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 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 moreThings to do in Northport, Michigan: 10 Summer Fun Ideas the Whole Family will Enjoy
THINGS TO DO IN NORTHPORT, MICHIGAN: 10 Family-Friendly Fun Summer Ideas the Whole Family will Enjoy!- What is there to do in Leelanau County? Northport is one of Leelanau Peninsula’s most beautiful towns that is (surprisingly) loaded with unique and entertaining activities for the parents AND kids! From Northport’s stellar Fireworks display to watching REAL mermaids swim in the lake. There’s plenty to do in this tiny town! Are you planning your family vacation? Keep reading for the full top-10 list!
Read moreFancy Fairy Wings and Things Review- Where to Buy Realistic Fairy Wings (HONEST REVIEW!)
Fancy Fairy Wings and Things Review: Where to Buy Realistic Cellophane Fairy Wings- I recently purchased a pair of "Vivienne" style fairy wings from Angela Jarman's store, "Fancy Fairy Wings & Things." If you are looking to buy a pair of her wings, read this FIRST!
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 moreDEVILNIGHT REVIEW (AND UNBOXING) Is Devil Night a Reliable place to buy GOTH Clothing? ♥ The Magic Crafter
Is DevilNight Reliable? DevilNightUK Review and Unboxing: Have you ever heard of Devil Night? It is a Gothic clothing store from the United Kingdom. They sell Goth clothing, Steampunk, Victorian and other alternative fashion wares. It's also where you can buy capes for the winter! But... can you trust them? Or is DevilNight a scam website? My experience buying from them was a bit... odd? Read more to hear my story (plus, see my unboxing video!).
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 moreGetting Lost in the Woods: A Story about Seeking Shelter from the Storm
Getting Lost in the Woods: A Woodland Fairy Tale Story- When the water gets too cold, mermaid sometimes come up on land to take to the forest. I decided to embrace life as an elf in the woods of Northern Michigan. I ended up getting caught in a storm, but it actually wasn't too bad... Would you like to see some pictures and hear of my tale?
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 moreWhere to Buy Elf Ears: Aradani Costumes Review and Unboxing
HOW TO BECOME AN ELF: Aradani Costumes Elf Ears Review- Where can you buy elf ears for costumes? Or a better question... where can you get realistic, high quality prosthetic ears for all of your costume, cosplay, and Halloween outfits? Well... I got some fake ears from Aradani Studios. Are they the best products out there? I'll let you decide!
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 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
Read moreHow to make a Love Potion: Fairy Dust Valentine Crafts
How 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 as a Mermaid or Cosplayer
Coming 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's the shortest day of the year... here's some Sunshine!
Today 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 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 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!
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