Guest Blogger….Chantal Johnson
New blog post about my wonderful day at Art on the Prairie in November. What an Incredible time- Already making plans to be there next November. read more here
News from 2015
Can I ship my supplies to Art Retreat on the Prairie?
Absolutely! Here’s what we do, and we haven’t ever had a problem with anything getting confiscated by TSA. We put the supplies for each class in a separate Ziploc bag along with the class description for that class so that if TSA does check, they can see what the various items are going to be used for. The only thing we would not pack is anything flammable (butane, etc). Do … Read More
“No decision should be made on an empty shopping bag.” ― Donita K. Paul, One Realm Beyond
Question – ” is there a list of local shops you can recommend?” Answer – Sure thing! in Round Top – Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic Couture Round Top Vintage Market Spellbound Junk Gypsies MimiBella Townsend Provisions Round Top Chamber of Commerce listings for shops in Brenham – Alamo Street is Breham’s historic downtown shopping district Fancy That! Tres Chic Boutique Today & … Read More
I Know Exactly Where Yonder Is!
Question – I’m signed up for three classes in the next few weeks. My husband and I will be in our RV. do you know what the closest RV park is? Thx!! –Terrie Reply – Hi Terrie! Here’s what I found for RV parks – I hope this helps you! Orchard Tree RV Park Dippel’s RV Park Dixieland RV Park … Read More
Planning to register for classes at The Prairie?
Registration for The Prairie If you registering for classes at The Prairie for the first time this session, please make sure to follow this link and add it to your cart before you checkout. If you are already registered and simply adding meals or additional classes, you can omit the link and proceed right to checkout. Link: Add the Registration Fee … Read More
Roommates Needed….
Is anyone looking for a roommate for The Prairie this coming fall? We have several students who are interested in sharing a room at one or another of the area inns/B-&-B’s. You can leave a comment here, and then check back frequently to see if anyone responds. We’ll have our discussion board up soon which will be another way to … Read More
Where to Stay
Are you looking for where to stay while at our retreat? The Prairie is intimate, charming and inspirational but doesn’t have many rooms or beds for folks to stay in. Because of this, we have a recommended list of nearby B-&-B’s and inns for you to choose from. All are within a five-or-so mile radius of The Prairie, and each … Read More
About Round Top, Texas
Chartered in 1870, Round Top is located on Cummins Creek in northern Fayette County. The town is said to have received its name from “the house with the round top”, an early stagecoach mileage designation that, at the time, was located about a mile northeast of the town’s present site. The first settlers were prosperous Anglo-American plantation owners who came … Read More
Where can I buy my supplies?
Question Where can I buy supplies? Answer Thanks for reaching out to us with your question. Many of the instructors don’t require students to bring anything. Most of them who include Student Supplies lists will give internet links or suggested stores where you can purchase the items. All instructors list their contact information, so if you have individual or specific … Read More
Retreat Format
Our retreat format is quite simple. Each one of our retreats typically runs for about one week, give or take a few days. Students have the ability to pick and choose their entire class schedule a-la-carte style. We love how this allows students to create a truly customized experience. All registration happens on our online registration site. Each class has a class fee … Read More
About Us
Vivi Magoo is a family run business. We are a close-knit family who enjoy each other’s company and love spending time with our Vivi Magoo friends, sharing creativity and being inspired. In our fourth year of business, we continue to have fun planning and hosting our events each year! Barb is the visionary – always looking for new venues, artist-instructors to teach and … Read More
When are the retreats held?
Our Prairie (Texas) retreat is held in November of each year and our Desert (Arizona) retreat is held in February to coincide with the Tucson Bead and Gem Show. Visit our Vivi Magoo home page for current dates and information. We are pleased to announce that beginning in 2016, we will be returning to the beaches of southern California to host Art … Read More
Restaurants in the Round Top Area
Delicious sums up these restaurants in the Round Top area. We hope you have a chance to visit them all! Royer’s Pie Haven Royer’s Round Top Cafe Los Patrones Mexican Grill The Stone Cellar JW’s Steakhouse Prost! Wine Shop
Welcome Coco Bush!
We are excited to welcome Coco Bush to our Prairie 2015 lineup with her classes Reminiscence Necklace – 11/10/15 and Unhinged – 11/11/15. Check out all of our NEW Prairie venue details on how to get there, where to stay, and what to do and our NEW Discussion Board. We hope you’ll join us November 3-11, 2015 in Round Top, Texas
Navigating Life When Things Get Hard
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Easter Week
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My Life, My Job, and My Career
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