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 …
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…
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 kit…
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 l…
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 st…
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,…
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…
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…
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 Ki…
Nobody can resist a great food-related holiday gift, even the pickiest eater. We've rounded up the absolute coolest and most delicious foodie holiday gifts for kids , no matter how fussy their appetite. Tiny Hands scented food charms mig…
We are beyond thrilled to launch our 8th annual Holiday Gift Guide , with more than 200 gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list. We did not mess around this year, mamas. And we've got an awesome new format to make it even easier…
We grownups know that the best part of holiday parties are holiday party appetizers. This year, I'm letting the kids in on our fun with seven appetizers that they'll love, too. These kid-friendly apps are grown-up enough for the adults, …
We're the first to admit that holiday gift shopping online can be a little overwhelming. Yes, even us. So many shops, so many items, and really, no one perfect way to keep track of who wants what and who bought what. But that's why we lo…
I've always been pretty crafty. Problem is, I've also always been kind of unmotivated to gather up all the materials required for said craftiness. So I'll get these great ideas for homemade holiday gifts and then never follow through. Un…
Reading The Night Before Christmas is a holiday staple in our house, though this new personalized Night Before Christmas book for kids that stars one special child throughout the pages is sure to be the new Christmas favorite for years t…
Nanny always said sweet tea is the thing for frayed nerves. (And we think Black Friday weekend might fit the bill, eh?) That means elegant teas are a fantastic gift for the holidays, especially when troublesome relatives like Cousin Isob…
May your day be filled with love, laughter, and lots of turkey and stuffing. Thank you for being the best readers ever. Happy Thanksgiving! -Kristen, Liz, and the Cool Mom Picks team [poster via Paper Wing Prints ]
This Thanksgiving, whether you're feeding dozens or just your immediate family, you just may need some last minute Thanksgiving meal help. We all know that getting Thanksgiving dinner onto the table can be a huge undertaking, especially …
Thanksgiving is tomorrow and everything is under control, right? If you just yelled at your screen, "NO!" then read on, mamas. I've got four cooking helplines that will provide you with answers to all of your Thanksgiving cooking questio…
Featured partner If we had to pick a favorite department store, Nordstrom would be right up there. Between the designers, the wide selection, and their amazing customer service (take the time our Editor Kristen accidentally came home wit…
Some of our favorite ornaments this year are more than just pretty baubles for your tree . They just might cure breast cancer, save an endangered species, or transform the life of women living in extreme poverty . Pretty impressive. The …
I like to keep a stash of gifts on hand to give to those last-minute people I totally forgot to shop for— bottles of Essie nail polish for my kids' room moms, or Starbucks gift cards for the piano teacher—you know, just in case. But it n…
With Hanukkah beginning in just a few days, we've rounded up some festive Hanukkah printables to decorate your home, including a few fun items to mark the once-in-a-lifetime merging of Hanukkah and Thanksgiving. Or Thanksgivukkah . But, …
Whether it's your first time making a Thanksgiving turkey or your fifth, I've found that there's always room for a little (or a lot!) of help. So, this year, I've put together a step-by-step Thankgiving turkey tutorial. Hope it helps. Pi…