Our Vivi Magoo Sisterhood tells no tales….

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If you choose to buy something from one or another of the popup shops while with us – shhh…. it’s our little secret. We won’t tell anyone! Better yet – why don’t you bring your own jewelry, artwork, creative supplies, or vintage treasures and join our free pop-up marketplace during STUDIO ELEVEN. Well… we have a little bit of good … Read More

We’ve created this map to help you get your bearings before you arrive.

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We can’t wait to welcome you to STUDIO ELEVEN! All STUDIO ELEVEN classrooms, registration, The Market Place, and StarShine Salon are located in the the same building – the Conference Center/Grand Ballroom – making it easy to move move from place to place throughout the day. The daily lunch buffet will be served at A Pointe in Tyme restaurant – … Read More

One Less Thing to Think About.

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One of the nicest parts of your STUDIO ELEVEN experience is that you never have to leave the resort if you don’t want to. Each afternoon, Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort will prepare a delicious lunch buffet exclusively for our STUDIO ELEVEN guests. It’s the perfect opportunity to take a creative break, visit with new friends, and recharge before heading … Read More

Discover two unforgettable experiences waiting just beyond the classroom.

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The Market Place at STUDIO ELEVENA thoughtfully curated gathering of artists, makers, vintage treasures, jewelry, clothing, books, and beautiful discoveries. The Market Place at STUDIO ELEVEN We are makers. We design jewelry.We paint.We journal.We stitch.We experiment.We gather.We create. The Market Place at STUDIO ELEVEN is where all of those creative worlds come together. Step inside and discover a thoughtfully curated collection of … Read More

What’s for lunch?

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LUNCHTIME We wondered if the DoubleTree could handle 150 hungry mouths in 90 minutes, and they said, “Challenge accepted!” Lunch is served—steps from class! Daily buffet – Grand Ballroom Foyer Quick, easy, delicious! Daily noon until 1:30 pm Pre-pay on our website or from Erin at our retreat _____________________________________________ *PRE-PAY ONLINE SPECIAL *$20 ALL INCLUSIVE * OFFER EXPIRES January 1, … Read More

Are you hungry?

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The Westin La Paloma has several restaurants on their property, sure to please your palette. LUNCHTIME We asked La Paloma if they could provide us with an affordable and speedy way to serve 150 starving students and instructors in 1-1/2 hours, and they said sure thing! La Paloma will have staff serving us as we progress through the line where … Read More