We interrupt this exciting series of blog posts with a visit from Jan Brett on her 2011 Bus Tour for her new book, "Home for Christmas". It is important to take breaks and get out of the studio to get inspiration. And this was well worth the effort. The folks at The Bookcase in Wayzata, MN did a good job organizing the event.

I was very pleased to get my photo-opp. with Jan. She's really nice!

I am not much for heels, but I love these shoes! These eskimo high-heels are very groovy. :-)

My dear friend, Nina Crittenden also made it to the event. We had a good time!