News and Events for Nantucket Island
by Cara Godlesky Near the end of the crushed seashell walkway down Old South Wharf on the left, you’ll find the two-in-one shop Ireland Gallery and Nantucket Chic. The shops sit in a cottage-like building alongside the harbor. From the windows of the shop, you can feel the fresh ocean […]
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 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. […]
On July 11 at 8 pm. associate professor and fashion expert Steven Faerm will give a lecture and a free 2-day workshop on July 12 & 13 from 10 am. – 12 pm. Steven Faerm (MSEd) is an Associate Professor of Fashion Design at Parsons The New School for Design […]
Katherine Hooker London is delighted to return to Johnston’s of Elgin on Nantucket for an exclusive multi-day pop-up event beginning Friday, July 24. In addition, this year, for the first time customers will be able to purchase items from the ready-to-wear collection, which includes distinctively sleek and exquisitely cut jackets, […]
~ by Sarah Morneau ~ If you are wondering what happened to the two stores that used to stand in what is now an empty lot on Easy Street, have no fear, Scrub Oak and The Antiques Depot have found new homes! You can now find Scrub Oak in a […]
With 25 years of experience making and selling jewelry on the island and 11 years on Old South Wharf, Emilly Rubin took the opportunity at the end of last year’s season to make the move uptown from the wharves. Last week’s article focused on the Sweet Liddle section of the […]
Take one step into Sara Campbell on South Beach Street and you immediately know this shopping experience will differ from other Nantucket boutiques. Bright colors pop against the bold backdrop of black and white striped walls, and a friendly face greets you at the door. There is a cozy sitting […]
Katherine Hooker London, favored designer for the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, will be showing her stunning new designs for Autumn and Winter 2014 at Johnstons Cashmere, 4 Federal Street this weekend July 25 to 27 from 10 am to 6 pm, and mid-week by appointment. “We are thrilled to […]
