Margaret

Margaret “Maggie” Whitaker is an American author and rope craft artist based in Portland, Oregon. With a background in literature and a lifelong love of handmade artistry, she blends storytelling with the quiet rhythm of macramé.

After a turning point in her mid-thirties, Maggie rediscovered herself through knots and fiber. What began as a personal refuge slowly became a creative calling. Today, her writing reflects patience, resilience, and the belief that creativity can rebuild what life unravels.

Through her books and craft work, she invites readers to slow down, create intentionally, and find strength in the simplest threads.