SUMMER HOSTESS GIFT GUIDE

With cottage season upon us, it's likely you'll be receiving barbecue and bonfire invites all summer long. It's always nice to show up with a little something special to express your appreciation to the host. A bottle of wine is nice, but arriving with a thoughtful gift the hostess wouldn't normally buy for herself makes for a thoughtful gesture she won't quickly forget.

The items listed below are from K Colette, one of my favorite shops in Portland, Maine. They have the most beautiful range of home and gift wares, and I become giddy each time I visit.

Scroll down for a handful of hostess gift ideas that will ensure the invites keep coming!