Housewarming Photo Gifts for a New Home
Choose a housewarming photo gift that fits their space, with ideas for shelves, walls, and rooms that are still coming together.
By Giftelvo
Pick a memory that belongs in their new place
A photograph of the first apartment, an old neighborhood, or the view on a familiar walk can help mark the move. If they have already taken a picture with their new keys, ask for the original file. When the move was difficult or the recipient is leaving a place they miss, a favorite pet or family photo can be a more comfortable choice.
Work with the display space you know
If you have seen the entryway or mantel, choose a framed print that leaves space for the objects already there. If the move is still underway, look for a small format that can sit on a shelf or nightstand. A photo pillow or blanket can suit a reading chair or sofa when you know the recipient enjoys photo décor.
A simple finish can be easier to place when the furniture and wall colors are undecided. Compare both a color and a black-and-white preview if the image already has a strong range of light and dark.
Check the proportions before you send it
For a photograph of the front door, leave room around the frame of the door and the house number if it is part of the memory. A wide street scene generally needs a wider crop. If you are preparing a picture as a surprise, check for private information you would prefer to crop out.
If they are between addresses, confirm where they can receive the parcel and when they will be there. A short note about the memory makes the gift easy to understand even if you cannot bring it in person.
