A handmade JoJo Co. candle creating a fresh summer atmosphere at home during August in Scotland.
Scents

August Always Feels Like a Funny Month

It's like we're caught somewhere between summer and autumn... and nobody quite knows what season we're supposed to be in. 
Luxury handmade candles, reed diffusers and gift sets by JoJo Co., thoughtfully chosen as housewarming gifts to help make a new house feel like home.
Gifting

The Best Housewarming Gifts (That People Actually Want)

Not all housewarming gifts are created equal. From luxury candles to reed diffusers and beautifully presented gift sets, here are my favourite ideas to help make any new house feel like home. 
A collection of handmade soy candles by JoJo Co., handcrafted in Scotland and showcasing the quality, craftsmanship and luxury of artisan candle making.
Handmade

What Really Goes Into a Handmade Candle (And Why It Matters)

Ever wondered what makes a handmade candle different? Join me behind the scenes at JoJo Co. to discover the time, care and craftsmanship that goes into every candle we make in Scotland. 
Jo Mathewson, founder of JoJo Co., reflecting on life at 48 in a personal blog about confidence, midlife, womanhood and discovering that nobody has everything figured out.
Studio Notes

The Things I Thought I'd Have Figured Out By 48

I genuinely thought that by 48 I'd have life sorted. Instead, I'm still figuring things out, just like everyone else. If you've ever wondered whether you're the only one winging it, this one's for ...
A collection of lit luxury soy candles in different fragrances, showing how scented candles can be used throughout the home to create different moods in each room.
Home

How to Choose the Right Candle for Every Room in Your Home

Not all candles belong in the same room. From welcoming hallways to relaxing bedrooms, here's my guide to choosing the perfect scented candle for every space in your home.
Jo, founder of JoJo Co., writing a small business blog about handmade candles, SEO, customer connection and running a creative business in Scotland.
Studio Notes

Why I’m Still Writing Blogs When I’m Not Sure Anyone Is Reading Them

Every week I write a blog, even when I’m not sure anyone is reading. Here’s why fresh content, storytelling and customer connection still matter for a handmade small business. 
Jo enjoying a slower Scottish summer with family, local beaches and simple days close to home.
Studio Notes

Is Anyone Else Having a Quieter Summer This Year?

From beaches and day trips to teenagers and slower days at home, here's why I'm embracing a quieter summer this year and feeling surprisingly good about it.
The Best Summer Candles & Diffusers for a Fresh-Smelling Home - JoJo Co.
Scents

The Best Summer Candles & Diffusers for a Fresh-Smelling Home

Summer changes the way our homes smell. Discover the candles and diffusers I reach for most during warmer weather and how scent can completely transform your home.
Jo, founder of JoJo Co., sharing an honest reflection on turning 48, navigating perimenopause, womanhood, motherhood and running a small business.
Studio Notes

Why Does Everything Feel Harder Than It Used To?

Is it hormones, stress, burnout or simply life? A personal reflection on perimenopause, running a business, motherhood and why everything can feel harder than it used to.