Sea Woven
Sustainable fiber art + goods
Slow art, made with salvaged materials.
Inspired by her deep love for the ocean and driven by the urgent environmental challenges we face, fibre artist Kimberly Leckey—known as Sea Woven—transforms salvaged materials into powerful statements of plastic rebellion. Residing in Ucluelet, BC, where discarded fishing nets and rope accumulate in a notorious pile dubbed 'rope mountain,' she confronts the profound waste of the fishing industry with creativity and purpose.
Bring a little piece of the sea home.
* Please note: due to the size of this piece, shipping will be calculated after purchase - please email for a quote: seawovenart@gmail.com
Inspired by the textures of one of the world's most biodiverse ecosystems, the coral reef, this piece presents the stark reality that, one day, the only colours that could remain will be those of marine debris. Using recycled cotton rope and other white fibres, I depict the transformation of dying coral affected by pollution and human impact. Seascape #1 highlights the delicate balance of marine life and the pervasive presence of plastic, urging reflection on our environmental impact.
Made with:
Upcycled oyster bags, polypropylene rope, and buoy collected over the years from beachcombing, the local landfill, and Tofino Oyster Fest - always keeping an eye out for how to give these beautiful fibrous materials a new life.
Recycled cotton rope, merino wool roving, merino wool.
Dimensions:
33” width
38” height
4” deep
Custom pieces are always available - If you love this piece but would like it more customized to your space, please reach out.
Named after the daughters of trident the king of the sea with their own personalities expressed through colour, movement, and unique handcrafted coral elements. The artist chose the colour pallet of each based on current mood, similar to the way the ocean expresses it’s ever changing. made with a mixture of recycled cotton rope, merino wool, Polypropylene, and acrylic yarns.
This piece is for someone who would consider themselves a Thalassophile: (n.) A lover of the sea or ocean, derived from the Greek words thalassa (sea) and philos (loving). a person who is drawn to the ocean and its underwater textures. Created with crochet, macrame,and weaving techniques using recycled cotton, merino wool, recycled jersey, and acrylic yarns.
size: 40"h x 24"w x 2"d
The price includes shipping.
52” wide x 54” long x 4” deep
In my work, I explore the intricate relationship between nature, waste, and transformation. As an artist at Sea Woven, I create upcycled macramé pieces that reflect the dark, relentless energy of the ocean—a force that embodies both life and death. Using a foundation of reclaimed wood, I knot together polypropylene turquoise rope salvaged from the landfill, black cotton rope, and the bone of a seal. Each material carries its own story, merging the remnants of human impact with the beauty of the natural world.
The ocean, in its raw power, serves as my muse, reminding us of the cycles that govern existence. My art seeks to capture this duality: the beauty and brutality of nature, the tension between creation and destruction. Through this process, I aim to provoke reflection on our relationship with the environment, urging viewers to consider the potential for renewal in what we often discard. In every knot and twist, I invite you to witness the resilience of life amidst the shadows—a celebration of transformation and the interconnectedness of all beings.
Sea woven is more than just your average fiber artist…
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Get exactly what you want whether it’s a custom weaving, macrame, or macra-weave piece. Send us the space you would love to decorate, your ideal size and colour scheme and Kim Leckey will do the rest!
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Kim Leckey specializes in large-scale installation projects using hard-to-work with fiber materials to create a one-of-a-kind fiber experience for your establishment. With work abroad experience, Kim Leckey can help facilitate your project from start to finish to ensure the end result comes to life and drops jaws.
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Bringing people together through creativity! Workshops and live art are interactive ways to engage your visitors. Kim Leckey has 7 years of workshop teaching experience for large and small groups.
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Can't wait to make another one.” - Sue
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Kim Leckey - fiber artist
With a degree in fashion design from Toronto Metropolitan University, Kim (aka. Sea Woven) is a passionate artist and creator who has had the opportunity to work internationally in New Zealand, Central America, and California. Now residing in Ucluelet and Tofino BC, Kim merges her love of the ocean and macrame with sustainability in mind to create her own style of fiber art. She specializes in using recycled, upcycled, and marine debris material to construct unique macraweave projects that reflect the intricate timelessness of the West Coast shorelines.
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