By: Gretchen Sparling & Lauren Niebes Date Posted: 4/28/2010 Printer Friendly Version Email Story to a Friend

RACHEL MILLER / the DIY diva

quirkymomma.com

Who she is: Stay-at-home mom of three, Elena, 4, Ezra, 3, and Anya, 2; concoctor of creative, daily DIY activities for her curious tots
What she writes about: The self-proclaimed quirky mom loves dreaming up hands-on activities to engage her kids’ minds. To help herself remember the little details of each “lesson,” she began an online scrapbook. And that’s not all she wrote. Now a popular blog, she aims to share her creative kids’ activities with other (ahem, sometimes desperate) moms. “I even find myself looking back and getting ideas when I’m in a pinch,” she laughs.
Why we're addicted: Three words: “Mom, I’m bored!” Even if those words are pronounced with the adorable drawl of a preschooler, it calls for an immediate fix. So when you’re in need boredom stoppage to keep the kids busy, look no further.

KRISTIE RAMIREZ / the maven

texasstyleandsubstance.blogspot.com

Who she is: Freelancer, mom to Cruz, 5, and Pilar, 2½. She’s also a contributing editor for Texas Monthly magazine, and writes the Style column, Object Lesson.
What she writes about: Every style stop you should make in the great state of Texas—whether it’s Mexican-inspired furnishings from Laredo for your living room, or the hippie-chic leather bags by area designer, Nicole Boykin. She’s got a style file to swoon over.
/> Why we're addicted: The North Texas-native makes us envious … really envious. What mom can throw on a grey tee, boyfriend jeans and a fab pair of Alexander Wang heels and be ready for a photo shoot? Kristie can, and she does it with a hip flair (which is how we know we can trust her blog picks). “I’m just naturally nosy,” says the local style-icon. Translation: Kristie loves to be the first to dish on the hottest, newest and latest to her readers. You won’t hear us complaining.

LIZ JOHNSTON / the green guru

thegreenergood.com/blog

Who she is: The mastermind behind Fort Worth’s eco-friendly retail shop, The Greener Good, and mom to Lucy, 2, and Polly, 7 months
What she writes about: From cloth diapering, to DIY baby food and organic cleaning, it’s clear this earthy mama practices what she preaches. Aiming to share her wealth of knowledge with others seeking a greener path, she blogs about it. “I get to know what people’s needs are and I find a way to be of service,” she says. Whether it’s via her personal advice or tracking down a new product, she’s a class-A do-gooder.
Why we're addicted: Ever wonder why organic milk has a longer shelf life? Or, wish you could find a way to rid yourself of junk mail? Liz offers practical (and eco-friendly) solutions to mundane problems that leave you feeling like a do-gooder, too.

TESSA FALK / the diet junkie

fat-chants.blogspot.com

Wh o she is: Former Infertile Myrtle, lovable and quirky freelance writer, very proud mom to 3-year-old Cooper
What she writes about: The skinny girl inside her screaming to get out (and her frustrations, struggles and soapbox rants along her personal odyssey). She chronicles her journey in a witty way that reels you in and doesn’t let you go.
Why we're addicted: Who can’t relate? (Re)Launching her campaign to free the skinny girl inside her, Tessa has resumed her crusade post pregnancy to fight fat and get thin. Through wit (and even a little wisdom), the thinning mom documents her journey to “defluff” in order to reveal her skinnier self. We have to admit … her progress (and her rants) keep us reading.

CASSITY KMETZSCH / the fix-it queen

remodelaholic.com

Who she is: Interior designer turned stay-at-home mom of one, Etta, 9 months, who keeps herself busy remodeling her family’s Fort Worth home
What she writes about: Everyday remodeling adventures (like revamping a once lime-green room into a mellow-mint haven) a la Design on a Dime—Cassity makes home remodeling seem doable even for the busiest mom. Bringing her own professional experience to the table, the stylish mama melds creativity with frugality (and a breath of honesty when something doesn’t quite turn out!).
Why we're addicted: We want her ideas. And Cassity rounds up other designer contributors from Fort Worth-Dallas to offer tips and advice from their own homes, so her blog has become a sounding board for remodeling reviews and more.