About

My name is Maegan Monsees. I'm married to my hero and together we have four incredible and beautiful children. They sure know how to keep me busy, and I am so grateful to be a stay at home mom. I've always been a crafter, from knitting to hand embroidery to upcycling, and many things in between. Soon after my first son was born, I was searching for trays to hold his toys and activities. I wanted something clean, simple, and most importantly - durable. I eventually found myself at my local hardware store with a hank of cotton clothesline rope in my hand. I brought it home and sewed my first little bowl - that was it! This shop was born in the dining room of a little cape in Waldoboro, Maine back in 2019 and I've been growing ever since. Although I'm a New York native, I'm proud to call Maine my home. The beauty and opportunity for a slower, simpler way of life here is like none other; I want the items I create to represent just that. 

My rope vessels are hand-coiled and sewn with care. Each piece is finished off with a cork tag. The cotton rope I use is unbleached and made in the USA. There are countless hours behind each and every design. Each piece is unique and usually made with a toddler in my lap or a baby strapped to my chest. They are durable, hand-washable, and can be used in any aspect of your life. I also hand dye the rope in small batches using fiber reactive dyes and more recently, I started experimenting with natural dyestuffs that make for truly one of a kind pieces. I'm a one-woman show, so I also take care of social media, photography, and inquiries. I love it all! The Nestling Co. is proudly a member of Maine Made.

THANK YOU for allowing a little piece of Maine into your home.