http://www.coolmompicks.com/ We find it, you flaunt it en Copyright 2008 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 06:00:30 -0500 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Merino wool? Old hat. Soy cotton? So last week. The new hot luxury fabric of the day it would seem is hand combed yak hair. Heavenly soft like cashmere, thick and yummy in every way.
]]> http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/yak_yak_yak.php http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/yak_yak_yak.php Around the House Baby Clothes Kids Clothing Mama Wear Wed, 19 Nov 2008 06:00:30 -0500 These days  you can spread "good will on earth" while being kind to it as well. But let's be honest, not all eco-friendly cards are created equal.
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]]> http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/scrubadubdub_zoo_zuds_in_the_t.php http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/scrubadubdub_zoo_zuds_in_the_t.php Bathtime soap stocking stuffer zoo zuds Wed, 19 Nov 2008 06:00:00 -0500 The winter sweaters are out, the tinsel is already in the store windows, and the annual Cool Mom Picks Holiday Gift Guide is live and, if we do say so, kicking. We've scoured the web to help you solve your every gift giving dilemma, from your adorable pirate-obsessed son to your hard-to-shop-for vegan sister. Even tons of cool ideas for the nieces and nephews under 12 bucks.
]]> http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/its_the_most_wonderful_time_of.php http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/its_the_most_wonderful_time_of.php CMP Admin Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:01:00 -0500 Yes, I'm an avowed bag fanatic, but that doesn't mean I want to carry a second one for my laptop along with my diaper bag. However I had yet to come across a hybrid diaper/laptop bag that I'd actually carry until I discovered the classic Vert Tote from Acme Made.
]]> http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/a_bag_that_brings_your_work_an.php http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/a_bag_that_brings_your_work_an.php Baubles & Bags Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:00:30 -0500 Thanks to my not-so-quickly shrinking postpartum body, the only items that are guaranteed to fit me are accessories. So at the top of my "dear santa pleeeeeeeeease" list are these Floral Crochet Earrings spotted at Three Lovelies.
]]> http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/definitely_not_your_grannys_cr.php http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/definitely_not_your_grannys_cr.php Baubles & Bags holiday Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:00:15 -0500 I suppose they could've come up with a different name for Better World Books, but when you're really making a better world for everyone through a love of books, well, the name fits. Perfectly.
]]> http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/i_always_knew_books_could_save.php http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/i_always_knew_books_could_save.php Causes and General Do-Gooding Reads better world books books carbonfund literacy national center for family literacy onine bookstore worldfund Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:00:00 -0500 BabyBjorn did a really brilliant thing when they launched their fantastic new BabySitter Balance bouncy seat - they created an adult-size version and let all the product review editors all sit in it. What they didn't do is figure out a way to cajole us out of it.
]]> http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/baby_bjorn_bouncy_seat.php http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/baby_bjorn_bouncy_seat.php Gear Essentials Kids Furniture Mon, 17 Nov 2008 06:00:30 -0500 Timing is everything. Like I finally discover the excellent boutique Baby's Buzz, only to learn that they're closing up shop and moving onto other endeavors. Bad timing.
]]> http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/weve_got_the_buzz_right_here.php http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/weve_got_the_buzz_right_here.php Baby Clothes Bedding and Blankets, Burps and Bibs Toys and Other Playthings Mon, 17 Nov 2008 06:00:00 -0500 I'm one of those goofy, sentimental types where it comes to personal correspondence.  If you send me a card, you can be sure it will occupy a place of honor on my refrigerator.
]]> http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/scratch_and_sniff_cards.php http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/scratch_and_sniff_cards.php Announcements, Invites and Cards Holiday Picks holiday Mon, 17 Nov 2008 06:00:00 -0500 Invisibelt is basically an invisible belt that every fashionista seems to be buzzing about these days. Yes, it's invisible in that magic Wonderwoman airplane sort of a way because it's clear plastic, but also invisible in that it's designed to lie flat so it won't bulk up your tops over your jeans.
]]> http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/invisibelt_plumbers_butt.php http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/invisibelt_plumbers_butt.php Mama Wear Maternitywear That Doesn't Suck Sun, 16 Nov 2008 06:00:30 -0500 Last year, we helped introduce you all to the first ever Fids + Kamily music poll winners, decided by an incredible panel of judges who subjected themselves to endless hours of aural pain just to find the rare kids CDs that don't suck for your own listening pleasure. This year, we were beyond honored be asked to join them!
]]> http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/and_the_best_kids_music_of_200.php http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/and_the_best_kids_music_of_200.php Tunes Websites Sun, 16 Nov 2008 06:00:25 -0500 Talk about getting a bang for your nursery decor buck: The whimsical set of mini hand-painted artwork are not just wall art, they're ornaments. Personally, I'd hang them in the baby's room, but sneak them out to the tree every December so that the whole house can enjoy them.
]]> http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/deck_your_halls_all_year_long.php http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/deck_your_halls_all_year_long.php Art+Decor (Sounds Fancy) Holiday Picks J. Austin Ryan ornaments wall art Sun, 16 Nov 2008 06:00:20 -0500 I've come across enough leaky bottles, squished tubes of diaper cream and spilled snacks to realize that the stuff of mothering should be strong enough to be hosed off in the backyard.
]]> http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/my_oilcloth_diaper_bags.php http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/my_oilcloth_diaper_bags.php Baubles & Bags diaper bag oilcloth bag Sun, 16 Nov 2008 06:00:13 -0500 We have our fair share of toys that beep, blink or speak, but one of my son's favorites are his no-battery-required wooden unit blocks from City&Country School.
]]> http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/nice_unit_blocks.php http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/11/nice_unit_blocks.php Toys and Other Playthings Sat, 15 Nov 2008 06:00:30 -0500