SWORDFISH MERMAID - The Mermaid Warrior and The Magic Sword - Mermaid Phantom isn’t a delicate princess… she’s a warrior queen! Here are some photos and a video of this Gothic professional mermaid swimming with a real sword. Don’t try this at home, folks!
Read moreMichigan Mermaid swims in the Fall Colors of Northern Michigan - Video at Kehl Lake
MICHIGAN MERMAID SWIMMING IN OCTOBER: Videos and Pictures of Fall Colors and a Real Mermaid - Fall colors in Northern Michigan are ALWAYS a beautiful sight. So, what would happen if you add fall colors, a secluded lake and a mermaid all into one video? PURE MAGIC. Click on the post to see photos and a video of this mermaid in action! ♥
Read moreMermaids at the Boyne City Pirate Fest 2019 ♥ Pictures, Videos and a Tale from Mermaid Phantom
MERMAIDS AT THE BOYNE CITY PIRATE FEST 2019 - Pictures, videos and a story about Mermaid Phantom and her magical mermaid friends! Phantom and her friends got captured by pirates… AGAIN! Find out how they escaped see the magic for yourself with a fun video!
Read moreHow to Be a Safe Swimmer in a Mermaid Tail ♥ 5 TIPS FOR STAYING SAFE AND HEALTHY
HOW TO SWIM SAFELY IN A MERMAID TAIL: 5 Tips to Keep you Safe and Healthy as a Mermaid ♥ How can you keep yourself or your child safe while swimming in the water with a mermaid tail on? This Mermaid Tail Swimming Safety Guide will tell you how to be safe as a mermaid or merman on dry land AND in the water! There’s a lot more to safety thank just knowing how to swim. This guide takes into account environmental factors and hazards, self-created risks, human related risks AND more!
Read moreVideos of Mermaids Swimming Underwater: Mermaid Phantom dives into Lake Michigan
UNDERWATER MERMAID VIDEOS: Want to watch videos of real mermaids and sirens swimming underwater? The Magic Crafter now has mermaiding videos unlike ANYTHING you’ve seen before! You won’t find videos like this anywhere else on the internet! ♥ And… the best mermaid videos are yet to come! Click here to see watch the playlist, and come back monthly for a new video!
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 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 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 moreDon't drink the water!!!! Mermaid Fails & Outtakes
Professional Mermaid FAILS: Bloopers and Behind-the-Scenes Footage from the Swim at Good Harbor Beach- More mermaid fails! Guys, I am NOT an elegant mermaid. I am a very clumsy mer who doesn't always look the most graceful. Watch a behind-the-scenes video from my mermaiding swim at Good Harbor Beach and see pictures I've not shared before. Mermaids aren't perfect, you know? 😉
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 moreHow 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.
Read moreHow to Become a Mermaid Instantly- Everything you need to get started!
How 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 moreMermaiding 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.
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...
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