ASL Pewter

About

Together, Thomas and Patricia Hooper own and
operate ASL Pewter Foundry tom using lathe

Tom using the lathe to form pewter, in our workshop.

ASL Foundry was established in 1995, and has since expanded to include the making of pewter tableware, household and personal items with original designs inspired by tradition, mythology and folklore. Tom and Pat share a fascination with European and American history which translates to their work.

We make our own molds, and use them for casting pieces unique to ASL Foundry. We also have acquired and utilize a collection of historic and antique bronze, aluminum and steel molds.

Tom using the lathe to form pewter, in our workshop.

Using traditional lathe work, we create our own plates and goblets. That process includes cutting our own wooden forms to each desired shape, the result is an inclusive line of wholly innovative and exceptional pewterware that is functional as well as decorative.

All of our pewter is 100% lead free, so it can be used with confidence!

Current Memberships and Offices:
Juried Artist Members, Missouri Artisans Association/The Best of Missouri Hands
Founders, charter members and officers of Traditional Handcrafters of America
Past members of the Great River Road Guild of Professional Artisans and the Provenance Project

Thomas:
Past President of MAA/BOMH

Patricia:
Past Treasurer of MAA/BOMH
past Treasurer of GRRGPA
Past President, Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce

Awards & Honors
2010–2008	Best of Metal Award Cedarhurst Craft Fair Mt Vernon, IL
2008	Directory of Traditional American Crafters Early American Life Magazine Patricia Hooper for Wrigglework engraving on pewter. Thomas and Patricia Hooper for ASL Pewter.
2008	Best in Show, Christmas in July Sedelia, MO
2007	We at ASL Pewter are honored to have been selected as the pewterers for a miniseries on the life of Founding Father John Adams. The 7 part miniseries, based on David McCullough's biography, will air on HBO beginning in March of 2008. The project is co-produced by HBO, Tom Hanks' production company Playtone, and Braintree Productions and stars Paul Giamatti as John and Laura Linney as Abigail. We have provided over 500 pieces of pewter to be used in scenes ranging from the Adams' home in Braintree, MA to the White House dining room, to taverns and the Continental Congress. Members of the art department, props department and set decoration department have asked for our guidance for the appropriate pieces for individual scenes. Braintree Productions has recommended that ASL Pewter be listed in the movie credits.
2007	Runner-Up, Best Booth in Marketplace Rand McNally Midwest Getaway Guide listed as one of the selected destinations for Missouri
2006	Runner-Up, Best Booth in Marketplace Amish Acres Arts and Crafts Festival, Nappannee, IN
2006	First Place, Excellence in Sculpture Greater St. Louis Art Association
2002–2008	Directory of Traditional American Crafters Early American Life Magazine
2004	Third Place, Jewelry (fine metal) Amish Acres, Nappanee, IN
2004	Award of Excellence Greater St. Louis Art Association Spring Show
2002–2003	Created original ornament for the Christmas tree at the Missouri Governor's Mansion
2003	Award of Excellence Christmas in July Art Show, Sedalia, MO
2003	Award of Recognition Greater St. Louis Art Association Spring Show
2002	Created an original ornament for the White House Christmas tree
2002	Best Historical Demonstration Kansas City Renaissance Festival
2001	President's Choice Purchase Award Hannibal Fall Folk Life Festival, Hannibal, MO
2000	Best in Show Hannibal Folk Life Festival
2000	Best Artisan Kansas City Renaissance Festival
2000	First Place, Sculpture Third Place, Traditional Craft Amish Acres, Nappanee, IN
2000	Best Customer Relations and Service Bristol Renaissance Faire, Kenosha, WI