JoJo Co. fragrance oil being added to a handmade ceramic Scented Star
Handmade

The Bit You Don’t See When We Launch Something New

The lovely finished photo is only the very last bit. Here’s what really goes on behind the scenes when we create and launch something new at JoJo Co. 
Summer in Scotland with JoJo Co. handmade candles
Studio Notes

Why Are We Alway Rushing to the Next Thing?

It’s August. Can we just let it be August? A little thought on seasons, shops and why we’re always rushing onto whatever comes next. 
One of Those Weeks... - JoJo Co.
Studio Notes

One of Those Weeks...

Some weeks just feel like you're spinning plates... and this has definitely been one of them.   
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.