Wharfwarp

Idea

Handcrafted products using reclaimed lobster rope from Maine’s working waterfront

Introduction

We are a husband and wife team and lifelong Mainers, It all began in 2016. We'd gathered some old unwanted rope from a local wharf, created a few items and successfully sold them at a local craft show. With much encouragement and enthusiasm from customers and other vendors we decided to make a go of it. And so evolved Wharf Warp.

Innovation

WharfWarp is an eco-friendly company promoting mindful shopping and social responsibility. We only use 100% upcycled rope in all of our products. We discourage shoppers from buying products made with new rope. Literally tons and tons of retired rope can be found in Maine's coastal communities, all destined for landfills or incinerators. Make a statement and purchase purposefully.

Impact

Wharf Warp are Jeanine O’brien, Tim Barthelman and 10 tons of reclaimed lobster rope in their back yard! They are a husband and wife team on a mission to create something out of a material that would otherwise add to our current pollution crisis.