Warp & Weft Blog
As Mother’s Day draws near, we asked a few members of the Looms' family to share the pieces they’ve received from their mothers—and the ones they’re already saving for their daughters.
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Lightship Baskets: A Nautical Legacy
By Mary Bergman Mary Bergman is a writer and historian living on Nantucket Island. View more of her work on our Warp and Weft Blog and her website. Nantucket Looms A collection of ...
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By Ryan McGinnisRyan McGinnis is a member of the Nantucket Looms team, where he helps bring the company’s products and story to life online. His work reflects a strong appreciation for Nantucket ...
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By Lindsay Freter Lindsay is the digital marketing director at Nantucket Looms and island resident since 2015. February 12, 2026 All images by Matt Kisiday. What our Weavers Love ...
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Hidden in Plain Sight: Fortuitous Finds at Nantucket Looms
Published February 6, 2026 Thayer HaleThayer Hale is the store manager, buyer and merchandiser for Nantucket Looms. She grew up visiting Nantucket and has been a full-time resident since 2009...
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Before the Bell Tolls Ten: An Unseen Tradition at Nantucket Looms
There's a heartfelt tradition that's been taking place at Nantucket Looms for the past 57 years—one that few people outside our walls ever see, yet one that has come to define how we work with the...
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My Favorite Gifts to Give This Holiday Season
Most people who know me will tell you that gift-giving is one of my greatest joys. I love the hunt for just the right thing—something that feels personal and thoughtful. I usually begin p...
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A Nantucket Friendsgiving Celebration
Why Friendsgiving Might Be the Best Modern Holiday Tradition The saying "you can pick your friends but not your family" feels especially true during the holidays. While the idea of gathering ar...
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The Lasting Allure of Mochaware
Antique Mochaware showcasing classic earthworm and cat's eye patterns For generations, Nantucket Looms has taken joy in discovering timeless pieces of pottery. From unique, locally crafte...
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Harvesting Tradition: A Scalloping Story
For most of my life, scalloping existed only as something delicious that arrived on a plate—pan-seared at a restaurant, delicate and sweet, the essence of Nantucket in a s...
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