An easy way to find cool, contemporary art for kids

by Christina Refford | Art + Decor

None of us at Cool Mom Picks has an original Picasso in our living rooms as far as I know, but we do believe in finding cool art for kids that engage, inspire, and yes, decorate. LittleCollector has long been a favorite online spot of ours for their carefully curated...

Cool Mom Picks opens an indie shop and we couldn’t be more thrilled

by Liz Gumbinner | Uncategorized

Update: Regretfully, the great.ly shop is no longer in operation. We hope you’ll find other cool stuff you love throughout our site. We are so pleased to announce the launch of the Cool Mom Picks Boutique at the wonderful new website Great.ly. This makes us so...

Mother’s Day gifts that give back, because they save lives.

by Kate Etue | Mother's Day Gifts

We’re getting down to the wire on Mother’s Day gifts, and if you’re looking for last minute inspiration, we always love gifts that give back. When you buy a beautiful, artisan gift from Given Goods this Mother’s Day, like the gorgeous Shaya...

Easy chalkboard paint DIY projects you can do this spring. Then erase, and do again.

by Kate Etue | DIY

Chalkboard paint is a big trend that we’re seeing everywhere lately. We love that it help you customize all kinds of things with a fun vintage flair. So I’ve been searching for the coolest easy chalkboard paint craft projects that I can DIY with my kids...

Pretty herb labels that help you tell your sorrel from your sage

by Liz Gumbinner | Storage + Organization

It’s the time of year that I can go for a nice, beautiful little indoor herb garden on my urban windowsill. I love the idea of always having fresh basil for pesto, and fresh mint for lemonade or iced tea.  A Click and Grow Smart Herb Garden is a great way to...

Felted wool bowls full of love. Or better, jewelry for Mother’s Day.

by Kristen Chase | Storage + Organization

I bought a few felted wool bowls a long time ago and while they seemed a bit of a frivolous purchase at the time, they turned out to be really useful. They sat on my dresser to catch all my rings, dainty bracelets, and tiny necklaces just perfectly–that is,...

Pretty desk organization: Make it your tax day resolution for next year.

by Liz Gumbinner | Storage + Organization

This is the day, my friends. Tax Day. Which is more than simply the day that you cringe as you drop that massive check into the mailbox or break open the bubbly to celebrate a refund. At least for me, it’s always the day I vow to get my receipts and accounting...

The Pop-Clock alarm clock for kids. Waking up almost seems fun.

by Kate Etue | Toys + Playthings

I have the hardest time getting my night owl daughter up for school in the mornings. She likes to come visit us most nights around 2 AM, so when morning comes around she’s too tired to get up and dressed for kindergarten. The trick that’s working for...

Decorist makes stylish, affordable, online interior design available to everyone.

by Kristin | Helpful Services

Repurposing our old furniture and accessories into our new house just doesn’t always work. That rug that was perfect in my old bedroom just doesn’t cut it in the new one, it turns out. And while I love interior design sites like nousDecor, sometimes I need...

Oh Joy for Land of Nod: A new line of baby gifts and decor bursting with fun.

by Liz Gumbinner | Art + Decor

When we heard that one of our favorite design bloggers, Joy Cho, was launching the Oh Joy for Land of Nod baby collection, we seriously couldn’t wait to get a look at it. All of her design collaborations have been terrific and we figured this one would be both...