Wine Line Wednesday

These awesome newbies are a part of my "Wine Line" and I just love them!
Upcycled wine corks individually ink printed with a one of a kind design and recycled to be worn forever
(Custom rings can be made with special corks) 
These cuties will be listed in the shop shortly...many designs to choose from...can't wait to share!

Modern Art Collection

Now Featured at...

                                 

I am happy to announce that Asil Designs is now available at  Rouge Beauty Lounge

102-1070 Lakeshore Drive, Penticton B.C.

Stop by and check out all the new designs by Asil and great services Rouge has to offer!

To all the men out there who are looking for the perfect gift for the perfect lady.  Why not try a Rouge gift certificate for a wonderful spa day accompanied by a beautiful piece of Asil Designs unique and creative one of a kind jewelry...your sure to knock her socks off...and possibly a little more :0)

Tasteful Tuesday

...and what a "Tasteful Tuesday" it is!

I wanted to share with you one of my favorite metal smith artists out there
Bella Bijou is a fellow local Canadian artist based in Vancouver B.C.

Here are just a few of her remarkable designs...her work never ceases to amaze me!
Each piece tells a story and comes right from her heart!

Visit her blog and read more about Jaime and the great Valentines Special she is now offering

I admire her work dearly and am quite addicted as I'm sure you will be too!
So be sure to head over there and take a peek!

I've always wanted to learn metalsmithing and continue to look into different classes...
someday soon I hope!
(so Jaime if your reading...hint hint...thought about teaching anyone before?)

Up-coming Shows & Events

Well November is just around the corner, and things are starting to get really busy for me around the studio! I have 3 shows in November and 1 in the beginning of December.

I'm looking forward to them all!!! Should be a good month.
If you live in the Okanagan area, or plan to be visiting around this time and are interested in any of these events scroll down for show schedules.

2009 Santa Presents Christmas Show
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Sat, Nov 7th *10am-5pm
Sun, Nov 8th *10am-4pm
Penticton Trade and Convention Centre - 273 Power St. Penticton B.C.

2009 Holiday Festival of Creations
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Sat, Nov 14th *11am-6pm
Sun, Nov 15th * 10am-4pm
Prospera Place - 1223 Water St. Kelowna B.C.

Thirteen's Own Christmas Show
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Fri, Nov 20th * 5pm-8pm
Sat Nov 21st * 9am-5pm
Thirteen's Own Art Studio - 1660 Naramata Rd. Penticton B.C.

Naramata Heritage Inn & Spa Christmas Show
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Sun Dec 6th * 11am-4pm
Naramata Heritage Inn & Spa - 3625 1st St. Naramata B.C.

New Jewels plus FREE SHIPPING

New pieces added to the shop today and FREE SHIPPING on all featured items !!!

Featured items with FREE SHIPPING will change throughout the day, so be sure to check back often

SALE SALE SALE

Time to make some room for the new guys!!!

Check out my YARDSALE section in my shop this week-end for great deals on great jewels.
I have many new pieces to list next week so I thought this would be a great time to move some older pieces and make some room for the "new guys"...and what better way to do this than a YARDSALE
Enjoy peeps and have a great week-end!

A Mouse In The House

Yup...Lastnight my VERY manly (sorry for the sarcasim hunny) H.T.B shreeeeeked while in my studio assembling an air conditioner...I thought maybe he was a little frustrated cause there were no instructions, until I heard him say ......LISA....come quick!!!

Still having no idea what was going on....I was walking down the hall, as I heard him shreek "ahhhhhh" again and that's when I saw it...a tiny flash of a grey run from one room to the next.
YUP we have a mouse in the house
I've never had mice before, and I always made fun of the girls who scream in utter fear when they see one.....but I have to admit....that was me....standing on the couch terrified!!!
Adam tried for hours to catch the little bugger, but I wasn't going anywhere near it, no way!!!
Very cute, but really don't want one as a pet!
So now we have to catch him...I really don't want to kill him, but I've heard if you just release it, he will return in no time.
I think I'll leave it for "hubby-to-be" to deal with....I just hope I don't see the little guy around while I work!!!

Worth a Peek!!!

Just wanted to let you know that a pair of my earrings are now being featured in the Daily Ditties section of Wickedly Chic, http://www.wickedlychic.com. This will be permanently archived on the site after the week is over.

Be sure to check out the WC website...they are a stylish online weekly magazine (with daily updates..in the Ditties, of course) and totally worth a peek!!! They are devoted to featuring independent businesses. If you sign up for their giveaway newsletter (Giveaway tab on the top of the site), you will receive weekly information about fabulous contests sponsored by independent businesses. See what their readers & advertisers have to say in the new Wicked Praise column.

Thank you so much Wickedly Chic....I love your site!!!!
(don't forget 15% Off all Asil Designs orders all week!!!)

FREE SHIPPING FRIDAYS

FREE SHIPPING on all "featured" items in the shop today only!!!
(Don't miss out)

Thursdays Thoughts - A Little Late, I know

Today's post is a little late because I had to get up real early and help H.T.B bottle some wine at the winery...and now my hands are purple!

I returned home to a wonderful surprise in my mail box.

I'm so excited...I ordered these beautiful earrings from "Bella-Bijou" a very short while ago, and already received them...they are even prettier in person..I LOVE LOVE LOVE them!
And the packaging is so beautiful, If you get the chance be sure to check out her wonderful shop
Thank-You so much Jaime

Peek-a-Boo Monday

TODAY
A sneak peek at my new "Dark Moon" earrings to be added to the shop later this afternoon!
With faceted smokey glass beads and charcoal moon stone, these earrings are a beautiful addition to my collection. They will sell for $20.00 and will be the only pair made, truly
"one of a kind" (If your interested in these earrings before they are posted please contact me via Asil_Designs@shaw.ca)

SATURDAY MORNING
Above is a photo of our local market, held in the main street of downtown Penticton where they shut down 2 blocks every Saturday morning. H.T.B and I like to buy our fruits and veggies from the local farmers there and try to make it every week-end! They also have a wide array of wonderful artisans and local musicians, it's a great way to start the week-end each and every Saturday morning!

SATURDAY EVENING
H.T.B and I had "date night" on Saturday evening, (I just love these nights!) We went to see the movie "The hangover" (absolutely over the top hilarious by the way!) After the show we caught a bite to eat at a little cocktail bar on the beach above is a really neat photo of the view out the open window.

SUNDAY AFTERNOON
With not much to do Sunday afternoon, we decided to go for a drive and explore some more of the Okanagan we have not yet experienced...as we were discovering new areas and more homes for sale, we stumbled upon this little oasis called "The Frog City Cafe" in the heart of Linden Gardens, Frog City Cafe offers an eclectic atmosphere and a super fresh menu selection. Linden Gardens is home to 9 acres of lush perennial gardens, pathways and ponds. So we stayed for lunch.

And what a lovely lunch it was!!!