News and Events for Nantucket Island
by Sanibel Chai When you enter Nantucket Whaler, you may be surprised to find that navy blue is scarce. Designer and owner Susan Turer is dedicated to crafting a store that speaks to the real Nantucket over a general image of Nantucket. Rather than replicate styles and colors available at […]
by Cara Godlesky For a trip to Nantucket, visitors must pack light, breezy clothes for warm sunshine days, but also be prepared for the cool nights when the fog makes its way inland. For those who forgot their beach cover-ups or cozy sweaters, Blue Beetle can fulfill any apparel needs. […]
by Cara Godlesky Thinking back to childhood, many can recall wiggling finger puppets on pinkies or watching in delight the magic of Elmo and Cookie Monster on “Sesame Street.” Now, Nantucket’s own version of puppetry is making its way into the island spotlight through Nanpuppets, a children’s puppet show. Nanpuppets […]
by Sanibel Chai The spiritual, the yoga inclined, and the fashionable all love Clay Twombly’s mala inspired jewelry. When you enter Clay’s store, the soothing colors and energy emanating from spherical beads and natural shaped stones immediately calms you. The beautiful colors range from earth tones to soft pinks and […]
by Cara Godlesky Many stores on Nantucket display glass cases filled with exclusive merchandise or the walls are lined with board shorts and casual apparel. Very few stores provide both. The Trinity Collection at 50 Main Street combines the styles with two shops in one. In the front of the […]
by Cara Godlesky At the end of Straight Wharf sits a small yet iconic toy store called The Toy Boat. At front of the shop is an antique purple captain’s steering wheel from an old ship. Children line up to turn and spin the wheel, imagining themselves sailing out on […]
by Cara Godlesky Nantucket is known for its long history craftsmanship and handmade designs. Sarah Morneau, owner and designer of s•mac designs, continues the island’s traditions by handcrafting her own leather goods. Since 2008, Morneau creates leather purses, bags and key chains using just her hands and her sewing machine. […]
