Sometimes you just need a little bit of help.
I offer practical design services for the "doers"
who are out there making it happen.
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No big-budget agency fluff.
No annoying subscriptions.
Just thoughtful, useful, well-done resources
to help your organization grow and succeed.
You can expect fair and transparent pricing, self-management options,
and an empathetic sidekick who will actually follow up and follow through.
Let's keep it simple.
It's Nice to Meet You!
As a small business owner, I know first-hand that your made-from-scratch organization is like your "baby".​​ You’ve poured your heart, soul, and sleepless nights into building your dream, and now you want a brand that captures all the big ideas swirling in your mind.
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Turning those ideas into reality can feel overwhelming —
but have no fear: your personal creative sidekick is here!
Who I Serve
Whether you’ve been waiting forever to bring your big idea to life,
or you desperately need to bring your brand into this century, I can help.
Local Service-Based Professionals
Plumbers
Electricians
HVAC Technicians
Mechanics
Landscapers
Carpenters
Builders
Installation Services
Pest Control
Pool Services
Cleaning Services
Dog Trainers
Pet Groomers
Wellness, Health
& Beauty
Hairstylists
Nail Artists
Massage Therapists
Makeup Artists
Aestheticians
Nutritionists
Fitness Coaches
​Naturopathic Medicine
Chiropractors
Weight Loss Clinics
Doulas & Pregnancy Centers
Tattoo Removal Services
Artisans
& Creators
Etsy Shop Owners​
Makers & Artists
YouTubers
Podcasters
Musicians
Speakers
Chefs & Home Cooks
Jewelers
Writers & Self-Publishers
Performers (Actors, Singers)
Photographers
Bloggers
Seamstresses & Tailors
Long Arm Quilters
Woodworkers
Home Decor Crafters​
Teaching, Counseling
& Education
Personal Trainers
Language Tutors
School & Exam Tutors
Dance Instructors
Martial Arts & Firearm Instructors
Piano/Music Teachers
Career Coaches
Business Coaches
Life Coaches & Counselors
Homeschool Co-Ops
Private Schools
School Clubs/Robotics Teams
Workshops & Trainings
Online Course Instructors
Retail
& Restaurants
Vintage Sellers & Antique Shops
Thrift Stores
Boutiques
Specialty Stores
Pet Stores
Family Farms
Restaurants
Coffee Shops
Ice Cream Shops
Bakeries & Chocolatiers
Food Trucks
Tourism
& Hosting
Short-Term Rental (Airbnb/Vrbo)
Hotels & Resorts
RV Resorts, Parks & Campgrounds
Vacation Rentals
Dude Ranches/Guest Ranches
Local Tourism/Visitor Bureaus
Tourist Attractions
Petting Zoos
Mini Golf
Escape Rooms
Adventure Experiences
Horseback Riding Ranches
Fishing & Hunting Expeditions​
Tour Guides
Bike Tour Companies
Taxi Services
Community Organizations & Ministries
Nonprofits & Foundations
Churches
Veteran-Owned Enterprises
Youth Programs & Camps
Sports Teams
Retreat Centers
Military Units
Law Enforcement Programs
​Missionaries
Ministries
​Rotary
Chamber of Commerce
Small Cities & Towns
Community Awareness​
Farmers Markets
Business Professionals
& Financial Sector
Accountants
Bookkeepers
Realtors
Loan Officers
Insurance Agencies
Lawyers
Travel Agents
Solo Entrepreneurs
Side Hustlers
Small Business Owners
Startups
Online Retail
Special Events
& Other
Event & Wedding Planners
Conferences & Seminars
Parades, Festivals & Fairs
Fundraisers, Galas & Auctions
​Birthday Parties
Quinceañeras & Sweet 16s
Baby & Bridal Showers
Engagement Parties
Anniversaries
Graduations
Retirement Parties
Celebrations of Life/Memorials
Military Promotions
Product Launches & Grand Openings
Client Appreciation
Networking Mixers & Career Fairs
Corporate Holiday Parties
My Story
After earning a degree in Business Administration and Political Science, I spent 8 years at Amazon as a Program Manager. I focused on training, marketing, events, and talent development — mostly serving military and national security communities. That work inspired me to earn a master’s degree in National Security so I could better understand and serve the people behind those missions.​​
Along the way, I earned the nickname "Sparkles" — a light-hearted callsign given to me by military colleagues (a story for another day!). The name stuck, and over time, it represented my approach to working with others: lighthearted, detail-oriented, thinking beyond mundane solutions, and always ready to help.​
While the work was meaningful, I realized that climbing the corporate ladder didn’t align with my long-term life goals. I dreamed of building a home-based business – one that gave me flexibility for my future family. I had honed a “particular set of skills” at a top corporation, but I was passionate about using them to help small enterprises and mission-driven organizations. I believed I could do so much more, and I wanted more freedom and creative autonomy to do so.​
In 2024, I stepped away from the corporate life and fully committed to growing my existing side business, Little Suitcase Gifts — a business I’m proud of and passionate about — while prayerfully exploring additional ways to use my skills and serve others.
In this self-employment journey, I kept running into small businesses and organizations that needed help with websites, branding, print materials, promotional swag, and other design support. ​
My customers ranged from churches, lawyers, and counselors to plumbers, counter-trafficking nonprofits, and law enforcement experts. Colleagues and clients who knew my work ethic and attention to detail started sending me referrals left and right. Suddenly, and quite unexpectedly, a new path to help others serendipitously opened up before me.​
On July 4, 2025, I launched the Sparkles & Co. website to bring all of that under one roof — offering design, strategy, and branding support to real-world businesses and mission-driven organizations ready to grow.​
I look forward to learning how I can help you, too!
