Looking for housewarming gift ideas. (35)
If you fancy his other half....a set of knives lol....some superstition they cause a break up 
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Whataboutromance: If you fancy his other half....a set of knives lol....some superstition they cause a break up
how funny— I grew up with grandparents and a bevy of great aunts, etc…and this adage came up more than once: If giving knives as a wedding gift, the bride gives you a shiny new penny. That breaks the spell, as she has now “bought” the knives.------ This thread is Archived ------
Mercedes_00: A house warming root
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rohaan: how funny— I grew up with grandparents and a bevy of great aunts, etc…and this adage came up more than once: If giving knives as a wedding gift, the bride gives you a shiny new penny. That breaks the spell, as she has now “bought” the knives.
Can you explain why a shiny penny breaks the spell and what spell? 
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blathin: I dunno, the kind of things I'd do are....
Fill a bin (big or small depending on your budget) with a random selection of the odds and ends every house needs....eg. dustpan and brush, various cloths/tea towels etc...scatter of cooking utensils, cleaning stuff, bathroom stuff....etc etc etc..all the stuff people use every day...
Good quality bedding..(natural, not synthetic) .personally I love bamboo sheets and duvet covers..not cheap but sooo soft and lovely to sleep in and can take a really hot wash so very practical.....they'll love you for introducing them to bamboo bedding...
Books...lots of books, on a range of subjects from diy to gardening to whatever they might be interested in... something every home should have (imo)
List is endless when it comes to stuff people need....just go with what they dont have I guess....
A good bottle of e.g. whiskey will never go begging either....don't forget the whiskey glasses
Great ideas. What kind of whiskey is your favorite? Would a 16 ounce bottle full of king LOUIS XIII Cognac suffice?Fill a bin (big or small depending on your budget) with a random selection of the odds and ends every house needs....eg. dustpan and brush, various cloths/tea towels etc...scatter of cooking utensils, cleaning stuff, bathroom stuff....etc etc etc..all the stuff people use every day...
Good quality bedding..(natural, not synthetic) .personally I love bamboo sheets and duvet covers..not cheap but sooo soft and lovely to sleep in and can take a really hot wash so very practical.....they'll love you for introducing them to bamboo bedding...
Books...lots of books, on a range of subjects from diy to gardening to whatever they might be interested in... something every home should have (imo)
List is endless when it comes to stuff people need....just go with what they dont have I guess....
A good bottle of e.g. whiskey will never go begging either....don't forget the whiskey glasses
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Good idea M 
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rohaan: Many people like the plug-in deodorizers ( Glade, Febreeze) but they’re rather expensive, as small items go. Maybe get the starter pack ( plug-in plus one insert) and a pack of 3 or 5 additional inserts. Try to find out what scent they might like— otherwise, lavender or “ fresh linen” are usually good choices. (About $20.00). That’s the first idea. Next, an unusual cookbook, such as “ The Mensch Chef”, or “The Shaker Kitchen [ Jeffrey S. Paige ], last, a useable fruit wicker bowl/basket with these three items, plus a pack of gourmet coffee. It’ll do the trick…about $40.00 for all, which is about right for a gift of this genre.
Hey roh, You jest about the deodorizers right? I mean couldn't the recipient take that the wrong way? ------ This thread is Archived ------
Flamethrower?
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Conrad73: Flamethrower?
yeah that would warm things up. 
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galrads: Unusual but practical something-or-other will fit first-time home buyer friends of mine.
All ideas are appreciated...
I love my "Oil Burners" Just put a cube of wax or gel melt in the top. I use the 8 hour tea lights. Your room smells lovely and gives a lovely ambiance to your lounge. especially at night. I use mine every day, it's one of my "chores" for the day All ideas are appreciated...
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galrads: Unusual but practical something-or-other will fit first-time home buyer friends of mine.
All ideas are appreciated...
Not unusual ... a couple of really fluffy huge "his'n hers" bath towels All ideas are appreciated...
or...
more unusual ...
a set of hand made serving bowls or mugs from a local artisan potter
or...
a small stained glass design for one of their windows
or...
a mirror engraved with their initials
or...
a art piece or sculpture bought from a local exhibition
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galrads: Can you explain why a shiny penny breaks the spell and what spell?
I guess any penny would do in favor of no penny. Here, I’ll try to explain: some legends, folk/old wives’ tales say that giving someone a knife or knives is “bad luck”, as knives can do harm. So, to “break this spell/ curse” the recipient gives the giver a penny, so that the knives are now technically a “ purchase”, rather than a gift. I saw this happen at least two times. (I’m of Appalachian/ Scot ancestry). You’ll find American folklore chock full of these adages and beliefs.------ This thread is Archived ------
galrads: Hey roh, You jest about the deodorizers right? I mean couldn't the recipient take that the wrong way?
Of course this is something to think about. Here’s my ‘theory’ - those little things many of us like, but don’t buy (in favor of higher priorities, AND, money is often short for a lot of us) are more appreciated than not, as we want them, and I think the giving of them outweighs worrying whether the person takes offense. Now, to validate you a little— if a friend who knows that I no longer live a ranch life among cattle were to give me a tin of Bag Balm as a gift, I think I’d be a little rattled…get the difference?
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Selenite: Not unusual ... a couple of really fluffy huge "his'n hers" bath towels
or...
more unusual ...
a set of hand made serving bowls or mugs from a local artisan potter
or...
a small stained glass design for one of their windows
or...
a mirror engraved with their initials
or...
a art piece or sculpture bought from a local exhibition
Have you seen those (usually handled) baskets made of colorful material, twisted into soft ropes and woven like their reed counterparts? I got a set of two for some friends’ wedding. Later I visited— they had them by their fireplace, with kindling in them. It looked like a decorating magazine layout. One of the better presents I’ve given. My sister and brother- in- law were given a box of spices, teas, marinades, jars of pesto, bruschetta, jams, all the little kitchen “ extras” we forget to treat ourselves to. It was the “ hit” of the reception. By the way, someone once told me it was in bad form to unwrap wedding gifts at the reception; that this should be done in private. Our family always opened them at reception. Is there an etiquette rule regarding this?or...
more unusual ...
a set of hand made serving bowls or mugs from a local artisan potter
or...
a small stained glass design for one of their windows
or...
a mirror engraved with their initials
or...
a art piece or sculpture bought from a local exhibition
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All ideas are appreciated...
Fill a bin (big or small depending on your budget) with a random selection of the odds and ends every house needs....eg. dustpan and brush, various cloths/tea towels etc...scatter of cooking utensils, cleaning stuff, bathroom stuff....etc etc etc..all the stuff people use every day...
Good quality bedding..(natural, not synthetic) .personally I love bamboo sheets and duvet covers..not cheap but sooo soft and lovely to sleep in and can take a really hot wash so very practical.....they'll love you for introducing them to bamboo bedding...
Books...lots of books, on a range of subjects from diy to gardening to whatever they might be interested in... something every home should have (imo)
List is endless when it comes to stuff people need....just go with what they dont have I guess....
A good bottle of e.g. whiskey will never go begging either....don't forget the whiskey glasses