Kitchen Knives

• A set of kitchen knives might be a good choice for a person who enjoys cooking. A set of knives usually is stored inside a drawer or on a kitchen countertop. Choose knives based on quality, such as the their level of sharpness. These gifts generally can be found at most kitchen supply and department stores.
  
  

Table Lamp

• Buy the home's new resident gifts for the bedroom or family room, such as a table lamp. The lamp could be placed on a corner or bedside table. Ask the new resident what colors are found in the rooms of the home to match the decor or choose neutral colors to blend with any room decor. Search for table lamp gifts in home accessories stores, light fixture shops and furniture stores.
  
  

Wine Decanter

• Give a wine decanter instead of a bottle of wine to a homeowner who enjoys wine. A wine decanter allows you to pour the liquid into a decorative bottle. The recipient can serve the decorative bottle during dinners and other social functions. Find one that requires just dish detergent and water at wine retailers.
  
  

Modern Throw Pillows

• A set of modern throw pillows can go on the living room couch, den recliner or bed. Choose at least two pillows for the recipient. Neutral colors can range from forest green to yellow to chestnut brown. Make sure the throw pillows are durable. Find modern throw pillows at department stores or order them online.
  
  

Water-Absorbent Floor Mat

• Choose a gift designed to keep floors clean and dry, such as a water-absorbent floor mat. This floor mat helps keep water, dirt and mud from entering the home. Plus, this gift offers daily use. Some of these floor mats are made of rubber. Find them at floor design stores, home accessories shops and online.