L
ynn
Buehler Member of the Michigan Guild of
Artists and Artisans
Since 1971, both as a student
and after graduating from the University of Wisconsin I have been designing and
producing jewelry. Beginning with 14K yellow and white gold or sterling silver sheet,
wire, findings, and gemstones we use the hand-wrought
metalworking techniques of fabrication. Production includes dapping, repousee,
soldering, fusion, stone setting and limited casting. My husband and I use
cutters, oxy-acetylene torches, forming hammers, anvils, grinders, flex shaft
tools, polishing buffers, finishing tumblers as well as other specially designed
tools that Carl has built to help construct our works. Our designs are tempered by
consideration for our customer’s preferences for wearable jewelry in an
assortment of gemstone colors that satisfy their appetite for diversity,
quality, and affordability. I also am involved in the ballet, both as a dancer
and serving as a trustee for the
Ft. Lauderdale Ballet.
Carl Buehler
Since 1958, beginning at the
age of ten on the road to becoming a craftsman, my Dad and Grandpa started me
out helping them on the job sites of the family carpentry construction company.
Dad got me busy with building homes and apartments, and in a woodworking shop. In
1982 I met my wife Lynn while making some display cases for her jewelry. It was
not difficult to transition from woodworking techniques to metalworking. The
same patience and desire for carefully cutting, forming, and finishing a piece
to perfection applies to the work, regardless of the medium. My Dad taught me
those values, as well as making the most efficient use of precious materials and
time through developing jigs, patterns, and special tools to get the job done
right, and at a competitive price. I learned the fine points of metalworking
from my wife, fellow jewelers, and in jewelry workshops. As an honors graduate from
Milwaukee's Marquette University, I am a Member of the Florida Society of
Goldsmiths, a senior writer for Sunshine Artist magazine, have served on the
board of directors of the Michigan Guild of Artists and Artisans, and with my
Mom's good natured and generous encouragement have worked in support of the
University Community Action Program, United Migrant Opportunity Service, and the
American Near East Refugee Aid program.
Justin Buehler, Since 1998 has
been helping out in the shop and at shows. Justin is also working in ceramics
and clay, attending college and an avid fisherman.
Andrea Buehler, Since 1999 has
been helping out in the shop and at shows. Andrea is also studying photography,
attending high school, and enjoys writing.
Contact Information
Toll free
1-800-330-0094
Lynn
and Carl Buehler
PO Box 17406 Plantation FL 33318-7406 gems@jewelgallery.net
