- January 21, 2023
Make A List – and get your life back.
I don’t tend to venture too much into the dizzy realms of new year resolutions. I always find you end up a little disheartened and jaded when they don’t come to… - January 14, 2023
How To Get A Bargain DIY Library Ladder Kit
Lordy goodness that year went fast didn’t it? One minute I was scared witless to the point of peeing myself, holding on for dear life to four flights of slippery scaffolding pole (still petrified of heights btw and no, holding onto a large greasy pole did not make it better! - September 10, 2022
Homemade Lampshades – How To Make Your Own
Hey there friends, I’m back with a little ”how to” guide for creating your own homemade lampshades. With such a great reaction to our master bedroom room reveal on the gram… - August 13, 2022
Bring The Inside Out! – How To Create Outdoor Rooms
Today’s post is all about bringing the inside out to create your own cosy outdoor rooms. It’s very easy on Instagram to think that summer is almost over as I’m sure you’ve already seen posts about going back to school and even the odd pumpkin or two. But, let’s be in the moment an wring every last drop of summery goodness out of this record breaking year.
Well, hello there and welcome! I’m J.P.

Hi! I’m J.P and I’m so pleased you’ve popped by! Thanks for finding your way to my site. If you love interiors and gardens and a good old natter with a large dose of witty banter then you’ve come to the right place.
My forte is bringing the outside in. Using nature to beautify our homes is one of the easiest ways to add a new look to a space.
I’m a blogger, writer, creator and stylist. I publish a new blog post every Sunday and I write about everything from kitchen inspiration to garden planning to tips on how to find your mojo!
You can find me getting up to all kinds of shenanigans on Instagram @jpslifeandloves - I love seasonal styling and I’m known for my extravagant displays. We’ve just completed a renovation of an iconic 60s deckhouse on the coast and are about to start the renovation of a Gothic Victorian house along with redesigning it’s beautiful walled garden.
I’m married to the lovely Mr C and we have a sweet cairn terrier called Missy. Hope you stick around for a while, it would be great to get to know you. Jp xx