Warp & Weft Blog

The Lightship Basket: A Testament to Nantucket’s Rich Heritage
Nestled off the coast of Massachusetts, Nantucket Island is not just a picturesque coastal retreat, it's a hub of artistry and craftsmanship. Its most notable accessory, the Nantucket Lightship Ba...
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Three Reasons to Become a Collector of Antiques and Vintage Pieces
On an island rich with history and folklore, it’s no wonder that searching for treasures is a favorite past-time of visitors and residents alike. What once held a close association with collecti...
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The Boatneck Sweater: A Nantucket Classic Since 1969
An island wardrobe staple since the 1969, the Nantucket Looms Boatneck Sweater is a timeless classic. Effortlessly stylish with its boat neck and saddle stitch shoulder, the sweater has endur...
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TORTA DI RICOTTA WITH LEMON & HONEY Recipe by Kaity Farrell of Fare Isle We love to welcome spring with a bright and beautiful brunch, whether for an Easter celebration or a gather...
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Since 1968, Nantucket Looms has been proud to represent our local craftspeople. We carry the works of over seventy different artisans, including painters, potters, basket weavers, jewelry makers ...
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Edward Wohl, Master Woodworker - Ridgewater, WI Master woodworker and designer Edward Wohl graduated from Washington University in 1967 with a BS degree in Architecture. He has been designi...
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The changing of the seasons, be it summer or winter, spring or fall, will always fill Nantucket's artist community with an abundance of inspiration. Spring is an especially invigorating and inspi...
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They say "one man's trash is another man's treasure." Sometimes, that treasure is found and kept again and again until it blossoms into a collection. The Nantucket Looms staff loves to hunt for th...
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Summer is in full swing which means al fresco dinner with friends, neighborhood barbecues, and cocktail parties on the deck. With each of these lovely events, one thing is certain, we want to than...
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Collecting Art Through The Years
Supporting local artists has been one of the pillars of Nantucket Looms since its inception in 1968. A tradition pioneered by our founders, Bill Euler and Andy Oates, it has been upheld by their ...
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