Because we love fall. Because we’re so happy it’s finally here. Because fall is so extraordinarily beautiful—and tasty.
Dutch Pumpkin Oven: If there's going to be a wonderfully brothy-braisy meal simmering on the stove, it should be shaped like a pumpkin. This cast enamel piece goes into the oven to finish off the cooking. Little cocottes work the same way. $299-$499, i Leoni, 120 Kentucky St., Petaluma, 707- 762-9611, ileoni.com.
Little cocottes from Staub. (Courtesy photo)
Large and Lovely: Because your garden dahlias won’t last long, choose these wonderfully spice-colored and oversized faux flowers. Mix with a stem of acorns. $10.99-$13.99 (per stem), i Leoni, 120 Kentucky St., Petaluma, 707- 762-9611, ileoni.com
Parchment Paper: These realistic leaves are not leaves but parchment paper to adorn your fabulously fall food spread. $14, i Leoni, 120 Kentucky St., Petaluma, 707- 762-9611, ileoni.com
Wine Whimsy: A Sonoma harvest means a big crush, which has everyone extra excited about the wine scene. Get literal about the love with this wildly wonderful, hand-beaded purse by Mary Frances of Oakland. $298, Clutch Healdsburg, 307 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg, 2321 Magowan Dr., Santa Rosa, 707-433-8189, 133, Kentucky St., Petaluma, 707-774-6311, clutchhealdsburg.com
Fine Art Cuppa: Sipping your coffee or tea anytime, especially a crisp autumn morning, is an epic everyday moment. Make something even more out of it with this stunning artisan-made earthenware tumbler. In The Making, 122 American Alley, Petaluma, 707-787-7210, inthemakingpetaluma.com
Pumpkin Mouth: Harvest pumpkin and cinnamon is not just for your latte! This balm by local maker Soap Cauldron is a formula made with shea and avocado Butter, essential oils and vitamin E. $3.25, Soap Cauldron, Penngrove, 707-888-5659, soapcauldron.com
Fabulously Foldable: When your harvest haul of foods is so good that you can’t wait to get home to unpack them… Here’s a lil portable, foldable picnic table for that. Pour some wine and know your glass won’t fall over and spill on your blanket. Made in Sonoma County by Pip & Eva Wooden Creations. $110, Made Local Marketplace 529 4th St, Santa Rosa, 707-583-7667, madelocalmarketplace.com
Ghourdgeous Glass: This blown glass piece is a cool blue take on the toasty colors of the season, but so rich in its handmade details. $45, Hopscotch Gifts & Gallery, 126 Matheson, Healdsburg, 707-431-8861, hopscotchgiftsandgallery.com
Foraging Fashion: Two great sentiments, pieced together with forest images, make for a great harvest time serving tray. $35 (love), $48 (family), i Leoni, 120 Kentucky St., Petaluma, 707- 762-9611, ileoni.com
Scents of the Season: At the risk of sounding repetitive, we have to say these candles are superbly scented! In addition to Apple Cider, Harvest, Cinnamon Bun and Carmel Corn, now there’s Midnight, completed with scary packaging. $20, Made Local Marketplace, 529 4th St, Santa Rosa, 707-583-7667, madelocalmarketplace.com
Frayed Flannel Finery: Oh, the ochre and spice colors. More elegantly casual style curated by Ereloom. Ereloom, 110 Matheson St., Healdsburg, 707-395-0550, ereloom.com
Bring on the Cords: There are some requirements in life, and wearing awesome corduroy in fall is one of them. These baggy pants are such a fun take on your favorite back-to-school 70s fabric. $34.99, Bow N Arrow Clothing, 8200 Old Redwood Hwy, Cotati, 707-242-3027, bownarrowclothing.com
Baking Inspo: Autumn is such a great time for turning on the oven! And filling your home with spicy aroma. Here’s a book that helps you bake within the season’s offerings. $19.95, Copperfield’s Books, 104 Matheson St., Healdsburg, 707-433-9270, copperfieldsbooks.com
Because we love fall. Because we’re so happy it’s finally here. Because fall is so extraordinarily beautiful (and tasty) in Sonoma, here are a few things to get you into the spirit of the season. Make sure those trips to your favorite farm stands include a detour to get some “merch” to deck your halls, table, and self in an autumnal way—click through the above gallery for details.
