More coolness from recent weeks…
GoodWood Blocks are, well, good wood
We've got no shortage of toys in our house, but of all the ones my kids consistently play with, their simple set of building blocks win over anything else they own every single time. So when I saw the GoodWood Deconstructive Blocks, I knew my kids would flip. Because...
B Kind 2 Earth Day
I can hardly believe that Earth Day is older than I am. (Ah, feeling young -- what mom doesn't love that?) Begun in 1970 as a means of demonstrating broad public support for the environmental cause, Earth Day is a reminder that this planet is a pretty cool place to...
Cuter than the average pic-a-nic basket
I don't care if Toronto hasn't quite gotten the spring memo yet-- I'm already dreaming about park visits and picnic lunches. And when I spotted this adorable insulated picnic lunch bag at ModCloth, I fell in love. And I knew right away that I wouldn't be handing it...
Damn Fine Tea – My haven from the squalls of motherhood
For over 2000 years at least, civilizations rose and fell, wars were won and lost-- all for tea. And now, it's a just another rack of brightly colored, shrink-wrapped boxes at the supermarket. That's a damn shame. But Damn Fine Tea is trying to bring tea back where it...
Two green thumbs up for these Earth Day ideas that don’t cost you a dime
If you've been reading Cool Mom Picks for a while, you know that we are always looking for sustainably-made, eco-friendly products from conscientious companies, big and small. So for this Friday's Earth Day, instead of giving you more green products you can buy...
Everybody’s crazy ’bout a sharp dressed little man
If your little guy is anything like mine, his wardrobe is stocked with a lot of the standard-issue dude-themed clothes: frogs, trucks, monkeys. You know. So I thought this new idea for a mini-man's dresser was especially brilliant. In fact, it might be a...
Here comes Peter Zombietail
There is no joy like a frozen hollow chocolate rabbit. All year, I long for crisp milk chocolate that crumbles in with every bite. But have you ever wondered why they're hollow? Have you ever wondered what happened to their... BRAAAAAAAIIIIIIINS?We did. And we think...
Super hero costumes for our always super kids
Does your child leap tall buildings in a single bound? Is she faster than a speeding bullet or sometimes confused with a bird or a plane? I know all about this phenomenon because my daughter is a super girl who also demands super hero costumes with style. (Don't miss...
The sporty convertible that won’t mess up your hair.
It's sleek, sporty, and goes from backpack to messenger bag in less than thirty seconds. But, unlike those $60,000 convertibles, it won't mess up your hair, and you probably won't swallow a bug while using it.Oh, and it's called Annie.[don't miss a great giveaway...
The Easter Bunny probably hates storing baskets, too
You know what I've always wondered about Easter baskets? Where people store them every other day of the year. Because if there's one thing that's not exactly storage-friendly, it's a big, round basket with a gigantic handle on top. This is why I adore the beautiful...
Hey kids – Go play outside!
Here in Atlanta where I live, the weather has been nice since the beginning of March, which means my kids have already exhausted Hide n' Seek, Freeze Tag, and two entire boxes of sidewalk chalk. So when I saw this book when I was at the Mom 2.0 Summit in New Orleans...
Here come the new and improved ABCs
Just when I thought an artist couldn't do anything new or inspired to the good old but very played out alphabet decor, artist Lorena Siminovich of Petit Collage wows me with her brand new poster prints. These new ABC poster prints are making me wish I had another...
Bumbleride Movement Edition stroller has got it going on.
The Movement edition stroller, in case the name isn't clear enough, is all about getting moms moving and keeping babies comfortable, making it easier to be active with baby, no matter what the weather. (Because we all know how a wet, uncomfortable baby can ruin a good...
Appaman launches for Target making coolness more affordable
At this point, it's not news that Target is spot-on in the designer collaboration department. They seem to keep churning out awesome new collection after awesome new collection with the hottest kid brands around. And now it's Appaman's turn. Hooray! Appaman, the...
Now, kids can get paid to do good
You might remember when we told you about YesKidzCan!, the folks who are helping your kids figure out ways they can start changing the world for the better right now. We love their mission and their Act of Kindness kits, but now they're taking it even further. Check...
Nothing says spring like a bunny on your plate.
Even vegetarians can get behind this pick. Because the well-plated rabbits that have captured my heart are from our clever friends at Le Papier Studio-- you know, the folks who brought us that ingenious Easter Egg Silhouette tutorial and end up in our gift guides year...
Just the facts, Ma’am. On a onesie.
I love to relive my kids' momentous birth day with my husband, my kids and pretty much anyone who will listen. (Admit it--I'm not alone here.) So for all of us who are birth date obsessed, we've found a pretty cool keepsake. These adorable birth announcement onesies...
Thought you could never afford to be an art collector? Think again with Exhibition A.
I'm a big fan of all the members-only online shopping sites. I've bought many outfits, handbags and even a vacation through them, but now I can expand my shopping arena to the world of art. Real art. As in, by real artists. And the best part is, it won't break the...
The Children’s Choice Book Awards–One award show you don’t have to stay up until midnight for.
Here's something we love: Now through April 29, you and your little ones can cast votes for the finalists in the Children's Choice Book Awards. What a cool way to get your kid involved in picking new titles to grab from the library.The categories are sorted by age,...
Metal lunch boxes like the olden days, only way cooler
Remember back when lunch boxes were actually metal? I had a Holly Hobby one I adored (no cracks about my age, please!), though if I'd had the option of having my name on the box I probably would've happily chucked Holly for that.Name Your Design is covering...
Pillow Pets – The cool, cotton, fair trade kind
I'm fortunate to have a daughter who takes violin right next to the Blabla Kids storefront in Atlanta, so every week, I poke my head in to say hello to their lovely staff and design team, and take a peek at what's new. And just wait until you see the cuteness that's...