More coolness from recent weeks…
Quirky cool note cards to send just for fun. Because mustaches are awesome.
How fantastic are these mustachioed cards from Doo Daa Studios? Each of the cool note cards features a face with a quirky personality and an interactive, reshapeable mustache, which our kids will love to play with. Looking to bring back the fun of sending cards in the...
Trymbl: Free beauty samples from a smart new online boutique
I am totally a fan of free beauty samples--isn't everyone? After all, my days are filled with more soccer games and ballet practices than they are with leisurely shopping excursions where I can try out the latest, greatest beauty products, making it hard to know...
Cool, colorful carry-on luggage – should you be able to tear yourself away from black.
I was never a colorful carry-on luggage gal; I've spent most of my life fairly satisfied with black, until recently when I was forced to check a bag--then watched at the carousel as about six people picked up my bag and put it back down before it got to me. Eep....
Stylish, fun wooden doctor’s kits for your own little medic
Based on the number of awesome-looking, well-made wooden doctor's kits we saw at Toy Fair, we expect that a lot of kids will have fun taking care of all their new patients. Here's a recap of some of the nicest doctor's kits for kids that we saw, all of which should be...
Look up “adorbs” in the dictionary, find these cool onesies for babies
If you don't know what totes adorbs means, the Earth Cadets shop will show it to you (Or, a teen who you wish would talk like someone from Earth) with a selection of wildly cool onesies for babies. From organic cotton one-pieces and adult tees to pillows and recycled...
Steal this look: The Lupita Nyong’o headband at the Oscars
We try not to play favorites (too much) but we admit to cheering loudly the second Lupita Nyong'o hit the Oscars red carpet in that stunning sky blue Prada dress accessorized with a fabulous gold and diamond headband--right through her well-deserved Oscar win and her...
DIY building kit from Brooklyn, for your architect in training
Maybe you have a kid at home like mine, who is always asking about how buildings stand up, or "Mom, who made that bridge?" This great Water Tower DIY building kit that we found at our hometown favorite Brooklyn Makers is a creative way to take his curiosity about...
5 of our favorite tech picks you don’t want to miss this week
In case you missed them, here are 5 of our most popular posts from Cool Mom Tech this past week. 1. We've got the scoop on a brand new Toca Boca app. Need we say more? 2. Here's a smart and very adorable way to kill those icky toothbrush germs. 3. We're loving...
Everything is awesome with the new Lego Movie sets
Oh you knew I'd go there with the headline, didn't you? What can I say, just as I said in my Lego Movie review, the song has been stuck in my head for life. Another thing you probably knew: the Lego Movie sets were not long to follow the huge success of the film....
Dr. Seuss recipes are a delicious way to celebrate his birthday
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! To mark what would have been Theodore Geisel's 110th birthday, we've pulled together 8 simple, quick, and delicious Dr. Seuss recipes to enjoy while we read some of our favorite Dr. Seuss books. We promise, these are easy, whether you whip...
The new Coach bags: The coolest of colorblock for spring
Ooh, how the new Coach bags are tempting me this spring. I've loved the whole colorblock trend even before it was hot, which means I've got lots of pieces I can pull right out of my closet and wear in a snap. But these stylish handbags are giving me a little something...
Oscar party food ideas: Clever recipes inspired by this year’s Best Picture nominees.
Whether you’re having a full-blown awards bash or just plan on curling up with one other person, we've got the Oscar party food ideas for you. Nothing’s better than watching the Oscars with good food, some Champagne cocktails, and folks who’ll talk—or at least listen—...
5 of our favorite Pinterest pins of the week
Obsessed with Pinterest as we are? Follow us for cool pins and great finds like this every day. 1. Ninja toothbrush thing! 2. A mac n cheese recipe that warms us up just thinking about it. 3. Disney vacation tips that can make or break your stay. 4. The new LEGO set...
The new SJP shoes by Sarah Jessica Parker have arrived at Nordstrom! But which ones are worth the designer prices?
Today, Nordstrom launched their exclusive, and much-awaited new line of SJP shoes designed by Sarah Jessica Parker. And as someone who's seen her a couple of times in person (from afar), they are very her. Lots of high heeled, strappy sandals in hot designer styles...
11 smart, simple play date tips to keep things fun for your baby.
We remember when play dates were just called "hey, let's invite Jennifer over." But now play dates are an actual Thing, and the very first one with your baby can provoke a little anxiety. Though it doesn't have to; it's a fun excuse to get out of the house as a new...
Bring some glam to your Oscars party with these fun DIY ideas and printables
I just love a good awards show. The Grammys, Golden Globes, and the Tonys are great, but for me, the Oscars is the ultimate--Hollywood at its finest. If you enjoy celebrating the Academy Awards at home as much as I do, these easy DIY ideas will amp up your...
Fun tooth fairy traditions to help celebrate a first lost tooth. (Sniff.)
If your child is about to lose a first tooth--or maybe getting ready to lose a second or third--there are so many wonderful tooth fairy traditions you can create besides the old tooth-for-cash swap. Some are old, some new, some crafty, some high tech. So on behalf of...
FashionABLE scarves’ new spring line warms us up in lots of ways
We love FashionABLE (now Able) scarves. They're gorgeous and well made--some of the most stylish scarves we've seen anywhere--and their human touch makes us even more devoted fans. In fact, see our editor Liz sporting the Genet Scarf along with three other blog...
The popular Cloud B night light embraces the octopus and the fox. No narwhals just yet.
I may in fact be the very last parent to come around on the Twilight Turtle from Cloud B, and its myriad night light variations. But after seeing a few children absolutely go from panicked to peaceful at night with this thing by their bedside, I'm converted. Even more...
Your guide to winter citrus and 9 easy, delicious citrus recipes
Have you noticed a big splash of winter citrus brightening your supermarket produce aisle? If not, take a closer look. We’re at the height of the season, and I’m here to help you pick the best, juiciest citrus fruit--from satsuma oranges to Meyer lemons--including 9...
Ann and Nan are Anagrams – The perfect book for your future word nerds.
If your kids love wordplay as much as mine do, then Ann and Nan are Anagrams: A Mixed-Up Word Dilemma is going to be their new favorite book. With more than 101 anagrams hidden throughout the narrative and wonderful illustrations, it's part kids' storybook, part...