Warp & Weft Blog

  Form Meets Function, Reimagined From the decks of 1930s naval ships to the windswept shores of Nantucket, the CPO Jacket's evolution reflects a legacy of form meeting function. Originally crafted for Chief Petty Officers who demanded warmth, durability, and all-weather resilience, the CPO Jacket's heavyweight wool and generous cut allowed for layering over thick knits, keeping sailors warm even in damp and unforgiving conditions....

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  Most kitchen linens are afterthoughts - functional necessities grabbed in bulk, forgotten until they're stained or tattered beyond saving. But here, 30 miles out to sea at our Main Street studio, Master Weaver Becky Peraner has been perfecting the craft surrounding this stalwart kitchen accessory for decades. With the rhythmic "clack-clack-clack" heartbeat of a working loom, Becky transforms a simple kitchen cloth into a...

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Thanksgiving is more than just a meal; it’s an opportunity to reconnect with family and friends and share what we are most grateful for. At Nantucket Looms, we take pride in creating a beautiful environment when hosting. This year, we embraced a bold color palette and combined our classic handwoven table linens with Thanksgiving dinnerware and unique Thanksgiving centerpiece ideas. Whether you’re planning a grand...

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