Dat Le
Senior Jeweler
Gold and Platinumsmith
Gem Setter, Specialty in Hand Fabrication
For me, crafting fine jewelry is more than just a career - it’s a legacy. I grew up watching my uncle set gemstones and add the final polished touches to rings with painstaking care and intricacy. From a young age, I knew I wanted to follow in his footsteps and be part of a craft that only a select few truly master.
I’ve been with Green Lake Jewelry Works for over a decade now, and I’m proud to be one of the artisans trusted to hand-fabricate some of our most complex and challenging designs. This kind of work is what I find most rewarding - sometimes frustrating, always demanding, but endlessly satisfying. I wouldn’t have it any other way.
After completing my formal studies in San Jose, I spent several years working in a friend’s storefront, focusing primarily on repair and restoration. Eventually, I moved to Washington and began creating original pieces in Bellevue, which led me to Green Lake. Every piece I make is built on a foundation of tradition, technique, and a genuine love for the craft.