Warp & Weft Blog

Things Passed Down

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.

Lightship Baskets: A Nautical Legacy

Discover how Nantucket’s iconic lightship baskets evolved from maritime necessity to cherished island heirlooms — and meet the artisans keeping this storied craft alive.

4 Best Blankets for Winter

Learn about what sets our winter blankets apart, from the fibers that create exceptional warmth to the designs that bring comfort and ease to colder days

For the Love of the Craft

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 ...

Hidden in Plain Sight: Fortuitous Finds at Nantucket Looms

Discover the unexpected stories behind the rare pieces that surface at Nantucket Looms — items with history, character, and origins that reveal themselves only when you look a little closer.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...