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Fern Grove Christmas Market.
Jack Dubois speaking.

That is correct.

Yes, Bianca Bonhomme
is our headlining artist.

Yes, we'd absolutely
love to be considered for

a Walter Gregson Seal of the Season.

Tomorrow's great.

We'll see him then.

What are you doing here?

Oh, it's good to see you, too, Jack...

I mean, Mr. Dubois.

Hold on, are you trying to sneak into

my Christmas Market uninvited?
What's in the box?

Oh, this? It's nothing.

Alright, well, the fair
is not open to the public.

Only artists with a booth are
allowed in to set up, 'kay?

Right, about that...

Don't you have a job or something?

Oh, yeah, I work at
a commercial hot shop,

but it's closed for the holidays.

So, I have plenty of time on my hands.

Listen, just because you were
rejected last year doesn't mean

you shouldn't reapply this year.

Oh, actually, I did. So...

Oh, that's funny.

I don't remember
seeing your name, Holly.

Well, that's because
I submitted under a...

Yeah, I don't have time for this.

Our headliner's going
to be here any moment.

Bianca Bonhomme.
I still can't believe you

got her to headline the fair this year.

Even after retirement,
she is such an icon.

Could you introduce me to her?

I'm not in the business of doing favors.

You know, I can't introduce her
to anyone who's just a fan.

Why not?

Because it's unprofessional.

Or because you hate me?

I do not hate you.

Then let me display at
the emerging artist booth.

Please, okay?
This would be huge for me.

Look, these booths are
the first ounce of control

my grandfather's giving me.

I can't take a risk on an unknown artist.

Jack, look, I have been
honing in on my craft

since last Christmas.

Then why didn't you apply this year?

Like I said, I did, but...

But what? Your application
magically get lost?

No, I submitted...

Oh, this is a disaster.

Mr. Bonhomme.

We weren't expecting you until...

I can't do it, this festival.

- What?
- My assistant just quit

and I have no one to
help me set up my booth.

Quit?! Why?

Because I asked her to be on call.

I mean, lots of employers do it,

and who could afford
to take weekends anymore?

- Anyway, all of this to say...
- Mm-hm. Yup.

That I have to remove myself
from this year's exhibition.

I retired for a reason.

Uh, one...
One moment, Ms. Bonhomme.

Ms. Bonhomme, wait. Wait, please.

Wait! Wait! Wait!

Quite the predicament, huh?

Not now, Holly.

It's really rough losing your headliner.

- Goodbye, Holly.
- You know what? I'll do it.

Do what?

I'll be Bianca's assistant.

What?

Yeah. Think about it.

One, I'm a glassblower, too,
so our skillsets align.

I know her work like
the back of my hand.

And three, you need me.

Why would you want to help me?

Because you would be so grateful
that you would give me a spot at

the emerging artist booth
and reference letter.

No.

Okay, fine! Fine. Lose your headliner.

I'm sure that would look really
great to your grandfather.

Okay, okay. Fine.

But no messing up.

- Okay.
- Okay?

- Yeah.
- Come on, come on. Let's go.

Ms. Bonhomme.
Ms. Bonhomme. Ms. Bonhomme.

What?

I have an assistant for you.

- Hello.
- Excuse me?

Well, you said your assistant quit

and you can't do your
exhibit without an assistant.

So, I found you a new assistant.

Say "assistant" one more time.

This is Holly.

- Hi.
- She is a...

Uh, Ms. Bonhomme, may I just say,

the piece you did for
the Fort Museum during

their Christmas showcase that won

the Governor's Medal of Excellence was

one of the most innovative
designs that I have ever seen.

It was actually almost
reminiscent of one of

your first collections that you
did in the mid-90s, you know?

And your... your vase work
with the glow-in-the-dark cane?

So unique.

I did that work over a decade ago.

That's when I saw it.
It was amazing, luminous.

Glassblower's glow.

I got a lot of negative
press for that show.

Critics said it was too
"out there" for high-end art.

No, isn't high-end art
supposed to push the boundaries?

I mean, as artists, right, we express,

and if we're not pushing the boundaries,

what are we doing even?
Just repeating the same thing

that someone else has
done a million times over?

And is that even art, you know?

You're very high energy.

Thank you.

No, no, no. It's not a compliment.

Oh.

Alright, alright.

Show up at my booth
first thing in the morning.

We'll give her a trial run.

Fingers crossed this
works out for your, Ms. Dubois.

Thank you...

I nailed that.

"Nailed that" is a bit strong.

Oh.

Don't blow this.
Just be professional, okay?

I am always professional.

Oh, which is why you thought
you'd just waltz in here

and get a booth placement
without being accepted?

Well, it worked, didn't it?

Hm.

Thank you, thank you,
thank you, thank you.

- Thank you!
- It's Jack Dubois speaking.

Yes, Bianca Bonhomme
is our headlining artist.

Hello!

Oh.

Oh, sorry.

It's alright, dear.

Um, are you dropping off for an artist?

Uh, yeah. Sure am.

Okay. Oh.

Oh, it's under the company name Verre.

And all the contact info is on here?

It is.

Great. I'll get it all set up.

Thank you.

- Hey, Holly.
- Collette.

Guess what?

Uh, you got us T Swift tickets?

No, you are looking at the brand
new social media manager

for the Fern Grove Fair.

What? Collette, that's huge.
Congratulations.

Thanks. I know. It crazy, right?

I mean, obviously,
I'm very grateful to Jack

for the interview, but I didn't think

he'd actually give me the job.

Guess he's not that bad after all, huh?

Huh.

I'm joking. He's, like, the worst,

but he did give me a spot

at the emerging artist booth.

- Wait, what?
- Mm-hm.

That's the perfect way to
launch Verre on social media,

and that will bring so much
attention to your start-up.

I love it.

I guess we're both
moving up in the world.

Hm.

Pop, guess what? I got
a call from Walter Gregson.

The host of Holiday Highlight?

Well, thanks to Bianca Bonhomme
we might finally get picked for

the Seal of the Season.

This could be huge for us.

We could increase attendance
by 20% next Christmas.

If there is a next Christmas.

What? What do you mean by that?

Let's just say we need a good year.

A development company wants the land.

I have until Christmas Eve to decide.

Their offer is big.

What? But you love the fair.

Everyone loves the fair.
It's our family legacy.

You know as well as anybody that
the numbers have been slowly

going down over the years. It's not good.

Well, a good review
from Walter Gregson

and getting his Seal of the Season pick

could be exactly what we need.

Yeah, quite frankly, it's our last shot.

Did you have a chance
to look at my proposal?

I did, and it's why I agreed
to a social media manager,

whatever that is.

I'm trusting you with this, Jack.

Don't let me down.

I won't, Pops. I promise.

The fate of
the Fern Grove Christmas Fair

rests on your shoulders.

Huh. Love it.

Excuse me.

Mr. Gregson. Good morning.
Welcome to the Fern Grove Fair.

Thanks for having us.

I'm really excited to
speak with Bianca Bonhomme.

I didn't realize she was still doing shows.

Well, she came out of
retirement just for us,

and you can find her in
the featured artists building.

And she's agreed to speak to me?

Oh, I'm sure she'd be thrilled to.

Now, why don't you follow me?
I'll get you guys set up.

Alright? Come on.

Oh, uh, good morning.

Good morning, Molly.

Oh, uh, Holly.

Sorry?

Well, my name, it's Holly, not Molly.

I know it's similar.

I need all of this
set up based on my design.

More pieces will be
arriving this afternoon.

So, this is your first
public event in, like,

what, five years? Are you excited?

'Cause I... I'm excited.
This is really exciting.

Oh, it's just to gauge
the public's reaction

to the new collection
before I make my real comeback.

I'm sorry, new collection? That's exciting.

Do you have something in the works?

I mean, I'd love to take
a look if you're willing to sh...

You're at a nine. I need you at a four.

Right. Sorry.

So, uh, this setup.

It's very straightforward.
Start at the tree.

Tree. Uh...

Start at the tree.

Uh...

Oh.

Those are...

Very chic, right?

I know, it's hard to pick your favorite.

They're both so different.

Definitely, yeah.

Um, so, this is your new collection?

Isn't it innovative?

When did you stop using color?

Oh, color. So last season.

Clear pieces are making a big comeback.

But aren't you known
for your color work?

That chapter's over.

Why?

Good morning.

Mm.

I just wanted to let you know that

Walter Gregson just got here.

What?

Walter Gregson, the host of...

Holiday Highlight. Yes, I am aware.

Uh, what in the world is he doing here?

Well, he's going to cover the fair

and, um, debut your new pieces.

No. No, no, no. These pieces
are not ready to show yet.

But you're exhibiting at the Fair.

Oh, well, this is just a trial run.

You gotta practice for the real art world.

I sent you an email.

I am a creative.

Business stuff is my assistant's job.

Uh, I would happily
read your emails if you...

No, no, no. No, this isn't happening.

Uh, but why?

Because I am not dressed
for an on-camera interview,

especially for somebody as
vindictive as Walter Gregson.

I think you look amazing, Bianca.

You always have...

And it's not ready, the booth isn't set up,

and I don't even know if
Dolly is remotely competent.

Technically, she is still on trial.

It's Holly.

Tell him no.

Hang on a second. Holly is here to help.

You can ask her anything.

I don't know about "anything."

Anything.

I don't think so.

Please, Ms. Bonhomme.
Let us help you.

You can focus on making
sure your booth is perfect.

And Holly and I will...
will handle everything else.

Yes.

The blue coat in
my studio on the coat rack.

You can't miss it.

Blue coat. Got it.

Is that...

This is from your debut
collection in 1993, right?

I scoured the internet
for one of these when I first

got my license, and I just couldn't...

Look at the detail.

Wow.

Right?

Yeah.

My studio is my sanctuary.

Touch anything and I'll ruin you.

The blue coat, that's it.

Got it. Yeah.

Off you go.

- Yup, okay. Um...
- Right.

No problem.

Artist of the Year.

Gold medal winner.

Academy of Arts Fellowship.

Original Bonhomme snowflakes.

These are priceless.

Her private hot shop.

Uh, hey.

Holly, what's taking so long?

You know, I'm... I'm sorry.

I'm just... I'm getting
to the coats now. I...

Oh, no.

What?

Which blue coat?

The blue one.

Yeah, I know the blue one,
but there's, like,

five of them here. Is it the blue jean one?

The blue furry one? The blue floral one?

I mean, who needs
this many blue coats?

Just take the bluest one
and get back here.

Pick the bluest one. Okay.

You know what? I'm just
going to bring them all.

Yup. Bringing them
all. We'll figure it out.

Meet me outside Bianca's booth.

Okay. Yup. Okay. Okay.

Sorry. Have a good day.

Okay.

Okay, perfect.

Okay, I have a plan.
You go in first, right?

Find out which one she wants.
Then I'll handle the rest.

How are we going to pull that off?

Teamwork.

Okay.

Oh, wow. Those look great.

I knew people would love them.

Oh, you have such great taste.

You know, my grandmother
also had great taste.

She had jackets for almost every season.

She especially liked her floral blue coat.

Florals at Christmas time?
I think that's illegal.

No, yeah. Of course, of course.
No, no floral. No.

Uh, but she also had coats for other, uh,

other weather appropriate situations,

like a furry electric blue bomber.

Oh, I swear, every woman
looks amazing in electric blue.

Yes. Yes, yes.

Uh, brings out the eyes, doesn't it?

Yeah. Oh.

Oh, speaking of. Mm.

Oh.

Am I right?

You look amazing.

Oh, wow.

Perfecto. Yeah.

So, um, I should
probably go get Walter now.

Oh, no, I don't think so.

Sorry? I mean, you have your coat. So...

Well, it's drafty in here.

I'm certainly not prepared
for an interview today.

Tell Walter he'll have to wait.

The fair's in two days, Molly.
The booth won't set itself up.

No, no, no, no, no, no, no.

Have a great day.

Oh, can I help you with something?

Nope. Cheers.

Everything okay?

It goes like this.

Everything needs to be perfect.

Oh.

I think it's so cool that Walter Gregson

wants to interview you.

You know, I'm a huge fan of his show,

The Holiday Highlight.

Walter is ruthless, and I swear
he has it out for me.

What? Why?

I was featured on his show years ago.

He said my work was
"outdated" and "loud."

I think his exact words were,

"She relies on color to
hide a lack of technique."

After that, every reviewer
said something similar.

So, voila.

A technically perfect collection,

devoid of color.

So, Walter Gregson's the reason
you changed your style?

No, I would never
give him that much credit.

Right.

But, you know, maybe this
could be a really good thing,

and you can show him how much you've

grown.

Exactly.

So, I'll leave you to set everything up.

I will come by in the morning
and examine everything.

Maybe wear something
less "Swiss ski lodge,"

and some proper heels.

Heels?

And some makeup.

I mean, you do want to sell the brand.

Of course.

Thanks, Bianca.

Well, all the jackets
are back in the studio.

Thanks, Jack.

Man, you really know
how to pull off a plan.

You know, I would
have never thought that.

Well, I mean, it is my job
to keep Bianca happy, right?

You know, I know she'd never admit this,

but she was really impressed,
and I was, too.

Oh, and I need you tomorrow
night to get Bianca to

the Mingle & Jingle Mixer
for the new vendors

to help kick off the fair.

Yeah, no. I doubt she would do
anything that I asked her to do.

No, this is really important.
Tomorrow's opening day,

and the mixer is huge for promotion.

As the headliner, Bianca needs
to help support the fair.

We really need a good turnout this year.

Uh, yeah. Yeah, okay. I'll do my best.

Okay, thanks.

You know, this place is really special.

Even though your tree is boring.

Why are there no decorations on it?

What? What are you talking about?

There's plenty of decorations.

There's, like, five.

Well, it's traditional.

You know, it's the way
Grandpa's always done it.

Right, but, I mean, don't you
want to mix it up a little bit?

You know? Not do it the same way
you've done it year after year.

Baby steps, you know? I'm trying.

What, until you take over?

Yeah. Yeah, we'll see about that.

Come on, Jack.

Take the reins, you know?
Show your creativity.

Yeah.

Um, well, actually, I do have an idea.

I was thinking we could feature vendors

that make holiday ornaments on the tree.

Everyone's just so
disjointed in their booths.

I thought this was a way to, you know,

bring everyone together in one place.

See? It's brilliant. I love it.

Yeah?

Yeah.

So, if I'm able to get Bianca to come to

your mixer tomorrow night,
do you think I could get

my ornaments on the tree?

Uh, seems like a fair deal to me.

Wanna shake on it?

Uh, yeah, just don't hit me.

Ow. Ow, ow, ow.
Why did she ask for heels?

You okay?

Yeah, thanks to you.

I don't mind being your crash pad.

You look nice.

Oh, thank you.

I'm wearing lipstick, so...

I like it. It's, uh, it's different.

Uh, we should just probably get up.

We're in the walkway here.

Yeah, you're right.

Okay.

- Okay.
- Alright.

Oh.

Not very functional footwear for the Fair.

Well, no, I'm just
trying to look professional,

like Bianca asked.
Okay, um, don't worry, Jack.

I'm going to make you look good,

and then I'm going to
hold it over your head.

Woo.

Sure you don't need any help?

I'll take it slow. Promise.

Hello, world,
and welcome to day one

of the famed Fern Grove Fair.

My name's Collette,
and I will be your digital host

this very festive holiday season.

So, you know, grab yourself a hot cocoa,

grab some gingerbread cookies,
and get ready to see all of

these amazing artists at this year's fair.

Like Verre, a very local glassblower

with a unique eye for design.

You heard it here first
at the emerging artist booth,

but, folks, you gotta hurry,
because these pieces

will not last long.

Hey.

Hey. Have you seen your social media?

No.

So, Verre is kind of
gaining some traction,

which is really exciting...

Morning.

Oh, what is on your face?

Oh, uh, lipstick,
'cause you asked me to dress up.

I even wore the heels
that you asked me to wear.

Heels around glass?
Do you have a death wish?

Right, I'll change.

What were you two talking about?

We were just going
over social media stuff.

Speaking of, I'm going to grab
some quick detail shots of...

Okay, that's enough.

I'll get out of your hair.

See ya.

See ya.

So, how'd things go after I left?

Booth looks pretty good.

Oh, these are wrong.

That's better.

Um, so, tonight,

are you going to
the Mingle & Jingle Mixer?

Is that a real question?

I thought so.

I need a latte.

Do not let Walter film anything.

Okay, but...

Ah, good morning.

Morning. Is Bianca around?

Um, yeah, no, she was.
She's just getting a latte.

Oh.

But I'm sure she will be right back.

Mm-hm.

Is this Bianca's new work?

Oh, no.

No. Um, I mean, I don't...
I don't think it is.

It might be, but I'm... I'm new here,

and I just... I don't think it's ready yet.

Holly just
started working for her

and has strict orders to allow no media

while Bianca's not present.

So, the online rumors are true.

Her staff quit.

What? No.

No, no. What I...

What I meant was that
you guys should just,

you know, wait until Bianca comes back

and she can tell you
all about her new pieces.

So, should we just
hang out until she gets back?

Yeah. Totally.

Uh, just, you know,
make yourself at home.

Yeah. Just hang out. Yup.

I love your bracelet.

Oh, thank you. I actually made it.

Did you?

Mm-hm.

Are you a glassblower, too?

I am.

I'm trying to be, you know, but nothing

nothing like Bianca Bonhomme,

who should be back any second.

You know what? I think we're
going to grab a bite to eat.

Oh.

But let me know if
Bianca ever comes back.

I will. Thanks.

Ooh, that was fun.

Mm-hm.

Listen, I gotta go take a call,

but you let me know if
you need anything else, okay?

And, uh, good work keeping him at bay.

Mm, yeah. You, too.

We make a good team.

Yeah. Yeah, we do.

All right, well, see you.

Mm-hm.

Mr. Dubois.

Ms. Bonhomme.

Well, what did Walter say?

Where have you been?

Did he like it? He was here for a while.

Yeah, he was waiting for you.

Well, did he like the collection?

I don't know, he didn't say anything.

He just wanted to talk to you.

I told you to handle it, Molly.

It's Holly, and he just
wants to interview you.

I don't know why you can't...

I don't do interviews.

But...

You have a customer.

Hi.

Hello. Welcome.

Bianca Bonhomme.

My grandma used to love her stuff.

Oh! Well, then your grandmother
must have impeccable taste.

So, as you can see, her new
pieces are a little more modern,

a little more sleek.
Definitely designed towards

a younger audience, much like yourself.

Did you want to take a closer look?

I was going to get her something,

but this doesn't look like
the stuff that she'd like.

What about this? It's gorgeous.

Yeah, but it just looks like a vase,

not like a Bianca Bonhomme vase.

Where's the color, you know?

Well, I'm Bianca Bonhomme,

and trust me, this new aesthetic
is going to be really popular.

My mother's calling me.

I'm sure that was just a fluke.

Oh, hey, Collette. When you see Jack,

can you let him know that
an artist sold out already?

Someone's already sold out?

Verre literally flew off the shelves.

Yes, amazing!

I'll let Jack and Verre know.

Excuse me.

So, you know this artist, Verre?

Yes, I do. She's my best friend.

Oh.

So, "Verre" means "glass" in French.

I keep telling her to work
under her real name instead of

as nom de plume, but alas.
Anyway, my name's Collette.

Walter Gregson.

Hi, Walter. I'm the social media
manager for the fair.

Oh.

If you want I can chat
with her about maybe

setting up some sort of
interview or something.

Oh, well, that...
that would be great, Collette.

Perfect, Walter.

Alright.

Nice to meet you.

Hm. Ladies and gentlemen,
live from the Fern Grove Fair,

I give you our first
sold out artist, Verre.

No two pieces are alike.
So, swing on by here tomorrow

and check out the new collection.

No way.

Holly, did you see it?
You've completely sold out.

It's crazy.

And, um, guess who wants
to interview you.

Walter Gregson.

No.

You, my friend, are bigger
than Bianca Bonhomme right now.

It's happening!

There you go.
And, yes, hopefully we'll have

a new Verre restock
first thing in the morning.

So, Verre. Do you know
who this artist is?

Good question. No. I don't
think anyone really does,

oh, except for the social media girl.

I overheard her telling Mr. Gregson

that they're friends.

Hm. Is Verre their real name?

I don't know, but

looks like we're not
totally sold out after all.

One final Verre piece.

Guess it's my lucky day.

How much do I owe you?

Apparently, someone at
the emerging artist booth

has sold out. Verre.

Uh...

Have you heard of them?

I mean, it's find craftsmanship.

I can see why they're popular.

I need you to find out who they are

and report back to me.

Okay.

I will not be outsold
by some no-name nobody.

See you tomorrow, Polly.

Oh, wait. What about the mixer tonight?

Oh, no. I don't have time for that.

But it's really important.
Everyone will be there, Bianca.

Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't realize

I was taking orders from you now.

- No, it's just...
- Goodnight.

I heard Verre will be there.

Oh, really?

Yeah, yeah.

Very interesting.

Hey. It smells great.

Oh, I made some chili if you want some.

Oh, thanks. I just
came home quickly to change

for the mixer tonight, though.

Hey, um...

Does anyone know that I'm Verre?

I don't think so.

Okay, good. Let's keep it that way.

Why?

Okay, look.
Bianca hasn't sold anything yet,

and now she wants me
to track down Verre,

because she thinks that Verre
is her biggest competition,

but if she finds out that I'm Verre,

then she's going to think
it's intentional and blame Jack

because he's the one
that put us together,

and then I'm going to lose her trust,

and then I'm going to hurt him.

Whoa, Holly.

Okay, one, since when
do you care about Jack?

And, two, this is a career
opportunity of a lifetime.

I mean, Walter Gregson
wants to feature your work.

Why are you hiding?

I'm not hiding,

and I don't care about Jack, obviously,

but if one of them finds out,
I could lose my place

at the fair and I could lose
my chance at the residency.

Collette, no matter what,

no one can find out that I'm Verre.

No Bianca, I see.

She said she'll be here.

I sure hope so. Her not being
here doesn't reflect well on us.

If Holly says she'll be here,
she'll be here, okay?

I trust her.

If you say so.

You look beautiful.

Thank you.

Where is Bianca?

What? I thought she'd be here by now.

Didn't you confirm a time with her?

Time? I'm... I'm not her babysitter, I...

Holly, you need to be...

Well, isn't this festive?

Bianca, hello.

So, are they here?

Who?

Verre. The sold out emerging artist.

Holly said that
they would be in attendance.

I was hoping to discuss
technique with them.

Well, now that you're here,

all our vendors will be in attendance.

Hm. Well, I'm going to take a lap.

'Kay.

Um, do you know who
she's talking about?

I've been so busy with
accounting and logistics

I haven't had a chance
to go by the booths.

Oh, uh...

Hm. Well, a deal's a deal, right?

Your ornaments will be put on the tree.

Oh, you don't...

I just wanted to talk to you about...

No, I can pop by the emerging
artist booth in the morning

and go grab some.

- Oh, no...
- Pick up...

You don't... You don't have to do that.

I'll just bring them to you.
That's easier, right?

It's easier.
Um, do you want some hot cocoa?

I'm buying.

Well, if you're buying.

Hm. 'Kay.

There's no way
someone's already sold out.

The artist's name is Verre.

The emerging artist booth
is getting a lot of traction.

I was asked three times if
I had anything of Verre's work.

Colleen, is it?

Sure. Close enough. What's up?

So, Verre, is it true that
you're friends with them?

Oh, where did you hear that?

Oh, I have my sources.

Right. So... So, yeah. So, we are friends.

Um, she's really a recluse, honestly.

She usually doesn't really
leave her cabin out east, so.

She. Can you introduce me?

No, no, because she's
so private, like I said, right?

So, she's not here?

Jack said all the vendors
were in attendance.

So, she was here, right,
but then she had to

go back to her apartment.
So, she's not here anymore.

So, that's sort of the end of that.

I thought you said she lived in a cabin.

You are sharp.
Sorry, one second. What's that?

What? Do you need me at...
at booth five? Booth f...

I'll be right over. So sorry. So sorry.

Hm.

Uh, with whipped cream, please.

Thanks.

So, how's it all going?

Oh, I think okay.

It really is just going to come down to.

Walter's feature on Bianca.

Yeah, he's got her really rattled.

I think she's worried he's going
to embarrass her or something.

Yeah, I'm going to try to get
the interview questions first

so there's no surprises.

Maybe you can help prep her.

You know? Help take the edge off.

Yeah. That's a great idea.

Whoa, whoa. You okay?

Uh, yeah. I would love to say
I'm not normally this clumsy,

but I was voted most likely
to trip in high school. So...

Ah.

I bet you were voted
most likely to succeed.

Oh.

I knew it.

I would say maybe most likely
to disappoint, sometimes.

Oh, come on. That's not true.

Look. Look at this fair. It's amazing.

Uh...

You're amazing.

You know, I could say
the same about you.

Shall we?

Dance.

Yeah.

Shall we?

Holly, can I talk to you, like, right now?

- Oh, um...
- Hi, Jack.

Hi.

Yeah, sure. Sorry.

So, we have a little bit of a problem.

Sylvie might have let it slip
that Verre and I are friends,

and now Bianca won't
stop snooping around,

asking questions.

What?

Yeah, but, hey, just keep a low profile

and we will ride this thing out.

I told her you're a recluse
who lives in a cabin back east.

Why would you do that?

To buy us some more time, Holly,
and, by the way,

if you don't want
anybody knowing you're Verre,

you'd better steer clear
of that booth for a while.

I'll do the restocking.

Yeah, okay.

We got this.

Okay.

It's great.

Hey. Everything okay?

- Yeah.
- Yeah.

- Yeah.
- It's great.

- Yeah, great.
- Mm-hm.

Yeah. Grand, even.

You kids have fun now. Excuse me.

And, oh, sorry for ruining
your intimate moment back there.

- Oh, it wasn't a...
- Oh, we weren't, um...

Oh, I got you a coffee.

Oh!

No, no, no, no, no.

What do we do? Can we move
another one to the spot?

No, she'll spot that from a mile away.

It's fine, we can fix this.

How?

The hot shop.

I thought you said
it was closed for the season.

Bianca's isn't.

Are you sure about this?

Don't worry so much.
Plus, Bianca's going to be able

to tell if we don't
use the exact same glass.

You really think we can pull this off?

Yeah. Bianca's new
collection is... it's simple.

It's a lot of clean lines.
This should only take,

I don't know, an hour or two.

Clear glass is easy.
It's something I learned

working in commercial glassware.

Right. Drinking glasses.

Um, so, what is your dream?

What, you mean
besides having my own booth

at the Fern Grove Fair?

Yeah, yeah. Besides that.

Um...

Well, there's this artist residency at

the Museum of Glass,

and they only take three artists a year.

They help them develop their craft,

and at the end of the year they
give them their own exhibition

at the Museum.

But they require you having
a very professional exhibition

under your belt before you start.

Mm, and that's why
you need an exhibit with us.

They only allow you to apply a few times.

This is my last chance.

I guess I was just kind of
hoping that working for Bianca,

she might give me a good reference,

and I could use that to apply next year.

On top of the one
you're giving me as well.

Well, a deal is a real, right?

Okay.

Let's get to work.

Now we leave it in the annealer
for a few hours.

You know, that looks exactly
like her piece.

You're really saving me here.

How'd you get into all this?

Uh, it was Bianca, actually.

My Nan took to me to one of
her art shows when I was a kid.

And I don't know, ever since then,

I just became fascinated with glass.

You know how they say
never meet your idol.

Did she live up to your hype?

And then some.

A decided diva,

but I think that's just her armor.

You know, I wish she'd let herself

be the artist that she used to be

instead of worrying about what
everyone else wants her to be.

Hmm. Well, they say the key to
art is authenticity.

Yeah, it... um...

It just makes me sad that she's
let all of the negative comments

get to her head.

What about you?

Hmm?

What are your dreams besides
taking the fair, the tree?

Oh, uh, that's it.

Oh, come on.

There's got to be something else
in there, huh?

Okay, don't laugh.

I would never.

I, uh, I want to expand our reach

as an organization.

You know, right now, we're just
focused on the Christmas market.

But I want to set up an online platform

so people can shop for their
favorite vendors

- all year round.
- That's a great idea!

Well...

What does your... what does
your grandfather say?

Well, I gave him my proposal but
he hasn't looked at it yet.

He's not really into change.

So...

Maybe it's a matter of just
showing him that change

doesn't have to be a bad thing.

Well, that's what I'm trying to do,

with the emerging artist booth
and hiring Collette.

But what?

It's just the stakes
are really high right now.

Listen, don't tell anyone this,

but Grandpa is thinking about
selling the fair property.

Why?

The sales aren't what they used to be,

and the cost of the fair keeps rising.

So, this year, we have to be successful,

or, well, he'll be forced to sell.

- You know what?
- Hmm?

If this is the last year,
if this is the last chance,

you should just... just go for it.

Just make it your own.

Well, it is getting late.

- Um...
- Yeah.

Can I walk you home?

Sure.

The vase still needs a few hours
so I'll grab it in the morning.

So the kiln just stays on, huh?

Wow.

Lovely!

Oh, now I found your ornament!

Nice!

This is so pretty.

I love those ones.

Thanks for tuning in
to the latest episode

of Holiday Highlight!

The shining star of this year's
Fern Grove Fair

is an artist named Verre.

Their work has been selling out
since the fair opened,

and there's been a lot of buzz
about this up and coming artist.

Restock for Verre.

Oh, thank goodness!

We've already had four patrons asking.

Oh, stop!

And look, she's literally
blowing up on social media,

- which makes me so proud.
- That's amazing!

Good morning from the Fern Grove Fair!

Now, since so many of you were asking,

Verre's pieces are being restocked

at the emerging artists booth
as we speak.

Today marks the first day of
her color series, so,

get on down here and grab yours
before they sell out again.

Oh, Mr. Gregson,
do you have a moment?

Sure.

I'd love to discuss Bianca's
interview with you

as artist relations manager.

- Good morning.
- Morning.

What were you doing?

I wasn't doing anything.

Hmm.

Stay tuned
while we crack the mystery,

and find out if I give this
year's Fern Grove Fair

my Seal of the Season.

What are you watching?

Nothing.

This Verre artist is causing quite a stir.

I think I need to do something big.

You know, something to remind everyone

that I am still the queen of glass.

Yes! Bianca, I love that idea.

Yes.

Oh.

What, my collection doesn't
cut it for you?

Hmm? No. No, uh...

I-I think it's totally great.

It's just not very, you know,

it's not very you.

Well.

I'm just trying to
make it through this fair

without Walter Gregson setting
fire to my career again.

Why are you so worried about him?

Oh, Walter is a...

A what?

Walter.

How lovely to see you.

Bianca. You're looking well.

Thank you.

So, I was wondering if now would
be a good time to profile you

and share your new work.

Well, I was thinking that
we should save that exclusive

for when I unveil my new installation.

- Oh, there's more?
- Yes.

It's going to be massive.

Bigger than anything
I've ever done before.

Jack never mentioned that.

Well, that is because it is a surprise.

And I knew this Verre artist is
getting a lot of buzz, but...

- Connie, did you hear that?
- Connie.

I want you to tell your
followers that Bianca Bonhomme

has a present for them this
Christmas Eve.

Huh.

How's it going?

Um, well, Bianca left to work on
her whole new installation

that she's debuting for Walter Gregson.

Oh. What inspired that?

I think she's just trying
to boost her sales.

Hmm.

Or attempting to compete with Verre?

Yeah, maybe.

Could I walk you out?

There's something I want to show you.

Oh.

Yeah, sure.

- Ready?
- Yeah, I think so.

One, two, and.

What do you think?

Jack, it's amazing!

But, of course, I am biased.

What do you think?

Ah, well, I think it's, you know,

- has a lot of character.
- Yeah!

Wait, are these...

Yeah, those are different
vendors' pieces,

shows some information on them

and where their booths are located.

It's really innovative.

What does your grandfather think?

Ah, we'll see.

You know, you've got great ideas, Jack.

And I think your kind of vision
and creativity

is exactly what this fair needs.

Your family is lucky to have
someone so, I don't know,

passionate leading the way.

Wait a second, was that a compliment?

- Okay, here we go.
- Did I hear that correctly?

Do you want to repeat
what you just said?

Yeah, no, do not get used
to that, all right?

Oh, uh, and by the way, I went
to the emerging artists booth,

just to grab some pieces from Verre,

but of course they were sold out.

But, um, I didn't see your name
displayed anywhere.

Um...

Yeah, that's

that's because, uh...

- What is...?
- Oh.

The, uh, lights on the ground
are on a timer.

Oh.

You know, I need to get home
anyways. It's late.

Bianca has her big interview tomorrow.

Okay.

- See you.
- See you.

After selling out
of her green pieces yesterday,

Verre debuted the next color
in her collection... red.

Head on down to the emerging
artists booth

to get yours before they are gone.

Hi!

That's going to be quite
complicated to make.

Bianca.

Reticello technique.

- Yeah.
- It's my favorite.

Tricky, but beautiful.

Yeah, mine too.

I haven't really been able to crack it yet.

Well, if you're going to try it,

you should use Duro, or stiff white.

Duro holds the lines so the
color doesn't bleed

or wash out.

Oh, wow. Yeah, thank you.
I'll remember that.

I was thinking of making this
piece for my application

for the Museum of Glass Artists
residency, but, um,

I'm not sure.

Well, if you pull it off, let me know.

I'm on the residency board.

A design like that shows real chops.

Yeah, d-definitely! Thank you.

So, what are you still doing here?

I thought you'd be working on
your new installation.

Ah, yes. I need to go pick something up.

That is what I wanted
to talk to you about.

I need you to go back to the
studio and wait for a delivery.

Do you still have my keys?

Yep, I do.

Oh, and don't touch anything, or...

Or you'll ruin me. Yes, I... I know.

What are you still doing here?

Oh, I was just waiting for
the delivery team.

But it's after midnight.

Well, they... they haven't come yet.

Oh, God, I must have gotten
the times mixed up.

Um, it's okay, I'll take care of it.

- You can go.
- Okay.

Um...

Are you okay?

Mm-hmm.

You don't look okay.

It's just this whole thing
is stressing me out.

What, the fair?

The fair, the lack of sales.

Ugh. Walter Gregson.

This new installation...

Did you see the new pieces?

No, I-I didn't touch anything.

Come with me.

- Actually?
- Come on.

Okay. Yep.

Well, that is exactly the
reaction I was worried about.

- I didn't say anything.
- You didn't have to.

It's just not...

Like my old stuff?

I know.

Look, I know it's not really my place.

But I think those could be really magical.

That's a...

It's a personal project

I've been working on for quite some time.

Each one is model led after
a Christmas gift

my father gave me when I was a child.

I would take a photo before
opening them

so I could remember
his beautiful wrapping.

He encouraged me to become the
artist I am today.

He is my greatest supporter.

Well, was.

I can't believe I let the fear
of a bad review

make me doubt myself.

I remember something Mr. Reed
said to us,

when we were first starting out,

and 50% of our work
ended up in shatters.

"In order to create great art,"

"you have to risk being breakable."

Well, of course, he's right.

Do you really think this is work
that people would care about?

Bianca, yes.

It's beautiful, it's personal.

I really think people
will resonate with it.

It's the real you.

Your connection to your work, your art.

Plus, I mean,

the color work in this is incredible.

Walter Gregson thinks I hide
behind color.

Well, I think these would be incredible

under the Christmas tree
as an installation.

You know, I bet Walter would
love the story behind them.

The nod to your artistic roots.

Oh. Yes, Bianca Bonhomme speaking.

Yes, I'm waiting for the delivery.

I'm right here.

I'm going to need to call you back.

You're up early.

Yeah, it's Bianca's big day.

Is this the restock for Verre?

It is. So, today's theme
is a Blue Christmas.

Oh, love!

Holly, I really wish you'd reconsider

turning down the feature with
Walter Gregson.

I know, but, look.

The timing is just not right.

It feels like a mistake.

Bianca is my hero. She's about
to make a big comeback.

Collette, we're so close.

We just need Walter Gregson to
give Bianca a good review,

and then I promise, I'll tell
everybody who I am.

Okay?

Listen, I have to run, but
thank you for dropping this off.

As promised, we have another
restock of Verre's

bestselling pieces, and today's
theme is Blue Christmas.

Check them out at
the emerging artists booth.

Blue.

Blue.

Verre is Bianca Bonhomme's assistant.

Ah, Mr. Dubois.

The delivery team is here with
my installation.

- Great.
- What are these?

Well, I thought they would
complement your work.

Well, it was actually Holly's idea.

Who?

- Your assistant.
- Oh.

- She made most of these.
- Oh, really.

Turns out she is actually quite talented.

- Excuse me.
- Yeah, Pop?

Jack, could I speak with you
for a second?

Sure. Be right back.

Wait a minute.

What's up?

Bianca asked me to look into
this Verre artist,

and I was curious myself since
they've sold so much.

But I can't find a record
of them anywhere.

Did you admit someone
without an application?

Uh...

Oh no.

Bianca, I have to...

Is it true?

I'm sorry, what?

- That you're her.
- Who?

Holly, I have to talk to you.

- What, now?
- Yes, right now.

Wow, look at all this.

A true Bianca Bonhomme piece!

I haven't seen this kind of work
out of you in a long time.

And these ornaments, well,
they're not yours, are they?

They look like Verre's work.

- Walter, please.
- Why not?

Does she not know?
Aren't you going to tell her?

Um...

Yeah, uh, look.

Jack, Bianca...

Oh, just spit it out, Holly.

I'm Verre.

So, Bianca, were you in on this with her?

No, she played me for a fool.

Bianca, I can explain everything.

Walter, why don't we do Bianca's
interview?

Holly, you gave Bianca the
interview questions

- and prepped her, right?
- Well, I was...

You had his questions
and you didn't tell me?

- I tried.
- This is so good.

- We're rolling, right?
- Walter, please.

Everything all right over here?

Yes, I think we are about to get
a story that's guaranteed

to go viral. Your fair will be
the talk of the town.

- Well, that's great!
- No, no, no.

- Just wait.
- So, you're Verre.

Well, that's not Verre.
That's Bianca's assistant.

Who is Verre. So, Verre, I have to ask...

- This isn't happening.
- Uh, Bianca, please.

So, what? You just set me up
so that you could sabotage me?

That wasn't my intention at all.

I trusted you.

I opened up to you.

You knew how much this work
meant to me.

I know, and I didn't mean
for any of this to happen.

And you knew you were outselling
me and you said nothing.

- No.
- Oh...

That is why you suggested
I show my old work,

so I'd look silly and outdated.

No, that... that's not what
I was trying to do.

Or maybe you just wanted to
piggyback on my name

so you could show your work
next to mine.

That's not what I wanted, okay? I...

Then why didn't you tell me
you were in the show,

- that you were Verre!
- Because I...

I was afraid of being rejected
again, okay?

I... you know what it's like

to pour your entire heart into something

and just have it ripped apart.

I don't know, it just
felt safer to be Verre.

It felt like I couldn't get hurt
with the criticism.

But I didn't... I didn't expect
it to get so out of hand.

And I didn't mean to upset you.

Upset me?

You're not important enough
to upset me.

You think far too highly of
yourself, my dear.

And don't bother applying to
the artists residency.

I'll do everything in my power
to make sure that

your application is rejected,

every single time.

Ms. Bonhomme.

And you set me up with her
as my assistant!

No, no, no, no. He had nothing
to do with this!

- I swear. He had no idea.
- Oh, isn't that lovely.

Negligent and unprofessional.

What kind of establishment are
you running here, Dubois?

I will never, ever exhibit
my work here again,

and you'd better believe
I'll be sharing this debacle

with every single one of
my contacts in the art world.

- Bianca, please...
- Get out of my way.

Jack, please, wait, I want to explain.

You promised me you weren't
going to cause any problems.

When were you going to tell me?

- I-I was going to.
- When?

I don't... after Bianca did her
feature with Walter Gregson!

I knew I shouldn't have trusted you.

I thought we were a team,
and all you really wanted

was to get into that residency
program, right?

No, no, that's not true.
I was also just, you know,

trying to look our for you and Bianca,

hat's why I didn't tell you!

I think you need to go now.

Well, I think we've got it.

Okay. Let's go.

Oh, no. No! Mr...

Mr. Gregson, wait. Do not air that.

Has Walter aired his Holiday
Highlight yet?

I don't think so.

And nothing about the Seal
of the Season?

I wish he would just get it over with

and put me out of my misery.

Holly, you have no idea what
he's going to say.

But I know whatever it is isn't
going to be good for Bianca.

It's not gonna be good for the fair,

and it's not gonna be good for Jack.

I should have just been honest
with Bianca

and told her I was Verre.

Holly, I think you've
got to talk to Bianca.

I'm sure she'll understand.

She's not even answering my calls.

Okay, well, then you might need
to put in a little bit

of face time.

From the looks of her social media,

seems like she's at her studio.

I don't even think she wants to see me.

Come on. Who doesn't love
a Christmas cookie?

I don't think she eats sugar or carbs,

or solids, for that matter.

Well, it's worth a shot.

You agreed to let
an artist display here

without the proper vetting.

Without the proper paperwork. I...

That is not our protocol and you know it.

- I know, and I am so sorry.
- What were you thinking?

I was just trying to keep Bianca happy

since Walter was only interested
in us because of her.

But you're right.
I should have vetted Holly.

- It was reckless of me.
- It was.

And it could cost us our
reputation, our whole legacy.

- We don't know that.
- Well, you

you think Walter is going to give us

the Seal of the Season?

I thought you were finally ready
to lead the Fern Grove Fair.

I was mistaken.

- We're selling.
- But Pop...

My decision is final.

I'm busy.

I know. I won't take up
too much of your time.

You've got a lot of nerve
showing up here.

Desperate times call for
desperate measures.

I'm working.

I know I should have told you
that I had my own work

on display at the emerging artists booth.

I know, but I...

I didn't expect for it to sell
as well as it did,

and I've never... I've never been
in a position like that before

and I panicked, and I...

I should have told you I was Verre.

Go on.

Bianca, you are the reason

I even got into glass blowing
in the first place.

You've been like my North Star
the majority of my life.

And I know things haven't been
easy for you lately,

and I just... I wanted to do
whatever I could

to help you get back to your roots,

but maybe I shouldn't have.

I mean, you're the artist,
you're Bianca Bonhomme.

I should have stayed in my own lane.

I know you broke one of my vases
and tried to replace it

without me knowing.

Your work is

exquisite.

Probably wouldn't have even noticed

if I hadn't stepped on a piece
of glass this morning.

But you should have told me.

Yeah, I know.

And I'm sorry. I'm sorry for everything.

And I'm upset, obviously,

but I would probably have done
the same thing

if I was in your position.

And you were right.

The work I was showing wasn't me.

It was inauthentic.

I was trying to be relevant

instead of staying true to
my artistic vision.

Your Christmas gift installation is,

so gorgeous.

It deserves its own feature
with Walter Gregson.

Walter is going to tear me apart
on his show.

He's probably reveling in the
fact that he can once again

tear down the great Bianca Bonhomme.

Oh, but that work.

The Christmas gifts is something
I am really proud of.

Should we just tear off
the band-aid, or...?

Why not? I mean, it's going to
ruin both our careers.

We might as well crack open these.

Ah...

Ladies and gentlemen, merry
almost Christmas,

and boy, oh boy, do I have a treat for you.

Now, as many of you know,
the headlining artist

at this year's fair was none
other than Bianca Bonhomme.

But the artist who caught my attention

and the attention of many
patrons was Verre.

And when I tell you this is
a fantastic story,

I'm not joking. You're in for a real treat.

So, stay tuned for more after the break

when I finally expose Verre's
identity once and for all,

with exciting never-before-seen footage.

Ugh. Turn it off.

What are we going to do?

Well, he's going to say
whatever he wants,

and it will eventually blow over,

and we'll just have to weather it.

I mean, that's what artists do.

Right. Or...

We do the exact opposite.

Have you ever been live on
social media before?

Because I know someone
that might be able to help us.

Hmm.

In the morning.

Right now, I think you and I
need to blow some glass.

Are you serious?

Get out that reticello.

Yes.

Okay.

All right, Bianca. You ready?

Yeah.

Oh, you've got to be kidding me.

Hi, Jack!

Holly, we're not doing this.

Check the live stream.

- What?
- Just do it.

Ladies and gentlemen,

welcome back to the Fern Grove Fair.

Now, many of you have been
reaching out,

asking about the whole Bianca
Bonhomme Verre situation,

so I thought it would be best

to hear it right from the horse's mouth.

Thanks, Collette.

I am thrilled to be debuting
my new installation,

"Christmas Gifts,"
at the famed Fern Grove Fair.

You know, I wasn't going to show
these pieces,

but I was inspired to do so
because of my work

with Holly James.
Yes, she is my assistant.

And it turns out, I'm a big fan.

Bianca, I have to ask.

These pieces ae very reminiscent
of your older work, right?

When you first started out.

Why the shift back to your roots?

Well, you can thank Holly for that.

She reminded me of what really matters.

Of who I am, what's important.
My family.

These pieces are inspired by my father,

and his tradition of making
each gift he wrapped

a beautiful work of art.

That's so beautiful.

You know, there was a time when
someone tried to tear me down,

and I lost my confidence, my edge.

But thanks to Verre,
and this wonderful fair,

I have found myself again.
And I think Holly has, too.

What is going on, Holly?

Looks like we're going viral.

In real life, too.

You heard it here first,
ladies and gentlemen.

So we have included the
cameras around the tree

so that people can create
their own holiday memories,

like the ones I had with my father.

And I am encouraging people to
hang them on the tree,

alongside mine.

We love us an interactive installation.

And we're out. That was great, Bianca.

Um, can you give us a second?

So, was I the reason you retired
and stopped using color?

No.

Not just because of you.

I have enough negative voices
in my head

to tell me that my work is bad,

and if you were an artist,
you'd know what that means.

Can you ever forgive me?

I can.

On one condition.

What's that?

You give Fern Grove Fair
your Seal of the Season.

I already have.

Collette, could you turn on your
live stream for a second?

I want to make an announcement.

Well, hey, everyone. It's that time.

Thanks to the vendors and
incredible artists

like Verre and Bianca Bonhomme,
it is my esteemed honor

to give this year's Seal of the
Season to Fern Grove Fair.

A must-see for those near and far.

But that's all the time we have today.

Merry Christmas to all,
and to all, a good night.

Gentlemen, congratulations.

I will have my staff send over
the official plaque

for your Seal of the Season.

Oh!

Thank you, Mr. Gregson.
Thank you so much.

Thank you.

Wow, can you believe it?
We did it, Pops!

No, you did it.

This whole social media thing,
you were right,

it was a good idea. And so was
the emerging artists booth.

- Well...
- Uh, I think I might

have been holding onto the
reigns too tightly,

but since I've decided

not to sell,

I think the fair would be in better hands

with you as our new director.

Pop! Thank you!

You bet! Bring it on in.

- Thank you.
- Wow.

Oh, uh, one moment. Tom Dubois.

You... you want to advertise
with us next year?

Well, yes.

We'd love that!

Holly?

Wait.

I don't usually do this, well, ever, but...

Thank you.

This experience has been, well,

exactly what I needed.

You are exactly what I needed.

I can honestly say the same.

I think you would be a perfect
fit for the artist residency

and I want to personally recommend you.

- On one condition.
- What's that?

You use your real name,
whatever that is.

I can do that.

Oh, and I have this for you.

Seriously?

Well, you're going to need them

if you're going to continue
to be my assistant.

What?

Bianca, I don't know what to...

Well, we have to keep working
on that reticello.

Deal.

Merry Christmas, Holly.

Merry Christmas, Bianca.

Well, I don't know if you heard,

but we got the Seal of the Season.

Yes, I heard. Congratulations.

Thank you.

You know, Jack, look.

I'm sorry I didn't tell
you that I was Verre.

I didn't mean to deceive anyone,

but then when Verre started
having success,

I didn't know to come clean.

And I should have never doubted
your motives.

And I'm glad you fought for your place

at the emerging artists booth.

You deserved it all along.

So...

What do you say, Verre?

Will you help continue to push
our legacy forward

and be our headlining artist next year?

Yeah, I would... I would love that.

But, um, under my own name.

I made a promise to someone.

Oh. I'm in full support of that.

Okay.

Holly.

I think you should kiss me now.

Yeah, I'd love nothing more.

Sorry!

Didn't think the flash
would be that bright.

Okay.

From an analytics perspective,
Christmas?

Best time to hard launch a relationship.

- Just saying.
- Okay. Okay.

So, what do you say, Jack?

Should we have a little life imitating art?

I am all for it.