Independent software & creative work

Ideas made
useful.

Paisley Forge is a home for thoughtful software and hands-on exploration. Small beginnings, a practical purpose, and room to make something worthwhile.

Discover HearLift Meet Paisley Forge

An original paisley form with a copper ember at its center, drawn within a circular pattern.

Curiosity, given shapeEst. 2026

Paisley Forge LLC · Founded by Jim Griesmer

Monroe, Washington

What we're making

A useful place to start.

Our first app brings a specific listening-practice approach to everyday devices. Other ideas begin at the workbench.

Software · Listening practice

HearLift

Practice bringing implant sound and natural hearing together, with adjustable lower-volume support from natural hearing.

For people with single-sided deafness who use a cochlear implant.

Explore HearLift

At the workbench

3D printing

Exploring how digital ideas become useful physical objects.

Exploration

Laser engraving

Experimenting with material, detail, and a personal touch.

Exploration

A question or an idea?

There's a person on the other end.