Making A Sequin Tail! [Archive]

Mermaid Clara

03-20-2015, 04:55 PM

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/20/8ed94c3c2bf73e590dbf54094339570f.jpg Here is my modified monofin. I plan on keeping the shape and adding the ribbed shelf liner for the fringe on the bottom. The rest of my fabric should be here today or Monday and then I will be able to get started on sewing.

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Mermaid Nerida

03-20-2015, 06:29 PM

Yayy! Im so excited to see how it turns out!

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Mermaid Clara

03-22-2015, 06:08 PM

Update:
I'm going to start sewing the body of my tail today and right now I'm pinning the 18" zipper onto the back side of my tail... And as I'm writing this I realized that I started pinning the zipper on the wrong side of the tail, I meant to pin it on the gray side instead of the black side, oops! I http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/22/72aca614e8ec33205378521f827eab30.jpghttp://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/22/5e9e596d20548368b055747e69cbb434.jpghttp://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/22/6648026221fef4870582eadde07ee7c5.jpg
Here it is on the RIGHT side of the fabric!

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Mermaid_Kenzee

03-22-2015, 06:15 PM

What sequins are you using?

Mermaid Clara

03-22-2015, 06:23 PM

What sequins are you using?

I'm using 20mm shell shaped sequins from a seller in China. I haven't ordered them yet but I'll post a link to the sequins when I get on the computer.

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Mermaid Clara

03-22-2015, 06:25 PM

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/22/4dc3d5ffbac6f6516c6f9eadaa8e1688.jpg
Here is the zipper pinned to the correct side of my fabric! On to sewing and I'll be using both upholstery thread and 8lb fishing line, just to make sure it really stays on there!

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Mermaid Clara

03-22-2015, 10:03 PM

What sequins are you using?
Here is the link to the sequins, if you ask them they'll send you a pdf of the colors they have. I don't know how much shipping will be but for the colors I've chosen they said they would be $13.50 per kilogram.
Don't hesitate to ask me any questions! I'll try my best to answer them or refer you to someone who might know better than I do.
http://zxfl.en.alibaba.com/product/1613992664-200155880/2014_Bulk_Colorful_Loose_Sequin_in_Shell_Shape_for _Dress.html?edm_src=sys&edm_type=fdbk&edm_grp=0&edm_cta=read_msg&edm_time=realtime&edm_ver=e

MermaidKaelyn

03-22-2015, 10:38 PM

Hi this is probably a dumb question but are you going to hand sew all of the sequins on your tail?!?! That's so awesome!!! And also how did you modify your monofin?

Mermaid Clara

03-22-2015, 10:53 PM

Yep, I'm hand sewing every single sequin!
I followed a video its two parts here are the youtube links:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77BfuRGnamM&index=3&list=PLnlKEi4bzWivRkXqEo4h4_Ecm7w0MFEYF
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8R3Tsgrgdv8&list=PLnlKEi4bzWivRkXqEo4h4_Ecm7w0MFEYF&index=4

Maethor

03-23-2015, 12:01 AM

What fabric/material are you using for the tail?

Mermaid Clara

03-23-2015, 11:20 AM

I'm using neoprin, I know a lot of people advise against it though. One mermaid has used it for all of her tails though, Courtney Mermaid, i don't think shes on mernetwork though. but i already had a tail made of neoprin and I've never used it so i thought i would re-purpose it into a sequin tail.

Mermaid Clara

03-23-2015, 06:05 PM

I'm in the home stretch! Just a little bit more sewing on the zipper then it's onto sewing the sides together!http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/23/bd402273794d247f5e76d90586e03e67.jpg
(Please ignore my terrible hand sewing!)

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Princess Pearl

03-25-2015, 02:00 AM

The reason why its recommended not to use neoprin is because it stretches out. However, sequinsing a tail causes it to lose stretch. I wonder if it equals out in the end?

Meronica

03-25-2015, 03:04 PM

For what it's worth, I have one of Mertailor's neoprin tails and am very happy with it. Not sure if the silicone on the outside is holding it together or if it's because I'm more twig-shaped than curvy, but it's maintained its size very well so far. (: The neoprin would probably work well with sequins!

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Mermaid Clara

03-25-2015, 03:47 PM

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/25/19f31a03ab589b21e0e1672447c97b81.jpg I had yesterday off from school and work so I started sewing one of the sides and reenforcing the zipper.
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/25/a7cf08ee5f5883960d84a975c7f202c1.jpg

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Mermaid Clara

03-26-2015, 04:53 PM

Update:
Almost done with reenforcing the zipper! Then onto sewing the sides, making my duct tape body form, and ordering the sequins.
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/26/e509f8cd1e465e9dd0c803d65c5ea218.jpg

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Mermaid Clara

03-27-2015, 07:35 PM

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/27/d320e6b0c56cae622239a792a0b84956.jpg
Working more on sewing up the sides. This is going to take a while.

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Ilyena

03-28-2015, 02:36 AM

Good things take time ^_^

Mermaid Clara

03-29-2015, 08:07 PM

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/29/7ca9d421996cec15c75bb41dab8f450b.jpg
Almost done with one side! Next step is to see the other side and cut out my fluke pieces and sew those up and put in the fluke zipper too. Going to order my sequins soon as well!

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Mermaid Wesley

03-29-2015, 09:04 PM

is there any particular reason youre sewing the very edge?

Elle

03-29-2015, 09:12 PM

What kind of neoprin is this? as it looks like foam rubber in the middle (like what you'd find in neoprene) as opposed to fibres...

Mermaid Clara

03-29-2015, 10:20 PM

is there any particular reason youre sewing the very edge?
i'm sewing close to the edge because i want it to be seamless, i'm planing on covering the inside seams with e6000 (i tested it on some scrap neoprin and it held together and stretched well), i might see if i can do the largest zigzag stitch on my sewing machine for extra strength even though i doubled my upholstery thread.

Mermaid Clara

03-29-2015, 10:23 PM

What kind of neoprin is this? as it looks like foam rubber in the middle (like what you'd find in neoprene) as opposed to fibres...
I'm not sure, i bought it from spandex world a year or two ago, i don't recall what catagory they had it under but now they sell "spacer" or neoprin which is about 1mm thick i'm not totally sure if its neoprin or not because it looks very much like neoprene.

MermaidKaelyn

04-26-2015, 09:26 PM

I've been looking into making a sequin tail since I saw you started yours, how is yours going?

Rett

04-26-2015, 10:56 PM

Any progress? That fluke looks so huge (I LOVE huge flukes! :$ ;) ) So i'm excited to see this in progress!

Mermaid Clara

05-16-2015, 04:46 PM

Update:
My neoprin fluke is cut out and i'm going to try to order my sequins soon, hopefully this weekend or next week, I'm going to machine sew my fluke together and glue the vinyl fringe and purchase and sew velcro so i can remove my monofin.
thanks for following me through this giant tail project :mermaid kiss:

Mermaid Clara

05-17-2015, 04:32 PM

After stuffing my duct tape body form I didn't realize how big my butt is! So I have cut out the zipper and now I'm hand sewing some patches on to extend the butt area and then sew the zipper piece back on and then I'll work on sewing my fluke [emoji4]

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Mermaid Clara

05-18-2015, 12:10 PM

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Some in progress photos of making the butt area bigger on my tail.
I talked to my dad last night and he said we can order my sequins tomorrow [emoji1][emoji4] I'm so excited!!!!

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Mermaid Clara

05-22-2015, 06:08 PM

Grr! I've been trying to machine sew my fluke but both mine and my mom's sewing machines are acting up. I'm using upholstery thread and a 16 gauge needle. *sigh* well I'm just going to stop fiddling with it so I don't break it and wait until my mom gets home to help me.

Update: it looks like I'm going to have to hand sew the fluke together. Since both of the sewing machines refuse to sew it.
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Mermaid Clara

05-26-2015, 04:54 PM

Because of getting one D in last semester in college I have to use everything in my checking and saving accounts to pay for half of my summer and fall semesters. So it's going to delay my sequin purchase by a few months unless I'm able to pick up more shifts at work or start fundraising to get the $125 I need for the sequins.

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Mermaid Clara

05-29-2015, 03:44 PM

So I sent the money for the sequins through my dad's PayPal account and they sent me an email last night to confirm the order and I just really hope that this isn't a scam and I get my sequins!
I'm also working on sewing the zipper back onto the body of my tail and sewing together the fluke as well.

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Mermaid Clara

06-02-2015, 06:27 PM

Guys! GUYS!!!!!! My sequins came!!!! I was out in the garage with my mom making a stepping stone with my dog's paw print and I heard a truck pull up and the doorbell rang and a few minuets later my dad came out with a big package from China! I honestly didn't think my sequins would get here so soon!http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/02/9b86010dadf74e81b627bf1829403e2d.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/02/1557b5a52842c3133af64f655c7a8793.jpg

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ShyMer

06-02-2015, 07:11 PM

So pretty!

Seraphina Suds

06-02-2015, 07:16 PM

Awesome colors!

Mermaid Clara

06-03-2015, 04:01 PM

I have to go to the DMV to take my driving test to get my license this afternoon, I'm so nervous and I feel like I'm going to fail. In other news related to my sequin tail, I bought some of those curved hand sequins needles for when I sew on my sequins. I also got some progress made today on sewing my fluke.

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Mermaid Clara

06-10-2015, 01:13 PM

Tried on the body of my tail last weekend, too big in some spots since I lost a little bit of weight so I'll have to take it in. Also the fluke is done so I'll start sewing the vinyl on by hand for the fringe on the fluke and the dorsal to hide the zipper better.
In other news I'm restarting my guppy tank and added another 5 gallon. The one with the pink gravel is for the females and the blue gravel is the males.http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/10/1e222033f2f01594c8f9efe5cea707cb.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/10/e3875439f7443e96cf88e4944e4af021.jpg

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Mermaid Clara

06-29-2015, 12:19 PM

Some progress, going slow because I've been working on other stuff. I'm hand sewing the vinyl shelf liner strips onto end of the fluke one by one. http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/29/ab0f64bb4fcb72a6b1c18121293d93d5.jpg

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Mermaid Clara

08-12-2015, 06:09 PM

Update:
Stopped working on this tail for a while due to focusing on college, but I've just started to work on it again today! [emoji4] http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/12/7c103bae1d6d225dc626305bd3e9cd28.jpg

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Celaeno

08-12-2015, 06:16 PM

I love your sequin colors, they look like rose petals!

Mermaid Clara

08-12-2015, 06:39 PM

I love your sequin colors, they look like rose petals!

Thank you! [emoji4]

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Mermaid Caspiana

08-17-2015, 12:09 AM

CNt wait to see this as a finished product! :))

Adalira

08-17-2015, 04:56 PM

Mermaid Clara

08-17-2015, 06:46 PM

I have a few questions if you don't mind.
What shop on alibaba did you get it from?
And was the price good in the end?
And what size are the sequins?

Love the colors and look forward to see your progress! :-)

Here is the link:
http://m.alibaba.com/product/1613992664/Bulk-Loose-Sequin-in-Shell-Shape.html?hasRedirected=y

The price in the end was about $130 which wasn't too bad.

The sequins are 20mm, but they have other sizes.

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Adalira

08-18-2015, 04:51 AM

Thank you! :-)

Mermaid Kate Silverfin

08-18-2015, 08:58 AM

Mermaid Clara

08-18-2015, 11:56 AM

I'm looking forward to seeing this tail completed, it looks like it will be gorgeous!
If you don't mind, how does the ordering process on Alibaba actually work? Also, do these sequins seem pretty durable? I'd love to make a sequin tail sometime in the future, and a supplier not in the U.S. is probably going to be much cheaper for me! Thanks!

The sequins are pretty durable they are quite thick and I've tried to break one but only managed to dent it. I wouldn't suggest the metallic ones though, a couple ended up in one of my bags and I could easily scratch off the color with my finger nail.
As for ordering on Alibaba, you just message them and talk to them before you order so they know exactly what you want. They will make a invoice for you and then after confirming it you send them money through PayPal. At least that's how it worked for me.

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Mermaid Kate Silverfin

08-18-2015, 07:33 PM

Thanks for the information! I've always wondered how you order on there, I must admit I love their range of craft supplies! Best of luck with your tail!

Mermaid Clara

08-23-2015, 05:10 PM

Going to work hard on my tail today and tomorrow because I might have my first possible gig in January for a little girl who is in my Sunday school class! Also going to make some simple business cards as well. SOOOO excited!!!!!!!!

Mermaid Clara

08-24-2015, 02:21 AM

Spent 8-9 hours today working on sewing on the vinyl. The vinyl dorsal is done and I've redone the vinyl strips I had sewn onto the fluke, I'm almost half way done with one side. Then I need to sew on the Velcro and draw my patten and markings onto the neoprin with a fabric paint marker, after that I'll be FINALLY be able to start sewing on the sequins! My fingers are sore from sewing on the dorsal vinyl but then I found my medical tape and wrapped my thumb and index fingers so it was easier to grip the slippery needle and to push it through the neoprin and the vinyl.

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Lilyrose Fish

08-25-2015, 11:49 PM

I am following your progress and hoping you post lots of pictures. I have made several fabric tails and want to make a sequin tail soon. I feel I need to learn a lot more about the process.

Mermaid Clara

08-25-2015, 11:53 PM

I am following your progress and hoping you post lots of pictures. I have made several fabric tails and want to make a sequin tail soon. I feel I need to learn a lot more about the process.
Thanks for following my progress! I'll be sure to post a lot of pictures to help show how i'm doing things. there are some other mermaids who have made sequins tails and documented their progress on here so be sure to check out their threads too.:)

Mermaid Clara

08-27-2015, 06:24 PM

Absolutely no progress this week on my tail [emoji45] its only the second day of the fall semester and I'm already just wanting to go home and cry[emoji24] I can't take being away from home for 7 hours.
I plan on working more on the tail tomorrow and this weekend.

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Mermaid Clara

08-28-2015, 03:23 PM

Some updates!
First picture:
I am about half way done with sewing the vinyl strips on one side!
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/28/6b95de1199cd8c408c6abe658fc5f502.jpg
second picture:
Here is how I'm sewing on the vinyl. Nothing fancy just using a basting stitch with doubled upholstery thread.
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/28/c224a55cfd9c090374045c0c0588d072.jpg
third picture:
Here is the hem, my sewing machine didn't want to sew the neoprin so I did a blanket stitch along the sides until a inch or two before the rounded ends. Then I cut the ends into flaps(? I don't know what it's called) and folded them over and glued them with clear e6000 glue. Now I'm not able to sew through the glue so I sewed the vinyl right above the glued hems. Does this make sense?
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/28/43e436ef11a6e70c4d49b9734e28978a.jpg

I found that wrapping my fingers with cloth or paper medical or sports tape a few times helps me get a better grip on the needle when my hands are sweaty and keep them from getting sore and swollen.

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Mermaid Clara

08-30-2015, 04:50 PM

Taking a break from the fluke to work more on the body. http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/30/7f3361cf3f1505f109a707c13516503a.jpg

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GulfMerman101

08-31-2015, 02:17 AM

Hey there I want to say that I love the idea that you want to make a tail like jmb fx, coincidently I'm planning to make one too, I got the idea down, just not the color for the tail, I'm varying from blue like Zac's, to either the ones from H2o ? 2 years ago I'm meet with a special effects artist at JMB FX STUDIOS, his name was Steven Parker, and his job position was the painting, but what's his face Jason Baird, involved everyone on the making of the tails. Soooo? it hit me in the face that i see if he could tell me how they make the tails, without me actually telling him, because HE said that any information dealing with any professional processes must "Stay in the House of Jmb Fx Studios". so I lied, yes I know, but I wanted the info ahah, and I said that I actually graduated high school and im at University of Art and culture in Arizona, and we were learning about moulding, and I asked Steven if he could give me alil insight to his advanced knowledge in the workplace. and bingo I got it all. it took about 3 months to get it since he was constantly on projects, but yeah I got the complete information on making the tails, and yes ive heard that making it would be spending lot of money, but theres a trick to that, ill say, Alibaba.com is a marketing business place to buy large quanties for REALLY cheap price, because its straight from CHINA, im going to buy and recommend to buy there, ( Clear Silicone, Clear Urethane Resin, Nylon for the fluke, (which Ive seen go about 200+ dollars) NOT ON Alibaba though. Neoprene.)
Silicone- for the Body, dorsal fins
Urethane- Tail Fluke
Nylon- Inside the middle of the Fluke
Neoprene- Body Sock, which he said is actually 3 layered, not One!

GulfMerman101

08-31-2015, 02:19 AM

if you have any questions about the tail process, you can ask me, and ill be sure to answer

Mermaid Enora

08-31-2015, 03:56 AM

Spammer?????

Mermaid Wesley

08-31-2015, 04:08 AM

No it's not spam. Just a bit dense wall'o'text :)
Though it seams to be in the wrong thread?

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Mermaid Enora

08-31-2015, 05:03 AM

No it's not spam. Just a bit dense wall'o'text :)
Though it seams to be in the wrong thread?

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almost seems like it' too good to be true sort of stuff.
But I think it does need to be on a separate thread.

Mermaid Clara

08-31-2015, 02:56 PM

No it's not spam. Just a bit dense wall'o'text :)
Though it seams to be in the wrong thread?

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I agree, I don't know what they are really trying say? I think they also copied and pasted the same post onto another thread as well.

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Mermaid Wesley

08-31-2015, 03:34 PM

I think it was posted here by mistake.

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Mermaid Julianne

08-31-2015, 10:40 PM

I agree, I don't know what they are really trying say? I think they also copied and pasted the same post onto another thread as well.

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Yeah, the original post was from Jazz's extended silicone tail thread.

Anyways, back to the topic at hand, you've made amazing progress so far Kelly! I can't wait to see you put on the sequins!

Shaylee Moon

11-28-2015, 10:37 AM

I have a question! Around how mAny sequins did you buy?

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Mermaid Clara

11-28-2015, 01:56 PM

I have a question! Around how mAny sequins did you buy?

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I have no clue! I bought 4 big bags of them. I'll try and find the emails between me and the seller and let you know.

Shaylee Moon

11-28-2015, 01:58 PM

I have no clue! I bought 4 big bags of them. I'll try and find the emails between me and the seller and let you know.

I believe big bags are suppose to have around 500

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Mermaid Clara

11-28-2015, 02:04 PM

I believe big bags are suppose to have around 500

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I bought mine from a seller in China, the minimum order is 1 kilogram which is about 2.2 pounds.

Shaylee Moon

11-28-2015, 02:35 PM

Alrighty~ that will help

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Shaylee Moon

11-28-2015, 02:38 PM

Wait but wAs each bag 1kilo

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Mermaid Clara

11-28-2015, 04:44 PM

Wait but wAs each bag 1kilo

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Yep! I don't remember how many sequins are in each kilo. But there are a lot! Check out the seller, I posted the link a few pages back. They sell them in many sizes and colors!

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Mermaid Clara

11-28-2015, 04:49 PM

I've put this on the shelf for a while but I'm going to start working on it again. I'm going to use this tail for special occasions! Like dry parties and stuff.

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Shaylee Moon

11-28-2015, 05:06 PM

The link wont wooork

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Mermaid Clara

11-28-2015, 08:13 PM

The link wont wooork

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Search for "bulk seashell sequins" on alibaba.com and it should be the one by the company "Guangzhou Hanjie Trade Co., Ltd"

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Shaylee Moon

11-28-2015, 10:24 PM

Thank, I'll just figure it out from here~

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Mermaid Clara

11-29-2015, 02:19 AM

Thank, I'll just figure it out from here~

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Okay, let me know if you have any questions![emoji4] thanks for reviving this thread by the way, I was close to just giving up on this tail but you replying to my thread has giving me the motivation to start this again!

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Shaylee Moon

11-29-2015, 01:51 PM

Thats so great because I was totally looking forward to the end reault!

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Kunoichi Ribeiro

11-29-2015, 09:40 PM

Hi Kelly Mermaid! Im excited to see how your tail will come! I think gonna be gorgeous! Like you, im just finishing a tail. But is for a friend and is a fabric one. My next project is for myself and is a neoprene / sequin tail too. But i have a few questions to be answer, can you give me a fin(hand)? One of my big task is where to find the vinyl( and witch type is) to make the fins. I heard about make with shower curtains. That milky transparent ones. Also vinyl shower mats, but is hard to find with this stripes. You can tell me where i can purchase?
Regards and good look with your tail! ;)

Mermaid Clara

11-29-2015, 09:40 PM

So far I haven't worked on the tail yet today. I still have to bullshit an essay draft about a book that I read twice but hardly remember any of it.

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Mermaid Clara

11-29-2015, 11:29 PM

My next project is for myself and is a neoprene / sequin tail too. But i have a few questions to be answer, can you give me a fin(hand)? One of my big task is where to find the vinyl( and witch type is) to make the fins. but is hard to find with this stripes. You can tell me where i can purchase?
Regards and good look with your tail! ;)

I found this at Target. It's non adhesive clear ribbed shelf liner made by "con-tact" brand.
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/29/1debddec28067443e27652ac1e4e0fd3.jpg

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Hydra1337

12-02-2015, 01:27 AM

Your tail design is awesome and normally I'm not a fan of pink tails. There's nothing wrong with them on other mers; it's just not my color.

I'm definitely going to follow this thread.

Mermaid Mystery

12-02-2015, 02:12 AM

I found this at Target. It's non adhesive clear ribbed shelf liner made by "con-tact" brand.

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I have it too, they sell it at Home Depot as well. it's really nice but I haven't had a chance to use it yet.

Mermaid Clara

12-02-2015, 12:10 PM

Your tail design is awesome and normally I'm not a fan of pink tails. There's nothing wrong with them on other mers; it's just not my color.

I'm definitely going to follow this thread.
Normally i'm not a big fan of pink, but for some reason when i was designing this tail I kept going back to shades of pink. Also I choose pink because i plan on doing children's parties and wanted to have more of a doll/barbie like tail.
Thanks for following! :)

Shaylee Moon

12-02-2015, 01:57 PM

How much exactly is it for 1 kilogram of these?

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Mermaid Clara

12-02-2015, 05:27 PM

How much exactly is it for 1 kilogram of these?

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I paid $13.50 per kilogram. It might be different so you'll have to email the company and see what the current price is.

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Mermaid Clara

12-05-2015, 04:58 PM

So I worked on my tail some the past couple days. I'm almost done with the body, with the help of my mom we used safety pins and adjusted it so it was pinned tighter. For the body I just have to sew it tighter and finish securing the vinyl around the zipper, I might just redo the vinyl dorsal on the body. For the fluke I need to finish sewing the vinyl and the velco on and then attach the two pieces together and then I'll be ready to start the sequins!

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Mermaid Julianne

12-07-2015, 02:53 AM

How exciting! I'm so glad you continued working on this tail, the design really is spectacular and I can't wait to see it come to life!

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Kunoichi Ribeiro

12-12-2015, 01:09 AM

Thank you soooo much to answer me Kelly Mermaid. My brother is in Houston, so i will ask him to have a look for me at Target and Home Depot!:yay:

Mermaid Clara

01-18-2016, 05:50 PM

Well it's been a while but here is an update! My neoprene tail is such a Frankenstein tail! I'm looking into ordering some 4mm neoprene from an Alibaba company. I'll most likely order it with one side white and one side black if possible but I'll have to make a few tails because the minimum order is like 10 or 20 sheets which the size are 51" wide and 130" long which is perfect. But I'm super excited to be continuing this tail while I'm starting over I'm going to be doing some tests to see if I can strengthen the sequins and protect them from shedding the iridescent film, possibly with some clear resin or nail polish. Anyway stay tuned my lovely merfolks! Y'all are the one who keep me going!

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Mermaid Clara

01-19-2016, 03:32 AM

12:30am rambling update!
So I've decided to add a belt inside the tail that is adjustable so I can adjust it tighter when I loose weight. I haven't heard back from the company representative I emailed but I just hope it's not going to be super expensive for the new neoprene. I already know shipping is going to be most likely more than what it actually cost like it did my sequins. But it will be worth it to have multiple neoprene sheets so I could eventually make more sequin tails. I'll probably have to hand sew all of this too but whatever.

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Mermaid Clara

01-19-2016, 08:26 PM

Still waiting on the price of the neoprene from sales associate with the neoprene manufacturer. Cross your fingers that it's not going to cost an arm and a fluke!

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Rett

01-19-2016, 10:23 PM

Crossing my fingers for you! Cant wait for the (hopefully good) news!

Mermaid Clara

01-20-2016, 12:07 AM

oh sweet lord! i'm so relieved, after talking to like 3 or 4 manufacturers I finally found someone who has a low minimum order quantity! So the sheets of neoprene I plan on getting are 4mm thick, 55 inches wide by 133 inches long and the minimum order is 5 sheets and $12.60 per sheet, so i'm buying 6 sheets for $75.60(not including shipping). So buying 6 sheets gives me the excuse to make another sequin tail once i'm done with this one, or in case if i make a mistake.

Hydra1337

01-20-2016, 01:47 AM

Why 4mm neoprene?

Mermaid Clara

01-20-2016, 02:36 PM

Why 4mm neoprene?

Because I feel like anything thinner is too thin and not warm or strong enough. Mermaid Enora made a sequin tail using 5mm neoprene and recycled from a wetsuit. Mermaid Enora made a sequin tail using 5mm neoprene from a recycled wetsuit. She covered it with turquoise spandex and sewed though half of the neoprene. Check out her thread called "another sequin tail"

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Hydra1337

01-20-2016, 05:25 PM

Oh, I see. I haven't made a tail yet so I didn't know you could use neoprene that thick. I'll check that thread out, thanks.

Rett

01-20-2016, 08:20 PM

How hard is it to hand sew 4mm neoprene? Or will you be machine sewing the sequins on?

Mermaid Clara

01-20-2016, 08:26 PM

How hard is it to hand sew 4mm neoprene? Or will you be machine sewing the sequins on?

Pretty easy, just use a curved leather needle and some fishing line. I'm going to be hand sewing because my machine isn't made to see heavy fabrics like neoprene.

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Mermaid Clara

01-23-2016, 04:38 PM

Well... I've worked once in the the last two weeks, because they forgot to schedule me and another girl called out sick, but I did get payed time and a half. But recently I looked at my checking account and the balance is $30 and I'm crying because I really want to get my sequin tail done before summer so I can launch my business. So I might just have to start a Go Fund Me campaign to raise money for the rest of the stuff I need to finish my tail and start my business. I know fundraising and crowdfunding is looked down on but I've worked so hard to get everything up until this stopping point and I just need a little bit of help to reach my goal.

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Mermaid Clara

01-24-2016, 07:12 PM

Working on my top! I made a pattern of one of my strapless bra cups and cut it in pieces to keep its shape. I'm using scraps of left over tan neoprene
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Mermaid Momo

01-24-2016, 07:27 PM

Do you remember which types of sequins you got? (like were they the laser, or special, or metallic?)

Mermaid Clara

01-24-2016, 07:31 PM

Do you remember which types of sequins you got? (like were they the laser, or special, or metallic?)

They were special, I think.

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Mermaid Clara

01-25-2016, 12:03 AM

Still working on my top! I've cut out the pieces and pinned them together
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160125/621d44b1290e8d282e6d73d09334aeac.jpg
Finished the cups of my "bra" going to still have to wear a bra under though this just makes it easy so I don't have to buy multiple bras for each tail.http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160125/9166ee124612e7810b20f452a2108963.jpg
I'm now pinning them some other scrap neoprene that will be the body. Then I'll sew and attach the two pieces together. I'm most likely going to use some power mesh as straps on the shoulders and back so it's stretchier and I don't have a problem getting it on.

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Adalira

01-25-2016, 11:50 AM

Woohoo lots of progress i see, cant wait to see more :-)

Mermaid Clara

01-25-2016, 07:39 PM

Just keep sewing, just keep sewing, just keep sewing, sewing, sewing, sewing!
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I just want to be done sewing my top together so I can just start sewing on the sequins.

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Mermaid Clara

01-28-2016, 07:21 PM

I know people hate Go Fund Me, but I made one to help raise money to start my business and finish my sequin tail. I'm in school 3 days a week and barely working any hours because they dislike my new schedule, so the money I have coming in right now isn't very much and is mostly going into savings for a car and to move out. If you could just simply share it and help get the word out I would really appreciate it :)
https://www.gofundme.com/2vkmwgys

Mermaid Clara

01-28-2016, 07:54 PM

Shredding all this vinyl tonight! Might as well do it now since I'm just going to end up doing it anyway.
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Mermaid Clara

01-29-2016, 12:26 PM

I'm going to order my neoprene sheets tonight or tomorrow! My dad is going to pay for it but unless I get a B or better on my first math test then I'm not going to be able to work with it until a month after it gets delivered.

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Mermaid Clara

01-29-2016, 03:47 PM

My top is done being sewed together! I just need to add some straps or it will fall down. I made it a tiny bit too big so it will just be easier to get on and off. The back is just power mesh, the front made of scrap neoprene which is why the cups are tan and the body is black.
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Mermaid Clara

01-29-2016, 05:07 PM

Almost done! Just adding some more coverage int the front and the straps
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All done! Time to start sewing on sequins!

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Mermaid Clara

01-29-2016, 08:19 PM

My little table tray with my mini Tupperware cups of sequins, I just put some in these because it's smaller than a gallon size bag of sequins.
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And my top on the pillow, I used a paint marker to map out the colors.
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Mermaid Clara

01-29-2016, 10:15 PM

aw screw it... I'm just going to glue the sequins on instead of sewing. I'll have to pick up some e6000 tomorrow along with some glue syringes.

The Water Phoenix

01-29-2016, 10:42 PM

Can't wait to see it finished!

PearlieMae

01-30-2016, 12:25 AM

I think you'd be better off in the long run sewing them. Glue is okay, but it's not good against your skin, and if you have sequins with an AB coating, they'll peel off.

Mermaid Enora

01-30-2016, 12:12 PM

Agree with Pearlie
sewing is the best way for any long term usage of your tail. The glue will make the tail stiff as well as possibly only adhering to the shiny back coating and then allowing the sequin to fall off later.

Mermaid Clara

01-30-2016, 12:17 PM

Mermaid Clara

01-30-2016, 02:35 PM

Second attempt at sewing the sequins is much better than my first attempt!
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Hydra1337

01-30-2016, 02:46 PM

Looking good!

EDIT: Also, how visible is the power mesh when you wear it?

Mermaid Clara

01-30-2016, 03:24 PM

Looking good!

EDIT: Also, how visible is the power mesh when you wear it?

Kinda visible because it's like a beige and I'm really pale.

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Mermaid Enora

01-30-2016, 03:47 PM

Kinda visible because it's like a beige and I'm really pale.

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Happens to me too

Second attempt at sewing the sequins is much better than my first attempt!
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looks great!

Mermaid Clara

01-30-2016, 06:09 PM

Almost done with the second row! I keep getting distracted by how shiny and pretty it is and keep wanting to pet the sequins hahaha!
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Mermaid Enora

01-30-2016, 11:22 PM

MermaidSandie

01-31-2016, 11:23 AM

Ooh, loving the progress on your top, I'm sure it will turn out fabulous!! <3

PearlieMae

01-31-2016, 03:20 PM

It never would have occurred to me to sew them on vertically. I would have started from the bottom up!

Looks awesome so far!

Mermaid Clara

01-31-2016, 04:33 PM

I started my neoprene order yesterday afternoon. No word since... I should have placed my order sooner, as I expect they are receiving lots of email and orders and are getting ready for the holiday coming up. Cross you fingers that they'll get my order before they leave for Chinese New Year! Maybe I'm rushing into starting my tail but I'm really wanting to get my tail made and sequins sewn on before we go to Sea Ranch.
Also I've picked up two more spools of fishing line. I'm also debating on whether or not I should hand sew the tail with fishing line instead of machine sewing with upholstery thread.
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Mermaid Clara

01-31-2016, 06:56 PM

I'm also going to make a few skirts to go with my tail. Shades of pink and white. Here are my inspiration photos:
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160131/e5939616aa3fedd804abcf1052f723f4.jpg
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160131/974ddae16f596e004dbf65c5dfc6e898.jpg
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http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160131/4eb9f857bb65afd904f4ae5be1e663a8.jpg
I'm going to order a bolt of white/sheer organza fabric which is 54" wide and 40 yards long for $23 on Amazon. I'll cut out my pieces then dye them in color batches. I'll also make a muslin slip or two to help change up the look or keep it more modest since the fabric is kinda sheer. Anyway just kinda babbling my ideas about this.

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Mermaid Clara

01-31-2016, 06:58 PM

If anyone has fully read any of my babbling posts then I applaud you because I get so off topic and keep going on and on sometimes like a crazy mermaid, lol[emoji4]

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Mermaid Clara

01-31-2016, 11:07 PM

I'm disliking the top I made. So I'm starting to sequin a lace bralette from Torrid because it fits better.
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Mermaid Enora

02-01-2016, 10:54 AM

It never would have occurred to me to sew them on vertically. I would have started from the bottom up!

Looks awesome so far!

That's the way mine are sewed. It helps with the stretching to get it on and off.

I started my neoprene order yesterday afternoon. No word since... I should have placed my order sooner, as I expect they are receiving lots of email and orders and are getting ready for the holiday coming up. Cross you fingers that they'll get my order before they leave for Chinese New Year! Maybe I'm rushing into starting my tail but I'm really wanting to get my tail made and sequins sewn on before we go to Sea Ranch.
Also I've picked up two more spools of fishing line. I'm also debating on whether or not I should hand sew the tail with fishing line instead of machine sewing with upholstery thread.
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160131/29ed226074683c9196fd84c5b426885b.jpg

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I would definitely suggest fishing line!
The upholstery thread is tough but it just can't stand up to being pulled really hard when trying to get tops and tails on and off. I tried with my top and it all broke.
Also with that a plastic like fishing line.
I used a greenish thread like line and it worked better than the clear non woven line. at least in my experience.

I'm disliking the top I made. So I'm starting to sequin a lace bralette from Torrid because it fits better.
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my top kinda started out that way too (purposely), but with the sewing of the sequins it shrunk a little so don't be too worried. :)

Mermaid Clara

02-01-2016, 11:29 AM

$215 for shipping on the neoprene.... Holy carp!!!!

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Hydra1337

02-01-2016, 11:33 AM

Out of curiosity where did you get your neoprene from?

Mermaid Clara

02-01-2016, 12:27 PM

Out of curiosity where did you get your neoprene from?

The super thin stuff is neoprin from spandex world. I'm trying to order real neoprene from a company on Alibaba. But if you can stand a used wetsuit then get a used one from a surf/dive shop like Enora did or on eBay.

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Mermaid Momo

02-01-2016, 02:05 PM

$215 for shipping on the neoprene.... Holy carp!!!!

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Try Mood fabrics. My entire order was $65 for 3 yards of neoprene, double faced with Lycra (you can also choose from a bunch of different colors)

Mermaid Clara

02-01-2016, 02:45 PM

I've been annoying my parents when I turn on lots of lights so I can see better when I'm sewing, so my dad is letting me use his head lamp! I make myself laugh every time I see myself.[emoji4]
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Hydra1337

02-02-2016, 01:48 PM

I love the headlamp. lol

Back on the neoprene subject for a second, I found a user on Etsy (https://www.etsy.com/shop/missnancy48) that sells it for $12.99 a yard (which from I found online is cheapest without buying in bulk; if someone can prove me wrong please do). She has good reviews all across the board so when I make my first tail I intend to buy from her.

Mermaid Clara

02-02-2016, 10:29 PM

Try Mood fabrics. My entire order was $65 for 3 yards of neoprene, double faced with Lycra (you can also choose from a bunch of different colors)

I give in I'm just going to order it from Mood fabrics. Save my head from exploding and my bank account.

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Mermaid Clara

02-10-2016, 01:46 PM

Update: I'm waiting until I get paid to order my neoprene, so next week I should be able to order it. In the meantime I'm going to order the other stuff I need, i.e. the zipper for the fluke, the nylon webbing and the adjustable buckle for the belt. I'm also going to make a bag for my tail using a plastic heavy duty tarp. It will be sort of like a backpack style but I'll be able to unfold it to lay on while putting on my tail.

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Mermaid Clara

02-16-2016, 09:09 PM

*screams* I only have $20 in my checking account [emoji24] but the $50 visa gift card from test driving a car at the ford dealership came in the mail, don't know if I can use it online, I'll have to read the instruction thing more.
*edit* yes I can, so I'll save it for buying the neoprene and hopefully I'll get paid from working at the church or at jcp soon.

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Kaila Mermaid

02-20-2016, 06:14 PM

Visa gift cards are totally kosher online as long as you don't go over the $50 because it will try and process it as a credit card

Mermaid Clara

02-23-2016, 01:18 PM

I need some opinions... Should I turn this sequin tail into a silicone hybrid tail? Or should I just continue with the painted fluke and sequin body? I was also making a full silicone, individual scale tail but I put it on hold due to lack of money and wanting to also make the neoprene/sequin tail. Ugh so many ideas swarming around my brain.

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Mermaid Wesley

02-23-2016, 02:18 PM

I vote hybrid. But if you really want a full silicone then I vote painted to save money

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MermaidSandie

02-23-2016, 09:13 PM

Not gonna lie, I really love the looks of sequin tails so I'm voting hybrid or painted fluke!! Whichever you pick, I'm sure it will turn out beautiful!!

Mermaid Clara

02-27-2016, 02:14 PM

Ok I've decided! I'm going to continue with making the sequin tail with the painted fluke. I should be getting paid any day now so I'll be able to order my neoprene from Mood Fabrics. I'm super excited to get more work done on this tail!!!

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Mermaid Clara

02-27-2016, 06:23 PM

I just ordered my neoprene! It should be here in 3-7 business days after they process my order, so around next week I should get my neoprene in the mail!

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Mermaid Clara

03-04-2016, 05:32 PM

Look!!! My neoprene is going to be here tomorrow!
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Mermaid Clara

03-05-2016, 11:41 AM

My neoprene is HERE!!!! I just ran around my house for ten minuets carrying it saying "NEOPRENE IS HERE!!!" That's how crazy excited I am!
This thing is huge! I expected it to be in a box.
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Mermaid Tami

03-05-2016, 01:08 PM

Mermaid Clara

03-05-2016, 01:39 PM

Is the neoprene wetsuit quality? I've been noticing that several places are selling neoprene that isn't. I'm looking to order mine next week and want to make sure I get the right stuff!
Not totally sure if it is or not. Mood Fabrics sells a lot of good quality fabric. It seems pretty good quality compared to other stuff I've bought. The discription on the site doesn't really say much of the quality, just that it can be used to make wet suits. I'm really happy with it though!
http://www.moodfabrics.com/fashion-fabrics/other-fabrics/neoprene/black-white-double-faced-neoprene-scuba-fabric-305938.html

Mermaid Momo

03-05-2016, 08:58 PM

Mermaid Tami

03-05-2016, 10:07 PM

Awesome! I just ordered some of it tonight!

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Mermaid Clara

03-06-2016, 09:44 AM

Gathered my supplies and started my fluke this morning at 6am. Taking a short break to eat breakfast then it's back to work on this baby!
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Mermaid Tami

03-06-2016, 11:20 AM

Mermaid Clara

03-06-2016, 01:22 PM

Have you done any water tests with your sequins? I've got to get mine ordered! I was going to go through Cartwright because they have such good reviews but they don't have purple shells and they're kinda expensive.
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Yep, they are pretty heavy duty. The only peeling of the shiny foil coating was with a lot of rough contact with concrete and sand paper. I'm really happy with the company I bulk ordered from but that was almost a year ago so I don't know how good their customer service/ ordering is now, but you might try contacting them anyway if you want to go with a bulk order. I think Cartwright has the big shell sequins in purple, I might be wrong though.

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Mermaid Tami

03-06-2016, 05:22 PM

Thanks, I'll check it out!

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Mermaid Clara

03-27-2016, 11:38 PM

Kay I'm back to work on the tail. Right now I'm sewing the vinyl shelf liner onto strips of scrap neoprene from when I was cutting out the fluke http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160328/bbbc32687f55caca76c8b0cdb87f47b3.jpg
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160328/98ca60ac8deae147c755ff256c72c247.jpg
That red circle is one of those "screwy louies" for opening jars and stuff because it's hard to get a grip on the needle to push it through both the neoprene and vinyl with bare fingers.

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Hydra1337

03-27-2016, 11:43 PM

I know how much using your bare fingers stinks with material that's hard to sew. I've ended up with little welts from not doing what you're doing.

Mermaid Enora

03-28-2016, 12:34 AM

Pliers are also really useful for pulling the needle through the vinyl.

Mermaid Nelly

03-28-2016, 10:05 AM

Pliers are also really useful for pulling the needle through the vinyl.

Never thought about doing this!!! Helpful!!! Also Kelly, your tail is going to look AMAZING! The fluke design is beautiful and congrats on your neoprene!!!!

Mermaid Tami

03-29-2016, 10:51 PM

I got my neoprene from mood fabric and I'm also very happy with it!!

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Mermaid Clara

04-21-2016, 03:37 PM

Last night I made the decision to sell my materials. After not being able to sleep the whole night I've decided that I will continue this tail. Giving up on this tail just broke my heart because I've worked so hard getting to this point and spent all my hard earned money just to make this tail. It will be kind of a waste just giving up. I feel like continuing this tail will really be the best thing for me.

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PearlieMae

04-21-2016, 04:50 PM

:cheerleader::cheerleader::cheerleader::cheerleade r::cheerleader::cheerleader: YOU CAN DO IT!!! :cheerleader::cheerleader::cheerleader::cheerleade r::cheerleader::cheerleader:

Mermaid Clara

04-21-2016, 05:21 PM

:cheerleader::cheerleader::cheerleader::cheerleade r::cheerleader::cheerleader: YOU CAN DO IT!!! :cheerleader::cheerleader::cheerleader::cheerleade r::cheerleader::cheerleader:

Thank you Pearlie!

Mermaid Clara

04-21-2016, 09:06 PM

Opinions needed! I'm dying my hair and this is what I'm using for my inspiration:
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160422/4eb33346be3872a6f9d985fdda0e9245.jpg
Do you think it will clash with my pink and white sequin tail? I'm thinking that it kinda reminds me of Princess Ariel's pink gown and with bright red hair maybe I could be a pink tailed Ariel?

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Mermaid Jaffa

04-21-2016, 09:14 PM

Dyed hair doesn't last long in chlorine.

There is always this tail from Sun Tails. Its not exactly the same but it comes close and is just as pretty.
https://www.facebook.com/suntailmermaid/photos/a.256052844598290.1073741828.248997955303779/511356742401231/?type=3&theater

MerMaiden Lissa

04-22-2016, 01:09 AM

Have you had bright red before? It's one of the harder colors to keep nice because it fades pretty easily.
When I had bright red I only washed it in cold water, used special shampoo for red hair, and always got my hair wet with clean water before swimming. It usually faded to an orangey color in about 3-4 weeks even with being so careful. I worked in a salon though, so it was easy to color it often.

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Mermaid Clara

04-24-2016, 04:05 PM

My mom is tracing me on the neoprene with chalk. My cat is very curious as to what her grandma and mom are doing.
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Mermaid Clara

04-24-2016, 04:08 PM

One side drawn.
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I'm going to try and get this sewn together today at least with a large basting stitch so I can try it on and take it in where I need to.

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Mermaid Clara

04-24-2016, 07:49 PM

Update: I cut out the body and glued it together with e6000 so I can try it on to see if it fit. It fits and I'm just working on sewing the sides together since the glue didn't hold. I'm currently packing up my supplies to work on when I'm with my bff Emily tonight and tomorrow.

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Mermaid Jaffa

04-25-2016, 12:21 AM

Nice work so far! I'm thinking of doing the same, except with the $50 wetsuit I bought. Just have to find the thread where the person completed the wetsuit pants tail...

Mermaid Clara

04-25-2016, 10:50 AM

Just a quick update: I'm almost to the half way point of sewing one side of the body. Oh my, do my fingers hurt or what?!?! It would be worse if I wasn't using a rubber circle thing that gets open tight lids. I'm just taking a short break this morning cause I've gotten only 3 hours of sleep this morning, yet I'm not very tired because I had an energy drink and just from pure excitement that I'm not at home and I'm with my friend. Anyway I'm crossing my finger my day will be a happy, fun and productive day!

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Sapphire Mermaid

05-04-2016, 12:04 AM

I have had almost that exact hair and it is incredibly hard to keep up! Especially if you will be in water and swimming. The red fades out within about 4 weeks to a duller orangish colour and the blue will go to a lighter teal colour. If you aren't swimming, it lasts longer, but still fades and dulls rather quickly.

btw, your tail is gong to be amazing! Don't give up! I am going to hand sew my whole tail too, you're my inspiration! :highfive::cheerleader::hug:

Mermaid Clara

05-04-2016, 11:14 AM

Mermaid Clara

05-22-2016, 08:37 PM

Both of my tails haven't gotten much work done because I've been busy with work and just kinda depressed lately. BUT.... After seeing some progress made on other sequin tails I'm back to work on this tail!

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Mermaid Clara

07-05-2016, 01:38 PM

I've made quite a bit of progress on sewing the neoprene! I'm back to work on this tail and hopefully working 24/7 (kind) to work on this tail so I can take it to San Fransisco with me when my mom and I see my aunt.

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Mermaid Clara

07-07-2016, 04:38 PM

My face when someone asks me how my sequin tail is going....
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I haven't even started the sequin yet and I'm just about going crazy.

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Mermaid Clara

07-07-2016, 04:41 PM

My face when I realize I'm not going to finish this in time.
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I'm going to have to bust my butt to get this tail sewn together and start sequining. I changed my mind I'm going to glue them on.

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Mermaid Clara

07-08-2016, 03:50 PM

So close to finishing sewing the body together! I just need to add the zipper in the back and the fringe and the body will be ready to sequin.
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My legs are so pale I'm glowing. Sorry if my paleness blinded you!

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Mermaid Clara

07-09-2016, 02:49 PM

Update:
I'm working on adding a extra panel to the back of the body because my weight shifted. I have gotten more done on this tail in 2 1/2 days than I I've gotten done since I started this tail. I'm going to add the zipper next along with the fringe down the back of the body.

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Lili

07-10-2016, 12:42 PM

Oh my god man, I'm a pale princess too, don't worry about it, love your skin !

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Mermaid Enora

07-10-2016, 11:36 PM

pale here too! my arms wash out in sunny photos. haha just a white blob

Mermaid Clara

07-11-2016, 09:40 PM

Pale girls unite!

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Lili

07-11-2016, 11:32 PM

Pale girls unite!

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Yesss!

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Mermaid Clara

09-02-2016, 04:11 PM

It's back!!!! I've officially decided to make this tail and finish it before making my full silicone tail. I'm so excited to finish sewing the neoprene and make my test swim. I have to finish seeing the extra panel of neoprene onto the body, add the zipper and Velcro onto the body, sew the fluke into the body, add the vinyl fringe, sew zipper and Velcro onto fluke. Then the best part, sequining the tail!!!! If I work hard enough I can probably sew one side of the panel on before I have to leave for work at 3:30pm.

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Mermaid Clara

09-12-2016, 08:57 PM

I've finished sewing the extra panel of neoprene to the tail and now it fits perfect! I'm now working on sewing the back zipper in. I also made a new tape body form of my lower half and I'm working on stuffing it with newspaper, luckily my recycle bin was completely full of two maybe three weeks of old newspapers!

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Mermaid Clara

09-18-2016, 08:38 PM

Stuffed my tape dummy this morning and I'm still working on sewing the zipper into the back of the neoprene.
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I still have to figure out how to attach the vinyl and zipper on the fluke.

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Mermaid Clara

09-20-2016, 05:21 PM

Bad news: I think I have a stomach bug or something...
Other news: I found my mini spring clamps and I'm using them to test gluing the vinyl down onto the scrap neoprene strips. I think the glue will work better with the vinyl if the clamps are on or if I put some heavy weight onto the sections where the glue is.

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