About Paige
is a one woman creative business run by me, Ell, in New Zealand.
Paper and stationery has been a long time obsession of mine. It was something I
loved to collect as a child and I always dreamed of creating my own. I finally
took the plunge in 2020 and created About Paige - a journal and paper supply
boutique with a focus on reclaimed and handmade products.
As a paper lover, I can't help but notice the everyday role of paper has
changed dramatically since I was a child. Many paper goods are becoming less
valuable or obsolete with the rapid expansion of digital products and the
internet . This in part results in paper products being a huge contributor to
landfill waste. It is estimated that in the US alone, over 40 million tonnes*
of paper that could be recycled is thrown away. Paper comes from such a
precious resource and I believe we should treat it as more than simply a 'throw
away' item.
My products are my way of salvaging a little bit of the past
and giving paper a new life where it will be cherished once more. In the
instances where I use new materials, I use recycled, locally made and/or sustainable goods where possible. I endeavour to create products that you can use to preserve your
memories and keep for a lifetime. I hope you enjoy these little treasures as
much as I do.
*Statistics sourced from dicoverbooks.com