“welcome to the neighborhood” gift basket

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Getting new neighbors can be really fun… especially when they’re your parents and you suddenly have free babysitters in the house behind yours. 😉
No, but seriously, new neighbors moving in can be a great chance to meet new people, gain new friends, have new experiences, or expand your child’s circle of friends. So, how fun would it be to welcome the to the neighborhood with a small gift basket to help introduce them to their new home or city?
In this particular basket I included an area map, a couple of local postcards, a loaf of homemade banana bread, and a jar of canned peaches from my favorite local Farmers market, Jardin del Rio.
I tried to include local items to help them get to know the area, but there are lots of other ideas for a welcome basket like this! Just try to remember when putting together a gift for someone you don’t really know yet, you’ll want to play it safe. Avoid food items with peanuts, in case of an allergy, and it might be best to steer away from alcohol or coffee as well, unless you’re sure that they drink them.
  • Take out menus from local restaurants with your favorite items circled
  • A nicely scented candle (because we all know new homes often smell, either like paint or like their previous owners)
  • If it’s a Spring move in consider some flower seeds
  • For a Summer move in assemble a little s’mores kit 
  • During Fall or Winter include some cinnamon scented pine cones they could either use for decor or in their fireplace
  • A bottle of sparkling cider to celebrate their new home (always a safe bet)
And of course, when in doubt, just going over and introducing yourself (preferably with a plate of cookies) is always a good start.

23 Responses to “welcome to the neighborhood” gift basket

  1. Jaelan @ Making Mrs. M October 19, 2015 at 3:22 pm #

    I dream of the day I can make something like this! I am so ready for a home. Love this idea. 🙂

  2. Emilie from BurkeDoes October 19, 2015 at 7:49 pm #

    I want to do this!!

  3. Mandi Pimental October 19, 2015 at 8:44 pm #

    Aw I LOVE this <3 we have a few houses of new neighbors and i now i want to go make them baskets!

  4. Ashleigh Wright October 19, 2015 at 10:17 pm #

    This is such a great idea! I wish someone had given this basket to me! I will keep this in mind the next time someone new moves to the neighborhood!

  5. Samantha White October 19, 2015 at 10:22 pm #

    This is cute! I wish I lived in an area where this was the norm.

  6. Nina Robinson October 20, 2015 at 12:28 am #

    So cute! I love the different seasonal ideas. You're such a sweet neighbor 🙂

  7. Lindsey Aleson October 20, 2015 at 12:51 am #

    Super cute idea! I love the take out menu idea!

  8. Brianna George October 20, 2015 at 12:57 am #

    Very cute idea. And so awesome that people still do this. We love meeting new neighbors, but others aren't so enthralled to do so.

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  9. Shann Soiney October 20, 2015 at 4:01 am #

    That is an awesome basket, and such a nice gesture. I would have loved to get something like that when we moved in.

  10. R. Fonyó Barbara October 20, 2015 at 11:04 am #

    What a brilliant idea and nice gesture! I love it!

  11. Natalie Busch October 20, 2015 at 2:18 pm #

    It looks so cute! What a great idea, thanks for passing it along.

  12. Tiffany Allen October 20, 2015 at 5:56 pm #

    such cute ideas! i think the local map and local restaurants is great. maybe if they have kids also a list of local parks or recreation areas too!

  13. Sara McCarty October 20, 2015 at 6:26 pm #

    I want to be your neighbor!! Such a great gift idea. Take-out menus are a great idea too. Love this!

  14. Justine Y @ Little Dove Creations October 21, 2015 at 6:26 am #

    When we moved into our rental house (before we bought this house) someone brought us a basket with a bunch of breakfast items, like juice, fruit, and muffins, and I just remember thinking it was so nice!

  15. Justine Y @ Little Dove Creations October 21, 2015 at 6:27 am #

    I know how you feel!! I have been there! It will happen. 🙂

  16. Justine Y @ Little Dove Creations October 21, 2015 at 6:27 am #

    It's so fun to put together Mandi!

  17. Justine Y @ Little Dove Creations October 21, 2015 at 6:27 am #

    You could make it the new norm Samantha. 😉

  18. Justine Y @ Little Dove Creations October 21, 2015 at 6:28 am #

    Thank you Nina!

  19. Justine Y @ Little Dove Creations October 21, 2015 at 6:28 am #

    Thank you so much!

  20. Justine Y @ Little Dove Creations October 21, 2015 at 6:29 am #

    When my husband moved into his apartment when he was at UCLA Dental School his church did that and he thought it was a great idea!

  21. Justine Y @ Little Dove Creations October 21, 2015 at 6:30 am #

    That is a great idea Tiffany! I know I always want to know where the parks and libraries are!

  22. Melanie Pickett October 21, 2015 at 2:11 pm #

    What a wonderfully kind idea. We should all do this and welcome new folks to our area. It'd certainly foster friendly relationships!

  23. Domicile 37 October 21, 2015 at 8:19 pm #

    How sweet! It must be nice to live right next to you!

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