I have a neoprene tail making question

[MermaidIndie]

Before I start, yes I have been through all the neoprene threads in the tail reference section and materials page. I have a question, I've made a lot of Spandex tails and have attempted a neoprene tail but has to hand see the whole thing needless to say it doesn't fit the way it should. Neoprene isn't quite as stretchy, how should I measure to prevent lots of bagginess and a waist gap?


The crash of waves and salty air are the signs of freedom

[Kishiko]

Neoprene actually stretches more than you think! I made mine exactly to my measurements (No slack and not tighter) and had to take it in several times and its still a little loose than I'd like

[Nyx]

What Kishiko said! I've made two and take in about three fingers in on each side.
I would recommend doing a simple and easy to remove stitch with your normal measurements so that you can see how much you need to take in.
It's better to have a little extra to remove than cut it too small.

[MermaidIndie]

Thanks Guys I'll try it!


The crash of waves and salty air are the signs of freedom

[Coradion]

I just do a first sewing then take in the baggy parts with a second stitching.

[Coradion]

Adding a zipper makes a huge difference! My neoprene tail w/ a zipper fits way better than my unzippered tail.

[MermaidIndie]

I'll Make sure I have a zipper. I have another quick question for neoprene sequin tail makers. How exactly do you hand sew the sequins to the neoprene?


The crash of waves and salty air are the signs of freedom

[Mermaid Enora]

I agree with Coradion.
Thats how I did my tail, sew first, take the tail in second.

[Rebekah.fish]

ive got questions too cuz i really wanna make 1 too!