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Friday 10 February

Why French Paper Dolls are Superior for Valentine's Day

Valentine Paper DollsI adore paper dolls, probably because I used to hand-draw them for hours as a child. ...

Tuesday 24 January

Shirts for books

Get cool shirts, give kids books: Off Our Chests StoryTeesI believe in the essential power of reading--my kids have the stuffed bookcases to prove it. But not every kid does. ...

Friday 20 January

thredUP's new Concierge service - the easiest way to resell your kids outgrown clothes

ConciergeIt is a sad moment when I put a barely worn outfit on one of my kids and realize they've outgrown it before they've even had a chance to spill something on it. ...

Wednesday 18 January

Protect free speech - say no to SOPA and PIPA

In solidarity with the many websites protesting the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and Protect IP Act (PIPA)--those sites we rely on every day for news, entertainment, information, and community--Cool Mom Picks will not be posting today. ...

Saturday 14 January

Cute kicks for a cause

Pediped Foundation shoe sale!It's rare enough to see a good sale on well-made and stylish kids' shoes from brands like Pediped. But when that sale gives 50% of sales to charity, we're highly motivated to shop! ...

Saturday 07 January

Charity begins in your t-shirt drawer

Tees at Sevenly - support charity in styleWe love finding ways to make our purchasing dollars do good in the world. Now we have another one to add to the list. ...

Wednesday 04 January

A printable 2012 calendar that does more than track the days

tiny us 2012 printable calendarsWhen we discovered French site Tiny-Us last year, we were taken with their mission to sell paper dolls and other printables as a fundraiser for a local school for handicapped children. ...

Saturday 31 December

Our favorite charities for that very last end-of-year tax deduction

As in years past, we've asked some of our contributors to share with you their favorite charities. Perhaps one or more of these will resonate with you, or just remind you to give to your own favorite charity, and squeak in one last generous act (and tax deduction) before 2012. ...

Saturday 24 December

Peace on earth takes on a whole new meaning with these bracelets

Peace-Bomb braceletsThese beautiful bracelets are the bomb-- literally, and figuratively, and I can't think of a better way to spread peace than with jewelry that truly symbolizes just that. ...

Saturday 17 December

Great shirts for stylish dreamers, wanderers, and do-gooders

Shirts by Jedidiah - Traveler teeIt should always be a joy to do a little online shopping, especially when you're hoping to see your money do a little good in the world. ...

Friday 09 December

Web Coolness - loads of holiday fun, OB's mea culpa, and a Nook vs Kindle smackdown

Junkmail SnowflakesWe're here to spread some holiday cheer with cool links from around the web. ...

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