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 Paper look Old: How do you create antique looking paper like the kind ancient scrolls and texts are written on? Well, you don't have to wait a couple of hundred years to create it, I can tell ya' that! ;D Give this quick and easy DIY Old Paper Tutorial a try and you'll have a whole stack of tea stained paper in just around 5 minutes. This old paper is great for using in all sorts of fairytale crafts, so you may want to be sure to stock up on it!
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 moreHow 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 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 moreRedBubble Review: What is RedBubble and is RedBubble safe to buy from? This is a website that all artists, photographers, and Professional Mermaids need to know about if they want to make money from their art online OR if you want to bu unique one-of-a-kind gifts that can't be found in stores. But is RedBubble too good to be true? Find out here and see what I bought too!
Read moreHow to Have Magical Ice Powers: Glowing Cosplay DIY Snow Globe Prop - With only 3 materials required, it's never been easier to get ice powers. If you're cosplaying as character with wintry powers, like Elsa from Disney's Frozen, then you may find this video tutorial very useful. Or... if you're like me, you may just like to create and collect pretty looking things... in which case you will also like what I have for you today! ;D
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 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 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!
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