Connecting Printer to MacBook Air

Hello all,
I have a MacBook Air 11" (OS X Lion) from December 2011 (I assume it's still the same type of MacBook Air that they're selling now). Anyway, my mom has a PC Desktop (Windows Vista) to which an HP Deskjet Printer is attached. My MacBook is pretty much always in the same room as the PC (6' away or so) and I was wondering if there is a way to wirelessly connect the printer to my MacBook so I don't always have to email myself stuff.
Thanks!
PS: Plz. provide step-by-step instructions in response! Thx!

gymgator97,
What is the specific model and model number of the printer connected to your mothers Vista machine(let me know if you have trouble locating this info there are some guides to locate it)? It may be possible to connect printer wirelessly and have both machines use it as a network attached printer.
I work with HP but my posts and opinions are my own.

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