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Custom Tail Creator for Digital Mermaid Art

If you have ever used the Custom Tail Creator, you are familiar with how to upload your marker or colored pencil artwork to get your very own custom-made mermaid tail. Just print it out, color, snap a picture, and upload. Super simple! But what if you want to color digitally? Digital art opens the door for a lot more options. You can design your own scales, utilize stock photos for interesting textures, or paint with whatever color palette you could Read More >>

January 28, 2022

The Zodiac as Merfolk: Virgo

Symbolic of the gods of the harvest, those born under the Virgo zodiac sign are ready to shine from August 23 to September 22. These mers are fantastic friends with a seemingly endless supply of advice, so we strongly suggest having at least one Virgo friend! Once you win over their trust, they’ll be a true friend until the end. Curious to know which swimmable mermaid tails your other friends should have? Have a look at which tail matches each Read More >>

August 23, 2021

The Zodiac as Merfolk: Gemini

Can you believe that we’re already approaching the halfway mark through the year? But May 21 through June 20 is the time for Gemini merpersons to step up into the spotlight! They’ve got a lot to say, and there’s no one else we’d trust to tell the most captivating mermaid tales. Gemini Mermaid Tails Represented by the twins in Roman mythology, Castor and Pollux, Gemini mermaids embrace their duality. Will you see their serious and thoughtful side or their social Read More >>

May 21, 2021

The Zodiac as Merfolk: Taurus

It’s Taurus season, and it’s no “bull” when we say that we’re excited about it. These down-to-sea mers are surprisingly well-grounded for aquatic creatures with a taste for the finer things in life. If your birthday is anywhere from April 20 to May 20, now is your time to shine! If you’re not a Taurus mermaid, be sure to check out which tail matches your zodiac sign and be on the lookout for our in-depth breakdown of each sign. Taurus Read More >>

April 20, 2021

The Zodiac as Merfolk: Aries

  March 21 through April 19 is Aries season, and we are ready to talk about our first-ever fire sign. Passionate and determined, these mers are giving us the energy we need to make it through the first quarter of the year! Did you miss our last one? Learn more about our Pisces merfriends and what mermaid tail matches your zodiac sign. Aries Mermaid Tails Arguably the most ambitious and energetic of the zodiac, Aries mermaids are a force to Read More >>

March 21, 2021

The Zodiac as Merfolk: Pisces

From February 19 to March 20, we are fins deep in Pisces season! It’s our first water sign of the year, and let me tell you, we are READY.  We love finding you mermaid tails for your zodiac signs, but be sure to check out which tails match your birthstone too! Pisces Mermaid Tails Pisces mermaids are the best kinds of mermaids because one, they’re water signs, and two, their symbol is the two fishes. You mers are literally born Read More >>

February 19, 2021

Which Fin Fun Tail Matches Your Chinese Zodiac Sign?

It’s Chinese New Year, which got us thinking — which Fin Fun mermaid tail matches our Chinese zodiac animals? We’ve paired tails up with astrological signs and birthstones, but Lunar New Year is one of the biggest Chinese holidays and we want to celebrate our international mers as much as possible. Side note: Which international holiday do you want us to cover next? Drop it in the comments so we can pay tribute and learn more about your culture! Your Read More >>

February 12, 2021

Mermaid Ambassador Tips: Tail Swimming in Winter

As much as we would love for summer to last all year, most merfolks experience other seasons too. Tail swimming in winter can be especially tough. We talked to our Fin Fun Mermaid Ambassadors, and these are their tips for mermaiding during the winter months! Choose a Warm Location Mermaids Hen and Kylie suggest swimming in heated pools to stay warm when donning your swimmable mermaid tail. This way, you can still get your fins wet without freezing your tail Read More >>

February 3, 2021

The Zodiac as Merfolk: Aquarius

It’s a new year, and Aquarius mers are exactly who we need to set the tone for the future. We’re counting on you if you were born from January 20 to February 18 to flood the merworld with your inclusive ideas! This is the next article in our series of the Zodiac as Merfolk to see which swimmable mermaid tails match your sign!  Fin Fun Mermaid Tails for Aquarius Mers As an Aquarian, your symbol is the Water Bearer. You Read More >>

January 20, 2021

The Zodiac as Merfolk: Capricorn

It’s o-fish-ally Capricorn season!  If your birthday lies between December 22 and January 19, this is your time to shine. You’re one of the most responsible mers in the sea, and we wouldn’t have anyone else take us through the end of the year and into the new one! (And Neptune knows we need a year better than 2020.) This is the first in the series of The Zodiac as Merfolk, and we’re going to dive into the best mermaid Read More >>

December 22, 2020

5 Mermaid Dinner Recipe Ideas for Seafood-Loving Mers

After swimming all day in your mermaid tail, nothing feels better than sitting down to a homecooked meal, and you’ll love these mermaid dinner recipe ideas! Go for something simple for those warm, autumn days, or release your inner chef for a tsunami of flavor! Meat in the middle When you don’t want to cook on a hot stove, a crab salad sandwich will instantly transport you to the coast! Mermaid food recipes don’t have to be anything fancy, and Read More >>

September 2, 2020

Which Fin Fun Mermaid Tail Matches Your Zodiac Sign?

Your zodiac sign1 says a lot about you, but which Fin Fun mermaid tail matches your sign? We’ve already talked about which tails match your birthstone, but there’s even more to consider! From regal purples to fiery reds, you’re “shore” to find the perfect tail! Aquarius: Blue Lagoon If you’re an Aquarius, you may be shy, but you have a big heart and a desire to help others. Your individuality and independent spirit are best represented by airy, light blue Read More >>

August 5, 2020

How Merfolk Participate in Plastic-Free July

It’s summertime, and merfolk are spending as much time as possible flipping their fins in local waters. However, many of our oceans, lakes, and rivers are littered with plastic pollution. By undertaking the Plastic-Free July challenge, merfolk and landfolk around the world are making waves! Fin Fun Mermaid Ambassadors and Plastic-Free July Our very own Fin Fun Ambassadors undertook this challenge and urged others to join on social media. They live in locations all around the world, and their influence Read More >>

July 29, 2020

An In-Depth Guide to Crafting a Mersona Backstory

Humans have always had a fascination with merfolk, their tails, and their homes beneath the water’s surface. When they see you swimming among them, they’re bound to ask questions. Are you prepared to answer them? When you craft a mersona backstory, you can answer even the most obscure questions! These pointers will help you develop a story with depth and emotion, which will make your character appear more real to those you interact with. Start with the present It helps Read More >>

July 15, 2020

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Mermaid Set for Gaming Mers

If you’re a mermaid who loves video games, you’ve probably heard about the new mermaid set in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The game’s summer update introduces new mechanics, materials, and recipes that will make you FLIP with excitement!  Now, you can decorate your town and make it a mer paradise! How to get the mermaid set in Animal Crossing This Animal Crossing update allows you to go swimming and diving in the ocean, so starting out requires buying a wetsuit. Read More >>

July 8, 2020

Have Fun This Summer in a Mermaid Tail

The 21st of June was the first day of summer! How are you spending time in the sunshine? If you’re like most mers in the community, you’re looking for every opportunity to wear a mermaid tail and rock your mer-style! Here are some fun activities that you can do this summer in a mermaid tail. Stretch your fins Are you a pro at swimming like a mermaid? Put your skills to the test with a mermaid obstacle course! Get your Read More >>

June 24, 2020

Live Your Dreams with a Real-Life Mermaid Career

Being a mermaid isn’t just for kids. If you love the ocean and marine life, you can pursue your interests full-time with a mermaid career. Professional mermaiding isn’t the only option for merfolk! Everyone has unique talents and interests, and there are several career paths1 you can take without forsaking your love of all things mermaid and the ocean. Maritime Archaeologist As a marine archeologist, you’ll spend your time examining how ancient people interacted with the ocean and other bodies Read More >>

June 10, 2020

4Ocean: Cleaning the Ocean 1 Pound at a Time

Merfolk love the ocean and its beauty, but water clogged with trash taints that view. 4Ocean is a Florida-based company with a goal to keep our beaches and oceans beautiful. They provide sustainable products with the promise to collect one pound of plastic and garbage with every purchase. They’re leading a cause that can inspire the rest of the mer community to take action and protect our planet. Prevention starts with education This ocean-loving company knows that plastic pollution won’t Read More >>

June 3, 2020

4 Mermazing Mermaid Hair Tutorial Ideas

Many of us have grown up dreaming of Ariel’s voluminous red locks and other famous mermaid hairstyles. With a mermaid hair tutorial, you can transform yourself into the mermaid you’ve always wanted to be. Whether you want bright colors or an all-natural look, there’s a tutorial for you. 1. Sea-nic hair color Mermaids can have whatever hair color they want! If you want to commit to vibrant mermaid colors, make sure you see a hairstylist. There are plenty of people Read More >>

May 29, 2020

Mermaids in Action: Mermaid at Home Part 3

Have you ever wondered what the modern mer habitat looks like? Look no further! These creative mermaids at home show that you can have fun in every circumstance! Fin-flipping fun One easy way to ease your longing for the sea is to dive into a swimming pool. This spunky mer must have been flipping their fin in excitement to be gliding through the water! Us land-locked mers have had to live vicariously through them to get our H2O fix. What Read More >>

May 27, 2020