Nantucket Looms: A Hidden Shopping Gem on the Island

Nantucket Looms: A Hidden Shopping Gem on the Island
The main attraction? The shop's second floor weaving studio where customers watch master weavers craft heirloom-quality handwovens from throws to carpets. Using the same time-honored tradition since 1968, local artisans use an authentic macomber loom to weave luxurious mohair, merino wool, lustrous Japanese silk and Scottish cashmere throws, wraps and home goods. The shop itself showcase products from over 80 local artisans including artisan jewelry and clutches, food and home décor. Clientele have included fashion icons like Jackie O and Princess Grace in addition to politicos and software moguls like Hilary Clinton and Bill Gates. Many of Looms furnishings have even adorned spaces like Chanel and Louis Vuitton showrooms, national museums, NYC penthouse apartments and everywhere in between.

If you're heading to Nantucket, we recommend adding it to your list of things to do.

Nantucket Looms, 51 Main St, Nantucket, MA 02554

Visit website: https://www.nantucketlooms.com/