A while back, I was introduced to the beautiful felted wool art from artist Maryanne Quinn, which was mainly made to order. But now there's a sale on her work and if you've got a nursery to furnish or a kid's room with a wall calling for…
We've gone cuckoo for coconuts. According to my last count, there are a million and one coconut snacks on the market today. (And, yes, that's official market data, ha.) Turns out, pure coconut is pretty healthy stuff. It is still high in…
I've been a longtime fan of the fun, spirited kids clothing by Hiho Batik since back when we started Cool Mom Picks. (Yes, even before the Obama girls were photographed wearing their tees.) But I think I might love them even more now tha…
What can I say? My kids just love poetry. Maybe it's because my singing voice sounds like a goat gargling, and maybe it's because they can always convince me to read just one more poem. There's also the possibility that poetry is a beaut…
If I fall on my sword for one thing every year, it's that retailers need to provide us with more appropriately modest two-piece swimsuits for our daughters. Last year was a tough year, with triangle bikini tops making the rounds. This ye…
Cooking with the windows open, wrists slightly dirty from picking fresh veggies, knife making a crisp choppety-choppety sound--not going to lie. I live for spring and summer produce. But, with cooking comes cleanup, which pales in compar…
When my kids were little, Manhattan Toy's Whoozit and Skwish were among their favorite playthings. And while they are still tried-and-true gifts for all the younger nieces and nephews in our lives, I am thrilled to find a fun and creativ…
We've officially hit that time of year that every day ice cream requests have replaced the every day hot chocolate requests. Since my kids have come home from school more than a few times with the telltale artificial blue-icee stains und…
Raise your hand if you've ever felt guilt--even a little--over those unfinished baby book pages, incomplete prompts and photo spaces that really, you swear you meant to put a photo in...one day... Yeah, well, me too. Which is why I think…
Living just south of Boston, the recent attacks at the Boston Marathon are still a recent and raw memory. But all the amazing signs of solidarity and strength--who would have thought Yankees fans would ever sing Sweet Caroline willingly-…
Happy Mother's Day to all the awesome mothers, grandmothers, stepmothers, mothers-in-law, and otherwise essential caretakers of the world. We hope it's the best one yet. -Liz and Kristen and Team Cool Mom Picks [9 funny Mother's Day card…
While there's something to be said for sipping wine out of those big red keg cups in the summer, I admit I always feel a little fancy when my Albarino is an actual wine glass. Unfortunately, if you're picnicking, glass isn't going to cut…
We love prolific designer and mom Rebecca Minkoff. Love! Liz is still coveting her black and white tote and Kristen continues to drool over her mint crossbody bag . So we are beyond honored (seriously) to find ourselves interviewed this …
I'm not usually one for fake flowers around the house--I much prefer the real thing. But when they're as cool and crafty as these, I could easily make an exception. Julie Romero's Handmade Paper Flowers are all made to order with 50 bloo…
Yes, we're getting down to the wire on Mother's Day cards and crafts. You've got just two more days--unless you're sending goodies out overnight, in which case get on it stat! While we've got some cool DIY Mother's Day card ideas and gif…
With Mother's Day just a few days away, it's time to focus on the little handmade touches that make the day so special and heartfelt. Along with breakfast in bed ideas , we've got a bunch of ideas for very special handmade cards and litt…
I'm not generally one for inspirational quotes around the house. But sometimes there are phrases that I just want to think about all day--and I wouldn't mind my kids spending time mulling them over either. The Work Hard and Be Nice poste…
With our family living at the pool all summer long , a strong, sturdy tote bag is a summer must-have. This year, I'm thinking of switching from my standard canvas bag to one of these amazing totes made from recycled sails. Sea Bags are a…
This week I discovered the very cool Martha Stewart jewelry craft collection while guest pinning for the Martha Stewart Living Pinterest board --which, by the way, has been so much fun. Have you stopped by yet? So I was excited to get a …
Just like snowflakes, no two moms are exactly alike. So it only follows that no two Mother's Day brunch menus should be exactly alike either. In honor of Mother's Day, I've composed three brunch menus that can be served as I've put them …
First thing each morning my kids usually plop themselves down at our kitchen table and proceed to sketch, color, and print until they're practically late for school. I love how focused they are on their little projects. I also love that …
Summer break starts in two weeks down here in Atlanta (yes, two weeks!), so I'm already stocking up on cool kids' games and activities to keep my kids occupied. My go-to stop on the web: mom-owned Cattiwampus, where I always find a few k…
When I first discovered Baby Buggy, the remarkable organization that helps new mothers most in need, I was instantly captivated. As a new mom myself, I wanted to know what I could do to help . And now, several years later, I'm so excited…
With the end of the school year looming (cue the screams of delighted children everywhere), it's time to start thinking of ways to thank the tireless, wonderful, and inspiring teachers in our kids' lives. And with tomorrow being National…
