Thar She Blows Belt Erica Wilson Collection a much loved island institution

a much loved island institution

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As 'Sconset became a summer destination for the wealthier people from the town of Nantucket

Tight lines and happy stitching

Erica designed this canvas for her grandchildren

Thar She Blows Belt Erica Wilson Collection a much loved island institutionThe "Faraway Land" as Nantucket is translated, was renowned for its success in the Whaling industry. Deep sea whaling started about 1715 and quickly became a very lucrative business for islanders. Whales were harvested for their blubber to make oil for candles. This classic belt shows the whole story in stitches, from the women waving to their sailors from the widow's walk to the harpooners in their skiffs. Send your finished work back to us and we