Round Top weather in April ranges from daily highs of 80-85 degrees to overnight lows of 60-65 degrees. It tends to be one of their rainier months, so maybe toss an umbrella in your suitcase for those occasional rainy days. The weather is pretty crazy in that part of Texas, so we prepare for a variety of weather whenever we travel there. … Read More
Directions to Round Top Inn
Here’s the address for Round Top Inn. You can search for it through your maps app on your phone for directions from your specific location or follow these general directions to the town of Round Top. Round Top Inn 407 S. WHITE ST. Round Top, Texas 78954 FROM AUSTIN, TX via 71: Take 71 to La Grange. Exit at highway 159. Go … Read More
Spring has sprung and so has Vivi Magoo! A spring sale that is!
Happy Spring from Vivi Magoo! We’ve been busy in Vivi Magooland – spending our free time revamping the website (we can’t wait to share it with you soon!), and in the midst of this busyness – running a spring sale on “From Mild to Wild” featuring Robert Lopez in Coronado this coming June. If you’re interested in joining us this … Read More
Class Supplies
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! 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
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. IF THERE IS SOMETHING YOU WILL NEED FOR CLASS – A NEW TOOL, SOME SHEET METAL, WIRE, SOLDER, ETC. Mario and his crew at SJ Jewelry Supply in Phoenix … Read More
How do I get to The Prairie?
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
TSA makes me nervous
Are You Worried About TSA or the hassle of checking your tools on the plane? TSA is usually pretty good about letting all of your items pass through their inspection if you have them packed in your checked luggage. If you’re worried about checking your beloved tools and torches on the airplane, maybe we can ease your mind a bit. … Read More
Let’s Shed Some Light on the Subject
Our venue is beautiful but not always light enough to see the fine details of our projects. Please remember to bring your own task lighting and an extension cord. Or, better yet, bring a battery-operated task light. No cords to trip over! Here are some suggestions if you are planning to go out and buy something new. These are all … Read More
Round Top weather
Hi Dreamers and Doers! We’re less than two weeks away, and we’re so excited to be able to share this awesome event with you! We know you will have so much fun! The average Round Top temperature in October is 83-degrees with an average overnight low of 60-degrees. It tends to be one of their rainier months, so maybe toss an umbrella … Read More
What’s there to do in and around Round Top?
Tidbits about Round Top and The Prairie If you’re coming early or staying after our retreat ends, 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. Want to know more about Round Top? Click <here>. Things to do … Read More