HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2013

HAPPY HOLIDAYS, LADIESIt’s that time of year again — can you believe it? We are so excited to launch our second annual Holiday Guide and share it with all of you. You’ll find fun, unique gifts for everyone on your list, while supporting PVD Lady Project members and their companies. This year’s guide features 100+ gifts from local, female-owned businesses, articles from our members, interviews with local shop owners and much more. We are thrilled to introduce more editorial this year - giving our members an opportunity to truly be involved in this guide and showcase their many talents. There are many things we love about Lady Project, but our favorite remains how we continue to find new ways to connect, work together and inspire each other. The fashion spread in this 2013 guide is a perfect example- check it out, the shoot was 100% member-made – the hair and makeup, photography, styling and art di-rection. Our awesome members worked together to create this gorgeous feature, which is a stellar new feature to the 2013 guide. 2013 was a big year for Lady Project. We kicked the year off with our first birthday bash followed by our inaugural Lady Project Summit. We even launched the next Lady Project chapter in October in New Haven (HVN Lady Project) and we’re launching BOS Lady Project this January. By expanding to new communities, our networks will grow and members will be able to connect with other like-mind-ed ladies all over the country. In 2014, we’re officially launching Lady Project 501c3, with an amazing board that will help us think strategically and continue to grow across our communities. In the coming year we’ll be launching our new website, blog, enhanced member benefits and even more Lady Project chapters. We can’t wait for the Summit on April 12 at the Southside Cultural Center, it’s going to be even bigger and better than last year, so mark your calendars! We are making big waves, lady, and we couldn’t do it without you. Here’s to an AMAZING 2014.

Cheers,Sierra, Julie + the Lady Project team

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6 A Clever Girl’s Guide to Wrapping

8 Handpicked Gifts For: Leading Ladies

10 What’s in Stock for the holidays?

14 Holiday Soirée

24 Member Spotlight: Joanna Read Cotter

26 Lady Project Wishlist

28 Staying Organized (AND SANE!) for the holidays!

30 Holiday Gift Guide

22 Sierra & Julie — Our Holiday Picks

a Clever Girl’sGuide to Wrapping

(wri�en and photographed by Kate Huot of Featherweight Printing)

When the holidays roll around, many of us make lists and set our holiday spending budgets. One category that o�en goes overlooked is gi� wrap. We budget for the gi�s we need to buy, but forget about the wrap-ping paper, tissue paper, bags, bows, and gi� tags that accompany our gi�. We end up running out to CVS at 7pm on Christmas Eve for one last roll of scotch tape. But not this year. This year we will be prepared, we will spend as li�le as possible, and we will even get ahead for next years wrap-a-palooza.

Places to buy things:Although the registers at your favorite department stores are stocked with the most elegant and trendy wrapping papers you have ever seen, these are usually not your most cost e�ec-tive option. Discounted tubes of paper at your local Bennys, Job Lot, etc. cover your packages just as well as the embossed and gli�ery papers of department stores. Try to find plain color papers that you can dress up with bows and use for occa-

sions other than Christmas. Not thrilled with what the discount stores have to o�er? Grab a roll of cra� paper from your local cra� or art supply store. These rolls typically come with many more yards and give you endless wrapping possi-bilities for years to come.

Frugal tips and tricks:You will inevitably need to put some of your gi�s into gi� boxes. When buying your gi�s, ask if the store has gi� boxes. In fact, even if you are buying something for yourself, ask if you can have a gi� box. The more free boxes, the be�er. Each year I save every box and bag and most tissue paper that I receive gi�s in. (Its not considered hoarding if it’s neatly tucked away in a corner of your cra� room.) If you have yet to start your own gi� supply hoarding collection and you abso-lutely must buy plain gi� boxes or bags, places like Job Lot are great for the basics. It is also good to stock up on white tissue paper, and then buy smaller packages of accent color tissue paper. As for scotch tape, it is worth it to get the good stu�, and it is probably worth it in the long run to get a multi-pack. Keep your eye out for sales and coupons.

Get cra�y:One way to keep all your wrapping supply costs at a minimum is to keep them within a similar color scheme. This way you can buy ribbon in bulk and don’t have to worry about it not matching half of your presents. Another thing to keep in mind is avoiding pa�erns or colors that might be a short-lived trend. When buying (or accumulating) wrapping supplies, use mate-rials that are plain enough to be dressed up from year to year.

Some great ways to dress up a plain cra� paper package are stamps, stencils, and sharpies. In keeping with a gold and cra� color scheme, I can stamp or stencil a pa�ern to create my own wrapping paper, or draw a design with metallic gold sharpies. I can dress up the boxes with an elegant gold bow made of wire ribbon, or a pouf made of tulle. I can keep it simple with a knot tied with jute string, and tuck in a few elements from nature like twigs, dried leaves, or a pinecone. If you are giving a bo�le of wine as a gi�, you can use the brown bag from the liquor store, dress it up with the same stamps, ribbons, and natural elements to make an elegant and relative-ly inexpensive presentation.

Once your holiday shopping is complete, light a gingerbread scented candle, put on The Nutcracker soundtrack, get cra�y, and Happy Wrapping!

When the holidays roll around, many of us make lists and set our holiday spending budgets. One category that o�en goes overlooked is gi� wrap. We budget for the gi�s we need to buy, but forget about the wrap-ping paper, tissue paper, bags, bows, and gi� tags that accompany our gi�. We end up running out to CVS at 7pm on Christmas Eve for one last roll of scotch tape. But not this year. This year we will be prepared, we will spend as li�le as possible, and we will even get ahead for next years wrap-a-palooza.

Places to buy things:Although the registers at your favorite department stores are stocked with the most elegant and trendy wrapping papers you have ever seen, these are usually not your most cost e�ec-tive option. Discounted tubes of paper at your local Bennys, Job Lot, etc. cover your packages just as well as the embossed and gli�ery papers of department stores. Try to find plain color papers that you can dress up with bows and use for occa-

sions other than Christmas. Not thrilled with what the discount stores have to o�er? Grab a roll of cra� paper from your local cra� or art supply store. These rolls typically come with many more yards and give you endless wrapping possi-bilities for years to come.

Frugal tips and tricks:You will inevitably need to put some of your gi�s into gi� boxes. When buying your gi�s, ask if the store has gi� boxes. In fact, even if you are buying something for yourself, ask if you can have a gi� box. The more free boxes, the be�er. Each year I save every box and bag and most tissue paper that I receive gi�s in. (Its not considered hoarding if it’s neatly tucked away in a corner of your cra� room.) If you have yet to start your own gi� supply hoarding collection and you abso-lutely must buy plain gi� boxes or bags, places like Job Lot are great for the basics. It is also good to stock up on white tissue paper, and then buy smaller packages of accent color tissue paper. As for scotch tape, it is worth it to get the good stu�, and it is probably worth it in the long run to get a multi-pack. Keep your eye out for sales and coupons.

Get cra�y:One way to keep all your wrapping supply costs at a minimum is to keep them within a similar color scheme. This way you can buy ribbon in bulk and don’t have to worry about it not matching half of your presents. Another thing to keep in mind is avoiding pa�erns or colors that might be a short-lived trend. When buying (or accumulating) wrapping supplies, use mate-rials that are plain enough to be dressed up from year to year.

Some great ways to dress up a plain cra� paper package are stamps, stencils, and sharpies. In keeping with a gold and cra� color scheme, I can stamp or stencil a pa�ern to create my own wrapping paper, or draw a design with metallic gold sharpies. I can dress up the boxes with an elegant gold bow made of wire ribbon, or a pouf made of tulle. I can keep it simple with a knot tied with jute string, and tuck in a few elements from nature like twigs, dried leaves, or a pinecone. If you are giving a bo�le of wine as a gi�, you can use the brown bag from the liquor store, dress it up with the same stamps, ribbons, and natural elements to make an elegant and relative-ly inexpensive presentation.

Once your holiday shopping is complete, light a gingerbread scented candle, put on The Nutcracker soundtrack, get cra�y, and Happy Wrapping!

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HANDPICKEDGIFTS FOR :

L E A D I N G

Between all the amazing women in our lives the holidays become a time for panic when shopping for the ladies we love. Fear no more! We have great gift suggestions handpicked for every lady in your life.

Hottie Cover, designer flannel cover wraps around a European Fashy

thermoplastic hot water bottle $35

Love At First Night

Hand fabricated, 14k gold fill classic champagne Swarovski earrings

$44

Noon Designs

Enjoy Print, 8x10 letterpress print printed on 100% cotten paper

$10

Featherweight Printing

Cuddling Cuttlefish Onesie, not only cute but also adorably nerdy!

$15

Fraggles & Friggles

Online Instant Certificates, give the gift of beauty by email or print at home options

$100

Alayne White Spa

Love Charm Necklace, Sterling Silver, 16” + 2” extender, lead & nickel safe

$69

Stella & Dot

“Budded Frost” Silk Scarf, freehand painted $55

Joy in My Studio

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What’s in

for the holidays?

The PVD Lady Project caught up with Jan Faust Dane, owner of Stock Culinary Goods on Hope Street in Providence to ask her a li�le about her store, her holiday plans, and what it’s like to be a female entre-preneur in the Creative Capital.

When did you know you wanted to own your own business?I think the entrepreneurial fire has flickered in me for some time, but as my children got older I realized I wanted to spend more time with them, not less. Funny then, that I would start a business, because at least in the first year, I've seen them less than ever. But I look at the long game and as Stock gets more cemented in the community, I appreciate that I am someplace where they know where to find me, they know my hours, which are predictable, and they get to see the dividends of working hard at something you love. Now when I come home, I'm really home and with them, and I don't find myself worrying about things outside of my control.

How did you come up with the idea for Stock?Stock is really the culmination of many jobs and hobbies. For starters, we haven't had a party or vacation in the last twenty years that didn't start and end with everybody in the kitchen, cooking, eating, laughing, drinking. The kitchen is the happi-est room in our home and I view Stock as an extension of that. I felt I wanted to put that community aspect back into

the kitchen store business. It seems like it has been relegat-ed to the malls and online, but I really wanted to create a welcoming space where people could gather around the preparation and presentation of meals. My last few jobs prepared me as well. Prior to this I was the Director of Culi-nary Education and Food Forager at the Ocean House, a Relais & Chateau resort in Watch Hill. And before that, I spent years writing guidebooks to the best independent retail stores and restaurants in North America. So Stock is really the dovetailing of caring about food, caring about local business, caring about independent approaches to something so primal.

What's the best part about being a female entrepreneur?Just recently I was at a Merchants' Association meeting and I realized that our street is dominated by women entre-preneurs. I think we get into it in the beginning because we feel it will bring some control back into our lives. But that takes time. The immediate benefit is that we get to watch something grow and flourish, which I think is just hard-wired into our systems.

(photos courtesy of Stock and Featherweight Printing)

What's your favorite part of your job?I adore the flow of people in and out of the store and how I am constantly making introductions between people I think should know each other. Sometimes, we've all just met, but it's a very extroverted environment and if you come in, there's a good chance we'll loop you into some conversation about food, cooking, restaurants, dining experiences, pop culture. It's very cha�y around here. We do stay out of politics though. :)

What's on your Christmas list this year?Well, from my store anyway, it is a copper pot from DH & M. We just bought a home where the previous owners had a whole rack of French copper pots. They were gorgeous and they set the bar high. But they didn't have any of these: Each one is handmade by Jim Hamann, a true artisan right here in Rhode Island. They are the absolute manifestation of form and function. And oh how they gleam. Outside of my store, I always want USA made clothes. They are hard to find, but worth the e�ort.

What are some of your favorite products at Stock?

My favorite products in the store are big wooden salad bowls;

I can't get enough. Mine are made in RI and Vermont. On the other end of

the spectrum, I love teeny bowls made by a ceramicist in Barrington. And the holiday season

means the return of the gilded oyster shell garlands from WeeHeavy in Cranston. I can't think of a be�er holiday item.

What's your favorite Holiday tradition?I'm a real holiday fanatic. Although our family is a mostly unobservant band of semi-Christians, we celebrate Seder every Spring as a nod to my husband's Jewish grandfather. So what unifies that with Christmas is the ritual of bring-ing people together at a beautifully set table for a big meal. I like the table loaded, the conversation loud, the lights dim and the candles bright. And I think that is what unites us all, regardless of our religion or creed.

Anything else you'd like to add?I just can't imagine being in a be�er place in a be�er time than Providence, RI right now. I'm from Portland, Oregon originally and came here most directly from Brooklyn. Both of these communities have been bursting at the seams with creativity and city pride and it's something I've thought kept just eluding us in this gorgeous capital city. But in the last few years, I think there's been a major shi� and people are proud again to be from Providence. I can feel the whole city quickening with original thoughts, industry and events. I feel very fortunate to be here now.

When did you know you wanted to own your own business?I think the entrepreneurial fire has flickered in me for some time, but as my children got older I realized I wanted to spend more time with them, not less. Funny then, that I would start a business, because at least in the first year, I've seen them less than ever. But I look at the long game and as Stock gets more cemented in the community, I appreciate that I am someplace where they know where to find me, they know my hours, which are predictable, and they get to see the dividends of working hard at something you love. Now when I come home, I'm really home and with them, and I don't find myself worrying about things outside of my control.

How did you come up with the idea for Stock?Stock is really the culmination of many jobs and hobbies. For starters, we haven't had a party or vacation in the last twenty years that didn't start and end with everybody in the kitchen, cooking, eating, laughing, drinking. The kitchen is the happi-est room in our home and I view Stock as an extension of that. I felt I wanted to put that community aspect back into

the kitchen store business. It seems like it has been relegat-ed to the malls and online, but I really wanted to create a welcoming space where people could gather around the preparation and presentation of meals. My last few jobs prepared me as well. Prior to this I was the Director of Culi-nary Education and Food Forager at the Ocean House, a Relais & Chateau resort in Watch Hill. And before that, I spent years writing guidebooks to the best independent retail stores and restaurants in North America. So Stock is really the dovetailing of caring about food, caring about local business, caring about independent approaches to something so primal.

What's the best part about being a female entrepreneur?Just recently I was at a Merchants' Association meeting and I realized that our street is dominated by women entre-preneurs. I think we get into it in the beginning because we feel it will bring some control back into our lives. But that takes time. The immediate benefit is that we get to watch something grow and flourish, which I think is just hard-wired into our systems.

What's your favorite part of your job?I adore the flow of people in and out of the store and how I am constantly making introductions between people I think should know each other. Sometimes, we've all just met, but it's a very extroverted environment and if you come in, there's a good chance we'll loop you into some conversation about food, cooking, restaurants, dining experiences, pop culture. It's very cha�y around here. We do stay out of politics though. :)

What's on your Christmas list this year?Well, from my store anyway, it is a copper pot from DH & M. We just bought a home where the previous owners had a whole rack of French copper pots. They were gorgeous and they set the bar high. But they didn't have any of these: Each one is handmade by Jim Hamann, a true artisan right here in Rhode Island. They are the absolute manifestation of form and function. And oh how they gleam. Outside of my store, I always want USA made clothes. They are hard to find, but worth the e�ort.

What are some of your favorite products at Stock?

My favorite products in the store are big wooden salad bowls;

I can't get enough. Mine are made in RI and Vermont. On the other end of

the spectrum, I love teeny bowls made by a ceramicist in Barrington. And the holiday season

means the return of the gilded oyster shell garlands from WeeHeavy in Cranston. I can't think of a be�er holiday item.

What's your favorite Holiday tradition?I'm a real holiday fanatic. Although our family is a mostly unobservant band of semi-Christians, we celebrate Seder every Spring as a nod to my husband's Jewish grandfather. So what unifies that with Christmas is the ritual of bring-ing people together at a beautifully set table for a big meal. I like the table loaded, the conversation loud, the lights dim and the candles bright. And I think that is what unites us all, regardless of our religion or creed.

Anything else you'd like to add?I just can't imagine being in a be�er place in a be�er time than Providence, RI right now. I'm from Portland, Oregon originally and came here most directly from Brooklyn. Both of these communities have been bursting at the seams with creativity and city pride and it's something I've thought kept just eluding us in this gorgeous capital city. But in the last few years, I think there's been a major shi� and people are proud again to be from Providence. I can feel the whole city quickening with original thoughts, industry and events. I feel very fortunate to be here now.

756 Hope StreetProvidence, RI 02906

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When did you know you wanted to own your own business?I think the entrepreneurial fire has flickered in me for some time, but as my children got older I realized I wanted to spend more time with them, not less. Funny then, that I would start a business, because at least in the first year, I've seen them less than ever. But I look at the long game and as Stock gets more cemented in the community, I appreciate that I am someplace where they know where to find me, they know my hours, which are predictable, and they get to see the dividends of working hard at something you love. Now when I come home, I'm really home and with them, and I don't find myself worrying about things outside of my control.

How did you come up with the idea for Stock?Stock is really the culmination of many jobs and hobbies. For starters, we haven't had a party or vacation in the last twenty years that didn't start and end with everybody in the kitchen, cooking, eating, laughing, drinking. The kitchen is the happi-est room in our home and I view Stock as an extension of that. I felt I wanted to put that community aspect back into

the kitchen store business. It seems like it has been relegat-ed to the malls and online, but I really wanted to create a welcoming space where people could gather around the preparation and presentation of meals. My last few jobs prepared me as well. Prior to this I was the Director of Culi-nary Education and Food Forager at the Ocean House, a Relais & Chateau resort in Watch Hill. And before that, I spent years writing guidebooks to the best independent retail stores and restaurants in North America. So Stock is really the dovetailing of caring about food, caring about local business, caring about independent approaches to something so primal.

What's the best part about being a female entrepreneur?Just recently I was at a Merchants' Association meeting and I realized that our street is dominated by women entre-preneurs. I think we get into it in the beginning because we feel it will bring some control back into our lives. But that takes time. The immediate benefit is that we get to watch something grow and flourish, which I think is just hard-wired into our systems.

What's your favorite part of your job?I adore the flow of people in and out of the store and how I am constantly making introductions between people I think should know each other. Sometimes, we've all just met, but it's a very extroverted environment and if you come in, there's a good chance we'll loop you into some conversation about food, cooking, restaurants, dining experiences, pop culture. It's very cha�y around here. We do stay out of politics though. :)

What's on your Christmas list this year?Well, from my store anyway, it is a copper pot from DH & M. We just bought a home where the previous owners had a whole rack of French copper pots. They were gorgeous and they set the bar high. But they didn't have any of these: Each one is handmade by Jim Hamann, a true artisan right here in Rhode Island. They are the absolute manifestation of form and function. And oh how they gleam. Outside of my store, I always want USA made clothes. They are hard to find, but worth the e�ort.

What are some of your favorite products at Stock?

My favorite products in the store are big wooden salad bowls;

I can't get enough. Mine are made in RI and Vermont. On the other end of

the spectrum, I love teeny bowls made by a ceramicist in Barrington. And the holiday season

means the return of the gilded oyster shell garlands from WeeHeavy in Cranston. I can't think of a be�er holiday item.

What's your favorite Holiday tradition?I'm a real holiday fanatic. Although our family is a mostly unobservant band of semi-Christians, we celebrate Seder every Spring as a nod to my husband's Jewish grandfather. So what unifies that with Christmas is the ritual of bring-ing people together at a beautifully set table for a big meal. I like the table loaded, the conversation loud, the lights dim and the candles bright. And I think that is what unites us all, regardless of our religion or creed.

Anything else you'd like to add?I just can't imagine being in a be�er place in a be�er time than Providence, RI right now. I'm from Portland, Oregon originally and came here most directly from Brooklyn. Both of these communities have been bursting at the seams with creativity and city pride and it's something I've thought kept just eluding us in this gorgeous capital city. But in the last few years, I think there's been a major shi� and people are proud again to be from Providence. I can feel the whole city quickening with original thoughts, industry and events. I feel very fortunate to be here now.

Jan Faust Dane, owner of Stock Culinary Goods, pictured above

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This super glam spread is truly a member affair- from hair and make up by Luniac Glamour to styling by Shoppe Pioneer and all member models. Our amazing members take their talents to the next level and look fabulous while doing so.

LEFT TO RIGHT- On Devinat: dress, thrifted, $34 at SUEDE; necklace, stylist’s own. On Davani: Dress, Nicole Miller, $68; Necklace, J Crew, $150; All at SUEDE. On Read Cotter: dress, Greylin, $142; necklace, $54; bracelet, $28; all at Shoppe Pioneer. On Thomas: dress, thrifted, $33 at SUEDE; necklace, $18 at Shoppe Pioneer. 14

HolidaySoirée

On Devinat: fisherman sweater, D. Ra, $78 at Shoppe Pioneer; wide leg pants, Susan Troy, $260 at Shoppe Pioneer; assorted bracelets, vintage, $23 at SUEDE; assorted vintage necklaces, $18-24 at the Vault; claw necklace, stylist’s own.

On Read Cotter: dress, $38 at the Vault; necklace, Shoshanna, $55 at SUEDE; shoes, BCBGMAXAZRIA, $36 at SUEDE.

On DeMello: dress, Darling, $82; earrings, $16; all at Shoppe Pioneer.

On Thomas: silk blouse, Vintage Claude Bennett, $89 at SUEDE; leggings, $11 at Forever 21; shoes and suede purse, personal.

On Davani: handmade vintage sequined dress, $175; vintage purse, $13; all at SUEDE.

Parks and Recreation, Leslie Knope Typography Quote, 8x10 print

$26

Paperchat Shoppe

Chevron Infinity Scarf, other colors available

$68

J. Crew

Recycled cotton canvas, snap closure and interior pocket, 16” high / 10” wide / 5.5” deep

with 40” adjustable shoulder strap $24

RISD WORKS STORE

Happy socks x Madewell trouser socks

$12

MADEWELL

This dynamite duo gives us their favorite gifts to give & receive!

You Are My Sunshine, 8x10 digital print, mat and frame not included

$18

jalepeno paper

Goldie Blox and the Spinning Machine, a book series and building games for

girls to inspire future engineers $29.99

goldie bloxBailey’s Cottage Scallop Oxford

$98

Kiel james patrick

Owl cookie jar $20

Amazon

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SierraJulie&

our holiday picks

Q: HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A PVD LADY PROJECT MEMBER? A: Over two years!

Q: IN A FEW SENTENCES TELL US ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS: A: I create freehand painted, one of a kind silk scarves made with nontoxic materials, inspired by nature and imagination. The creative process brings me tremendous joy, hence the name of my business.

Q: WHAT MAKES YOUR SCARVES EXCELLENT GIFTS TO GIVE? A: Giving someone one of my scarves is like giving someone a piece of wearable art. Each piece is unique. Some people even use them as table runners, handbag accessories, etc. Plus, one can NEVER have too many scarves, don’t you agree?

Q: WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF BEING A MEMBER OF THE PVD LADY PROJECT? A: PVD Lady Project has connected me with so many talented and interesting women in the state and I’m so grateful to be a part of such an inspiring network. Also, I’m really digging the monthly active nights, where we try all sorts of fun fitness-related activities together!

Q: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PART OF THE HOLIDAYS? A: Spending time with loved ones and soaking in gratitude!

Q: BEST GIFT IDEA THIS YEAR? A: Anything local, and handmade is a bonus! You don’t need to go very far to find something for everyone on your list — Little Rhody has it all!

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JOANNA READ COTTER

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JENJEN100% Pure Vermont Maple Syrup “ Maple Syrup! It’s basically like giving the gifts of waffles, and if waffles are good enough for Leslie Knope, they’re good enough for anybody in the world. ”

$18THE SYRUP SHOP

Bronze Sunset Rock Earrings

“ Worn dressy or casual, these are perfect!

Made in the USA ”

$60 BRIKA.COM

LIVLIV

Heirloom Sweater Boots “ Sweater boots, the gift that keeps on giving... and keeps on

keeping your feet warm :) ”

$62ZIFT IT

$34

Fiona Apron

How festive is this apron? I’d love to be wearing this while entertaining this winter!

ANTHROPOLOGIE

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$19AMYAMYIllamasqua Nail

Varnish Duo

Tis the season for sparkly nails!

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1MAKE A LIST AND CHECK IT TWICE!

Utilizing whichever system works best for you, whether it be the old fashioned pen and paper or using your smart phone, create a task list for everything that you would like to accomplish this holiday season. I recommend having a calendar handy to map out a timeline for your tasks and create categories for each. Be realistic in your approach, being a busy time of year it is important to re-member you may run into unexpected scheduling conflicts, impromptu invites and the unavoidable need for rest. The most common categories to focus on for a perfectly organized holiday season include gift giving, menu planning, holiday card lists, decorations/gift wrap and the most important- time for you. Read on for tips on tackling each cate-gory that will leave you wondering why you were stressing in the first place!

2MANAGING YOUR HOLIDAY TASKS

Now that you have created your to-do list for the holidays and are ready to run with it, managing it is important.

3 GIFT GIVING

Listing everyone on your gift giving list and jotting down what you would like to get them is a surefire way to effectively tackle your shopping. Understanding and sticking to your budget is also a must. Indicate a dollar amount next to the name of each person on your list. If questions come up such as “is this gift too expensive?” Or “maybe not enough?” Remember it is not the price tag, it’s the thought that counts. Decide where and when to shop as well. Planning out your shopping route is a huge time saver. A little tip to beat the holiday masses, hit the stores during odd hours such as midweek during the day. Mall shopping not your thing? If you decide to shop online be sure to include a reasonable window time for delivery.

4 MENU PLANNING

Large family gatherings during the holidays, including holiday parties, call for lots of food! If you are the host, the key ingredient is prepar-ing in advance which will decrease your stress level. When putting your menu together don’t be shy, ask for help! Communicate with family and friends on who can bring what dish. If you are a guest, finding out in advance what to bring is important. Keep your menu and recipes together in one file on your computer, or in a folder. Having a menu to reference each year will help in planning ahead.

5 HOLIDAY CARD LIST

You may have all of the address-es needed for your holiday card list, but they may be scattered throughout your phone, address book and randomly written on post its. Gather up your address list and consolidate them onto one easy to reference template. Missing anyone? Send them an email and ask them to provide their address for you. Keep this template handy and you will be set for years to come. Keep a budget in mind for your holiday cards as well and don’t forget the postage! Set aside some time, turn on some holiday tunes and even recruit some help. Before you know it your holiday card mission will be completed.

6 DECORATIONS & GIFT WRAP

Decorating and gift wrap are an essential part of the holidays. Whether you keep it simple with a few deco-rations and uniform gift wrap, or attempt to replicate Macy’s in Herald Square these tips have got you covered. When it comes to wrapping gifts always take invento-ry on what you may have left over from last year. Once you know what you need, purchase your gift wrap in advance and store everything in one spot. I suggest using a bin dedicated to your holiday gift wrapping supplies and label it. Store pens, scissors, tape, gift tags, tissue, ribbon and bows, etc. Create a gift wrapping station and wrap gifts as you purchase them. Wrapping gifts a few at a time will help to avoid being up at 1:00 a.m. Christmas morning trying to pull it all together. Decorating for the holidays should be fun and is the perfect excuse to get creative, never stress about the details! Scheduling time is key so you aren’t decorating in a frenzy. Prep before you commit to a decorating date by going through your lights, ornaments, wreaths and other décor. Check for any broken pieces or things that may need replacement.

7 TIME FOR YOULastly, but certainly not least, is making time for your-self. While the holidays are a wonderful time to celebrate our families and friends, you can’t forget to make time for you! Throwing the holidays in the mix amongst our already hectic lives we may forget to take a time out. Do some shopping alone, take a yoga class or just take an afternoon doing what makes you happy. You will feel re-freshed, recharged and ready to take on the rest of your holiday tasks!

STAYING ORGANIZED (AND SANE!)

FOR THE HOLIDAYS!

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Gingerbread House

SIN

Celebrate the holidays with a gingerbread house. Get a kit for $24, assembled for $48, with cake for $80 Please Contact Sin: info@eatwicked.com or (401) 369-8427

$24

Pink Agate Cell Phone Case

D. S. BRENNAN PHOTOGRAPHY

Slim, impact-resistant phone case featuring my mineral photograph of beautiful pink agate.

$40

Wendy’s Wonders Knit Bow Headband

LUNIAC GLAMOUR

Handmade wool knit bow headband. Comes in a variety of colors, perfect for any girl, any age!

$35

OMI Clip-On Hair Extensions

OMI HAIR EXTENSIONS

With OMI Hair Extensions you can wash, style, and dye the hair as you would your nat-ural hair. Our clip ons also vary in hair thick-ness ranging from 120 to 200 grams of hair.

$210

Colorful Scarves

SHOPPE PIONEER

We have a plethora of vibrant color scarves for the upcoming weather. They make a great gift for you or someone else.

$24

Vigo Protective Wine Carrier

VIGOThe technology behind VIGO has protect-ed wine bottles from drops of up to 50 feet. Not that it takes nearly that kind of drop to break your favorite bottle. And guess what our boating friends, it floats too!

$50

Quilted Color Wheel Clock

EWE HAVE ME IN STITCHES12-fabric color wheel clock in dresden pat-tern. Colored fabrics are pieced together and appliqued on black (or white) background. Black background is free-motion quilted in a loopy pattern in dark gray thread.

$45

KRISTIN CRANE

Handbound book made using maps of Rhode Island. Providence is featured on the front, and Newport on the back. Book is handsewn using a coptic binding, and opens flat for easy writing or sketching.

$26

Handmade Travel Journal

Pocket Angel Charm - Love

AHLERS DESIGNSOur Pocket Angel tokens have an angel on one side and words on the other. Construct-ed of hand cast pewter, they feel great in the hand and comfort the heart. Hand cast re-claimed pewter. Made in the USA. Includes Serenity Prayer Card

$5

Upcycled Button Down Shirt Apron

CONNECT THE DOTS CRAFTS

This apron is created from an upcycled button down shirt. I try to pick fun and funky colors (plus whatever my dad and brother clean out of their closets!) to create full aprons that are great for the kitchen. Keep clean with style!

$25

PATH Fitness Ladies’ Holiday Survival Package

PATH FITNESS

A variety pack including 2 personal train-ing sessions and 3 group exercise classes (ex-cludes yoga).

$60

Custom My Méz Tray

MY MÉZPicture perfect furniture that is made to or-der in the USA. My Mez combines function-ality and art by creating unique home acces-sories. Handcrafted with eco-friendly birch, the tray is topped with a photo and treated with our water and alcohol-proof gloss.

$110

The Anywhere, Anytime Chill Guide

MSMINDBODY

Giving a copy of The Anywhere, Anytime Chill Guide is like giving a packet of seeds; many wonderful things can grow from one simple gift. For an extra touch, Kate also signs every copy that goes out.

$15

Thank You Cards

SOJOURNER HOUSE

These thank you cards were printed with images made by Sojourner House clients. 100% of all donations for these thank you cards go directly to support individuals and families impacted by domestic violence.

$5

Artisan Foods & Culinary Accessories

OIL & VINEGARMake Oil & Vinegar Greenville your online destination for “ tasteful” gifts. Lady Proj-ect members, through Dec. 31, 2013, enter promo code PLP10 and get an extra 10% off your purchase. All orders over $100 receive free shipping.

$20

The Gift of Organization

ORGANIZED FOR LIFEIn today’s busy world there are many factors that can contribute to lack of organization. Incorporate function, simplicity and the op-portunity to have more time and energy for what matters most. All gift certificates in-clude a free consultation.

$25

Handcrafted Solid Bronze Antique Stamp on Brass Chain

WOLF AND PEAR

Vintage Warrior Woman stamp from Ger-many is used on bronze to create this power-ful piece. Hung on 16 or 18 inch brass chain.

$35

Photo Session Gift Certificate

JAIME MARLAND PHOTOGRAPHY

Wedding and lifestyle photography. Gift certificates perfect for family portraits, head shots, engagements, newborns and more!

$350

I Knead You, A Shirt for Cat Lovers

FRAGGLES & FRIGGLESThis shirt is screenprinted by hand onto a super soft shirt made from a blend of cot-ton and jersey polyester using water based, non-toxic ink. The design showcases how ‘kneading’ as well as ‘needing’ can be one in the same in that they are both a sign of love.

$20

Are You Pregnant With a Dream?: A Guidebook for Bringing Any Dream to Life

CREATE YOUR LIFE!

Are You Pregnant With a Dream? is a whim-sical, detailed guide that offers numerous tools, breakthrough exercises, inspiration, and personal narratives to support every phase of bringing your dreams to life.

$15

Aroma Spa Collection

FOREVER LIVING PRODUCTS

Indulge your senses with this 3-piece collec-tion of our new aromatherapy spa products: Relaxation Bath Salts, Relaxation Shower Gel, and Relaxation Massage Lotion.

$60

Beauty Spa Gift Certificates

FACING THAYER

Give the gift of beauty and relaxation! Facing Thayer Beauty Spa & Boutique Gift Certificates make the perfect gift for every-one on your Holiday list!

ANY AMOUNT

Gift Membership

URBAN GREENS FOOD CO-OPUrban Greens Food Co-op is a consumer owned cooperative working to open a full-scale retail grocery store in Providence, RI. The store will provide and promote healthy, affordable, sustainably-sourced, and local food options.

$160

Gift Certificates

VINTAGE GIRL STUDIOS

$100 off Rhinestone, Pearl, or Diamond Sessions & Gift Certificates thru 2/14/14 Sessions $295-450. Must mention “PVD Lady Project Holiday Guide” when booking your session.

any amount

Sailor’s True Lover Bracelet

RAVEL STUDIOInspired by traditional knot work, this brace-let is a unique, bold, feminine item, perfect with any outfit! The clasp is Ravel’s signature design and entirely unique to our products. All materials and manufacturing is done lo-cally in Rhode Island.

$35

“I Am” Butterfly Necklace

BELIEVE I AM

This butterfly necklace is composed of the words “I AM” and serves as a visual cue or reminder of the characteristics you want to bring out in yourself. There are three hearts featured in our butterfly pendant, each one symbolizes a different meaning of “heart”, fitness/health, courage, and love.

$85

365 Food Calendar 2014RHODE ISLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK

Created by 16-year-old chef and food blog-ger Catherine Amoriggi of Warwick, this 2014 wall calendar features professional photos of Catherine’s dishes along with her original recipes. She’s seasoned the calendar with facts about hunger and the Food Bank.

$15

Rediscovering Your Inner & Outer Beauty Women’s Retreat (Spring)

HALF FULL, LLCRediscover what makes you unique, beautiful and confident. Attend personal development workshops designed to work on your inner beauty, then ac-centuate your outer beauty as you experience your favorite historical era at your vintage-style photo shoot. Walk away from your all-inclusive weekend with a plan for moving forward, an amazing photo montage and a renewed outlook for life.

$475

RHODE ISLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK

Contains a deck of fifty $10 discount cards for excellent locally owned restaurants. Trust me -- you know the names of these places! They are some of Providence’s finest. Each card is worth $10 off a food bill of $30 or more (tax, tip, and alcohol not included). $11 of the pur-chase price is donated to the Food Bank.

$20

City Dining Cards: Providence

A DIFFERENT KIND OF FINEOne-of-a Kind, custom made bracelets made of beautiful vintage findings (glass stone, shells, beads, metal, and bone) and bright in-dustrial cord. Made to order. For everyday. Casual, Funky, and Bright! Brighten some-one’s day!

$20

Custom Made Bracelets

Interior Design Consultation

FRESH NEST COLOR & DESIGNThe interior design consultation gift includes a 1 hour on-site consultation. We will begin with what’s working in the space and what’s not. We’ll discuss logistical problems, such as furniture placement and functionality chal-lenges like storage. And much more!

$150

“I Am Strong” Running Bikini Set

DEAR KATE & BELIEVE I AM

Can the right underwear help you achieve your dreams? Set of two.

$58

Rhode Island Constellation Print

CRAFTLANDOriginal Design featuring a Rhode Island Constellation created from the true sky map of the summer night sky. This is a high-qual-ity digital print which has been printed on bright white, uncoated cover stock. This print measures 8.5”x11”

$22

Engagement/Couple Photography Session

TWO MOON PHOTOGRAPHY

Engagement/couples photo sessions usual-ly run at $250 but because you heard about it through the spectacular Lady Project Gift Guide receive $50 off your gift price!

$200

25% ( $30) off a 4 week Session of Sewing Instruction

WEST SIDE SEWING STUDIO

25% ( $30./one free class) off the purchase of a 4 week session of sewing classes, regularly priced at $120.00, discounted to $90.00.

$90

Hand mixed clay and handset Swarovski Crystals give these rings their BLING! Ring base is Silver or Gold plated and adjustable.

$25

HARLIQUINN DESIGNS

HD Bling Ring

Inspired by natural elements, our jewelry is a twist on feminine details with a modern cool edge. All our jewelry is handmade from sterling silver & laser cut lightweight Ultrasuede fabric in our Providence studio. There are 12 beautiful colors to choose from and fabric is hand washable! All earrings are 20% off exclusively for the gift guide! Please use ‘GIFT-GUIDE2013’ at checkout!

$32 - $118

Holiday Cheer Letterpress Card

FOXTROT PRESS

Celebrate the holidays with this modern typographic letterpress card!

$5

Merry & Bright Letterpress Card

FOXTROT PRESS

Celebrate the holidays with this modern typographic letterpress card!

$5

Earrings by Studio Devinat

STUDIO DEVINATCape Cod Beach Tote

CABO CADONEW artwork includes even MORE Cape Cod! Graphic ink colors match fabric colors 100% Made in America 20” W x 16” H x 4” G with 25” Cotton Web Handles. 4” x 6” Interior Pocket. 10 oz Environmentally friendly natural cotton. Re-useable Tote Bag. Machine wash cold, line dry

$35

Jointly designed by Sierra Nevada and Dogfish Head breweries to maximize the IPA drinking experience. With high-quality German glass (the same used by sister company, Riedel) and designed with a unique ringed base, the glass funnels aroma and flavor up for the ultimate hop experience.

$24

STOCK CULINARY GOODS

The Chug-A-Lug is a leather cozy that slides snuggly onto a mason jar, offering an alter-native vessel to disposable paper and plastic cups. Made in Warren, RI, it is equal parts practical and stylish.

$28

Spiegalau IPA Glasses

STOCK CULINARY GOODS

Chug-a-Lug Leather Mason Jar Cozy

LUNA & STELLA

Each necklace begins with a single sterling silver or gold vermeil angel wing pendant, to which you can add your own unique combi-nation of birthstone charms. Necklaces start at $70, depending on selected charms

$70

KATE SALVI PHOTOGRAPHYPhoto greeting cards made with a glossy 4x6 original photo and recycled card stock. Photo is easily removable for framing. Pho-to subjects range from city scenes to floral images to animals etc.

$34

BINKA DESIGNS

Binka Designs specializes in custom and designer bedding on a budget. This duvet is hand-sewn, made from 100% cotton broad-cloth. Request a color, or design your own!

$82

Lavender Pintuck Duvet (Queen)

Angel Wing Birthstone Necklace

Greeting Cards (Pack of 10)

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Sarah Dillonaire CONTRIBUTING WRITERSKate Huot, Featherweight PrintingLauren Silveria, Organized for Life S H O O T C R E D I T S

ART DIRECTON Mihaela Hinayon PHOTOGRAPHY by Cat Laine, Painted Foot WARDROBE STYLING Jay Davani for SUEDE Natalie Morello for Shoppe Pioneer HAIR + MAKEUP Kristen Marrah + Kayla Resendes for Luniac Glamour MODELS Jay Davani, SUEDE Meghan Cowan Devinat, Studio Devinat Amy DeMello Joanna Reed Cotter, Joy In My Studio Shenaye Thomas, ChareeAmor

SPECIAL THANKS TOPiya SarawgiIan Travis Barnard Photography Ashley Gingerella-O’Shea

Special thanks

On Read Cotter (left): dress, Greylin, $142; necklace, $54; all at Shoppe Pioneer. On Davani (right): dress, Nicole Miller, $68; necklace, J Crew, $150; all at SUEDE.