Planting New Roots: How to Host the Ultimate Weed-Friendly Housewarming Party
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- There’s no better way to infuse your new place with good vibes than a weed-friendly housewarming party after a hectic move.
- Whether you’ve moved into a sprawling estate or a cozy apartment, there are tons of creative ways to include cannabis in your housewarming bash.
- For all of the planning essentials, DOWNLOAD House of Puff’s Ultimate Guide to Weed-Friendly Housewarmings.
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Movin’ On Up
So, you’re uprooting and repotting your life. Congratulations on the new place! We’re all familiar with the excitement and potential that comes with settling into a new home. But we also know the stress that moving can ignite. From the house hunt to the chaos of packing and unpacking, settling into a new space is a lot of work. So, what better way is there to infuse your new place with good vibes than a weed-friendly housewarming party? But don’t worry. We’ve taken the party planning out of the equation for you in our free Ultimate Guide to Weed-Friendly Housewarmings—scroll down to get it! Complete with printable recipe cards for gifting, we’re sharing everything from sourcing the perfect cannabis products to designing an inviting ambiance, creating a tantalizing menu, and curating unforgettable gifts. That way, you can focus on the important things一like deciding between Benjamin Moore’s Chantilly Lace or Farrow & Ball’s Wimborne White.
Party Concepts
Consider your location, mood, and aesthetic. You’ll want to strike the right balance between creating an atmosphere that genuinely reflects your personality and integrating your love of cannabis. Instead of making cannabis the focal point, use its presence to set the tone and enhance the party. If your new home is a casual country retreat, it might inspire a charming picnic, while a chic city pad might host a breezy rooftop brunch. Download our Ultimate Guide to Weed-Friendly Housewarmings for more great ideas—the options are endless and the vibe is yours to set.
Location
You’ll want to tailor your arrangements to best suit the place. If your new home in the ‘burbs has all the room you ever dreamed of, take advantage of the space. Set up an intimate designated smoking area on your patio with cozy seating and ambient lighting. Or maybe an infused cocktail bar in the dining room. An apartment can be a little more difficult to accommodate cannabis consumption but there’s still plenty of ways to make your housewarming weed-friendly. This is where edibles and other discreet form factors like beverages, sublinguals, and tinctures can really shine. If you’re hosting a group of folks who prefer to smoke, consider using vaporizers to minimize potential odors.
Sourcing Products for Your Weed-Friendly Housewarming
The location of your new digs might dictate how you source cannabis products for your party. Differing regulations from country to country—and even state to state—mean that the availability of legal cannabis products varies. Each jurisdiction has its own laws dictating the entire process of cannabis production, from cultivation to packaging. Since you’ll need to source your products locally, it’s important to understand your local market and the different dispensaries in your area. You’ll also want to plan ahead. You won’t necessarily always be able to find the same cannabis products because availability is highly dependent upon each state’s production. Keep in mind that flower is often sourced more consistently than other cannabis products because it requires less processing.
Growing Your Own
If you really want to wow your guests, consider growing your own cannabis for your housewarming celebration if home grow is legal where you live. It’s not only fun, but a great personal touch for a weed-friendly housewarming. It’s also extremely cost effective. And be sure to name your strain something clever. For example, we called a recent Long Island home-grow crop “Hamptons Haze”.
Sourcing Pre-Rolls for Your Weed-Friendly Housewarming
Offering smokable cannabis options at your housewarming is a great idea because of their quick onset. But not everyone knows how to roll their own, and the process can be messy. That’s why we recommend pre-rolls. They’re convenient for everyone and reduce the risk of spilling flower all over your gorgeous, new rugs. You can even consider purchasing whole flower—or using your home gown flower—to make your own pre-rolls. Buy some pre-rolled cones and use a food scale to measure out each dose. But keep in mind that you’ll get the most accurate dosing when you buy pre-rolls from a legal dispensary that have been lab-tested for potency.
Sourcing Edibles for Your Weed-Friendly Housewarming
Edibles are a party favorite. You have two choices when it comes to sourcing them. Buying them from a dispensary guarantees consistency in dosing. But that can be pricey. Making your own homemade edibles is a cost effective and fun alternative. Unfortunately, they can be difficult when it comes to dosing and timing onset. We’ve taken the guesswork out of them with our Edibles Dosing Calculator and recipes. Our recipe for homemade gummies is so simple it will blow your mind. These gummies taste just like the ones you buy from the dispensary—maybe even a little better. And our cannabis brownies are beyond delicious—especially when served warm. We’ve included printable recipe cards for these treats and more in our Ultimate Guide to a Weed-Friendly Housewarming.
Avoid Surprises
Just remember to always start low and go slow, particularly when you’re hosting a weed-friendly fête. While we love infused treats just as much as the next person, it’s a good idea to keep most of your food uninfused so your guests can enjoy it without worrying about overindulging.
Sourcing Beverages for Your Weed-Friendly Housewarming
Infused beverages are everywhere right now. And we understand why. A cannabis-infused drink can be just as refreshing and social as any other cocktail you might already enjoy. So, infused beverages are the perfect way to serve cannabis at your housewarming party. Similar to edibles, you can source these from the dispensary or make them yourself. In established markets, there’s a ton of delicious choices out there—see our Ultimate Guide to Weed-Friendly Housewarmings for our faves. But if those aren’t an option for you, you can pre-batch something like our infused Martinique Fruit Punch using cannabis concentrates. CBD mocktails are also great non-intoxicating option for your guests. If you’re able, hire a skilled mixologist for the perfect high-end touch.
Dosing
Over-intoxication is definitely something you and your guests want to avoid. That’s not fun for anyone. In order to ensure that everyone has a good time at your weed-friendly housewarming, stick with low THC percentages in the cannabis you serve on your menu. Whether you’re offering edibles, infused beverages, or flower, microdosing is the name of the game. So, opt for lower doses than usual, especially if you have guests who might be interested in crossfading, aka combining alcohol and cannabis. Guests can always help themselves to more if they want.
Guest List and Communication
Above all else, it’s essential that you communicate with your guests about the weed-friendly nature of your housewarming party. Clear signage throughout the party will help guarantee that no one gets a bad surprise when their edible hits. Print out signs and pop them in some chic picture frames so that they’re not just functional, but decorative, too. Your guests should have no doubts about whether or not the canapé they just popped is infused. Also, think about your guest list. Are there any newbies who’ll be less comfortable with the plant? Or is everyone a seasoned user? Your conclusions will dictate how you plan the rest of your event. And be sure to let them know with plenty of advance notice if the party is BYOC (bring-your-own-cannabis) so they have time to get to the dispensary in advance of the party.
Serving and Decor
Deciding what to serve and how to serve it at your weed-friendly housewarming is where a lot of the fun happens. Share some of your favorite strains in pre-rolls with your guests. Or, for guests who like to roll their own joint, provide them with a selection of craft cannabis, high-quality rolling papers, and organic hemp wick to light up. Upgrade the presentation of your party edibles by arranging them on sleek trays like hors d’oeuvres. And don’t forget the accessories. You can transform the entire party with thoughtfully placed ashtrays, an iconic rolling tray, or an organic hemp wick holder in your smoking area. Place a selection of hand-blown glass tampers that can also double as color-coded stirrers for your infused cocktails at the bar or set out designer pipes that double as conversation pieces for the ultimate stylish touch.
Weed-Friendly Housewarming Gifts
If you’re attending, instead of hosting, there’s a perfect weed-friendly housewarming gift for every type of consumer out there. And we think the best gifts include absolutely everything the lucky recipient needs to enjoy them right away. So, how about gifting your friend a basket stocked with all of the essentials they need to settle into their new home.
The Perfect Gift Basket
If your host is a seasoned smoker, compile a kit with everything they need to get rolling, like organic hemp rolling papers and some chic smoking accessories. But if the host is a microdose enthusiast, how about a kit stocked with a hand-made pipe, herb bowl, and an 8th gram of your favorite ground flower. Or if they’re down for more creative consumption, create a gift basket with everything they need to grow their own flower, make their own edibles, or even infuse their own cocktails if they’re into crossfading. Again, we’ve taken the guesswork out of it for you. Download our Ultimate Guide to Weed-Friendly Housewarmings for exactly what to include in 6 different baskets for all types of friends and a variety of budgets. No matter which one you choose, a cannabis-infused housewarming gift will guarantee you an open invitation to visit anytime!
