#Q – I’m coming to The Desert and need a supply list that includes to what to bring. Thanks for your help. I’m really excited! #A – Hi there – so great to hear from you! You can find class supply lists on our website as part of each class description. Just click on the class you’re registered for and … 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
Welcome to THE DESERT 2026
The excitement is building for our retreat next month! We’re hard at work on the final details to ensure it’s a wonderful experience for you. We’ll be emailing you – sometimes daily – over the next several weeks with updates and information that we hope will be beneficial. Our experience is that students become a bit anxious about what to … 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
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
Not sure where to find a list of supplies you need to bring to class?
#Q – I’m coming to The Desert and need a supply list that includes to what to bring. Thanks for your help. I’m really excited! #A – Hi – so good to hear from you! Class supplies lists are located on our website – part of each class description. Click on the class for which you are registered, and scroll … Read More
Welcome to The Desert 2025
We are getting really excited about our upcoming retreat next month! We’re working diligently to put the finishing touches on everything to make it perfect for you. We’ll be emailing you – sometimes daily – over the next several weeks with updates and information that we hope will be beneficial. Our experience is that students become a bit anxious about … Read More
Not sure where to find a list of supplies you need to bring to class?
#Q – I’m coming to The Desert and need a supply list that includes to what to bring. Thanks for your help. I’m really excited! #A – Hi – so good to hear from you! Class supplies lists are located on our website – part of each class description. Click on the class for which you are registered, and scroll … 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