by Cool Mom Team | Kid Style
With the world kind of in flux these days, I’m definitely finding myself gravitating towards soft, simple, children’s clothing that harkens back to a simpler time– whether or not that simpler time is more legend than fact. In any case, a few clicks...
by Cool Mom Team | Toys + Playthings
The thought of an infant gumming on a New York City taxi sounds pretty unsanitary until you see the adorable, soft crocheted baby rattle toy found at Estella NYC. Handmade by Peruvian artisans, this small taxicab is the perfect size for little hands to grab and gnaw....
by Cool Mom Team | Cards + Stationery
While I love to send a card and a little something to our friends and family on special occasions, that “little something” can definitely add up. So if you’re looking for a way to send just a holiday or birthday card and not look like el cheapo,...
by Cool Mom Team | Art + Decor
If you haven’t noticed, 2009 appears to be the year of the owl– at least when it comes to baby accessories. I suppose that it’s sort of fitting, seeing as how owls are awake all night long, not unlike some babies I know. Sigh.At least this lovely...
by Cool Mom Team | Toys + Playthings
I guess I have birthday gifts on the brain this week after finding those cute crowns. Today’s pick: The Raplapas party animals. Each adorable stuffed pig, elephant, bird or rabbit is soft (ooh, cotton velvet), cuddly and topped off with a party hat, making it an...
by Cool Mom Team | Kid Style
In an effort to spend less on disposable birthday party supplies, I’m loving so many of the beautiful crowns and princess hats I keep discovering. The latest: this handmade kids’ wool felt crown from Asheville designer Liz Stiglets of Cozy Blue. I love the...
by Cool Mom Team | Helpful Services
There’s a whole lot of kids’ clothes we feature here that must inspire the craftier moms among us to proclaim I could make that myself. Well la-di-da for you– not all of us are so very skilled that we could “make that ourselves” without...
by Cool Mom Team | Cards + Stationery
I cannot tell you how guilty I feel tossing a baby announcement. Not only does it stink to have to add to the landfill, but it just seems odd to put a baby’s picture in the trashcan. So I had to check out Botanical Paperworks, a Canadian company that creates all...
by Cool Mom Team | Toys + Playthings
With three kids, I’ve got to have toys up my sleeve any time we head out or risk the consequences–or better, bring along a fabulous Discovery Tote from Helicopter Studios.Artist and mom Shannon Duffy originally created these imagination inspiring totes for...
