Despite having found so many cool kids' growth charts here on Cool Mom Picks, I confess I still use a pencil on the side of our kitchen wall. It's not that I haven't loved every single one of them, but they're either too pretty or too bi…
I am one of those moms who totally wants my house to look as good as it did pre-kids, but also recognizes that that is ridiculously impractical and it will never happen and no, it's okay, I have my own Kleenex . So when I find furniture …
My 5-year-old showed almost zero percent interest in maps until we went on vacation to a beach town. Suddenly, it was very important that she be the holder of the map at all times. It was ultimately a good thing, even if said map ended u…
Ever look down from an airplane at the panorama below and consider how very much the ground looks like a crazy quilt? Us, too. That's just one reason we're smitten with how these stylish quilts that gorgeous capture the cities and places…
There's a saying in real estate: location, location, location. But after that's out of the way, in New York we tend to put a premium on character. You know, exposed brick, tin ceilings, original wood floors. (Don't ever expect to find wa…
Sometimes art just speaks to you, and that's how I felt gazing at the beautiful original artwork from artist Rachel Austin. I was poking around the Poppytalk Marketplace and discovered Rachel's wonderful mixed media map paintings . Clear…
Last week I got a sneak peek at a cool new collaboration between design gurus and parents (of seven!) Bob and Courtney Novogratz and CB2. When I did, all I could do is smile. The colorful wool Family Rug charmed me right off the bat; and…
When traveling, I find myself falling in love with places I go. I usually try and find something to take home with me that will always remind me of it, which is probably why I love when artists create that same feeling with their artwork…
My favorite pastime is visiting flea markets and discovering items that will bring character to my child's space and my own space. And finding great deals adds to the excitement. But now there's an adorable shop online that's giving me t…
Adding to the growing list of things I know now, that I didn't when I had my first kid: I would have skipped the cheap stuff, and invested in a solid kids' table and set of chairs . We've gone through far too many to count. If you're a m…
When I find myself with a little square of wall space to fill, I've found that ornaments can add nice texture and dimension, instead of another poster or print. And this Etsy shop makes ones that are so cute, I might just clear some spac…
Let's not limit it to moose and squirrel shall we? We've also got racooons and badger and that popular fox, plus skunk and one very smug wolf. What can we say? We're smitten with the critters in this whimsical woodland creature print tha…
Last year, owls were the hot animal motif of the season. While they're not going anywhere, I do think that the cool cute animal du jour is now the fox. Which is replacing the dragonfly, butterfly, and octopus trends I've noticed over the…
I've always been a sucker for the Pantone licensed products, which let you show your allegiance to lavender or mimosa through desktop goodies. Now, they're available in folding chairs which are pretty darn great for outdoor lounging seas…
Every summer for the past few years, my entire family makes a pilgrimage to the Jersey shore for a week of pure old fashioned beach and boardwalk fun. I spend the other 51 weeks of the year making solo trips to the beach... in my head. B…
One of my favorite pieces to the puzzle of decorating a child's space is art. It not only brings in personality and color, but great art can also can be used to stimulate your child's imagination. That is why I love these illustrations t…
Love fairy tales and classic family movies but not interested in the commercial studio posters for your kids' rooms? We've found just the answer. These gorgeously atmospheric and evocative posters from artist Christian Jackson are a beau…
When I was a young girl, my favorite pastime was playing with paper dolls. I loved dressing them up and creating stories with each of them. I think it's great that they have made such a comeback into toys and decor because my own daughte…
Keep it simple is my personal motto. So l get an extra kick when I see simple meet clever. And a little bit of cute doesn't hurt either. Canadian "picturemaker" Terry Irwin achieves all of the above with his funky retro vibed prints and …
When looking for decor and something lovely for my home, one of my first stops is Design Public . If you love modern, contemporary design, this is the site for you to find a wide variety of home accessories, furniture, art and much more.…
Jeff Koons may have popularized the balloon dog as pop art icon, but as a figure in so many of our own childhoods , its no wonder we're starting to see all kinds of artists and brands finding inspiration in them. Here are a few super cut…
When is a candle not a candle? When it becomes a vessel for love, hope, and even water. That's when. If you love gifts that keep on giving , gives that give back, and gifts that are made by hand with love, then we'd like to introduce you…
As a mom, I am on a constant schedule of life. If I lose track of time, I am in deep deep trouble. So of course clocks are an important accessories in my house. (No, I have not yet given them all up in favor of smart phone clocks.) These…
It's exciting for us when our favorite design bloggers become new moms (or aunts!) themselves. Because that means more cool products, design, clothing and gorgeous inspiration for parents everywhere. Here, 4 phenomenal design blogs that …