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Gift ideas for a host or new homeowner

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Typically under $15

Gift ideaJumbo-index playing cardsLarge numbers on the cards make card games easier for everyone at the table. Typically under $15 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaController coaster setCoasters shaped or printed like classic controllers. Typically under $15 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaDrink coaster setSmall, useful and easy to choose to fit their style. Typically under $15 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaKitchen towel setEvery new home needs them, and nobody buys nice ones for themselves. Typically under $15 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaWall-mounted bottle openerA fun garage or patio upgrade. Typically under $15 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaLarge ice cube traysBig cubes melt slowly; a small upgrade for drinks at home. Typically under $15 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaCard game for couplesConversation questions for a night in. Typically under $15 Search on Amazon →

Typically $15 to $25

Gift ideaEscape room game for familiesSolve puzzles together to "escape" in about an hour, at the kitchen table. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaMini waffle makerSmall, cheap and fun: waffles, hash browns and grilled sandwiches in minutes. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaParty card game for teensA quick group game for sleepovers and parties. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaRummy tile gameA classic tile game that grandparents and grandkids can play together. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaDetective case file gameRead the evidence and solve a cold case together, at home. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaCoffee sampler gift setA few roasts to try; a safe pick for someone you don't know well. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaHot sauce gift setA sampler of heat levels; fun for anyone who likes spicy food. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaAssorted chocolate gift boxThe classic thank-you that nearly everyone enjoys. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaWine accessory setCorkscrew, stopper and pourer in one box. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaSoy candleA good candle is the classic hostess gift for a reason. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaCocktail shaker setShaker, jigger and strainer for drinks at home. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaOlive oil gift setGood olive oil is a treat people rarely buy themselves. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaCloth napkin setMakes an ordinary dinner feel like an occasion. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaIndoor herb garden kitFresh herbs on the windowsill for cooking. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaEntertaining cookbookRecipes for feeding a crowd without stress. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaPicture frame setHelps a new place feel like home faster. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaOutdoor welcome doormatA practical first thing for a new front door. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaParty game for adult groupsA big-group game for game nights and holiday get-togethers. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaSalt and pepper grinder setKitchen basics that look good on the table. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaWatercolor set for beginnersA new hobby with time to enjoy it. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaGrill tool setSpatula, tongs and fork for the person who runs the grill. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaInstant-read meat thermometerTakes the guessing out of grilling and roasting. Typically $15 to $25 Search on Amazon →

Typically $25 to $50

Gift ideaFamily strategy board gameA game that rewards planning keeps older kids and adults at the table together. Typically $25 to $50 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaElectric kettle with auto shut-offQuick hot water for tea, and it switches itself off. Typically $25 to $50 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaCheese board set with knivesA board and knives they'll bring out every time guests come over. Typically $25 to $50 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaLarge ceramic serving platterFor the host who always ends up feeding everyone. Typically $25 to $50 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaChunky knit throw blanketCozy, and it looks good on a couch in a new place. Typically $25 to $50 Search on Amazon →
Gift ideaCribbage board setA classic two-player game for long afternoons. Typically $25 to $50 Search on Amazon →

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