Summer may be ending but that doesn’t mean that mermaid season is over, at least if you have some mermaid-fanatic kids in your life like I do. So when I discovered Blankie Tails, handmade sleep-sack style blankets that look like shark or mermaid tails I immediately had to see it in person for myself. Because as I’ve learned, stuff like this can be a little hit or miss, with sloppy construction, cheap looking fabrics and big ugly product labels.
Mamas? These are absolutely wonderful.
With super soft, plush minky fabric, and a refreshingly homemade look and feel, it’s like one of those terrific gifts for the kid who has everything. Plus it supports a really nice small mom-and-pop-run business. Just know that while the blankets are fairly amply sized, if your kid is much older than about seven or eight, their whole body might not fit in there; not that it would stop them from using it.
While the shark is pretty awesome, I do prefer the mermaid tail, since it makes it look like your kid actually is a mermaid (or mer-man), and not being eaten by one.
Then again, that’s kind of what kids will like about the shark. So, personal preference.
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For $34.95, I think they’d be fantastic for kids heading to preschool or daycare who need a nap blanket that inspires them to actually uh, nap during that time period. Or hey, maybe they’ll just help kids of any age be more enthusiastic about getting into bed at night. Okay kids! Time to brush your teeth and get into your shark mouth!
Yep, works for me.
Visit Blankie Tails for adorable cozy blankets for kids that look like shark or mermaid tails. The mermaid tail comes in two colors, but I vote for the aqua for authenticity sake. Thanks to the company for sending one for review.
Love this product! My daughter wanted a mermaid bathing suit which I was hesitant about but this Mermaid blanket is a perfect choice. She will be thrilled.
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I’ve been looking at this for my daughter, but she’s 10 and tall. I’m wondering if I should get her the adult version? I’m nervous the kid one would be too small
if you click on one of the tails, it will give the dimensions so you can measure your daughter to see if she will fit inside…. looks like they are 36 inches from opening to bottom of mermaid fin, if placing feet inside the actual fins. hope that helps
Danielle, I’d say get the adult version if she’s tall. Can’t hurt. Both are cute though!
Oh my goodness, My 4 year old Grandaughter thinks she is a Mermaid ! We had a family Vacation in Myrtle Beach this year and I had to buy her almost everythin I saw that was associated with a Mermaid. Her Birthday Party is this Saturday and I did not get her gift yet be ause I was in a serious car accident a few months back , had a few surgeries and a few more to come down the road , can’t drive so I have to depend on my husbands schedule which is crazy hours, He also just had a stent put in 3 weeks ago very close to his heart ( #3) so we haven’t been very lucky. I would love to get her one for her party, Could you pleas call me ASAP ILL PAY THE EXTRA FEES FOR EXPRESS AND I WLL PUSH YOUR COMPANY BECAUSE YOU NEED TO BE RECOGNIZED AROUND HERE , THANK YOU
Do sharks & mermaid’s come in adult sizes?
Yes they surely do!
Do I still have time to order and receive tails for Christmas?
Would have been nice if you had a girl in the shark costume and the boy in the mermaid costume as well. Just for a change.
I would like to order some of these I tried to look them up online but couldn’t find ones like these
I ordered one a couple of weeks ago. Do u know how much longer til it gets here??
I was wondering the same thing! I ordered over Christmas. Have not received it yet
How fast can i get these shipped if I order 3
I bought mine for my daughter over Christmas and have not received my order yet. I was wondering when we would receive it.
There was a note up over the holidays on each product page that we saw clearly: Y’all bought all our stock! All current orders are set to ship January 30 – February 15, 2016 as noted in the description of each product page.
So I know it’s frustrating to wait, but presumably that’s when you’ll receive your order.
If you haven’t received it by February 15, tracking your order here: https://www.blankietails.com/apps/tracktor/track
Or contact the company at info@blankietails.com
They are very nice and very responsive.