Elliott Collins serves as acting proxy for the Paige Workshop's master, Glen Paige, due to Glen's poor health. He possesses orange hair fading to a lighter hue and green eyes, typically wearing a high-collared shirt loosely fastened with string and a pastel-yellow waistcoat.

Beginning his apprenticeship under Glen Paige at a young age to support his sickly mother and older sister, Elliott honed his craft under challenging circumstances. This background forged his responsible yet easy-going demeanor, occasionally tinged with sarcasm. He is formally engaged to Glen's daughter, Bridget Paige, though neither harbors romantic feelings.

At the Paige Workshop, Elliott welcomes Anne Halford as a member after her separation from Challe Fen Challe. His role becomes central when Bridget acquires Challe's wing through a bargain, leading to Anne's temporary placement there. Elliott guides the workshop's participation in the high-stakes national church festival, a critical opportunity to restore its reputation. He navigates internal tensions and external sabotage attempts, managing the workshop with professionalism and underlying compassion. This is particularly evident as he mediates between Bridget's demands and Anne's objectives.