More coolness from recent weeks…
The ultimate funny mom mug. Because it’s true.
While we tend to giggle at the cliché of "World's Greatest Mom" mugs around here, the truth is, anything our kids get us (or make us) at all is appreciated. Mother's Day in particular is one time of year that sappy and sentimental is on the mark. This mug, however, is...
That exquisite new children’s outfit? It had a past life as a men’s shirt.
It's been a while since we've found a label along the lines of Seven Smooches, a favorite indie designer who repurposes vintage clothing into stunning upcycled clothes for children and babies. And now...well, found one! A great one. Enter mom-run Kallio NYC. For...
Pop Karma gourmet popcorn will spoil you for every other popcorn for life.
So let's talk popcorn. Specifically, gourmet popcorn. More specifically, White Truffle Cheddar organic popcorn from Pop Karma. Or wait--you talk a minute, because my mouth is still full. A friend recently sent me some of this stuff from NYC's illustrious little...
Sweet Chocolate Jesus Saves Your Easter
Lent is over, Easter is here, and while the kids are swimming in jelly beans and Peeps, we think it's only fair that the adults get a little indulgence of their own. And that's where the Chocolate Jesus comes in. This is no ordinary chocolate Jesus (should you be...
Tasty cocktail recipes from organic liquor are a perfect way to toast Earth Day.
They say that to take care of anyone else, you first need to take care of yourself. This year I'll prepare to show our planet Earth Day love by first showing myself some love with one (maybe two?) of these eco-cocktails made with organic liquor. Hey, we've gone...
Learning dishes for kids and other educational tableware that sneak some brain food in with the vegetables
Mealtime is the one time my busy kids sit still for a little while, so I love that smart people are creating such interesting learning dishes for kids, educational placemats, and other housewares that let kids do more than doodle at the table. Or uh, play Candy Crush....
5 last-minute Easter egg printables and craft ideas for kids.
It's the day before Easter, you have a million things to do, and the eggs still need decorating? Give yourself a break, skip the dye (as much as we love dyeing Easter eggs), and go straight for these adorable Easter egg printables and craft ideas that the kids will be...
How to dye Easter eggs naturally: Step by step instructions and inspiration
As much as we're fans of finding creative ways to decorate Easter eggs without dye, we have a few die-hard dyers (or dye-hards?) in my family. Specifically my stepfather, who pretty much refuses to add a single sticker, wrapper or otherwise unnatural Easter egg...
No need for a hunt, we’ve got your last minute Easter recipes right here.
We've been looking forward to Easter for a while now, excitedly collecting Easter recipes. Most are decadent sweets—from Easter cakes (lots of cakes) to cake pops—but we've thrown in a few healthy Easter snacks, too. Because children can not live on chocolate alone....
Dad’s Book of Awesome Science Experiments that moms think are awesome too
When cool dad and author Mike Adamick's new Dad's Book of Awesome Science Experiments (phew!) arrived at our door, my oldest daughter screamed with delight and I haven't seen the book since. Whether you're looking to get your kids more excited about science or are...
Custom jewelry from kids’ artwork: The Mother’s Day gift that makes everyone cry.
One of my favorite Mother's Day gifts--or Father's Day gifts or holiday gifts, for that matter--is taking my kids' artwork and having it turned into something custom and special, whether it's jewelry or a key chain. I've now ordered custom jewelry from kids' artwork...
Steve’s Ice Cream delivers. In more ways than one.
As a college student in Boston, I remember the lines around the block for Steve's Ice Cream, the originator of Heath Bar Crunch and the first place I had ever heard of mix-ins which now...well, what gourmet ice cream brand doesn't offer them? So when I heard Steve's...
Bubbly Babies: A gentle, vegan shampoo for kids
With a second grade mermaid in my house who hates showers but loves her long hair, I often find myself at sea when selecting a shampoo and just found it with a wonderful new 100% vegan shampoo for kids. Most baby shampoos aren't qualified to care for big kid hair, but...
Rag and Bone Bindery’s sweet handcrafted photo albums make perfect gifts for Mother’s Day
We all love to give photos as gifts here at Cool Mom Picks, and they're especially wonderful when you have really nice photo albums to put them in. I feel like the only way I see pictures anymore is through Instagram or custom photo books, which I love, but there's...
The Petit Collage book of crafts: Perfect for DIYers, or those who always wanted to be.
It's entirely possible that we are Petit Collage groupies, considering how many times we've gushed over their beautifully designed toys, books, and kids' room decor. And now with Petit Collage 25 Easy Craft + Decor Projects For A Playful Home, we have even more cause...
Pretty desk organization: Make it your tax day resolution for next year.
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 more...
Cool historical shirts for kids, because some of our superheroes are real
I'm the first to freak out over great superhero shirts for my kids (and myself), but there's something to be said for actual heroes from history. Sure, Thor has a rad hammer, but Abraham Lincoln did real good in the world. So we're digging these retro-stylish...
Buildex Speed Machines: Cool building toys for kids who love their wheels
If you're looking for a neat little birthday gift, or perhaps something unique for the Easter basket, check out the Buildex Speed Machine construction toy. Because not every kid wants just a bunny in her basket. These brightly colored, wooden-construction building...
An anti-aging cream from Lumene skin care that gives us one more reason to look forward to bedtime.
It was suuuuper fun sitting down with an aesthetician last week when she asked what kind of beauty products I was interested in, and I had to pause and mutter, "Uh....anti-aging cream I guess." Though considering anti-aging beauty products are being marketed to women...
6 cool cakes for Easter that are actually easier than they look. No pastry degree required.
Most cakes for Easter are elaborately decorated beyond the point that I'm interested in or, um, able to take on. Tired of gawking at fabulous no-can-do cakes (you know what I'm talking about), I decided to find six easy but cool cakes for Easter with recipes that...
5 of our favorite cool tech picks you don’t want to miss this week
In case you missed them, here are 5 of our most popular cool tech picks from Cool Mom Tech this past week. Enjoy! 1. When you see what this amazing 3-D printer cando, you will understand why it's blowing up Kickstarter. 2. 9 Tips for redecorating or...