It’s not every day a girl gets to be a mermaid. But this year’s famous Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog is offering the chance – and I gave it a whirl. For the princely sum of $10,… ...

August 4, 2014 / 10:08 AM CDT / CBS Minnesota MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- Twin sisters in St. Paul are making a big splash around the world with their custom-made mermaid tails.

Abby and Bryn Roberts own their own business, Finfolk Productions, and produce custom-made mermaid tails at their in-home studio in Asheville, North Carolina. See the full story on Circa.

One specific type of mermaid tail, the Eco Mermaid Tail, is made from the best blend of polyester and spandex. It's safe for use in chlorinated water and saltwater. The colors are vibrant and look ...

Kate began using a monofin — like one giant flipper — for her dips, before having mermaid tails custom-made in Hawaii. She says: “The tails cost around £100 plus post and packaging.

Fin Fun, one of the largest brands on the market, says it currently sells 50,000 tails a month, while Mertailor can create elaborate custom-made tails for professional mermaids in a matter of days.

Matthew: So, I have been making mermaid tails for over 10 years. One of the major questions I get is, "Who's buying these tails?" It's mainly models, hobbyists, performers.

“That’s why Fin Fun has created an amazing line of 100 percent swimmable mermaid tails made with our dazzling, custom-printed fabrics.

A silicone mermaid tail made by Finfolk Productions sits on a table in the production area of their office in Lincolnton. The silicone mermaid tails are custom fitted and designed to the buyer of ...

But wait, it might not be just the kids trying to beat the heat. “I have made such a splash so to speak.” Vanessa Lewis is splashing around town with her new custom made mermaid tail.

Snagging a mermaid tail definitely makes for a super fun time by the pool, and IMO, it's well-worth the starting price of $74.95.