:: December Sponsors ::

oh my gosh…i have been waiting ALL week to do this post!  i am just beyond thrilled to get to introduce you to the first round of sponsors here at asmallsnippet.  they are an incredible, diverse group, and i think you will easily find something that interests you!!  

even though December has begun, i still have a few more ad spaces available for this month, so contact me at asmallsnippet{at}gmail{dot}com if you are interested in getting in this month before the holidays!

as well as checking them out on the sidebar, December’s sponsors are also listed below along with a description of their business that they provided for me.  (and if you see red text, those are my own words and thoughts!)  

you can either click on their business name or on their image to be directed to their site.  and all of my sponsors this month are offering special discounts just for my readers, so read on to see the discount codes!!  Happy Shopping!!  (who knows…you just might finish up your Christmas list right here and now :) )

:: Reina Cookies ::

A Reina Cookie is a chocolate chip cookie made with four different kinds of chocolate chips and walnut chunks. It’s an infusion of flavors that melts in your mouth. This is an extravagant cookie that is meant to be shared with all your friends! Please find us on Instagram (reinacookies) & Facebook.  LeAna’s readers get a 10% Discount when you use the coupon code “asmallsnippet” at checkout.

From me:  Let me just tell you…this is beyond just a cookie! I am actually not really a cookie person, but this is one of my all time favorite things i’ve ever put in my mouth. And i’ll spill a little secret…we always have them on hand in our freezer, for those occasions when we need to break some clean eating rules!  (that’s the nice thing about these cookies…they can stay frozen until you are ready to heat one up and eat it. SOO great for a busy mom….this way we can always have a treat on hand!)  And…they make the PERFECT teacher or hostess gift!!  we sent these to all of our family out west last year for Christmas, and every person I know who’s ever tasted one is BLOWN AWAY!!  wanna know what to get that person on your list who has everything?? A DOZEN REINA COOKIES!!

 :: Transformations ::

*Are you addicted to Pinterest or HGTV?
*Have friends and family told you that you have a flair for decorating?
*Do you walk into a room and know immediately what to do with it?
*Do you need a home-based business making significant income?

Maybe your dreams have been on the back burner and you are just hoping for the right opportunity to come along. Maybe you’ve been subconsciously waiting for something in your heart to say, “This is it!”

Home Staging and Redesign are easy to learn and the industries are here to stay. Retired teachers and nurses, stay-at-home moms, interior designers, real estate agents, etc. have all found true love in this amazing business.

Is your heart beating? Is your soul stirring? Maybe you are one of us!

I invite you to take a look.  All online classes are 50% off with code “asmallsnippet

from me: i know Becky at Transformations personally, and you couldn’t work with a sweeter, more genuine person.  if you were looking for an opportunity to combine your creative skills and passions, and turn it into a job that you love, this might be the perfect way to do it, especially at 50% off online classes just for my readers!

:: Rowan Montgomery ::

 Shortly after my daughter was born in 2008, I discovered Etsy and was AMAZED at all of the creativity out there and just how many cute things I would find for my daughter! I had taken a sewing class in junior high school where I learned the basics, but sewing was something I never thought I’d do again in my life…let alone create a business around it. But, life has a way of throwing you a curve ball and instead of putting on a business suit and heading back into Corporate America, I found myself digging out my Mom’s sewing machine and making my daughter outfits. Funny thing is…sewing is kind of like riding a bike…you never truly forget how to do it.

rowan montgomery came to be in early 2011 after I had decided that I not only wanted to create things for my daughter, but I also wanted to open up an Etsy shop and share my creations with others. You’ll find different things in my shop including fabric, toddler clothing, burp cloths, wine bottle carriers, pillows, rag quilts, and my most popular item…chevron book slings. Thanks for looking around! Your support of my shop means the world to me!  use code “asmallsnippet” at checkout for free shipping!

:: Nana’s  Nuzzles ::

 Nana’s Nuzzles specializes in home sewn items that keep people cozy.  Whimsical quilts (all sizes), discreet nursing covers for mommas, matching baby carrier covers, and creative notebook or journal covers are just some of the products available.  Quilts vary in size from baby quilts to lap quilts and larger quilts for beds.  All work is carried out with TLC and a lot of heart.  Shop from our small inventory or order a custom-made piece with or without your own fabric.  Custom orders are always welcome. Follow the link to see my store, and thank you for taking the time to look.  Use the code “asmallsnippet” at check out for 10% off.

:: Sweet Bay Crochet ::

It’s the little lovely things that make me smile and feel grateful.  A warm cup of tea, fresh flowers from my garden, a long chat with a friend, a cuddle with a baby, a blue bird outside my window.  I especially love the satisfaction of turning a ball of yarn into something beautiful that will make someone else smile. 

I love working with natural and organic yarns.  I spend a lot of time touching and looking at the yarn, so a high quality, soft, pure material is important for me to love the final product. Because I hope that if I love it, you will too. 

I’m so excited to partner with LeAna and am happy to offer you 10% off your entire order.  Just use coupon code “ASMALLSNIPPET” at my shop at www.sweetbaycrochet.etsy.com

“Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable… think about such things.”  Phillipians 4:8

:: Beso Handbags ::

Beso Handbags was started in 2008 by Johanna Penagos. A wife, mom of three & school psychologist turned handbag designer, Johanna decided to make a business out of a life-long love of art and design. All of the handbags that you see are Johanna’s original designs. She enjoys incorporating fabrics with bright, bold patterns as well as rich and luxurious textures. She designs bags that not only function well, but show off the fabulous fabrics they are made from. And now, our customer gets to be the designer too! Choose your favorite bag style and your favorite fabric combinations to create a bag that’s all your own. Put together your own bag online, or contact us to schedule an exclusive trunk show in your very own home. We will send out one of our fabulous regional representatives with sample bags and fabrics, so that you can share Beso Handbags with your friends!  

This month, Johanna is so excited to introducing the first pieces in her jewelry line.  The jewelry by Beso Handbags is designed like her bags, easy to wear, fun and versatile. These first pieces are designed to mix and match, wear alone or layer. Choose your favorite pieces in silver or gold and in three different lengths. Then put them together to fit your personal style.  So fun!

A Small Snippet readers get 10% off when they use the code “snippet” at checkout.

:: 3 Cords :: 

3 Cords is a social enterprise that trains, employs, and empowers Haitian women and their families.  Our mission is to provide opportunities for physically handicapped women, and to show them that they are both beautiful and valuable.  Check out our website to see the beautiful headbands, purses, macbook cases, and other accessories they make!  Be sure to use the discount code “asmallsnippet10” to get 10% your total purchase for the month of December!

From me:  3 Cords is very near and dear to my heart. If you’ve been reading a while, then you’ll know that we travel to Haiti every year to work with these unbelievable women!  you can read more about them here and here. I love these women, and I can assure you that you will love the products that they create!

:: Knock Knock Creative ::

Knock Knock Creative is a digital agency specializing in design for web and print. We are a team of artists, innovators, and thinkers who want to work with you to create effective solutions for your business. We create experiences, content and products with the intention of opening doors for our clients. Come knock on our door and save 50% off websites when you mention A Small Snippet

From me:  So many of you have inquired about my new blog design. I am thrilled to get to introduce you to my designer, Meredith, at Knock Knock Creative. There are no words to tell you just how creative, patient, and hardworking she is. She was able to take the concept in my head and make it into something better than I could’ve ever imagined! If you are looking for a new website or blog design, look no further!!!

now…GO ENJOY SOME SHOPPING!!

and don’t forget to tune into CNN’s Headline News show, Making it in America, this afternoon at 4:00 p.m. E.T. to see our very own Eli the Elf :)