One Cool Thing: Skura Style x Eva Mendez Sponges now in Target!

by Liz Gumbinner | Living

I shared Skura Style anti-microbial sponges when they first launched in 2018, and I’m still a subscriber who recommends them all the time. They are the best. B-E-S-T. As someone who hates housework, Skura Sponges actually make me like washing dishes, and believe...

One Cool Thing: New Grogu Crocs are on every kids’ wish list

by Liz Gumbinner | Kid Style

I just got a peek at the new Mandalorian Grogu Crocs and whew! Get ready for kids everywhere to be begging for them. It’s easily going to be among the hottest kidswear of the summer. Some sales may generate a small commission to help support us at no additional...

One Cool Thing: Make homemade crowns for Mother’s Day and give back to kids in need

by Liz Gumbinner | DIY, Mother's Day Gifts

While this DIY crown and tiara kit from SuperSmalls is designed for kids, it reminds me of the homemade Mother’s Day crowns, jewelry boxes, necklaces, and other sparkly gifts my kids made me when they were young. The kit makes it so easy for kids to accomplish...

One Cool Thing: Social-emotional learning through play

by Liz Gumbinner | Toys + Playthings

While looking at all the amazing new toys and gifts out this year to include in our new and improved Ultimate Birthday Gift Guide (it’s on its way!), I came across this just wonderful Shapes of Emotions social-emotional learning toy. It seems like a clock at...

One Cool Thing: These cool toys get kids outdoors – and help plant trees with every purchase

by Liz Gumbinner | Doing Good, Toys + Playthings

We’ve officially hit that stage of mid-April when the weather is warm everywhere, and we’re trying to get the kids to play outside more. While browsing for some cool new outdoor toys for kids, I came across an awesome program:  One of our favorite indie...

One Cool Thing: Skout Organic all-natural snack bars pass the picky kid test.

by Cool Mom Team | Food + Recipes, Kids

This Earth Month happened to be the perfect time for us to stumble on Skout Organic, as a lot of us are thinking about how to get more plant-based foods into our family’s bellies. So why not start with the lunch box? We recently tried the certified organic,...

One Cool Thing: Jackie Robinson commemorative merch is a fantastic gift for fans

by Liz Gumbinner | Kids

There’s a whole lot going on in April: Tax Day, Earth Day, and the first full month of baseball season. And this year, there’s something extra special coming up — the 20th anniversary of Jackie Robinson Day. Poking around for something cool at the...

Mott & Bow jeans make it easy (and fun!) for you to find the perfect fit. And maybe some extra savings.

by Liz Gumbinner | Fashion

After seeing ads for Mott & Bow denim in my Instagram feed for a while, a friend insisted that I had to check them out. I did! And I ordered! Turns out the brand isn’t only legit, they’re beloved by a ton of fashion editors, they have customers who...

One Cool Thing: Colorful Mermaid Scale Wine Tumblers

by Liz Gumbinner | Kitchen + Dining

While it’s still a little cold in my neck of the woods — because, April in New York — we’re getting a little spring fever around here and we’re determined to get outside more. Even if jackets are required. Next week, we’ve got plans...

One Cool Thing: Happy Jack x Kenneth Cole is supporting students struggling with mental health

by Liz Gumbinner | Doing Good, Style + Beauty

You know how much we love gifts that give back, and I was thrilled to find one more in the new Happy Jack x Kenneth Cole capsule collection. Our posts may contain affiliate links and some purchases generate a small commission to support our work at no additional cost...