Guest Picks: First Signs of Fall
Aaah, fall — I never tire of the shift into this season. The apple and pumpkin recipes are endless, and the kitchen accessories and decor are too good to pass up. Here are 20 items to help ring in fall on your stovetop, in your oven and throughout your kitchen. Cheers! — Clara from Channeling Contessa
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Gather Log Tote - $78
Crackling fires never get old, and this tote makes the task of building one a bit easier. It even has a pocket for matches.
Harvest Pumpkin Tablecloth - $79
Fall is the time when you’ll be eating more meals gathered around the table than ever. That definitely calls for some updated table linens.
Fallen Birch Branch Votive Set - $48
Candles are a must for me at dinner, and even more so in the colder months. These are unscented, so they’re perfect for the table.
Punched Ceramic Pumpkin Luminaries - $89
These are perfect for your porch, but they are also elegant enough for indoor use. They’ll light the way for any lucky trick-or-treaters.
Pendleton Stadium Blanket - $124
Fall means the beginning of football season and afternoons spent at the stadium. This blanket is from the legendary Pendleton weavers, so it's sure to keep you cozy.
Staub Pumpkin Covered Casserole - $159.95
This cast iron pot isn’t just festive, it’s also very practical. Made from French enamelware and heavy-duty cast iron, it's perfect for fall comfort foods.
Fall means the beginning of baking season for me, and Halloween is just an added reason to make sweet treats. Make cupcakes even more irresistible with these cute papers.
This cotton canvas tote is perfect for smaller hands and will be sure to last for years to come. The optional monogram makes it an ideal gift.
Bamboo Bread Board Set - $75
A nice loaf of crusty bread is a mainstay in the kitchen, but even more so in cooler months. This board, which catches the crumbs, is a welcome answer for crumbly loaves.
Pumpkin Wreath - $89.95
This wreath will last through Halloween and beyond. A wreath on any door makes a home look that much more inviting.
Smith & Hawken Rubber Doormat - $21.99
This mat is so pretty with its decorative scrolls. More importantly, it will keep the dried leaves outside where they belong.
Eeek A Spider Mug - $5.95
This is too cute not to include! Imagining drinking hot apple cider from this mug is putting a big smile on my face.
Contigo Autoseal Travel Mug - $20.69
Speaking of hot beverages, it’s always nice to update your travel mugs before the season starts. This one is spill proof and perfect to throw in a bag for travel.
Staub La Cocotte Set - $298
If you’re in the market for any new cast iron pots at all, this color is to die for.
Bamboo and Metal Box Grater - $24
I’m loving all these smartly designed items! This one makes creating melty macaroni and cheese even easier. Less cleanup is always welcome.
Schmidt Brothers 15-piece Set with Downtown Block - $199.95
As you migrate back into your kitchen after a long summer, why not update your knives a bit? Then you’ll know they’re ready to go for any chopping, carving or peeling task that awaits.
Stainless Steel Kettle - $250
Afternoon tea dates will be all the more tempting with this beauty.
Leaf Trivet - $12.95
Hot dishes can go from oven to table with this handy trivet.
Apple Peeler/Corer - $29.95
What to do with all those apples after a day in the orchard? Make pie, of course! This contraption makes preparation hassle free. As an added bonus, it also works with potatoes.
Twig Flatware 5-Piece Set, Silver - $49
How darling is this twig flatware? It may be a bit of a silly splurge, but it's still so perfect for fall.
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