Meet the blogger

Hi, I'm Sara!

If you are new around these parts, let me first say welcome! I am so happy you are here. Secondly, you may be wondering who exactly is Terra Shepherd. Terra Shepherd is actually not a person - it is a business name, a place, a way of thinking, and a community.

It is my goal to connect you with your clothing on a deeper level than you likely ever have by telling the stories of the makers, fabrics, production practices, and brands I have selected to carry in the store. I hope to help you realize the incredible value of investing in garments you truly love and are excited to cherish for years to come.

This space is intended to be one in which we learn and grow together. I welcome and encourage your feedback - it will serve as my guide with this journal.

Welcome to Terra Shepherd friends. 

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Eco-Friendly Gift Guide

Eco-Friendly Gift Guide

Look for plastic free, Fair Trade certified, chemical free, Organic, and high quality items. While all of these qualities are still important, sustainable gift giving is also largely dependent on shifting the mindset around how we give.

November 18, 2020
Greenwashing 101

Greenwashing 101

The influx of sustainability chatter has fueled the prevalence of greenwashing in our day to day lives. It can easily trick well-intentioned consumers, and that gets me a little heated. Use these seven red flags to help you identify greenwashing and become a more eco-conscious consumer.
November 02, 2020
Balancing Vata to Ease Seasonal Anxiety & Unrest

Balancing Vata to Ease Seasonal Anxiety & Unrest

The good news is that Ayurveda also provides us with seasonal practices that help balance the effects of the changing seasons on our bodies. Ayurveda shows us that making small adjustments to our food and daily routines enables us to harmonize our bodies with nature's ebbs and flows to prevent illness and imbalance.

October 23, 2020
Eco-Friendly Laundry Routine in 7 Simple Steps

Eco-Friendly Laundry Routine in 7 Simple Steps

When it comes to embracing a sustainable lifestyle, one of the toughest things to do is simply recognizing WHERE to begin. Use this list as a starting point for creating an eco-friendly laundry routine!
October 20, 2020
Why Does Sustainable Fashion Cost More?

Why Does Sustainable Fashion Cost More?

I hope this inspires you to begin asking yourself not only WHY but HOW certain goods cost so little. I can assure you that even when an article of clothing is inexpensive to purchase there is most definitely still a cost involved. It’s our responsibility to consider the human and environmental cost of fast fashion and decide if we are willing to accept that price.

July 20, 2020
Calming the fire: escaping the heat of pitta season

Calming the fire: escaping the heat of pitta season

The summer months, approximately July through the end of September, are ruled by the pitta dosha which is composed of the elements of fire and water with fire being the dominant element. As we find ourselves in Pitta season, we see its qualities all around us. When in excess around us and within us, these qualities can influence our mind and body manifesting as various symptoms.
July 05, 2020
We're re-opening! (well, sort of)

We're re-opening! (well, sort of)

Since I made the difficult decision to close our doors to the public on March 23 in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, I have desperately tried to figure out the "right" time to re-open our doors.
May 20, 2020
Changes for Now...

Changes for Now...

Each day our team pours our hearts into creating a physical space that provides calm and respite for you our beloved community. We have had many conversations over the past week that despite the uncertainty that surrounds us the shop still provides a sense of peace and safety from the outside world. 
March 23, 2020
Finding Calm in the Chaos

Finding Calm in the Chaos

It's all too easy to get lost in the hustle and bustle of life. Don't get me wrong -I love being busy, but too much "go, go, go" takes us out of the moment and makes life a blur. It's important to make time for stillness to keep our bodies and minds healthy while allowing space for memories to be made and the magic in life to reveal itself.
March 17, 2020
Escaping the Fog: Finding a Lift in Kapha Season

Escaping the Fog: Finding a Lift in Kapha Season

If you have found it a little more difficult to jump out of bed in the morning or fatigue plagues you throughout your day, you are not alone friend. In fact, there may be a very simple explanation.
February 18, 2020
Who is Terra Shepherd?

Who is Terra Shepherd?

If you are new around these parts, let me first say welcome! I am so happy you are here. Secondly, you may be wondering who exactly is Terra Shepherd. Terra Shepherd is actually not a person - it is a business name, a place, a way of thinking, and a community.

January 24, 2020
The Road to Sustainability

The Road to Sustainability

When it comes to embracing a sustainable lifestyle, one of the toughest things is to simply recognize WHERE to begin. We are inundated with messages about the dire state of the climate crisis (and rightfully so!), but there tends to be less communication about what individuals can do to lessen their individual impact. It can feel crippling and downright hopeless. 
January 20, 2020