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Hit the motherlode of custom gifts for mom at Hatch

We spend a lot of time curating the best of the best custom gifts for mom–or dad or grads or pretty much anyone. What can we say, we love customizing gifts which can turn a perfectly lovely present into a more special keepsake. Now with Mother’s Day around...

6 of the coolest dollhouse kits that promote building, design, and imaginative play. We want to live in them.

by Christina Refford | Toys + Playthings

Dollhouses have always been a common feature on the floors of Toy Fair, but Liz and I noticed more and more options this year with dollhouse kits that add building and design, and sometimes even circuitry, to the act of play. Future architects and designers of the...

12 Fun things to do during a snow day with the kids: Great ideas to keep you warm and sane

by Liz Gumbinner | DIY

If like lots of us, you’re snowed in and not quite feeling intrepid enough to brave the frigid temperatures for an icy sled run, we have you covered with some ideas for fun things to do during a snow day, besides turning on the new PS4. (Not that there’s...

Last minute gift ideas: Lots of ideas when you have little or no time to spare

by Liz Gumbinner | Holiday Picks

Last minute gift ideas are always the toughest. You have all these last minute people you forgot about (with no offense to them–we get busy!) and suddenly you’re stuck with whatever you can find in the drugstore aisles. Fortunately the drugstore chains...

Wrap it up with the coolest free printable gift tags and gift wrap

by Christina Refford | DIY

Running low on gift tags and holiday wrapping paper right when you really need them? Want to avoid a shopping center parking lot at all costs this close to Christmas? Yeah, us too. No worries: Download some of these gorgeous printable gift tags or holiday gift wrap...

Deck the house with the coolest Christmas printables, lots of them free

by Christina Refford | DIY, Holiday Picks

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...

15 of the best free printable Valentine’s cards for the classroom (no cheesy ones, promise)

by Christina Refford | DIY, Valentine's Day

With Valentine’s Day coming up, many of us are frantically searching for free printable Valentine’s cards to get our kids ready for the Annual Valentine’s Day Card Exchange that’s a tradition in so many schools. Get ready with this carefully...

What to do with your kids during a snowstorm

by Cool Mom Staff | DIY

With the big snowstorm about to hit the Northeast, we’re gathering activities to keep our kids busy and happy while the snow falls outside. So make sure your fridge is stocked, grab some hot chocolate, and check out these helpful suggestions. Stay safe and warm,...

Modern Nativity scenes you won’t mind the children touching

by Christina Refford | Toys + Playthings

When you consider that most nativity sets include a couple of sheep, some people, an angel, and a stable, is it any wonder that most kids can’t wait to get their hands on them? But after my three were finished playing with the set I had growing up, I understood...

11 awesome handmade gifts you don’t need a design degree to create

by Christina Refford | DIY

After spending a few minutes on Pinterest at this time of the year, I start to feel seriously inadequate in the crafting arena. I don’t mind stretching a little bit to make something awesome, but I’d rather not lose my mind in the process. If you too get...