Is a young woman in your life getting ready to strike out on her own? Here’s The American Spinster’s Top 5 list of best housewarming gifts for single women.

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In the world of the white picket fence, young adults get married, move into their first home, and receive housewarming gifts from their friends and loved ones. But today, more and more people are going solo; that is, deciding to live alone. What do we do then?

Why isn’t moving out on one’s own treated with the same congratulations and support as is moving in with a partner? Living solo is expensive, and single women living alone could use a little financial help in the form of some thoughtful housewarming gifts.

When I sat down to write this article, I thought, “Psh. Single women need the same things that married couples do!” But the more I thought about it, the more I realized there are a few important things to keep in mind when buying housewarming gifts for single women.

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The Best Housewarming Gifts for Single Women

The last thing you want to do when you’re giving someone housewares is to decorate their home for them in a style they don’t like. One way to get around this is to take your solo woman to Pier 1 Imports, Rooms To Go or some store like that. Pay attention to what she seems to like. Of course, if you can, the best thing is to simply ask what they want. But if that’s not possible, try the following.

1. Security Bar

I’ve used this exact bar every day for the last 7 years, and I can’t recommend it enough.

After a maintenance worker let himself into my apartment while I was sitting at my computer in my robe, my dad bought me this Master Lock Security Bar. Even when someone has a key, this bar keeps the door securely in place.

This is great for anyone, but especially people living in a rental, or anywhere where someone else has a key. If you’re worried about your solo woman living on her own, give her this security bar.

Master Lock Security Bar, Adjustable Door Security Bar – $16

2. Cookware Set

Even if your solo friend or family member doesn’t really cook, she’ll still need a few pots and pans. Find her a nice set that includes cooking utensils, mixing bowls, and serving dishes, and she’ll be set.

3. Flatware

While we’re talking about cookware, we might as well look at flatware. When I moved out, I decided I didn’t want a set of dishes. I wanted a to scrounge my dining ware from thrift stores, making sure no two plate were the same. And while this boho aesthetic can be fun, it’s also pretty inconvenient. If I’d thought about how I was going to store and use these plates and bowls—all of various sizes and shapes—I’d have picked something a bit more uniform.

Knowing what I know now, I think a set that offers a variety of colors in a fairly neutral design is ideal. Best of all, it’s something your single family member can easily add to later on.

4. Silverware

And, of course, if she’s got something to cook with and eat on, she needs something to eat with. If you choose something sturdy and economical, she can use it for the rest of her life.

5. Towels

Why are people so reluctant to give towels as housewarming gifts? If your single woman friend or relative doesn’t have a lot of extra cash, she’ll probably do what I did and get the economy towels on sale at Kohl’s for $2.99 a piece. And that’s fine. But if you want to give her something nice, get a luxury towel or two.

Did you find this list helpful? What are some ideal housewarming gifts for single women living solo? Let me know in the comments below.

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