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.
Read morePhantom'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. :)
Read moreHappy 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!
Read moreMermaid Home Decor: A Mermaid's Life for Me!
Mermaid Home Decor: I have some fin-tastic plans for the future to help you deck out your mermaid cave. I'm excited to start thinking up some ideas for this new adventure and hope that you'll enjoy it too!
Read moreHow to Make an Abalone Wind Chime - DIY Mermaid Beach Home Decor
What do you do with an Abalone Shell? I was asking myself this question when I found myself coming home with one from the crafting store one Summer evening. After some thought, I decided that it would make a fabulous wind chime. I think the end result of this DIY is very pretty and makes for a lovely beachy themed home decor piece. Here's how to make one of these magically delightful sea shell wind chimes...
Read moreFear 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.
Read moreA World of Reflections
The lake is a great source of creative energy for me and has a way of clearing my mind. Here are some photos of the water for you to enjoy in case you are a landlocked mermaid or an individual in need of a trip down by the bay.
Read moreMermaid 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!
Read moreWaterproof 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!
Read moreHow to be more creative- 7 Tips to getting out of a creative slump
Looking for how to be more creative? Here are 7 Tips on how to get yourself out of a creative slump and on your way to generating imaginative ideas once again. Let's get that creativity flowing!!!
Read moreMerNation 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!
Read moreHappy 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!
Read moreHow 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!)
Read moreRemember Summer?
Summer has been over for quite a while now, but those long days and breezy nights still remain in our memories. This past Summer was probably one of the best that ever I've had, though I won't tell you all of the stories at once! ;D Here is a little glimpse at one special day spent with my lovely mother. I hope it stirs up some great memories of your own!
Read moreDIY Halloween: How to make a Fortune Teller's Magic Crystal Ball (with Color Variations)
How do you make a magical crystal ball like the kind a Gypsy Fortune Teller would use? I'll show you how! Also, learn how to mix up different color variations to DIY your own stunning Halloween prop for your party, costume, or viewing pleasure. Happy magic crafting!
Read moreCharlevoix Apple Fest 2016
The 2016 Charlevoix Apple Festival was held October 14th- October 16th and featured many different local vendors and artisans. There were apples as far as the eye could see (and some pumpkins too!). This autumn celebration was quite enjoyable and really got me in the mood for the season. Would you like to see some of the photos I took?
Read more10 Things you Need to do this Autumn
10 Things you need to do this Fall: If you are looking for something to do to make this season a little more special, I have some ideas for you! Here you will find 5 simple things you can do indoors to enjoy Autumn, along with 5 things you can do outdoors as well. (And I'll also share with you a little secret to making any moment extra spectacular.) So click "Read More" to get to the good stuff. ;D
Read moreWhere the Fairies Play
Have you ever wondered where the fairies go to play? There so happens to be a little spot on the internet where they gather to chat about all different manners of fairy related things. If you're a fae (or an aspiring faerie) you should check out this very magical website indeed!
Read moreInto the Enchanted Forest
Into the Enchanted Forest we go! Come along with me through the magical woodlands of Northern Michigan as we set out to take in all of the wonderful Autumn colors. From mushrooms and toadstools, to leaves of red and green... this forest is full magical surprises! This is quite the unique video, so any feedback on it would be appreciated so, so much! <3
Read moreA Mermaid from once upon a time...
I do not draw or doodle much anymore, but I used to spend hours upon hours drawing pictures of Dragons, Mermaids, and other Fairytale creatures. This mermaid was brought to life many, many years ago, though she is still one of my favorite pieces to date. How do you like her tail? :)
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