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Here in Alabama we have just a few weeks out of the year that are suitable for outdoor dining ha! Fall and Spring. Fall before it gets too cold and Spring before you get eaten alive by bugs! At our new house we have a covered dining area which makes it really nice to eat […]
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It’s springtime and with that comes new life and beauty to our surroundings! I love when the new leaves are bright green. The sky is blue and the birds return with their beautiful songs. Thanks to Old Time Pottery, I was able to give our back patio a peaceful refresh with these spring images in mind. […]
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I’m so excited to share our Moody Powder Room Makeover with you! When we built this house I wanted all white walls but I have always wanted to do a funky powder room. So, we painted it white with the idea that I would jazz it up in the future. Here’s what it looked like […]
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With all of the rain we’ve had lately I’m expecting a super turn out of flowers this Spring! Since it’s been so gloomy lately, I decided to cheer up the indoors with some faux florals. My favorite place for seasonal décor, Old Time Pottery, has some of the prettiest Spring florals! I just love the […]
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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 […]
May 4, 2017
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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 […]
January 9, 2017
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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 […]
November 16, 2016
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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 […]
August 26, 2010
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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 […]
August 16, 2010
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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 […]
June 28, 2010
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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 […]