by Liz Gumbinner | Uncategorized
The folks at Safari Cardboard captured our attention ages ago with their now ubiquitous (yet still appealing) cardboard taxidermy in one of our gift guides, followed by their cool gift boxes, and eventually cardboard holiday wreaths. And now they’re back with a...
by Liz Gumbinner | Tips and Tricks
We have a lot of discussion here internally about the ethics and importance of using so-called hidden nanny cams or other security cameras around the house. But one thing we can all agree on: These security cameras are hilarious. If you like conceptual recycled...
by Delilah S. Dawson | Uncategorized
Don’t worry about your e-reader, smartphone, or tablet: The narwhal will keep it safe. Or Harry Potter, Doctor Who, or a very fuzzy but territorial shark. The gadget cozies from Life Geekery on Etsy are made by a husband and wife team in Hawaii to further the...
by Cool Mom Staff | Link Roundups
If you’re as obsessed with Pinterest as we are, make sure you’re following us. Then check out our 5 favorite pins from this week. 1. A cool app for iOS and Android that’s a dream for parents like us who take tons of smartphone photos. 2. Speaking of...
by Liz Gumbinner | Gear + Hardware
The gift for the dad who has everything? Well thanks to technology, there are increasingly more everythings out there in the world each day, which makes the search easier. A little easier? Okay, not that much easier. But if you’ve got an audiophile dad to shop...
by Jeana | Tips and Tricks
Every year when Earth Day comes around, I have this sudden urge to recycle everything in my house and start wearing hemp clothing. OK, maybe not that extreme, but there are many things I could be doing to be a little more energy efficient and environmentally...
by Cool Mom Staff | Gear + Hardware
When I think of Vinyl albums these days, at least if you’re not a DJ, mostly I think of artists turning them into upcycled wall clocks. So I’m totally blown away by UK designer Paul Cocksedge’s Change The Record loudspeaker made out of a record...
by Cool Mom Staff | Uncategorized
Not everyone needs mega protection for their devices. If you’re getting new tablet or phone this holiday like zillions of other people, a sleeve is all you need for easy access, basic protection, and well, style. And these eco-chic handmade options I found on...