The interior of Maddie's parents' home is the same one used in Trading Christmas.
Some of the artwork for the movie is credited to James Picard. In 2019, a debate began regarding whether or not James Picard was a fraud.
Some of the townspeople participating in the Christmas celebrating are dressed as Elf (2003) (Will Ferrell) character.
The paintings done for the main character who is an amateur artist were done by world renowned L.A. artist James Picard.
Aired as the first of twenty-one original films in The Hallmark Channel's 2017 "Countdown to Christmas" lineup.