The Shepherdess — My Favourite Things
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Things I have found for music, home, garden & a life under open skies.
Things I actually use and reach for — guitar books, music-room bits, pieces for the house, and finds from the garden.
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A Few Things I Am Loving Right Now
Vegan Leather Journal
I love this lined leather-like journal for my writings. So pretty!
Music Stand Lamp
One of those genuinely useful little music-room finds. I like that it is rechargeable and easy to clip onto a music stand for evening practice, reading sheet music, or working through a song without lighting the whole room. I have 4 of these for my music stands.
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The Writers Toolbox
This may be a game but it sets those writing smoulders into creative fires when needed.
The Emotion Thesaurus
The ultimate guide to Character Expression, perfect for writers who may be stuck in descriptions.
Vegan Leather Journal
I love this lined leather-like journal for my writings. So pretty!
Patio Table Set
My sweet patio table set, perfect for morning brunch or playing chess at sunset!
Water Pot
Practical, but pretty enough to leave out next to my bonsai’s. I love the long narrow spout for watering smaller pots and herbs without making a mess, and the simple metal finish fits beautifully into a cottage kitchen, sunroom or garden corner. Looks like it’s copper but more versatile.
Handmade Flower Seed Paper
Such a lovely idea — handmade paper that becomes flowers when you are finished with it. I love this for little notes, gifts, tags or thoughtful enclosures, especially when you want something simple to feel a little more special.
Large Journal Vintage
If you are looking for a beautiful journal, 8x11 to work with, this is for you. As shown on my blog, I work with this constantly!
Handmade Deckle Edge Watercolour Paper
My favorite handmade watercolour paper, made for up to 350 gsm. So fun to work with in my daily journals illustrations!
Watercolour Journal Deckle Edge Paper
I love a journal that feels a little special before you have even written a word in it. This one has that worn, old-world look that makes it perfect for song ideas, sketches, garden notes, favourite quotes, watercolours or simply keeping beside the bed for whatever comes to mind.
Alternate Tuning Book
This is the kind of guitar book I could happily disappear into for an afternoon. It is packed with alternate tunings and ideas for getting beyond standard tuning — especially lovely if you are drawn to folk, acoustic guitar and finding new colours in familiar chords.
Fender Guitar Tuner
A simple little piece of gear I think every guitar player should keep close by. This Fender clip-on tuner is compact, easy to read and makes it quick to check your tuning before you start playing — especially useful when I am moving between songs or different tunings.
Music Stand Lamp
One of those genuinely useful little music-room finds. I like that it is rechargeable and easy to clip onto a music stand for evening practice, reading sheet music, or working through a song without lighting the whole room. I have 4 of these for my music stands.
Guitar Strings
A good set of strings is one of those simple things that can make you want to pick up the guitar again. I like keeping a dependable set on hand, especially when I am working through songs and tunings regularly. I prefer 12’s on my Taylor Guitars for the deep low E strings sound.
Ceramic Planter Pot
A lovely little planter for herbs, flowers or a favourite houseplant. I like the simple ceramic look because it works just as well on a windowsill or kitchen shelf as it does outside on a porch or garden table.
Swan Print
I love artwork that feels as though it might have been found in an old cottage rather than bought yesterday. This little swan print has that lovely vintage quality — soft, slightly nostalgic and easy to tuck into a bedroom, hallway or quiet garden-facing corner. 12x10"
Shepherdess Cotton Headbands
My absolute favorite scarf! So many pretty styles…
My Garden Patio Cart
The perfect plant and bonsai tree cart! In rough weather (and in the winter) I simply roll my cart indoors in front of the sunniest window.
Cinnamon Bun Candle
Warm, simple and cozy — the kind of candle I love once the evenings start to cool. Cinnamon gives a room that welcoming, just-baked feeling without needing much else. Toxin Free!
Joni Mitchell — Complete So Far: Guitar TAB, Hardcover Book
One of my favourite Joni Mitchell collections to keep close by. A beautiful hardcover songbook for guitar players who love her writing, unusual tunings and the pleasure of sitting down with the songs themselves.
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