Mermaid Swimming in the Lake? A professional mermaid cosplayer was found splashing around at Haserot Beach in Northport, Michigan during September of 2016. The water of Grand Traverse Bay sure was chilly that day, but the sunshine (and the extra insulation from the MerNation silicone mermaid tail) made the cooler temperature of the lake much more bearable. With that being said... no matter the weather, mermaiding is always a magical and unforgettable experience! I probably won't be out for another swim until summer comes around, but I will be posting more videos of mermaids like this one throughout the cold-weather seasons, since I've saved up some footage for you to watch. So, until the next video comes out... please enjoy this mid-winter mermaiding break! ;D
I hope you enjoy it!
XOXO- Mermaid Phantom
Read moreHow to Make a Love Potion: Valentine's Day Craft DIY - How do you make a love potion? This perfume-y rose scented bottle of glittery fairy dust is a great craft to create for your Valentine (or yourself!). Not only does it smell AMAZING, but it is also super pretty to look at. This craft project can be enjoyed by adults and kids alike and is a unique way to mix things up this romantic time of the year.
Read moreComing Out of the Cosplay Closet and Telling your Family you're a Mermaid: Telling your friends and family that you want to be (or are) a mermaid or cosplayer can be an awkward conversation to have, though it is one that most everyone in the costuming community is faced with. How do you initiate the conversation? What if your family thinks it's weird? Let me tell you a little bit about my mermaiding "coming out story" and share with you some of my tips on how to go about having this dreaded chat. Don't worry... you can do this!!
Read moreToday is the Shortest Day of the Year... So here's some extra sunshine to make up for what has been lost! Thankfully, the days are getting longer after tonight, but still... I am missing that light...
Read moreHow to Become a Mermaid the Easy Way! Becoming a mermaid has never been easier! Let me teach you how I transformed myself into a sea creature and how you can become one too. With a fabric mermaid tail, you don't even need a magic potion... You can become a mermaid instantly! Keep reading and I'll also share with you how to make your own DIY crafts for mermaiding too.
Read moreMy 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: 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: 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 moreWhat 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, 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 moreAre 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 moreLooking 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 moreWhere 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 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 moreAdd 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 moreHow 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 more10 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 moreHave 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 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 moreYesterday evening, I spent a lot of time working on a new banner for some of my Social Media accounts. I didn't have a place to post it as a banner on this website, but I am pretty proud of how it turned out so I thought I'd post it to the blog! How do you like it? (I'm especially excited about that "Fairytale Creature" part!)
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