Calling All Instructors & Students! We’d love for you to join in the fun THE MARKETPLACE by Vivi Magoo at THE DESERT 2026 There’s no fee to participate, whether you want to sell for one day, two days, or even all five days. Showcase your amazing creations, cabs, gemstones, or tools Connect with fellow artists Be part of the fun … Read More
Pre-Order your supplies
A lot of our students have told us they’d love an easy way to gather necessary tools and supplies for class, so we came up with something we think will make it simple for you. TOOLS SHEET METAL WIRE SOLDER CABOCHONS Mario and his crew from SJ Jewelry Supply in Phoenix will be joining us with an onsite shop at … Read More
One final email until we’re all together in Tucson….
We’re getting really excited about our upcoming retreat next week! We’re working diligently to put the finishing touches on everything to make it perfect for you. We have created ways to connect you with us and you with each other before, during, and after our retreat. We’ve created a private FB page just for you, your instructors – and us. … Read More
The Marketplace POP-UPS!
THE MARKETPLACE POP-UPS February 6th thru February 8th noon until 7 pm La Paloma Resort and Spa Terrace Level Demos Shopping Want to be a vendor? Contact Barb, and she will reserve a table for you! SCHEDULE OF SPECIAL EVENTS THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6th CHRIS ANDERSON Lion Punch Forge Thank you Lion Punch Forge for sponsoring our lanyards! Thursday, February 6th … Read More
The Marketplace by Vivi Magoo
WE’RE ADDING ANOTHER FUN EVENT TO OUR 2025 RETREAT! We’re pleased to announce THE MARKETPLACE February 6th thru February 8th noon until 7 pm La Paloma Resort and Spa Terrace Level OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FREE EVENT WHEN THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6th thru SATURDAY, FEBRUARY, FEBRUARY 8th NOON UNTIL 7pm DAILY WHO Vivi Magoo instructors Vivi Magoo students Juried vendors WHERE … Read More
The Marketplace 2025 by Vivi Magoo
WE’RE ADDING ANOTHER FUN EVENT TO OUR 2025 RETREAT! We’re pleased to announce THE MARKETPLACE February 6th thru February 8th noon until 7 pm La Paloma Resort and Spa Terrace Level OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FREE if you’re a student or instructor at our retreat NO FEE TO BECOME A VENDOR! We want to showcase our awesome students and … Read More
Pack your portable light for class
Remember to bring your portable lighting! Our venue is lovely—but it could use a little help showing off the tiny details of your projects! Bring a task light – go cordless with a rechargeable USB or battery-powered light. 💡 Bright workspace, happy fingers! 💡 Here are some ideas for task lighting 25% off every regular price purchase with code JAN25OFF … Read More
A quick guide to shopping the gem shows
Wondering where to shop in Tucson? Wondering where all the gemstones are? Wondering how best to navigate Tucson gem shows? We have the answers and we’re here to help! __________________________________ If you want a concise online guide for many of the shows in Tucson, this is the one we recommend. Tucson Gem Shows __________________________________ REMEMBER THERE ARE RETAIL AND WHOLESALE … Read More
A quick guide to shopping the gem shows
Wondering where to shop in Tucson? Wondering where all the gemstones are? Wondering how best to navigate Tucson gem shows? We have the answers and we’re here to help! If you want a concise online guide for many of the shows in Tucson, this is the one we recommend. <click here: Tucson Gem Shows> REMEMBER THERE ARE RETAIL AND WHOLESALE … Read More
Pre-Order your supplies
Many of our students have asked us to help streamline the process of gathering supplies for classes, and we have come up with a way we think will work for you. TOOLS SHEET METAL WIRE SOLDER CABOCHONS Mario and his crew at SJ Jewelry Supply in Phoenix will have an onsite shop at THE DESERT 2025 in Tucson for the … Read More