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Q) If I happen to have a free day and want to go shopping on my own, is there a shuttle from the hotel directly to any of the gem shows? I have been searching online and don’t see anything. Any info would be appreciated! Thanks so much! A) The hotel is working on getting us a stop on the free shuttles … Read More
Email questions or comments regarding changes or cancellations to erin@vivimagoo.com. Deadline to change or cancel classes is March 24, 2017. Cancellations prior to March 24, 2017 will incur a $150 processing fee. Cancellations received on or after March 24, 2017 are non-refundable. In the very rare event of an emergency or unavoidable natural disaster or act of God, a class may be cancelled. … Read More
Hi Prairie Pearls! You can view the daily schedules for our Prairie retreat here. Just click on each day, and you will be taken to the schedule for that day. Print them out, and bring them with you. We will have copies posted each day at Henkel Hall where classes are held for you to reference if need be. The schedules … Read More
Want to know more about Round Top? Click <here>. Things to do in the Round Top area – Click <here>. Restaurants in the area – Click <here> Round Top and the surrounding areas offer so many things to do for the newcomer. You’ll quickly become a fan of the area and want to return time and time again. We hope … Read More
Remember to bring your portable lighting! Our venue is beautiful but not always light enough to see the fine details of our projects. Please remember to bring task lighting and an extension cord. Or, better yet, bring a rechargeable USB or battery-operated light. No cords to trip over! Here are some ideas for task lighting
We live in Scottsdale, Arizona and when we travel to Round Top, we always fly into Austin. We fly Southwest Airlines which has several non-stop flights each day into the Austin-Bergstrom International airport. The airport is on the east side of the city – the direction of Round Top – so it’s really easy to leave the airport, head right … Read More
Do you create things that you would like to share with others? Do you have extra stash? Bring it with you to the retreat where you can sell or share with each other! It will be loads of fun! Shoppe open all week It’s free for students and instructors to participate We’ll provide the tables, and each of us are … Read More
Question – The Prairie is getting near! I have a couple of quick questions ~ It’s been unseasonably hot here lately so it has me wondering about The Prairie and clothing. Are the classrooms air conditioned there? I know where we are staying is but thinking about layers and how to stay comfy during the day. Answer – We’re less … Read More
2016 Art Retreat On The Prairie Charm Swap Liz Bell bunkhousedesigns@aol.com Hello fellow Artists! I am hosting the Art Retreat on the Prairie Charm Swap this November. Both students and instructors are invited to join in the swap. You don’t want to miss out on a chance to receive a beautiful handmade treasure from a fellow Artist. Charm Swap … Read More
If you’ve ever been to Round Top, you know that restaurants are few and far between, and most of them are only open on weekends. Because of that (and because we love you!), we always plan for catered meals throughout our retreats. Ask any Prairie Pearl (as our Prairie students are affectionately called) – they will tell you that the meals are delicious … Read More
“Wherever we travel, the wonderful people we meet become our family.” ― Lailah Gifty Akita Round Top is a quaint and charming community set in the middle of Texas longhorn country. We return here year-after-year because it provides the calm, quiet inspiration where we all need to escape once in a while. One of the best parts of hosting our … Read More
Vivi Magoo students enjoy gatherings and visit the best restaurants in Round Top, enjoying BBQ, pie, and occasionally a glass of wine while attending Art Retreat on the Prairie. In addition to our wonderful classes, we offer our students the opportunity to attend cocktail hours, meals, and socials. Some events are hosted by us, such as the gathering that kicks off … Read More
Art Retreat in the Desert classes/instructors announced AND Registration is now OPEN! Class Catalogue/Registration
Vivi Magoo has enjoyed many successes over the past five years, and we feel blessed to be able to do what we do with and for our wonderful family of students and instructors. We felt the calling this year to undertake a philanthropic project, giving back something to the Tucson community in which we serve and to those who may be … Read More
Vivi Magoo hosts a series of art retreats across our beautiful country, selecting awe-inspiring locations in which to host them. Our vision is to provide little bits of heaven where creative souls can meet, be inspired by each other, be taught to create unique art by renowned instructors, and return home energized and touched in some way by the experience. We hope … Read More
Prima Marketing is an established leader in the scrapbooking and crafting industries. They have awesome lines of art supplies including paints, stamps, tags, trims, embellishments, resin blanks and so much more. Their design team provides excellent inspiration, and their free online tutorials are very helpful! If you get a chance, go check out their website. We are fortunate to enjoy a wonderful partnership … Read More
Vivi Magoo Contact Information Would you like to reach us? Registration Questions Contact Erin – Erin@ViviMagoo.com All Other Questions Contact Barb – Barb@ViviMagoo.com
Do you know Ann Hammes? Many of you do! And, those of you who don’t will have a chance to meet her during our retreat; she’s a friend to students and shoppers alike. Ann has a beautiful store, Femmage, located in the Historic Arsenal in Benicia, California, where she showcases original works from local artists, vintage furniture and gifts. Femmage … Read More
Question: Hello, I stumbled upon your website through Kim St Jean and was wondering if your classes are geared toward the beginner or the more advanced student. Reply: Thanks for reaching out to us at Vivi Magoo! We appreciate your interest and hope that you will consider joining us at one or another of our retreats. Kim has been one of … Read More
Southern California is a fun place to visit with loads of fun things to do, sights to see and places to eat. If you are visiting here during our retreat and would like some suggestions about how to spend your free time before and after your classes, here are a few of our suggestions. Horn blower Cruises – Hornblower offers a unique … Read More
Hi Vivi Magooers! You can view the daily schedules for our Beach retreat here. Just click on each day, and you will be taken to the schedule for that day. Print them out, and bring them with you. We will have copies posted each day in the Vivi Magoo Registration/Lounge if you forget. The schedules include dinner outings we have … Read More
It should be delightful weather for us! The average daytime temperature in Irvine, California during the dates of our retreat is pretty stable at 78 to 80-degrees. Overnight low is 56 to 58-degrees. June is a very dry month in Southern California with only 0.1-inch of precipitation on average. Lightweight clothing during the day when out-of-doors; a light wrap or … Read More
from LA from San Diego from San Francisco from Phoenix from Tucson Helpful hints from the Hilton Hotel staff
If you are flying, John Wayne Airport is directly across the street from the Hilton Hotel. How handy is that! When you arrive at the airport, and after you pick up your luggage, proceed to the Ground Transportation exits (5 & 6) and cross over to the Courtesy Van pick up area. The Hilton shuttle picks up here at 15-minutes … Read More
Are you looking to share a room at the hotel? We have several students who are interested in sharing rooms. Email me, and I’ll see what I can do to connect you with a roommate. Barb Barb@ViviMagoo.com
Restaurants in Irvine offer casual diners and foodies alike the qualities that are quickly making Orange County a standout on the Southern California dining scene: fresh ingredients, diversity and leadership in “green dining.” Here are some restaurants nearby the Hilton Hotel-Irvine/Orange County/Airport that we have found to be quite good. LUNCH: *ZuZu and CoCo *Poke Dot Love *Croutons *Mick’s Karma … Read More
QUESTION I’m looking for suggestions on shipping my tools and supplies to the hotel? What carrier have you used? Send “in care of anyone”? Any tips would be appreciated! REPLY We’ve arranged with the hotel to accept boxes on behalf of our students and instructors who are Hilton registered guests. Just try to coordinate timing so your boxes arrive just a day … Read More
Question: Hello, I stumbled upon your website through one of your instructors and was wondering if your classes are geared toward the beginner or the more advanced student. Reply: Thanks for reaching out to us at Vivi Magoo! We appreciate your interest and hope that you will consider joining us at one or another of our retreats. You asked about the … Read More
Hello, I stumbled upon your website through Kim St Jean and was wondering if your classes are geared toward the beginner or the more advanced student. Reply: Thanks for reaching out to us at Vivi Magoo! We appreciate your interest and hope that you will consider joining us at one or another of our retreats. You asked about the level … Read More