HOW TO OPEN YOUR EYES UNDERWATER LIKE A PROFESSIONAL MERMAID: 6 Tips & Tricks to Help Heal and Prevent Burning and Irritated Eyes from Swimming- Can you open your eyes underwater when you swim? I swim in Lake Michigan all of the time and always open my eyes when I swim. More recently, I’ve been swimming in chlorine pools too! This blog post will tell you about what Eye Drops, Ointments and Gels are best to use after a swim. It will also tell you about what supplements and preventative actions you can take to help keep your eyes lubricated and ready to take a beating from all of the stuff us mermaids and mermen do! ♥ Watch the video and find the products here!
Read moreBoyne City Pirate Festival 2018-A Story from a Mermaid's Point of View (Lake Michigan Pirates & Mermaids!)
I WAS CAPTURED BY PIRATES! The Boyne City Pirate Festival from a Mermaid’s Point of View- What happens when a Michigan Mermaid is caught by pirates? She gets stuck on a car, naturally! Here’s a fun and silly story about the Boyne City Pirate Fest from Mermaid Phantom’s perspective. Enjoy! ♥
Read moreSiren Videos & Pictures: Photographic Proof that Mermaid Phantom is a Little bit Wonky
REAL SIREN SIGHTINGS: Pictures and Videos of Sirens in Lake Michigan- Want to see videos of Mermaid Phantom dressed as a siren rather than a mermaid? Well… here’s the place for that! Here, you’ll find some pictures from one of my spookier mermaid looks, along with “Real Siren” videos of me swimming in the Great Lakes. There’s also a little backstory about why I dress so weird. Enjoy!
Read moreWhere to Buy Silicone Mermaid Tails: 20+ of THE BEST Places to Get Professional Silicone Tails for Sale
WHERE TO BUY A SILICONE MERMAID TAIL: 20 Places to Buy Silicone Tails for Adults and Professional Mermaids- Where can you buy realistic looking silicone mermaid tails? Here are the TOP 20 places to buy hyper-realistic looking professional grade mermaid tails for professional mermaids! CLICK for the complete list! ♥
Read moreWHERE TO BUY FABRIC MERMAID TAILS FOR SWIMMING: Swimmable Mermaid Tails for Adults & Kids
WHERE TO BUY FABRIC MERMAID TAILS: Top 12 Places to Buy Swimmable Mermaid Tails for Adults and Kids- Where can you buy mermaid tails for swimming online? Here are 12 of the BEST places to buy beautiful and realistic spandex mermaid tails for mermaids and mermen. These tails are great starter tails for those who are just diving into the world of mermaiding! ♥
Read moreHow to Become a Mermaid: 4 Ways to Transform into a Mermaid without a Magic Spell (for Adults)
HOW TO TURN INTO A MERMAID THE REAL WAY: 4 Ways YOU can be a Mermaid WITHOUT a Magic Spell- If you’re reading this, you are probably wondering how to become a mermaid or merman. Rejoice! I’ve got you covered! ♥ This blog post has video instructions AND very descriptive tips telling you how to transform into a mermaid. (This is for those of you 18 years and older. If you are not 18 years of age, please have your parents/ guardian with you while using this website.)
Read moreHow to Clean a Silicone Mermaid Tail- Cleaning & Drying Silicone Mermaid Tails Tutorial
HOW TO CLEAN A SILICONE MERMAID TAIL: Cleaning & Washing Tools, Tutorial, Tips & Tricks for Professional Mermaids- How do you clean a silicone mermaid tail? You can’t stick it in the washing machine, can you…? How do you prevent the growth of mold in your mermaid tail? How do you get sand of of your tail? What if I don’t know what I’m doing!?! RELAX. I’ve got you covered. Read this blog post, watch the two easy-to-follow video tutorials and you’ll know EXACTLY what to do! ♥
Read moreHow to Wear a Wig in the Water- Tutorial for Cosplay Pool Parties & Mermaids that Wear Wigs
How to Keep a Wig on While Swimming: Tips, Tools & Tutorial for Wig Wearers, Professional Mermaids and Cosplayers- How do you a keep a wig on your head when you’re swimming in the water? Professional Mermaids have discovered some tricks for keeping synthetic hair on your head while taking a swim. Here is how I keep my wig on when swimming underwater. You’ll find a detailed video tutorial on this blog post in addition to all of the materials you’ll need to fasten your beautiful mermaid hair to your head. After reading this, you’ll be 100% ready for you next big Cosplay Pool Party or Mermaiding Adventure. ♥
Read moreFairy Tale Mermaids- 2018 REAL Mermaid Videos and Photos MICHIGAN (Mermaid Phantom)
FAIRY TALE MERMAIDS: Mermaid Phantom of the Great Lakes- There are many different types of mermaids all around the world. Some are cruel, and some are kind. Some are frightening, and some are gorgeous. Here you will find pictures videos and tid-bits of information about a real mermaid who lives in Lake Michigan. (This post is just for fun! As always, it is intended for parents and adults over the age of 13).
Read moreAre there Sea Monsters in Lake Michigan? A Tale of the Mermaid of the Great Lakes
Are there Sea Monsters in Lake Michigan? A Tale of Mermaids from the Great Lakes: Are there really mermaids in Michigan? A siren was spotted in the water in the summer of 2017... Here is video and photo proof of this strange creature along with a tale about how she came to be...
Read moreProfessional Mermaid Photo Shoot: Pictures of a Real Live Mermaid
PICTURES OF A MERMAID: Rain Photography on the Beach- Professional Photographer Todd L. Church worked with me on a cold and rainy October night to capture some pictures of my silicone mermaid tail. It was my first official photo shoot in my career as a Professional Mermaid and geez... what fun! Click on this blog post to see the awesome pictures that were taken on one of Traverse City's only mermaids!
Read moreWhat to Buy for someone who Loves Mermaids- 79 Christmas Gift Ideas for Adults
What Should you Buy for Someone who Loves Mermaids? 79 Mer-mazing Gift Ideas that your Mermaid Friends will Love- This Gift Guide for adults is the ultimate guide for gifting your professional mermaid (and casual mermaid) friends. The ideas are organized by interest and most include direct links to the products. :) Simple. Sweet. And full of mermaidiness ♥ Find something in your budget this Christmas!
Read moreMerNation Silicone Mermaid Tail Review: Realistic Swimmable Tails for Professional Mermaids
MerNation Silicone Mermaid Tails: ONE YEAR REVIEW! Should you buy your professional mermaid tail from MerNation Inc? What does my silicone mermaid tail look like after one year? Am I still happy with my purchase? Here's a review of my realistic silicone mermaid tail and ALL OF THE DETAILS ABOUT MY TAIL! (Like the very popular question of "What monofin did I use for my tail?" 😘)
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Read moreMermaid Swimming in September... the LAST swim of the season?
Mermaid Swimming in September of 2017: Dancing in the Water to Fairy Tale Celtic Music- Come watch the latest mermaiding video, which pairs Ardian von Ziegler's enchanting music with the beauty of Northern Michigan waters. PLUS! See pictures of Mermaid Phantom wearing her new Aradani Costumes' "Sea Elf" ears for the very first time. Please feel free to leave a comment and share your thoughts. ♥
Read moreA Mermaid Washed up on the Beach... The waves were so strong!
Mermaid Pictures and Mermaid Videos: Watch a video of one of the Great Lakes mermaids swimming in the turbulent waters of Good Harbor, in Leelanau County, Michigan. PLUS take a look at some of the pictures captured of Mermaid Phantom while she was marooned on the sandy beach. Mermaiding in a silicone tail is a lot more difficult when the waves get rough, but sometimes you just have to (safely) brave the storm.
Read moreMermaids Swimming: The Silver Mermaid in the Sunshine- Pictures & Videos
A photo taken of me (Mermaid Phantom) after my first swim in Lake Leelanau. We didn't get any video footage from the swim that day, but my dad did manage to snap this cool picture!
Mermaid Sighting: Mermaid Phantom Swimming in the Sunlight- The silver mermaid of Lake Michigan was spotted swimming near Grand Traverse Bay on a sunny July day. She is one of the many freshwater professional mermaids to be found in the area, and can often be seen dashing alongside piers and docks. You can see pictures and videos footage of her here, along with learning more about why it is that she chooses to swim so close to shore.
Read moreMermaid Fails: Learning to Laugh at Yourself
Nothing like a fin-slap to the face to wake you up in the morning!
Mermaid Fails: Mermaiding Bloopers & Learning to Laugh at Yourself- Mermaids are elegant, beautiful, flawless creatures, aren't they? NOT AT ALL! We mermaids are goofy goof-balls too, just like everyone else on this planet. I can't tell you how many times I've smacked myself in the face with my tail! No matter who, or what you are, you will make mistakes in life, so you've just got to learn to laugh at yourself sometimes! And if you don't feel like laughing at yourself today, then I have a video of me that you can laugh at instead! #MermaidFail
Read moreSwimming in a Silicone Mermaid Tail: 10 Tips to Swim Like a Pro!
How to Swim like a Mermaid: 10 Tips to Help you Swim like a Professional Mermaid in your Silicone Mermaid Tail - How do you swim in a silicone mermaid tail? What should you do to prepare for your first swim? And HOW ON EARTH can you keep the heels straps of your monofin from sliding off!?! Find all of the answers to these mermaiding question and more!
Read moreSwimming in a Fin Fun Mermaid Tail: Why I love my Fabric Mertail
Swimming in a Fin Fun Mermaid Tail: Nothing beats a super realistic professional grade Silicone Mermaid Tail... right? You'll be thankful that Fabric Mermaid tails exist after you read this! PLUS... watch a very short video of my fabric tail in beautiful Lake Michigan AND find out where you can get a tail like mine. Being a mermaid doesn't have to be difficult... I promise! ;D
Read moreMermaid Swimming in Lake Michigan
Watch videos of real mermaids and fairy tale creatures by clicking the image!
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
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