by Christina Refford | DIY
We are in full-on planning mode for Halloween here at Cool Mom Picks, with adorably unique costume ideas for babies, yummy Halloween treats, gorgeous handmade masks and invitations, and even the best not-too-scary party ideas for the littlest goblins and ghouls. And...
by Kristen Chase | Fashion
I popped over to my local lingerie shop to stock up on some new Hanky Panky thongs for fall (What, TMI? We’re all friends here!) and I spotted the new Spanx faux leather leggings on the owner. Instantly I was all What are those fabulous things you are...
by Kate Etue | Uncategorized
I typically think of gingerbread houses as a Christmas tradition, but my family is usually so slammed with other activities then that we don’t get around to it. So this year I’m thinking, why not build a candy house for the holiday that’s all about...
by Esther Chen | Storage + Organization
I’m in love–with closet dividers. I know, it’s weird, but I am. I don’t derive much pleasure from organizing, but these Lucy Darling closet dividers actually make me want to organize my baby’s closet. They’re so, well, darling....
by Liz Gumbinner | Beauty + Cosmetics
One of the more promising trends at the NY International Toy Fair earlier this year was the introduction of even more safe, natural makeup for girls, for when they’re are heading out somewhere a little special, putting on plays at home, or this month, painting...
by Delilah S. Dawson | Art + Decor
Origami will always be cool, but some of us will never progress past making hats. Now you can display crisp, fancy origami creatures proudly, whether you actually possess intricate paper folding skill or not, thanks to these modern-style origami art prints. Our pals...
by Stephanie Slate | Baby
In my early days of parenting, finding beautiful handmade baby gifts was something you really had to work on. But now, they’re popping up everywhere. And as we try to pare it down to just our favorites we’re happy to discover Cheengoo who just might...
by Melissa | Health, Fitness + Wellbeing
As a mom of two boys, I have cleaned up a lot of pee in the past six years. Potty training boys involves many missed toilet bowls, thanks to potties that don’t accommodate the special needs of boy parts. If only I had had a Potty Wiz, a new smart potty training...
by Esther Chen | Art + Decor
What’s black and white and chic all over? Your baby’s future nursery, of course! If you’re looking for something other than the traditional blues, pinks and yellows, we’ve got you covered. I’m a huge fan of this gender-neutral nursery...