How to Paint Seashells - It's so easy!!

How to Paint Seashells: How do you paint seashells? What type of paint should you use on shells? Find out how to create beautiful colored shells for your mermaiding events and crafting projects with this short DIY tutorial video. PLUS! See some of my favorite color combinations that are sure to look simply magical! You'll need only 3 materials for this, and just around 3 minutes too. 

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DIY Frozen Ice Powers - VERY Easy Cosplay Prop Tutorial

How to Have Magical Ice Powers: Glowing Cosplay DIY Snow Globe Prop - With only 3 materials required, it's never been easier to get ice powers. If you're cosplaying as character with wintry powers, like Elsa from Disney's Frozen, then you may find this video tutorial very useful. Or... if you're like me, you may just like to create and collect pretty looking things... in which case you will also like what I have for you today! ;D

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Mermaiding at Northport's Book Fair

A Mermaid Swims up to the Book Fair... I had my first public appearance as a mermaid yesterday at Northport Public School's pirate themed book fair. This was my first real mermaiding gig, so I was pretty nervous about going. However, I think the whole thing turned out to be a blast! Here are some photos from last night.

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Phantom's First Mermaiding Gig- Thoughts Before the Big Day

My First Mermaiding Event: Note to self...RELAX! Tomorrow I will be making my first official appearance as a mermaid at a school book fair event. While I am SO excited to go to my first mermaiding gig, it is something I have not done before and therefore has my mind racing a bit. Here are some of the "what ifs" and troublesome thoughts that my mind is entertaining along with solutions to said imaginary scenarios. :) 

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Happy Thanksgiving! Count your Blessings

Happy Thanksgiving: A Time to Give Thanks- Thanksgiving Day isn't just about feasts and family gatherings... It's a time to appreciate all of the things that you have been blessed with in your life. I encourage you to remember those things that have made your life great this holiday season... though enjoy the celebratory atmosphere too, of course! And if you have a moment in between prepping the pie for tomorrow's bash, then please feel free to read this post about the things in life I cherish the most. Have a happy holiday!

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Fear and Uncertainty - The Thoughts of a Mermaid

Fear, Uncertainty, and Making Silly Choices: Purchasing my Silicone Mermaid Tail and deciding to pursue mermaiding as a profession was a horrifying thing for me to do. It was so reckless! It has cost me a HUGE amount of money and quite frankly... it was a super foolish decision! But I don't regret it for a second and here's why. 

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Mermaid Sighting! Real mermaid found in Michigan

Are there mermaids in the Great Lakes? You bet! In September of 2016, a real live mermaid actually washed up on the shore of Grand Traverse Bay (near Traverse City, Michigan). The locals were quite shocked to see her swimming around, and even managed to capture her on video. Don't believe it? Come see for yourself! 

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Waterproof Necklaces now for sale!

While I very much do enjoy sharing my crafts with others, and love doing so through my free video tutorials, I do hope to be able to visit my pirate friend overseas eventually... which will cost more than few sand dollars! So, I have resolved to offer a select few of my handmade waterproof necklaces for sale on my Etsy store. Each one is unique and will not be recreated, so be sure to snatch yours up before it's gone! (But fear not, I'll be adding new ones occasionally!) Read on to get a look at what's for sale before it swims off!

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MerNation Silicone Mermaid Tail Review

Where can you buy a silicone mermaid tail? I bought my realistic tail for professional mermaiding from MerNation Inc. If you are considering purchasing from them too, then please feel free so watch my review video and take a look at the "quick facts" on this blog post... it contains much more info than the video, actually, since I wasn't half-frozen while writing it... hehehehe!

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Happy Halloween from Mermaid Phantom

Happy Mermaid-Monday-Halloween! Hehehehe! It's one of the best days of the year AND the week! So today I'll be combining this day of costuming and spooktacular fun with mermaiding by sharing with you some of my latest mermaid photos and talking about my favorite costume accessories. (Oh, and my name may be "Phantom," but I promise I'm not all that spooky! ;D) Expect a video coming up soon too!

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How to make "Black Magic" fairy dust (for an extra sparkly Halloween!)

Add some sparkle to your Halloween this year by crafting up something magical. Learn how to make fairy dust in a dark and spooky hue with this short and sweet video tutorial. This DIY magic fairy potion makes a great Halloween prop or home decoration, and could even serve as an accessory for those sporting wings this fright night. Read on to get started with this glittery magical craft... (it's one of my new personal favorites!)

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