We’re just getting back into the swing of things since being in book overdrive and will soon have lots of fun behind the scenes to share.  Above is a sneak peek of a really fun trip I took to Texas recently with the Michaels Executive team and some very crafty bloggers aka “The Michaels Creative Crew.”  This was a very fun and informative trip and I’ll give you the full behind the scenes on that next week {warning – it was packed with great stuff so there will be multiple posts!}

In the meantime, a little “behind the book” to give you an update on where we are on the book process.   I promised you all I’d keep you in the loop with what I can so here is an update.  Yesterday, my publisher Hyperion sent over a mock up of the book cover!   For those who follow us on twitter and facebook, you may know that we had a cover shoot last week with Johnny Miller.  So really fun news is that I’m on the cover {not easy to land!}  It is totally surreal to look at this mock cover with me on it.  It was definitely a “pinch me moment” when I opened up the email with the mock cover. Gals and guys…don’t give up on your dreams because it really can happen.  If there is anything I can impart to you, it is that.  Next week the AAE team has a bunch of book meetings.  We have marketing meetings, sales meetings, and interior design meetings with the publisher.  Hyperion has been incredibly supportive and I’m so happy I’m playing a role in every step of the process.  I’ll continue to share what I can as we get ready to roll this baby out for Spring 2012.

We’ll have a guest feature up this afternoon {+ the winner to yesterday’s July 4th printable giveaway} and definitely come back for the Michaels fun {and some great July 4th inspiration} next week. Have a great weekend! xoxo