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On the Nice List: Holiday Gifts to Wow Your Neighbors


Maybe they’re the nicest ones on the block. Maybe they brought you a meal right after you moved in to your new space, or during a difficult season in your life. Or … maybe you’re just trying to instill a little peace and goodwill to others this year. Whatever the reason this season, Good Housekeeping magazine has compiled a list of 25 Gifts that are guaranteed to spread some Christmas cheer in the ‘hood. These are just some of our favorites!

  • The Oven Mitt Gift- Leave the oven mitts exactly as they are, or fill them with some packaged cookie dough and a festive cookie cutter or two. If you have a little more time on your side, whip up a batch of homemade cookies and place them inside.
  • Tea Sampler- Available in multiple flavor and size options, these are a great way to keep things friendly and festive.
  • The Body Cream Trio – You can find ‘em at multiple body shop and home goods stores or even Trader Joe’s … with the added bonus, if it’s not a scent they like, it can always be re-gifted!
  • Christmas Stovetop Potpourri – Purchase pre-made bags in bulk, or make your own in a bag or a Mason jar! You could even add a cute note that says, “Thanks for the way you warm our hearts!”
  • Countertop Dish Soap – There’s a beautiful Winter Forest one at Williams-Sonoma with a scent that rivals a trip to the Christmas tree farm. The Kitchen Essentials set retails for $19.95.
  • A Personalized Address Cutting Board – Maybe you don’t know everything about them, but you certainly do know where they live. Adding a personalized anything to your elf list can go a long way to show you care.

Whether you go big or go home, it’s always a good idea to include a personalized note to let your neighbors know how much they’re appreciated, especially this time of year.

As always, if you need help planning your next move to unleash even more gift-giving or or DIY options in a new neighborhood, Beltmann would love to be a part of your moving and storage needs. You can contact us today for a free, no-obligation estimate and a contactless quote.