One of my most favorite places to decorate is our breakfast nook! Its such a cozy spot to have a cup of coffee and look out the window. When Old Time Pottery wanted to help me decorate a Christmas table, I knew this one would be fun. They have so much cute Christmas tableware! As […]
Christmas has crept into our kitchen! While we were trimming out the front porch in fresh cedar, my cousin placed this cedar on top of our cabinets! I just love how it looks with the white cabinets! I added this peppermint cocoa sign I had to the backsplash and I love the pop of red. […]
Things are in full holiday swing over here! Starting with the front porch. I was so happy Old Time Pottery wanted to collaborate again on our porch decorations. It is a really fun area to decorate! So, you may remember our Spooky Porch had witch hats hanging from the ceiling. I really liked what they […]
Getting a little crafty, yall! Nothing too crazy. Anyone can make this DIY Fall Wreath I made. Especially if you watch my expert Instagram stories on how-to! Ha! Ha! All jokes aside, I found everything I needed to make this wreath at Old Time Pottery. They have some of the prettiest florals I’ve seen! It […]
Cinco de Mayo is on a Friday this year! Yay! I could eat Mexican food everyday. Could you? It’s my favorite. Along with margaritas, sangria, Corona…you get the idea! Why not have a few friends over this year? Below is a super easy way to make your table look more festive. All I did was […]
We’ve been iced in for two days so I’ve been spending a lot of time on Pinterest! I don’t usually decorate my home for Valentine’s Day but I came across the cutest idea for making Cupid’s Arrows as décor! I love arrows in everyday décor and these Valentine Arrows add just enough whimsy without being too […]
Meet Hostess Jo Hi, I’m Joanna Keel-your resident homebody! I first formed “Hostess Jo” in early 2008 as an online store selling items for home entertaining. I found a passion for blogging through its partner site, Let’s Entertain. After starting a family in 2010, I decided to close my online shop and focus on my […]
So, the baby shower went off without a hitch this weekend! Until I can post the photos, here is my inspiration for the shower. I needed a gender neutral shower as the mom-to-be wants the sex of the baby to be a surprise! I really fell in love with this "B is for Baby" themed […]
We have wonderful news in the world of Hostess Jo! Baby Reese is finally here. Reese Marie was born Saturday August 14. She weighed in at 7 lbs 6 oz, 20 inches long, and is the perfect baby in every way! Pictures to follow soon. Momma Jo is currently resting up and until then I […]
I'm so excited to share with you the photos from my Nesting Baby Shower my wonderful friends threw me this past weekend! The decorations were gorgeous plumes, birds, nests and butterflies- all pretty in pink and green. I am so lucky to have such great girlfriends to throw me such a lovely shower. Look closely… there are so many […]
Hi Everyone! So sorry for the long break. I have a good reason though-I am expecting a baby girl come August!! I have no other excuse for not blogging besides being totally wrapped up in all things baby! I have really missed you in the meantime. I hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful Spring. I […]