by Christina Refford | Entertainment, Kids
Have a child (or two or three) who is absolutely buzzing with excitement over Halloween? If you’re over “Monster Mash,” here’s a fun, punky, high-energy song to (hopefully) wear them out in time for bed. Punkin’ Patch is Andy...
by Christina Refford | Tech Toys
Every year, there is one kid who comes to the door in the most unbelievable Halloween costume, one that I know either took a month to make by hand, or cost a small fortune to purchase. But, I’m pretty sure that with this one little device, you could be the...
by Christina Refford | Best Apps
Who picks “trick” instead of “treat?” I’m going to go with no one. Which is why I want to share with you four of my favorite iOS apps for Halloween that will keep the kids busy while I sneak another fun-sized snack from their Halloween...
by Cool Mom Team | Photography
I’ve made all sorts of amazing gifts from Instagram photos, like custom coasters even photo books from my iPhone, but I’ve been hesitant to try the many photo to canvas services because I’m a little worried about how the resolution will translate....
by Cool Mom Team | Best Apps
Each week as part of our ongoing 3 Springpad Notebooks that you’re going to love series, we’re rounding up some of our favorite notebooks–some pretty, some practical–but all cool enough to catch our our attention and hopefully yours. This week...
by Roxanna | Websites We Love
It’s October — time to stock up on candy, put a big pumpkin on your front step and …throw a Halloween party?Yes!It might sound strange, but Halloween is the most popular occasion for throwing parties behind Christmas and Chanukah. And since your...
by Cool Mom Team | Websites We Love
Last night, my five year-old asked about why Independence Day and July 4th were on the same day. Pretty good question, I thought. And when I started to explain the meaning of Independence Day, I found myself more or less paraphrasing one of my favorite Schoolhouse...
by Kristen Chase | Uncategorized
As a military wife, I’ve experienced the benefits of military charities firsthand. And thanks to technology, all it takes is a simple click to get involved. So in honor of Memorial Day, here are 3 worthy military-related charities that help our troops every day...
by Stephanie Mayers | Best Apps
Passover is coming and I will admit up front, I never have any real idea of what is Kosher for Passover. In my house growing up it was always pretty much no bread and no cereal–but obviously it’s a little more complex than that for those more observant....
by Jeana | Fashion + Accessories
There are certain colors that never go out of style. And with today being St. Patrick’s Day, I’d like to call attention to one of my personal faves – green. Celadon, lime, spring, sea foam…whatever shade you prefer, the many sides of green can...