Now that fall has arrived, we’re all pumpkins and falling leaves. Last week as summer turned into fall, our temperatures were still in the 90’s, so it didn’t really feel like fall at all. Now that the temps have dropped, I’m pulling out the fall wreaths and craving my first pumpkin latte!

The fall season is often a busy time with housewarming gatherings, special occasion dinners, and of course Thanksgiving and winter holidays. All of these occasions call for a nice hostess gift, and planning in advance will make the difference in your gift being a memorable one rather than just another bottle of wine. While a bottle of wine is always a welcome gift, it will not be remembered for its uniqueness or usefulness. With a little planning your gift can be one that is remembered and enjoyed long after the event.

With the season in full swing, we have a full line of hostess gifts for all your special occasion dinners, housewarming parties, and, most important, the upcoming holiday festivities!

The Owl Always be Grateful mug and chocolates is a sweet thank you hostess gift. The porcelain mug is a colorful design and is paired with decadent filled chocolates from Abdallah Candies. Chocolates are handmade in Minnesota and we give this gift the royal gift basket wrap treatment!

This Morning Coffee Gift Basket is filled with coffee drinks, cookies, biscotti and a little fall flower to dress their table. They’ll be delighted the morning after their party to relax with a few of these treats.

If your host or hostess enjoys their wine, this elegant wine accessory set is the perfect hostess gift for any occasion. Pair it with your own bottle of wine, and it will be an unexpected treat!

Delight your host with a box of luxurious handmade truffles! These are made with whipped cream and smooth as silk. Each truffle is large enough to share, but don't. One bite and you can’t stop! Without question, a memorable hostess gift!

While the handmade truffles are luxury on the tongue, this soap gift set from Coastal Salt and Soul is luxury on the skin! Your hostess will be in for a real treat when she opens the box and takes in the amazing fragrance of these soaps!

Another amazing gift from Coastal Salt and Soul is this crackling cedar candle in a festive silver vessel. I love this especially as a Thanksgiving hostess gift as it immediately brings the scent of Christmas into the home.

With all of the holiday gatherings at Christmas time, this ceramic trivet set might be just what your hostess needs! Complete with matching stainless steel spreader and cocktail napkin set, you might want to order an extra to have on hand for your next hostess gift!