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10 of the best Christmas cookies from around the world
Modern city gal though I think myself, I have a total weakness for traditional Christmas cookie swaps. There's something so cool about seeing the Christmas cookies from around the world that come from sometimes generations-old recipes from a melting pot of friends....
Crafty gift kits for the creative people on your holiday list
Have a budding Martha Stewart on your holiday shopping list? Go ahead and check them off — these sweet little craft kits from Purl Soho (the folks behind The Purl Bee) are just perfect. Knitting, embroidery, and other craft projects are all packed in perfect kits...
It’s beginning to smell a lot like Christmas: natural, affordable holiday edition soaps that make cleaning less of a chore
One of the little things I do over the holidays is swap out the grapefruit dish soap or lavender hand pump for something a little more festive. It's a simple way to make everything feel more holiday-ish the second we walk in the door. It used to be that only the...
Move over, Gingerbread Man: 7 delectable twists on that holiday fave
If you're anything like me, you've waited all year for a taste — or two or three — of gingerbread. Warm and spicy, the combination of molasses and holiday spice makes any sweet even sweeter. These seven gingerbread recipes, from cookies to waffles to whoopie pies, are...
Ever wished you could bathe in a peppermint mocha?
I love my peppermint mocha latte as much as the next girl, so it's a shame they're gone so fast that all I'm left with is a whipped cream mustache and fond memories. But when you combine the delicious scent of peppermint and cocoa with luscious body products backed by...
The best books for kids 2013: A round-up of the best 2013 round-ups of the best books for kids.
We wanted to find the best books for kids in 2013, but over 1350 books are published every week! It's easy to miss a story your kids would love. So we've rounded up 15 of the best round-ups on the internet from all kinds of writers, editors and bloggers, of this...
Sweet and simple: Apropos Roasters gifts and stocking stuffers
If you're like me, there's a bunch of people to whom you'd like to give a little something for the holidays, but they aren't quite up to the level of say, a cashmere sweater. I usually whip up some handmade holiday food gifts in the kitchen, but to save time this year...
Because Grandma’s walls could use a little gifting: beautiful custom photo canvases
It's no secret that the Cool Mom Picks team loves to find unique photo gifts for family, friends and teachers. While photo books are a great option for any price level, it's actually affordable and easier than you think to create custom photo canvases too. Because,...
Jewelry that feels as good to give as to get from the Kwagala Project
I've always said that one of my favorite categories in our Holiday Gift Guide are gifts that give back. We managed to pare it down to 14 this year, but honestly we could have gone on forever. And while you have probably heard of some of our favorite...
Hallmark rewards you for sending the cards you’d send anyway. Hey, thanks!
- Don't miss a $500 giveaway we put together just for Cool Mom Picks readers! - As big proponents of sending cards (and saving the ones we receive ourselves, for all of eternity), we're pretty excited to see just how many beautifully designed, modern cards are being...
A cool modern take on the holiday wreath that’ll never wilt or shed
I had a lovely Christmas wreath once. But then the cat got to it. You can only clean up so much pine barf before your door goes naked. And that's why I love this fabulous and unexpected take on the traditional door-hanging: it's natural, but not too natural. Our pals...
Jammies Pret-a-Porter: An extra-sweet stocking stuffer for an extra-sweet baby
I'm a sucker for cute packaging. Pair that with an even cuter baby outfit and you've got one adorable gift idea for any baby in your life who's too young for chocolate Santas just yet. Jammies Prêt-à-Porter is an all-in-one gift for a stylish baby, coming in its own...
Deck the house with the coolest Christmas printables, lots of them free
Liven up your Christmas decor this year by printing out some great printable holiday decorations without leaving the comforts of home. The best part: you won't need a degree in Paper Arts or a stash of obscure crafting supplies to get these pieces ready to display....
We know what the fox says. And we know his preferred ride: the special-edition stroller from Mamas & Papas
I know it doesn't technically appear in the Chinese Zodiac, but I really do think that 2013 was the Year of the Fox. That cute bushy tail. The little pointy nose. And, of course, the song that my kids won't stop singing. So I think Mamas & Papas have really hit...
Holiday decorating and entertaining made stylish and easy thanks to The Prowl
With only 15 days left until Christmas (yep, we went there), we're in full-on holiday decorating mode, which is why we're loving how easy our partner The Prowl makes it to find everything we need, or uh, might have forgotten. All with just a few clicks. And no packing...
Bella’s: The biscotti that makes other biscotti want to give up and just be some other cookie entirely.
I have never been a huge biscotti fan. It's often dry, a bit devoid of flavor, and to be honest, tastes stale to me. And then I found biscotti from Bella's Home-Baked Goods and behold, for the Italian dessert angels did shine upon us all. Any good biscotti maker can...
3 classic holiday treats for kids with food allergies
It's no fun being that kid with food allergies who gets a chocolate Santa in your stocking, only to find your mom taking it away because there are no ingredients written on the foil. But it's probably worse being that mom. So we're happy to see more delicious...
5 crock pot party dips you can make–and carry–easily
It's no secret that I think the crock pot is a miracle machine for busy family cooks, and not just for weeknight meals. Crock pots are also great for keeping big quantities of food at just the right temperature when you're entertaining, or especially when you're...
You guys can see the Snuffleupagus, too, right?
I still remember how frustrating it was when the adults on Sesame Street couldn't see fuzzy, lovable Snuffy, and Big Bird always got in trouble for whatever trouble that big, clumsy critter caused. Boy, was I glad I didn't have an imaginary friend — or a sibling! But...
Keep it Down Tea: As the name implies, give the gift of not barfing.
We love fun, indulgent gifts from time to time, but sometimes a practical present can be a lifesaver. If you know a pregnant mom who's experiencing morning sickness, here's how to be her holiday angel. And don't worry--you can still place it in an adorable mug and tie...
Meet (and possibly chew on) Reba the Wooden Reindeer
You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen. But do you know Reba? You should. She's a great gift for the little person in your life who likes handmade wooden toys on wheels. Reba the Wooden Reindeer comes to you from Imagination Kids, a mom-and-pop Etsy shop...