Been invited to a house warming party and have no clue about choosing a gift? How much should you spend? Do they already have what you are thinking of buying? Trying to figure out what to get someone as a house-warming gift can give you a big headache. A lot depends on how well you know the people, their likes and dislikes. Unique gifts for a house warming are always appreciated. Being inquisitive and asking friends and family if the recipient looking for anything special helps.

Home décor is one way to go. You should keep in mind that people often change their decorating style when moving into a new home. Picture frames are unique gifts for a housewarming, but individual tastes will determine whether this gift is displayed prominently in the new home or stuffed away in back of the closet.

Mood candles make unique gifts for a house warming. Rather than choosing ordinary run-of-the-mill candles, consider giving a specialty candle instead. Specialty candles enhance your mood and make a good gift; especially if you create a bath gift basket including the candles for a soothing and relaxing gift idea.

Gift baskets of all kinds make unique gifts for a house warming, especially one filled with useful kitchen items. Include things like olive oil, vinaigrettes, spices, specialty coffees, teas, gourmet cheeses and crackers. Buy a nice basket large enough to hold the items you purchased. Instead of tissue or grass, use a new terry dishtowel and kitchen cloths to line it and mix in with the items.

If you don't know what to get, you can always give a gift certificate to a favorite store or gift shop. They can get what they really want, and you will know that your gift is appreciated.