princetonscoop 2011 holiday gift guide

2011shop localHoliday Gift Guide

ContentsFind the "perfect gift" for every person in your

life this holiday season!

The Love of your LifeHerHimChildTeenYoung AdultEveryoneThe HostessThe Home DecoratorThe FoodieThe Beauty QueenThe Culture Lover$25 and Under

Business Directory

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for the love of your life

Show her she’s the love of your life with the love knot pendant in 14k

white gold, $195. Matching earrings, $325.

Hamilton Jewelers, 92 Nassau Street, Princeton.

for her

Perhaps from Mom’s little darlings? This is a gift she will treasure forever; a sterling silver lattice heart locket with diamonds.

$225.

At Hamilton Jewelers.

Make Mom the belle of the ball in this green vintage dress by Bill Blass, worth the splurge at $225. Warm Mom’s heart and soul with this awe-some red leopard print coat by St. John, $525. Is your mom a "bag lady"? Add to her collection with this incredible red Marc Jacobs bag, $250. The way to some women's heart is through their feet. Add to Mom's shoe collection with this in-credible pair of Cole Haan classic

black pumps, $55. At jane.


Find chic and affordable women’s clothing, accessories, and jewelry for the ladies on your list. Let Rita show you around her recently opened gem, Urban Grace, in the heart of Palmer Square. Along with great holiday clothing, like this Dominique Lace Dress from Milly, Urban Grace of-fers a host of great gifts for teachers, friends, and family, including items

for under $25.

Give a gift that will not only make her look good but will also make her feel good too. This festive glow necklace is made from rich red glass beads with intricate hand-worked alpaca metal filigree. The beautifully handcrafted jewelry comes from the Fair Trade organization Intercrafts Peru. Alpaca metal, an alloy of cop-per, zinc and nickel, is silver-colored and tarnish resistant. $28 at Ten Thousand Villages in the Princeton

Shopping Center.


for himShow Dad he’s still the leading man in your life with these sterling silver engravable oval cufflinks,

$125.

At Hamilton Jewelers

Order something fabulous this holi-day for the men in your life, or simply pick up a gift card from J Hilburn. J Hilburn features custom-made shirts and tailored suits, using fab-rics from the finest Italian mills, as well as cashmere sweaters, outer-wear, accessories and more. Email style consultants Leslie Pell Lin-nehan [email protected] or Vicky Corrodi [email protected] to find out about holiday shows, or to set up an

appointment.


How about a vintage tweed blazer to help him stay warm, a steal at $50. Have a Princeton Alum to shop for? A vintage beer stein is thoughtful & affordable at $35. Fancy Father? Say "I love you" with beautiful Hermes braces, $125. Our selection of ties won’t disappoint, this gorgeous Hermes tie is priced right at $75. For the Dad who has it all, beautiful Steuben crystal martini glasses, $95 each. Dad on the dash? We love this incredible

briefcase. Stylish and smart at $65. At jane.


for your childSave $10 on purchase of $50 or more during November and December, when you spend $50 or more at jaZams. In-store, you may print this to re-ceive $10 off your purchase or on the web use coupon code: scoop11. Valid for one use on the web and once in-store. Of-fer Expires: 12/24/11. Cannot be combined with any other

offer.

for your teenGive the gift of music at Farrington’s! This will be mu-sic to your ears: All instruments up to 50% off ! Guitars cymbals, keyboards start at $59.00. Drum sets start at $99.00. Plus, choose from violins, ukuleles, banjos, bongos…and everything else you need to make music including guitar tuners and accessories, sheet music, microphones, drum sticks and lots more. Lessons are a perfect gift for any age so consider a gift certificate!


At Lisa Jones you will find a beauti-ful selection of gifts for the holiday season like this black metal band watch with rhinestone surround face, $39.00. Lisa offers gorgeous costume jewelry, scarves, hand-bags and home decor. Visit the new men's section and enjoy complimen-

tary gift-wrap.

What’s the buzz this holiday? To compliment their widely consumed delicious coffee, Small World Cof-fee is offering their popular 'Sleep is for the Weak' merchandise. T-shirts are available in men's, women, and kids’ sizes and even in baby one-sies. Small World also offers a 10 oz. 'Sleep is for the Weak' mug—a great stocking stuffer! If you prefer to make a less charged pronounce-ment, Small World also offers their 'Coffee Makes You Smarter' mug

and t-shirts.

for your young adult


for everyone

Recycled silk sari scarves put any outfit on the map, $17. Celebrate your favorite Jersey girl with a signed copy of M&B's Jersey Girls: The Fierce and the Fabulous, $20. Show Jersey pride in style with a recycled license plate star, $50. Fair Trade or-ganic scarves by Ton Fai are a staple, $17. Perfect hostess gifts & stock-ing stuffers: recycled Paddywax wine bottle candles, $19, or delicious Ar-chipelago candles, $15 are perfect!

At jane.

In the simple moments of everyday life, we believe extraordinary things take place and memories are made from the time we share together. But memories fade far faster then one could ever imagine. Photographs keep these precious moments alive and in the present always and be-come a keepsake of your journey through life forever. Give the gift of capturing memories with a custom

photo session for $250 by Thea Creative.


Own a piece of the team—his favor-ite team (or yours). These fabulous cufflinks are made from a game used ball, authenticated by MLB. How about opening a beer using a bat that was used at a Phillies or Mets game? There are even wallets lined with your favorite team's uniform. Every item validated and authen-ticated. Find nostalgic icons of all kinds re-purposed to create the per-

fect, unique gift. At twine.

Santa says: “Those who give the best cookies, get the best gifts.” Princeton Cookie Company specializes in creating delicious gourmet cookies. Gourmet cookies come beautifully packaged in a pretty box, tied off with a satin ribbon. Beautifully iced gingerbread cookies are also avail-able for the holiday season. To place an order, email princetoncookie@

me.com or call 609-545-2200.


for the hostessVisit the newly opened Infini-T Café and Spice Souk to get a taste of the multicultural, and to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. You’ll find bulk spices, loose leaf teas (fair trade & organic), coffees and handcrafted gifts from around the world. While you’re there, relax and taste the finest tea

in the world for drinking.

Holidays are for parties! Viburnum Designs has helped cre-ate, plan, and execute the finest events in the greater Princeton area. They offer clients a comprehensive range of services, from event plan-ning and floral design to draping, lighting, and decor. Whether it’s an intimate holiday dinner in your home or a large corporate event, Vi-burnum Designs will create an un-forgettable celebration for you and

your guests.


This hostess tray by Juliska (Country Estate Collection) depicts a lovely English landscape, 15” x 6”, $45. Add some homemade cookies, and you’ll

become the perfect guest!

At Hamilton Jewelers.


for the home decorator

The staff at Spruce makes it their personal goal to help customers find that perfect gift. Whether you’re buying for a new colleague or a warm hostess, they’ll provide guidance to help you choose a beautiful and thoughtful gift. There is something for everyone: home accessories, jew-elry, furniture as well as stunning one-of-a kind succulent arrangements for the special someone with a green thumb. Visit Spruce in the heart of

gorgeous Palmer Square—and you’ll leave with a smile.


This stunning chopping board is truly one-of-a-kind. Cut from an-cient olive wood trees in Italy, its natural beauty has not been altered in any way (the bark is still intact). Find this and many other olive wood items like salad bowls, serv-ing bowls, and wine bottle holders at Tuscan Hills in Kingston. And there’s much more in store for your holiday gift list, like Murano jew-elry, linens, bar ware, and ceramics.

Fill holiday homes and hearts with the light of hope with this cut paper rose window mood lamp from Feni, Bangladesh ($38); available at Ten Thousand Villages in the Princeton Shopping Center. This paper mood lamp, influenced by stained glass design, is made by the artisans of Shuktara Handmade Paper work-shop. Shuktara provides jobs for women, improving their standard of living and helping them send their

children to school.


for the foodieOn Black Friday, Nov. 25th and on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 26th only, Carter & Cave-ro is offering a great deal in their stores: Buy any 3 bottles of olive oil and/or balsamic vinegar and receive the 4th one FREE! Visit Carter & Cavero for a free tast-ing. Free bottle must be of equal or lesser value. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer or coupon. Offer is not valid online.

Win friends and influence people! Or at least make your clients, family, and friends happy with a beautiful gift arrangement from CoolVines. Options include 1-3 bottles of wine and a selection of intriguing accom-paniments including gift items from D'Angelo's Italian Market. Your ar-rangement will be gift wrapped and delivered door to door within their local delivery area. Packages start at $50 and are completely customiz-able. Options also available for ship-ping and delivery outside of the area.


Have you been searching for all-natural, local turkeys and pork prod-ucts to feed to your family this holiday season? Double Brook Farm in Hopewell, New Jersey has what you’re looking for. Come taste the dif-ference a life on pasture can make! Please contact Robin McConaughy at [email protected] or call (609) 466-3594 to inquire about pricing and to place a turkey or meat order. Happy Holidays and happy

eating from Double Brook Farm!


for the beauty queen

Who doesn’t want to look beautiful around the holidays? Schedule an appointment with one of the Aveda or Bumble & Bumble trained styl-ists at Mystique Hair and Skin. Great savings on gift sets from Aveda, Bumble & Bumble and Moroccan Oil. Buy one Aveda gift set, hair care or skin care product and receive the 2nd at 50% off. Sale starts Nov 25!

Spa and Salon gift cards and spa packages also available.


Celebrate the season with McCarter Theatre's critically acclaimed pro-duction of Charles Dickens' clas-sic holiday tale, A Christmas Carol. Join Ebenezer Scrooge on his magi-cal journey through Christmas past, present, and future, and experience the show that embodies the peace and goodwill of the season. This pe-rennial favorite The New York Times calls "A Must-See," has become a delightful holiday tradition the whole family can enjoy together! Tickets start at just $20 at McCarter

Theatre in Princeton.

Infuse everyday life with art this hol-iday season by shopping at the Mu-seum Store at the Princeton Univer-sity Art Museum. With an emphasis on the unique, the artisanal, and lo-cally sourced products, the Museum Store offers one of the finest arrays of holiday items in Princeton. From finely crafted jewelry & ceramics to the highest quality note cards & fine art calendars, you'll find something for everyone. Proceeds support the Museum’s mission of making art an essential part of the lives of Prince-ton University students and visitors

from around the globe.

for the culture lover


gifts for $25 & underThe owner of The Place to Bead, Doris Figueroa, along with her knowledgeable and friendly staff, are eager to help you design, create and repair your own jewelry. Looking for a unique piece of jewelry? You’ll find an array of already-made pieces to choose from. Or, have a custom piece designed specifically for you. Find the perfect gift for yourself or a loved one within the store’s bead-covered walls!

Locals know that Jordan's Sta-tionary and Gifts has always been command central for the holidays. Whether you need gift wrap, rib-bons, tissue, bags, greeting cards, or party goods and accessories, Jor-dan's has it all. If you don't find it, ask Lewis! Jordan's also features unique gifts like Snoozies slippers, and a texting dictionary (for those of us who need to brush up on texting acronyms, LOL), only $4.99.


The perfect gift for Princetonians! Princetonopoly, a game based on Monopoly but with local businesses as properties on the board, gives you a chance to own your favorite Princeton property! Why buy Boardwalk or Park Place when you could buy McCaffrey's or Palmer Square? Your purchase supports the Princeton High School band program. Games are available for purchase at McCaffrey's, McLaughlin's, Cosmo Blue, Pins and Needles, Gloria Nilson Realtor, Olives, and Princeton Public Library.


Business DirectoryCarter & Cavero

27 Palmer Square WestPrinceton, NJ 08542

(609) 924-8697www.carterandcavero.com

CoolVines21 Spring Street

Princeton, NJ 8540(609) 924-0039

www.coolvines.com

Double Brook Farm20 Long Way

Hopewell, NJ 08525(609) 466-3594

www.doublebrookfarm.com

Farrington's Music947 State Road, Suite 204

Princeton, NJ 08540(609) 942-8282

www.farringtonsmusic.com

Hamilton Jewelers92 Nassau Street

Princeton, NJ 08540(609) 683-4200

www.hamiltonjewelers.com

Infini-T Cafe4 Hulfish Street

Princeton, NJ 08542(609) 865-4179

J. HilburnEmail style consultants to

find out about holiday shows or set up an appt.

Leslie Pell Linnehan [email protected]

Vicky Corrodi [email protected]

www.jhilburn.com

Jane7 Spring Street

Princeton, NJ 08540(609) 683-5263

www.janeconsignment.com

JaZams25 Palmer Square East

Princeton, NJ 08542(609) 924-8697

www.jazams.com

Jordan's Stationary & GiftsPrinceton Shopping Center301 North Harrison Street

Princeton, NJ 08540(609) 924-6161

www.jordanscardstore.com

Lisa Jones16 Witherspoon Street

Princeton, NJ 08542(609) 683-8002

www.lisajonesstyle.com

McCarter Theatre Center91 University Place

Princeton, NJ 08540(609) 258-2787

www.mccarter.org

Mystique Hair & SkinMarketFair

Route 1 SouthPrinceton, NJ 08540

(609) 452-7094www.mystiquehairsalon.com

Princetonopolywww.princetonopoly.com

Princeton Cookie CompanyPrinceton, NJ

(609) 545-2200www.princetoncookie.com

Princeton University Art MuseumPrinceton University Campus

Princeton, NJ 08544(609) 258-3788

http://artmuseum.princeton.edu

Small World Coffee14 Witherspoon Street

Princeton, NJ 08540(609) 924-4377

www.smallworldcoffee.com

Spruce45 Palmer Square West

Princeton, NJ 8542(609) 688-8312

www.spruceprinceton.com

Ten Thousand VillagesPrinceton Shopping Center301 North Harrison Street

Princeton, NJ 08540(609) 683-4464

http://princeton.tenthousandvillages.com

The Place to Bead41 Witherspoon Street

Princeton, NJ 08542(609) 921-8050

www.beadnow.com

Thea CreativePrinceton, NJ

(609) 759-0540www.theacreative.com

Tuscan Hills4438 Route 27

Kingston, NJ 08528(609) 921-9015

www.tuscanhills.com

Twine10 East Broad StreetHopewell, NJ 08525

(609) 466-2425www.shop-twine.com

Urban Grace7 Palmer Square WestPrinceton, NJ 08542

(609) 454-3124

Viburnum Designs202 Nassau Street

Princeton, NJ 08540(609) 683-8800

www.viburnumdesigns.com


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