Welcome to STUDIO ELEVEN 2026

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Since 2011, Vivi Magoo has been bringing together artists, makers, and creatives from across the country for immersive, joy-filled retreats rooted in connection, craftsmanship, and community. What began as a jewelry-making retreat has grown into something truly special—a creative family. One that supports one another, learns together, and yes… knows how to have a whole lot of fun along the way. Over … Read More

This is a chance you won’t want to miss—many classes are already sold out, and a few have just a handful of seats left

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THE DESERT 2026 Limited seats alert Hoss Rogers | Reverse Roller Printing | Sunday, February 1, 2026 | 9:00 am until 5:00 pm (one-hour lunch) HELP US WELCOME! Suzanne Williams | Dimensional Layering: pendant, brooch or chain link | Friday, February 6, 2026 | 8:00 am until 5:00 pm (1-hour lunch) LET’S WELCOME! Chapin Dimond | Tube-tastic Hollow Hoop Earrings … Read More

Last chance to claim these seats—don’t wait!

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THE DESERT 2026 Seats are disappearing! As of Jan 6, these classes are almost full—grab yours before they vanish! February 1, 2026 Anne Mitchell | Pop-Top Chain Bracelet Anne Mitchell | Roman Tab Chain Bracelet Chapin Dimond – Tube-tastic Hollow Hoop Earrings – only one seat left! Diane Cook | Scalloped Butterfly Hollow Form Necklace – only one seat left! Hoss Rogers … Read More

Grab these last-minute seats!

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THE DESERT 2025 As of today, January 15th, these are classes with limited seating.  If you see any you want, grab them quickly before they’re gone! February 6, 2025 Alex Boyd and Baleigh Acebo – DEMO: The alchemy of Gold  April Bower – Sticks and Stones  Danny Wade – “World Famous! Stamping Class!” Shannon Bundschuh – Dogwood Earrings Shannon Bundschuh … Read More

Fond memories of The Desert 2022 and looking forward with excitement

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Thank you so much! THE DESERT 2022 We hope you enjoyed yourself in Tucson – growing as an artist – deepening friendships with your art sisters and brothers – and learning a thing or two about yourself along the way. After taking a year off due to Covid, we were anxious to return, but a little hesitant as well. What … Read More

Class Supplies

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I’m coming to Danny’s EPIC ADVENTURES – 2021 and need a supply list that includes to what to bring. Thanks for your help. I’m really excited!  Hi – so good to hear from you! Class supplies lists are located on the website – part of each class description. Scroll down the page to find the supplies lists. Still can’t find … Read More

Class Supplies

Barb Solem2020, Metals Week, supplies lists

I’m coming to Danny’s EPIC ADVENTURES – 2020 and need a supply list that includes to what to bring. Thanks for your help. I’m really excited!  Hi – so good to hear from you! Class supplies lists are located on the website – part of each class description. Scroll down the page to find the supplies lists. Still can’t find … Read More

Class Supplies

Barb Solem2020, Metals Week, supplies lists

I’m coming to Metals Week and need a supply list that includes to what to bring. Thanks for your help. I’m really excited!  Hi – so good to hear from you! Class supplies lists are located on the website – part of each class description. Click on the class for which you are registered, and scroll down to find the … Read More

Fond memories of The Desert 2020 and looking forward with excitement

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Thank you so much! THE DESERT 2020 We hope you enjoyed yourself in Tucson – growing as an artist – deepening friendships with your art sisters and brothers – and learning a thing or two about yourself along the way. This was our largest and best retreat to date – four hundred students, twenty-two instructors, eleven classrooms and six days … Read More

Daily Schedule of Events

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DAILY EVENT SCHEDULE We have created a schedule of events for Rebel Heartistry which includes class session times, meal breaks, etc. Check in at Round Top Inn is on Monday, April 29th after 4:00 pm. Check out is on Friday, 3rd after breakfast and by 11:00 am. DAILY DURING OUR RETREAT Breakfast 8:30 am Breakfast Room at Round Top Inn … Read More