Unknown Species

Just off Puerto Rico, a number of previously unknown creatures have been discovered. Casey Chan and Gizmodo Sploid have the story.

"Our oceans hide so many breathtakingly beautiful species that don’t look like they’re from our planet..."

The article contains a three minute video and an animated GIF so you can join in the exploration.


LA Mermaid School

Been reading about the Canadian mermaid schools and wishing there was one closer to home? If you live in the greater Los Angeles area, you may rejoice!

Seventeen brings us word of the school run by Sheroes Entertainment. Child (age 6+) or adult, mermaid or merman, you are welcome to join in the fun. Swimming ability is required.

"In this fun-filled fin-tasy guests will have the opportunity to learn what it takes to be a real Hollywood mermaid and master some of the basic techniques that our professional mermaids use in TV commercials!"

Prices start at only $40 for a 75 minute class, so dive right in!


Afghan Mermaid Tail

Don't put away the yarn and crochet hooks just yet. Makezine is featuring a wearable Afghan Mermaid Tail project that one should be able to complete in a weekend.

In this article, Shelly Bunyard provides a step by step guide to creating the mermaid tail. Previous crochet experience is probably a good idea. You will certainly enjoy step 17, "Get cozy".


Rise of the Mermaids

The Guardian recently published a story by Jessica Glenza on Weeki Wachee Springs, the city of live mermaids. We have seen a number of articles on Weeki Wachee recently, but this one covers a lot of material. We begin with a look at the mermaids, the park's main attraction.

"Women leave the spring shivering from the 30 minute performances in the 74 degree water."

The article continues with a section devoted to Mermaid Melissa and Vine video producer, Dennis Doucette. Later, the subjects covered include tail-making and diversity.


Best wishes and starfishes,
-Mermaid Cynthia
cynthia (at) goldmermaid.com

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Mysteries of the Deep

Paula Guran has assembled a wealth of deep water themed fiction, Mermaids and Other Mysteries of the Deep. The collection includes The Drowned Mermaid by Christopher Barzak, The Mermaid Game by Chris Howard, and The Sea Change by Neil Gaiman. There are 22 stories in all.

"Powerful and incomprehensible, the oceans were thought to be the home of many monstrous creatures..."

Details can be found at Black Gate. The book totals 384 pages and retails for $15.95 US in paperback or $6.99 US for the digital edition. Look for it at Amazon and Barnes & Noble at a discount.


Street View Under The Sea

Watch humpback whales swim by or explore a shipwreck, with all the comforts of home. Google Street View is ready to take you under the sea. Visit American Samoa, the Bahamas, or the Great Barrier Reef. C|Net and Lance Whitney have the story.

"As one example cited, the Great Barrier Reef faces such threats as an increase in storms and rising water temperatures, causing the reefs to bleach white."

According to the story, more undersea views are planned, so don't swim too far away!


Toronto Mermaid School

Here is an update on the Toronto Mermaid School. The school by Marielle Chartier-Henault is scheduled to open on July 5th. For all the details, check out these two short articles:

The first is offered by CTV News Toronto. The second article is from Derek Flack and BlogTo.

"Mermaid school is pretty much exactly what it sounds like, where swimming classes take place in full fins and other appropriate attire."

Future mermaids and mermen, it's time to go to school.


Mermaid Decor

Mermaids and mermaid fans, I have just what you need... a mermaid themed mailbox.

Completely Coastal is the place to go to check out what is hot in mermaid decor and wall art. Perhaps the mermaid shower curtain or ceramic vase is more your style.

"Mermaids are free, beautiful, and they swim in the ocean all day. What's not to love?"

My favorite is the set of four mermaid coasters. What is yours?


Best wishes and starfishes,
-Mermaid Cynthia
cynthia (at) goldmermaid.com

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Leave the Land Behind

Mermaids Hannah and Melissa are in the news again this week. In a short article at First To Know, AdrinaRose Movsesian provides a little background information on the two mermaids.

"Hannah created her first tail when she was just nine-years-old."

The article contains an 8-photo slide show of Hannah, and a 7+ minute video of Melissa in action. Links are also provided to each of the mermaid's web sites.


More Mermaids Than Men

Weeki Wachee Mermaid Kylee

Would you believe that the small Florida town of Weeki Wachee Springs has more mermaids than humans?

Join us behind the scenes at Weeki Wachee as Luke Johnson and Mashable tell the story of the Florida state park known far and wide.

"Even the mayor, Robyn Anderson, is a former mermaid."

A generous collection of hi-rez photos and a wealth of background information make this a must-read article for any mermaid fan.


Deep Ocean Creatures

When you are a mermaid, you need to know who your neighbors are down below. Gizmodo and Maddie Stone are here to help by introducing us to a number of 'never before seen' ocean creatures.

"For the first time ever, a collection of strange, beautiful, and totally-alien looking creatures that live some 10,000 feet below the ocean’s surface are saying hello to humanity."

Check out the 1.5 minute video and the photos, brought to you by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).


Top Ten List

Do you love to sew? Do you have a young mermaid's room to decorate? Need pajamas for yourself?

A recent design challenge at Spoonflower provides us with a list of their Top Ten Mermaid Fabrics. In truth, the list doesn't stop at ten. Most, if not all, of the 365 entries are available for viewing and purchase.

Which is your favorite?


Best wishes and starfishes,
-Mermaid Cynthia
cynthia (at) goldmermaid.com

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