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Paige Handmade

About Paige

Hi! I’m Paige, an elf who has achieved Master Tinker status. Give me a tool and I’ll make something! I am married to the coolest nerd and Mama to two girly girls.

My mission is to take the overwhelm out of projects, so you can go get creative and make something you love!

*spoiler alert* I’m not a real elf, but I would fit in at The North Pole. I am a maker. Making things isn’t just something I do; it is a part of who I am.

For as long as I can remember I have been making things. I commandeered my mom’s little pink plastic sewing box as a child. I remember cutting out a heart from some gray jersey and making a little ornament for my mom with the ever classic “MOM” on it. My mom gifted me with my first sewing machine when I turned 13. The first thing I made was a snowball blanket. I kept with tradition and gifted my daughter similar supplies when she turned 7.

From then on, I was always making something. I attempted my first quilt when I was 16 with little clue as to what I was doing. I learned to crochet as a teenager from my mom, who learned to crochet from her grandmother. I taught myself to knit in my early 20’s. I’ve embroidered, refinished and upholstered furniture, painted a doll house, and more. I’ll always be working on something. Here are a few of my favorite things I have made.

10 random things about me:

  1. Christmas is my season.
  2. I think puzzles and board games are so much fun.
  3. I cry more from happiness than sadness.
  4. The funny movies/shows I often quote are: The Office, Baby Mama, Talladega Nights, & Mean Girls.
  5. I wear my pearl earrings all day, every day.
  6. My associate degree is in Natural Sciences. Biology is fascinating to me.
  7. Proverbs 31: The Wife of Noble Character is a very personal scripture to me.
  8. There are many books in every room of my house. I really enjoy reading.
  9. I like to dance. Not in a formal or trained way; simply happy movement.
  10. I love my family so very much. Gratitude abounding!

This video answers some FAQ’s and tells a little more of my story.

Go get creative and make something you love!

-Paige Handmade

Hi! I'm Paige... Paige

...an elf who has achieved Master Tinker status. Give me a tool and I’ll make something! I am married to the coolest nerd and Mama to two girly girls.

My mission is to take the overwhelm out of projects, so you can go get creative and make something you love! a little more backstory…

Getting Started Sewing

How to Thread a Sewing Machine

"You crawl before you walk, you walk before you run." You thread before you sew. I tell people that sewing is just a collection of techniques strung ... View Post

Thread Tension & Troubleshooting

One of the most frustrating problems you may run into when learning how to sew is thread tension issues. The thread can be too tight and bunch up the seam or, ... View Post

Selecting Stitches on a Sewing Machine

Selecting a Stitch Sewing machines can come with a large assortment of stitch options. You'll see some with *50 stitches, *110 stitches, *240 stitches, and ... View Post

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A little fun bias binding on the vent of this skir A little fun bias binding on the vent of this skirt. ✨
Another pair of socks that deserve a solemate phot Another pair of socks that deserve a solemate photo. They are quirky and cozy. 🧦 

As always, the #imsobasicsocks is the foundation pattern.

#sockknitting #knitsocks #boxofsocks2023
Today I did my own plumbing work for our shower re Today I did my own plumbing work for our shower remodel. I was afraid to do it, but I spent a lot of time learning and preparing. The more information I learned the more I felt capable. The soldering made me nervous and my hands felt a little shaky, but I committed no matter the outcome. I followed all the steps (even if they aren't shown in this tiny video). John encouraged me and showed me how to turn our water supply off for the first time. This was a good exercise in being willing to try something new. I'm really proud! We turned the water on and it's holding tight! On to the next task. 🚿

#bathroomremodel #homerenovation #plumbing
Watermelon socks for my birthday. They have long b Watermelon socks for my birthday. They have long been knit and blocked but I've only just got around to taking a proper photo. They are too cute to neglect. 

Yarn: @labienaimee "Pinku Graffiti" & "Malachite"
Pattern: a spin on @summer.lee.knits #imsobasicsocks
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A little fun bias binding on the vent of this skir A little fun bias binding on the vent of this skirt. ✨
Another pair of socks that deserve a solemate phot Another pair of socks that deserve a solemate photo. They are quirky and cozy. 🧦 

As always, the #imsobasicsocks is the foundation pattern.

#sockknitting #knitsocks #boxofsocks2023
Today I did my own plumbing work for our shower re Today I did my own plumbing work for our shower remodel. I was afraid to do it, but I spent a lot of time learning and preparing. The more information I learned the more I felt capable. The soldering made me nervous and my hands felt a little shaky, but I committed no matter the outcome. I followed all the steps (even if they aren't shown in this tiny video). John encouraged me and showed me how to turn our water supply off for the first time. This was a good exercise in being willing to try something new. I'm really proud! We turned the water on and it's holding tight! On to the next task. 🚿

#bathroomremodel #homerenovation #plumbing
Watermelon socks for my birthday. They have long b Watermelon socks for my birthday. They have long been knit and blocked but I've only just got around to taking a proper photo. They are too cute to neglect. 

Yarn: @labienaimee "Pinku Graffiti" & "Malachite"
Pattern: a spin on @summer.lee.knits #imsobasicsocks
Guess who's back!? My studio tour just went live o Guess who's back!? My studio tour just went live on @youtube. I hope you like getting a peak into how I organize this space. All sources are linked on my blog. Link in profile. 💕

#roomreveal #sewingroom #sewingstudio #homeschoolroom #arossweater
Condensing one month into 40 seconds. ⏳ #roomm Condensing one month into 40 seconds. ⏳ 

#roommakeover #renovation #beforeandafter #wallpaper #paint
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