Let's try this again! Mermaid momo tail attempt 2! Hybrid tail

[Mermaid Momo]

Hi everyone! So this will be my second tail attempt my first I ended up not really liking were it was going so I shelved it. I've been planning this one for a while and even asked the amazing fifi tigg for help. (Thank you again!)

This tail will be a hybrid silicone and sequin tail.
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160124/d7003bfaee36e6331576f45254ab4455.jpg

That's the design of the front and I never drew the back but the fins will look like this
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160124/dbdfd57e752ad693ce314b006d04ca84.jpg

I've already sewn together the neoprene skin (I bought 3 yards for $60)

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But now I can't move forward until I get my sequins! I don't want to buy the color for the silicone because I want to make sure it'll match the sequins and I don't want to buy the silicone yet because I don't want it just sitting there because I have to sew the sequins on before I do any silicone work

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[Ariel-Starfish]

Oooh this looks promesing! :cool:

[Mermaid Julianne]

I'm sorry your first tail didn't work out. Your sketches are very beautiful, and I love your fluke shape. I hope this tail journey is more successful!

[SeaGlass Siren]

The colours !! Ahh!! <3

[MermaidSandie]

Ohh, it looks so pretty!! Can't wait to see how it turns out!!! <33

[Seraphina Suds]

Yay, Momo! Can't wait to see your progress!

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[Adalira]

I love the colors of your design, super excited to follow your progress!

[Fifi Tigg]

Awe :)
I look forward to seeing your tail come to life :D x

[Mermaid Momo]

Thanks everyone!
These were my original choices but I was told they were out of stock and wouldn't be stocked again.
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And these are the colors I just emailed them about to check on stock
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Oh and I forgot to ask Fifi, Is it possible to put glitter into the silicone when I'm adding the color to it? Or should I wait until I put the layer on top of the color then add another layer just for glitter?

[Mermaid_Sarina]

Your design looks amazing Momo! I can't wait to see how it goes! Good luck! :)

[Mermaid Clara]

Good luck Momo! Your sketch is so beautiful, you have so much talent!


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[Luna Dreamtide]

Your designs look gorgeous Momo! And I love your sketches!

[Mermaid Julianne]

I think Pearlie has mentioned before that glitter can cut its way out of silicone, she might be able to answer your question.

[Mermaid Mystery]

I know CoyoteWalker uses glitter in some of her toys but that's the extent of my knowledge. I think you add it while adding color, but again I'm not the most credible source.

[Mermaid Momo]

I think Pearlie has mentioned before that glitter can cut its way out of silicone, she might be able to answer your question.
I think that was the larger glitter, I'm going to be using extra fine glitter (so the glitter that's basically powder) because I didn't want it to be obvious that I put glitter in there haha

[Mermaid Kate Silverfin]

Fine glitter is okay, I just mix it in with the silicone. Large glitter will create a pocket around it, so when the silicone is flexed the glitter moves and cuts its way out.
Also, your design is stunning!

[Mermaid Wesley]

YOU GOT IT MOMO

[Mermaid Julianne]

Oh good! Yeah, I'm not so much of a tail maker as I am an avid reader of tailmaking threads. Anyways, seems like Kate has the right answer!

[Mermaid Jaffa]

Yay! Pink tail! Any pinker and we could be fish sisters!

[Mermaid Kate Silverfin]

I've used fine and ultra fine glitter without any problem. I did do several tests with this gorgeous chunky glitter that I found, but as Pearlie has said before, it cuts its way out, even if it is a fairly round shape :(

[Adalira]

I just had to reply to your profile pic Momo, you look so beautiful! You look like princess Jasmin from Alladin!

Also, can't wait to see your tail in progress :-)

[Reef Fish]

Looking forward to seeing your progress :)

[Mermaid Momo]

I just had to reply to your profile pic Momo, you look so beautiful! You look like princess Jasmin from Alladin!

Also, can't wait to see your tail in progress :-)

Aww thank you! I actually am Jasmine, it's a costume I made for a volunteer princess group I joined and sort of evolved into me becoming a party princess :P (I need to fix my wig though)

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[Aysun_the_Mermaid]

You make a very lovely Jasmine

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[AquaStella]

You look beautiful Momo!! Enjoy the party princess circuit... it's actually quite fun and a great creative outlet. I loved my "princess" days fondly.

[Fifi Tigg]

Fine glitter is perfect! You can it to your clear coat ;)

[Kait]

Love love love the colour and design! Cannot wait to see your progress :)

[Adalira]

You looks absolutely beautiful in that costume Momo! Not to mention you have a body to die for and i can only dream of having myself...sigh...i need to start working out again lol.

[Mermaid Enora]

I can't wait to see how it turns out!

[Mermaid Momo]

As I'm waiting for the reply about my sequins I didn't want to not be doing anything mer related because then I might get out of the mindset so I started working on a top http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160130/c7a7c524c3a310f8a975dbf4b4496e67.jpg

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[Mermaid Momo]

I'm waiting for them to dry so I can seal them and add glitter

[Luna Dreamtide]

Ooh that's a really nice colour. :)

[MermaidSandie]

Ooh, I just love the colour of those seashells!! <3

[Mermaid Momo]

Thanks! I got a bit further last night but I forgot something for the straps and I'm not sure what to use. I'm thinking if I have enough lace left over I'll paint it again (the lace was cream at first) and use those for straps http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/01/30/58fc6d44b8e991b9829a1bf7cf23ac9d.jpg


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[Mermaid Momo]

And since my top is now on hold until I figure out how to attach the shells I filled my time making this :) http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/01/30/ba53973c03b857d339d44f257e6d8771.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/01/30/04a386a37613aded194a8cd359f4947d.jpg


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[Mermaid Clara]

As I'm waiting for the reply about my sequins...

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I seem to be having trouble ordering from Alibaba as well, I feel like maybe they are starting to get lazy because of their up coming holiday? I don't want to make assumptions though.


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[Mermaid Momo]

Yeah I think it's because of the holiday (though I wish they'd just say that they're closing shop for the holidays and when they'd return)

[Mermaid Jaffa]

I seem to be having trouble ordering from Alibaba as well, I feel like maybe they are starting to get lazy because of their up coming holiday? I don't want to make assumptions though.


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:mad:
Do you get lazy just before YOUR western celebrations?

There's a lot to prepare for when its nearing Chinese New Year. Its like any celebration, you need time off to prepare, make invites etc. Its not just a day off and then back to work.

[Mermaid Clara]

:mad:
Do you get lazy just before YOUR western celebrations?

There's a lot to prepare for when its nearing Chinese New Year. Its like any celebration, you need time off to prepare, make invites etc. Its not just a day off and then back to work.

Sorry, didn't mean to make anyone upset. Lazy was a poor word choice, I just meant that maybe they were preoccupied by something other than work. I'm sorry for upsetting you Jaffa. I didn't mean it like that.


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[Luna Dreamtide]

Cute shirt Momo. And I hope your seashell top works out, it looks so pretty.

[Adalira]

That shirt is so cute Momo!

About Alibaba, make sure to email them as soon as the holiday is over. Since they may have a lot of emails coming in, yours may get overlooked or replied to late. By sending them an extra email you have more chance of a reply sooner rather then later or not at all.

[Mermaid Momo]

Thanks everyone! Does anyone know when the holiday is in? Also I cross posted this in the tops thread but here's my top! Second picture is more color accurate
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[Kait]

Oh Momo your top turned out beautiful! I know I already said it but I love your colour scheme :D

[Mermaid Momo]

Oh Momo your top turned out beautiful! I know I already said it but I love your colour scheme :D
Thank you!
I'm going to add more greenery to the top of the bra because they shells pull the bra away from my chest when I lean forward giving everyone a nice view of my boobs haha

[Mermaid Momo]

Really petty confession:

I'm worried about keeping my original design because it's almost exactly the same color pattern and scheme as the new finfolk tail
https://scontent-dfw1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/v/t1.0-9/12592218_576131909217418_6743806425727022759_n.jpg ?oh=f712fd7a39122243dcd5aada0f0e08dd&oe=57460FE8

And I don't want to seem like I'm copying :(

I just really want a tail that's bright and colorful and "flirty" if that makes any sense.

[Mermaid Momo]

Also I was planning on going to get more greenery to add to my top and flowers too but last night we had a thundersnow (it was freaky cool) and now we're buried in snow so I'm not sure I'll make it to the craft store.

[Mermaid Julianne]

Don't be worried! You wouldn't be copying them, this tail was posted today. Plus, there are only so many colors that exist. Many tails have similar color schemes but that doesn't mean they have to be the same. If you love your design, you should stick with it. Its your personal tail and you shouldn't let other tails put you down.

Also, love the idea of putting flowers on your top, hopefully you'll be able to get to the store!

[Mermaid Wesley]

I wouldn't worry either. I'm sure your fluke will be different enough that it won't be noticeable that the color schemes are similar


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[Mermaid Clara]

Don't worry about it. The color are similar but with the amount of tails in the world there is always going to be similar color schemes and your fluke is way different.


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[MermaidSandie]

Don't worry about it! Tell me if I'm wrong, but I saw in an old thread Raina said that it's not the tail, it's the mer who wears it <3 Heck, there are so many beautiful, unique mers out there who have even fin fun tails (which I have absolutely nothing against), and they are all fabulous in their own way. Don't stress!! Besides, it's not like yours is exactly the same as that one :D

By the way, I'm loving your top you made <333

[Mermaid Clara]

I'm trying to figure out how many yards of neoprene to order. Did 3 yards give you enough seam allowance to make adjustments? I'm not sure how high I want my waist to be and I'm adding a zipper to the bottom of my fluke.


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[Mermaid Momo]

I'm trying to figure out how many yards of neoprene to order. Did 3 yards give you enough seam allowance to make adjustments? I'm not sure how high I want my waist to be and I'm adding a zipper to the bottom of my fluke.


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Yep! My waist went all the way up to over my belt button to account for my butt. Then I just went in and shortened the front. And there's a lot left over too. If I was you I'd draw up a mini scale version on your tail and try to fit it on a mini scale version of 3 yard by however wide the neoprene is. That's what I did

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[Mermaid Clara]

Yep! My waist went all the way up to over my belt button to account for my butt. Then I just went in and shortened the front. And there's a lot left over too. If I was you I'd draw up a mini scale version on your tail and try to fit it on a mini scale version of 3 yard by however wide the neoprene is. That's what I did

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Thanks Momo!


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[Mermaid Momo]

Okay, I haven't made any progress on the tail since I'm STILL waiting to hear about the sequins. I did however add more greenery to my top
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And I also tried some mermaid makeup looks
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[Mermaid Mystery]

that is seriously the most gorgeous top I've ever seen

[SeaGlass Siren]

You are the definition of beauty. Oh my lord.

[Kait]

Wow wow wow [emoji7] beautiful xx


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[LouLouBelle]

You look absolutely stunning! I sooooooo love that top!


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[Seraphina Suds]

Great job, Momo! That top is very you c:

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[Keiris]

You look lovely, Momo!!!

[MermaidSandie]

Ahhh you look beautiful!! So pretty and glamourous omg <3333

[Sabrina the Selkie]

Holy shit Momo. Every time I start to forget how drop dead gorgeous you are, a photo like THAT comes along to remind me.

[Mermaid Momo]

Awww thank you so much everyone! 😀💖 yesterday was the official lunar new year so hopefully they'll be back in the office tomorrow or this week at least. I'm going to resend my last email and hope for the best. I'm also going to hit up home depot to get some silicone caulking to do tests with

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[Sabrina the Selkie]

Careful with caulk. Not sure if it's skin safe???

[Starfrit]

Silicone caulking should generally be safe as long as you get the kind that's pure silicone. It's not dragonskin, but it's not as bad as, say, Alex Plus.

That's my understanding, anyway. I've heard that both in the mercommunity and fishkeeping community (the caulking is often used to build aquariums), though I haven't done much research into it myself to be double-sure.

[PearlieMae]

It takes a long time for the acetic acid to cure/de-gas out of silicone caulking, and it can burn your skin.

Momo, you are cuter than a speckled pup in a red wagon!

[Seraphina Suds]

I used 100% silicone meant for sealing aquariums so it was fish safe. Make sure you wear gloves, a face mask, and work in a really well ventilated area. The stuff stinks x-x

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[Mermaid Wesley]

You have to let it de gas for a long ass time before its skin safe. It should have some sort of info online or on those msds sheet things


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[PearlieMae]

They don't include that info in the msds because it's off-label use. If they went so far as to give info on using it to wear against your skin, then they open themselves to liability. That's why it just says avoid skin contact/safe for aquariums. Glass boxes can't sue you.

[Mermaid Wesley]

Makes sense.

[Mermaid Momo]

Yeah I'm using the same silicone that Fifi uses for hers (and I think it's the same kind Seraphina used too)

I almost forgot to add gloves to my shopping list though! Thanks for reminding me! Do you think cold weather will affect how it cures?

[Mermaid Momo]

Okay silicone may have to wait because I can't find home depot lol. And I have 2 big commissions to work on.( a princess tiana and fleur from Harry potter)

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[Ashton]

I absolutely love your concept art! I cant wait to see your progress.

[Mermaid Julianne]

It sucks that cant find home depot, do they have a find location feature on their website? Maybe that could help?

Also, your commissions sound really exciting!

[Seraphina Suds]

I'm not sure how cold weather will effect the curing; i made mine in summer. I let it dry a full 24 hours before doing anything else to it. Can you order from home depot online and have it shipped to you? Be prepared to buy out your local supply lol. I had to go to three different stores to finish my tail xD

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[Elodea the Mermaid]

Momo, your top is gorgeous. I love your whole concept for this set.

Can I ask where you got your shells? They look pretty large, and I can never find ones big enough [emoji4]

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[Mermaid Momo]

Momo, your top is gorgeous. I love your whole concept for this set.

Can I ask where you got your shells? They look pretty large, and I can never find ones big enough [emoji4]

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I actually got them from Michaels! I'm a really small girl though and that's why they're so big on me. I'd say they can fully cover a C cup at most.

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[Mermaid Momo]

Trying to keep myself pumped and in the tail making mood so that I don't give up. Bought myself an ariel poster. And wore my ariel shirt today. I'm spending a lot of the time waiting to hear about the sequins making accessories so today I bought clay to make a unicorn horn (would that make me a narwhal mermaid? )
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[UtahMermaidPearl]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160213/f4a230b10999ebd5fb1f33b0725fbd41.jpg my compact

[Mermaid Momo]

I'm getting a bit restless about the sequins, I'm really close to scrapping the sequin idea all together and using silicone on the whole tail. At this rate of waiting for a reply alone, I don't think I'll have my tail done in time for my family's planned camping trip in 2 months.

[Mermaid Clara]

I'm getting a bit restless about the sequins, I'm really close to scrapping the sequin idea all together

Hm... They should be back to work from Chinese New Year by now, have you tried sending another email? Maybe they are just busy filling orders from people ahead of you? Crossing my fins and fingers for you.


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[Mermaid Momo]

Hm... They should be back to work from Chinese New Year by now, have you tried sending another email? Maybe they are just busy filling orders from people ahead of you? Crossing my fins and fingers for you.


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Yep I've sent 2 new emails and still no response.

I did get a bunch of things today. One is a mermaid themed lolita dress (dream marine by angelic pretty)
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And I also got my silicone today
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[Imogen Finnly]

Holy hell you are freaking beautiful!

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[AniaR]

Hot damn woman!!

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[Mermaid Momo]

Did a silicone test http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160217/12f506e76a960118f4c20aa94af40faf.jpg
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[Mermaid Momo]

I think I waited too long before dusting on the color because you can see how the scales flattened

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[PearlieMae]

Flattened scales are more hydrodynamic! Don't dust on too much or your topcoat will lift off. It acts as a release agent.

[Seraphina Suds]

Great tests! By the way, did you get my response to your PM? I responded from the app so I dunno if it went through...

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[Kait]

Those colours look beautiful, getting so excited for you :dance:

[mermaid_selene]

I'm getting so excited watching this unfold! Awesome colors!

[Mermaid Momo]

Great tests! By the way, did you get my response to your PM? I responded from the app so I dunno if it went through...

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Yep! I got it thank you so much! I couldn't find the aquarium kind but they said the kind I got should be fine.

I only got 2 tubes because they were supposed to just be for tests but I went ahead and started on my ankle fins

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[Seraphina Suds]

Cute!!

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[mermaid_selene]

Very unique[emoji7] love them!

[Luna Dreamtide]

Looking good so far. The colours you've got look really pretty.

[Mermaid Momo]

Thanks everyone! First side has been dusted! I'm going to wait to do the other side until after I put the clear coat and glitter on this side http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160217/67f221fa46ce64e8751f828b3d6fa161.jpg


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[Kait]

Those fins :swoon:

[Fifi Tigg]

It's looking great :D

[LouLouBelle]

Absolutely loving those colours - and the fins look so flowy. Love!


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[Mermaid Wesley]

Yay!


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[PaolaMF]

beautiful !!

[MermaidSandie]

Oooh I really love the colours <3

woah you got dream marine?! I've had my eyes on that for a while now <333 Did you buy it straight from AP's website? That must have cost so much!! I'm really in love with all their mermaid prints <3

[Mermaid Momo]

Nope! It sold out too fast and I couldn't afford it. I bought it from someone who was doing an urgent sell. It was still new never worn with the tags still on it too

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[Mermaid Momo]

Okay so I'm thinking the weather is affecting curing time of the silicone. Being that yesterday was pretty chilly and windy and today is the same but with a tiny drizzle of rain.

The fins all have fully cured but the scale swatches haven't. Only certain areas are fully cured (see the video for which parts)

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EDIT: Tapatalk keeps crashing when I try to upload the video. So basically the outer edges of the scale swatches are fully cured while the center parts are only partially cured. The tops of the center are cured enough so that I can touch it but when I touch it it moves like I'm poking a water balloon. I'm thinking it just needs more time to cure?

[Mermaid Momo]

In the mean time I won't do anymore silicone work until tomorrow or Saturday even though I was hoping to be doing the other side of the fins and my larger hip fins Saturday I'll instead be doing the clear coat and glitter coat.

I'm also going to go get more silicone for the other sides and to set my fluke

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[MerChemi]

It's so nice to see some progress on the tail! I hope the sequin people come through soon
But on a different note, your scale patches are so cute and the colours are just so gorgeous! They remind me of a sunset and they're so shiny :swoon:
I can't wait to see more progress on this tail!!

[Imogen Finnly]

I'm hooked onto this thread lol

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[PearlieMae]

Okay so I'm thinking the weather is affecting curing time of the silicone. Being that yesterday was pretty chilly and windy and today is the same but with a tiny drizzle of rain.

The fins all have fully cured but the scale swatches haven't. Only certain areas are fully cured (see the video for which parts)

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EDIT: Tapatalk keeps crashing when I try to upload the video. So basically the outer edges of the scale swatches are fully cured while the center parts are only partially cured. The tops of the center are cured enough so that I can touch it but when I touch it it moves like I'm poking a water balloon. I'm thinking it just needs more time to cure?

Wait...Is this with the caulk? It draws on the moisture in the atmosphere and if it's damp out, the surface can cure first, sealing in uncured caulk. That's where that water balloon feeling comes from. You have to work thin with caulk.

I've read somewhere, and tried it a couple of times, that adding some cornstarch to the caulk helps it cure, and it also stiffens the caulk. It's what you add to it when you're making home made Sugru.

https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&es_th=1&ie=UTF-8#q=adding%20cornstarch%20to%20silicone%20caulk

[Mermaid Momo]

Wait...Is this with the caulk? It draws on the moisture in the atmosphere and if it's damp out, the surface can cure first, sealing in uncured caulk. That's where that water balloon feeling comes from. You have to work thin with caulk.

I've read somewhere, and tried it a couple of times, that adding some cornstarch to the caulk helps it cure, and it also stiffens the caulk. It's what you add to it when you're making home made Sugru.

https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&es_th=1&ie=UTF-8#q=adding%20cornstarch%20to%20silicone%20caulk

Yeah it was the caulk. Good think I know about the moisture now so I can avoid doing scales or large areas when it's moist out.

I've so far finished both sides of the extra fins and I'm adding them to the tail tonight. I also sealed my fluke (while keeping drainage holes open). I couldn't post videos through the app so here are some from my instagram.


https://www.instagram.com/p/BB_EhQeB1zY/?taken-by=missmomo_tan

https://www.instagram.com/p/BB_FKxZh104/?taken-by=missmomo_tan

[Mermaid Momo]

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Fins have been added. Need to get more silicone to start working on the fluke.

Amount of tubes used so far: 5 (but 1 was used to do test swatches and the first half of the ankle fins so I guess 4 1/2 tubes used so far)


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[Imogen Finnly]

Ohmygod. This is going to be a wicked tail

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[Mermaid Alea]

This is looking super awesome! I love how vibrant your colors are looking.

[Luna Dreamtide]

That's looking amazing so far. The colours look so pretty and vibrant!

[Mermaid Momo]

Back of fluke down! I can't wait to get pictures of it in the sun light http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160221/1c6df18953669de2f484975eae861cbe.jpg
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Also got most of one of my commissions done
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[Mermaid Momo]

Thanks everyone! I'm surprised it came out so well seeing as how I just threw my sketch to the wind and I'm flying by the day pod my pants on the design now

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[Luna Dreamtide]

Wow the fluke looks gorgeous! What's the monofin you're using?

[Mermaid Momo]

Thanks! I'm using a finis Rapid mono

[Ashton]

Looks great so far. Do you tint your caulking before you paint with it or are you spraying it?

[Mermaid Momo]

Looks great so far. Do you tint your caulking before you paint with it or are you spraying it?
I'm actually dusting it on once the caulk gets tacky

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[Ashton]

snazzy!

[Mermaid Clarity]

Oh my goodness, I adore your process and color palette (though I don't know if I totally get the process, forgive me, I'm simple.) But everything I've seen is amazing. ALSO, UUUGHH ANGELIC PRETTY!!! -FLAIL-

[Mermaid Momo]

Thanks! I'm now trying to decide if I want to go ahead and do scales on the back without making my body double or should I do the front of the fluke and then do the scales once I finished both sides of the fluke


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[Mermaid Momo]

Will scaling it while it's flat (so without a body double) effect the way the tail will fit at all? Or can I go ahead and start scaling it? (I don't have anyone to help me make a body double )

[Mermaid Wesley]

I think you can do it flat. Most tails are made of flat sheets anyways. And you could always stuff it with pillows and towels and stuff if you want it not flat


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[Fifi Tigg]

I would stuff it with pillows and then it's easier to go over the seams to hide them ;)

[Ashton]

I stuff with pillows, old blankets, sheets.... whatever I can find that hasn't been used in a long time and that no one would miss if I used them.

[Mermaid Enora]

I would stuff it with pillows and then it's easier to go over the seams to hide them ;)


I stuff with pillows, old blankets, sheets.... whatever I can find that hasn't been used in a long time and that no one would miss if I used them.



i stuffed my tail with old towels and sequined it while the leg form of sorts was inside

[PearlieMae]

I use packing peanuts, pool noodles and plastic grocery bags...that way they stay nice and lightweight!

[Mermaid Momo]

I never thought of pool noodles!

I took a break from the tail and made a test print of another design for my wedding invites
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160226/37684ef5f74d20250f574a6967f16370.jpg

Also did my nails (which is a very rare occurrence )
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160226/64660e5467b6bd158a4a6c3834d58881.jpg

And this weekend I'll be going to Phoenix for a Japanese festival. (So that'll take away from my tail making funds )

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[Ashton]

oooo thats neat!
I wish I could paint my nails... I just rip them off because I have anxiety.

[Sabrina the Selkie]

Looks great!

Enjoy your Japan fest!

[MerChemi]

Wow your wedding invite looks so nice! Did you do all the little details by hand?
I never paint my nails because if I don't smudge them while they dry, I chip them within two days ahaha
But the pink ombre is really cute!!
Have a great time at the Japanese festival!

[Mermaid Maris]

gorgeous so far!!

[Mermaid Momo]

Thanks! I didn't draw the little details I downloaded a bunch of vectors and slapped them on it and changed the color. The only ones I drew myself is the spine and the words on the entire thing.

The Japanese festival was okay, I just really hate that they're so many cosplayers there every single year it just irks me. It's supposed to be a festival for traditional culture and anime isn't the only aspect of Japanese culture but they treat it like it is. Any who here are some photos (taken by my fiance and edited by me since he confiscated my camera haha)

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160229/410470dbd9670c9183ab09f62e8b8ef4.jpg
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160229/54940b8c11f4b97804d9993244fa9086.jpg
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160229/0ec264a8bddc391b3f9e18e8d4ac3c38.jpg

I got back to campus yesterday and was busy doing laundry and homework. This morning I got up earlier than usual to do the other side of my fluke
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160229/4cbaf6fc830596e33c9ccc598d78897a.jpg


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[Sabrina the Selkie]

Nice!!!

[Mermaid Momo]

Scales started http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160301/e9e9593640b544a8bcf5c1bc1d42d9b4.jpg

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[Sabrina the Selkie]

Pretty!!!

[Luna Dreamtide]

This tail will be so pretty!!

[MermaidSandie]

Ahhhh your scales look so pretty!!

[LouLouBelle]

I love those wedding invites - they're gorgeous [emoji4]

I really love the colours of your tail - I agree it's going to be pretty!

I made my body double on my own. It wasn't easy, but it is possible. I started by wrapping myself in cling film then started taping from my ankles up. Then I cut (VERY carefully!) from the waist down. I stuffed it with wood shavings from pets at home - it worked really well!

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160301/7793a777e9c451b1614abb742c1ce894.jpg


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[Ashton]

tape/trash bag dummy's are the way to go- but you need a friend to make them!

[Rett]

Momo, could you answer a couple quick Q's about the process you've used? I am thinking of making a tail like this to bridge the gap between the fabric tail I have now and a full silicone. Your tail has turned out so fantastic so far!
So you are just using GE 100% all purpose silicone and spreading it on the neoprene? And it sticks securely? (I always thought there was a curing inhibition between neoprene and silicone, so I guess that just applies to dragonskin then) What are you using the paint thinner (that was next to the silicone in your pic) for? And then, once the silicone is tacky and not wet, you just dust the pigment on? Are you using any brushes to dust the pigment on? And, final Q, what are you using for your clear topcoat? From your test pics it looked like the silicone you used is more milky than clear, so will you be using a different product? Or just use a very thin layer of the same product?
So sorry for all the Q's! I dont want to bombard your thread, just wanted to clarify a few things I was curious about :) Your tail looks so fabulous so far, I cant wait to see you in it!

[Mermaid Cataleya]

Hi everyone! So this will be my second tail attempt my first I ended up not really liking were it was going so I shelved it. I've been planning this one for a while and even asked the amazing fifi tigg for help. (Thank you again!)

This tail will be a hybrid silicone and sequin tail.
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160124/d7003bfaee36e6331576f45254ab4455.jpg

That's the design of the front and I never drew the back but the fins will look like this
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160124/dbdfd57e752ad693ce314b006d04ca84.jpg

I've already sewn together the neoprene skin (I bought 3 yards for $60)

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160124/b43e3eea70f1d02ce7fda7106d12cbfd.jpg
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160124/9d1bb516824aae83bc9f0f550b4b2d89.jpg

But now I can't move forward until I get my sequins! I don't want to buy the color for the silicone because I want to make sure it'll match the sequins and I don't want to buy the silicone yet because I don't want it just sitting there because I have to sew the sequins on before I do any silicone work

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Hi I wanted to ask how do u keep the form of the tail when u swim if the mono fin doesn't take up the full space of the fluke

[Mermaid Momo]

Momo, could you answer a couple quick Q's about the process you've used? I am thinking of making a tail like this to bridge the gap between the fabric tail I have now and a full silicone. Your tail has turned out so fantastic so far!
Thank you!

So you are just using GE 100% all purpose silicone and spreading it on the neoprene? And it sticks securely? (I always thought there was a curing inhibition between neoprene and silicone, so I guess that just applies to dragonskin then)
Yep, once it's on it's nearly impossible to pull it off (I tried and I haven't been able to pull it off so far so I'm guessing it takes a lot of muscle.) I don't think neoprene inhibits silicone curing at all since a lot of tailmakers offer silicone and neoprene hybrids, I think it's just if they cake on the silicone that the curing poses a problem, or if there's latex in the tail.

What are you using the paint thinner (that was next to the silicone in your pic) for?
The paint thinner is to thin the silicone to use as a top coat to seal in the color

And then, once the silicone is tacky and not wet, you just dust the pigment on? Are you using any brushes to dust the pigment on?
Yep, I use a fluffy blush brush or makeup brush to dust it on. (I used one of my old ones but I'm going to go pick up one of the $1 ELF ones)
And, final Q, what are you using for your clear topcoat? From your test pics it looked like the silicone you used is more milky than clear, so will you be using a different product? Or just use a very thin layer of the same product?

When I first put it down it come out milky then turns clear as it dries (so the test pictures were not only really thick layers of silicone but it took them 4 days to fully dry/cure since it was really humid and had a light drizzle that week)


Hi I wanted to ask how do u keep the form of the tail when u swim if the mono fin doesn't take up the full space of the fluke
Do you mean how do I keep the fluke shape? The monofin is sealed inside of the tail and that holds up that part and the fluke shape is maintained by the way I cut the fabric into the shape I wanted. (so no matter what, it'll always be in that shape because it's how the fabric is) I'm not sure if that is what you're asking though haha.

I hope that clears some of that up :) if not feel free to ask more questions

[Rett]

Thank you so much Momo! Youve been so kind! I cant wait to see your finished tail! It's going to be amazing!

[xCanadensis]

This tail is absolutely breathtaking! You're amazing at this! Can't wait to see more progress, as I am in awe. :thumbs-up:

[Mermaid Danielle]

Your tail is coming along beautifully! I love the colors!

[Rett]

Momo, how much pigment do you use? The tail i'm planning would be mostly three different colors (one on the back of the body, one on the front of the body, one on the sides and around the fluke, and then blending all three together for the fluke itself) and I wouldnt want to have ordered just one jar of each and only realize when im ready to put it on that I have run out of Pearl Ex :sweat drop: Do you think one jar of each color would work? Or would I need two of each?

[Mermaid Momo]

Momo, how much pigment do you use? The tail i'm planning would be mostly three different colors (one on the back of the body, one on the front of the body, one on the sides and around the fluke, and then blending all three together for the fluke itself) and I wouldnt want to have ordered just one jar of each and only realize when im ready to put it on that I have run out of Pearl Ex :sweat drop: Do you think one jar of each color would work? Or would I need two of each?
I only bought one of each and still have a lot left of the gold and purple (pink on the other hand not so much ) I'd order 2 of the ones you'd use a lot and one of the colors you'd use sparingly.

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[Rett]

Awesome! Thanks so much! When will we get to see more pics of your glorious tail? ;)

[Mermaid Momo]

I haven't been working on it since starting the scales (I ran out of silicone and need to buy more but haven't had the $$) so it's been sitting under my bed since then.

I can say I've put it on like 4 times and just sat around in it , and made my neighbor carry me around a few times. And this tail is so heavy! Now I really see why silicone isn't recommended for a first tail (thankfully this'll be me 4th tail) I'm hoping that once it's finished Paul will be able to carry me, and it won't be as hard to lift the fluke in the water as it is out

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[Sabrina the Selkie]

That must've been so fun!

Definitely excited to see progress when it happens!

[SelkieLuna]

The colors are gorgeous, I can't wait to see it finished

[Mermaid Momo]

Here's an update on this! I've brought the tail home over spring break because we're taking things out of my dorm early so when it comes for move out day early May we wont' have much to pack up. So that means I won't be able to work on it until I come home in May. No big deal though since I'll be buying the materials still to prepare for the rest of the scaling process and it should only take me a week to complete the rest of the tail.

[Rett]

I cant wait to see more progress come may!

Momo, a couple more questions if you don't mind: About how long did you have to wait before the silicone hardened enough to be tacky so you could apply the pigment? And How are you applying your top coat? Are you mixing the paint thinner with the silicone separately and then just lathering it on with a brush/hands? And, last question, how did you do your scales? Did you just squeeze directly from the tube? or did you put the silicone in something else (like a piping bag)? Sorry for all the questions, I hope I am not coming off as annoying :sweat drop:

[Mermaid Momo]

I cant wait to see more progress come may!

Momo, a couple more questions if you don't mind: About how long did you have to wait before the silicone hardened enough to be tacky so you could apply the pigment? And How are you applying your top coat? Are you mixing the paint thinner with the silicone separately and then just lathering it on with a brush/hands? And, last question, how did you do your scales? Did you just squeeze directly from the tube? or did you put the silicone in something else (like a piping bag)? Sorry for all the questions, I hope I am not coming off as annoying :sweat drop:

I waited about 30 minutes, but the actual time varied for each part. I just poked it with my finger to see if the silicone stayed put or if it came off on it.

For my top coat I'm mixing the silicone and paint thinner in a separate container, then using a brush to brush it on and then topping it off with my glitter (Which I just remembered I need more of because my fluke killed my stocks)

For the scales I squeezed them directly from the tube. I'm using a caulking gun to make it easier, before I scaled the tail I did the test swatches I posted so that I could get a hang of piping them (each scale section I did on the test are actually piped differently )

Not annoying at all :)

BTW, does anyone know what kind of glitter Kariel uses on her tails of art? the glitter I have now is very fine and very nice but not enough shimmer for my liking and if I put too much it looks like mermaid dandruff

To give you an idea of my glitter:

https://www.instagram.com/p/BCDvHnVB15R/?taken-by=missmomo_tan

and Kariel's

https://www.instagram.com/p/BC6Yf0Do0Jy/?taken-by=mermaidkariel

https://www.instagram.com/p/-2IoZ7o0Do/?taken-by=mermaidkariel

[Mermaid Alea]

Good question I have been wondering how Kariel gets that amazing shine as well. :thinks:

In a high school art class I was in, this girl brought in some glitter used in car paint for her mask project, and it was some of the most beautiful sparkly glitter I have ever seen. I have no idea what particular brand it was though. :(

[Mermaid Momo]

I think I figured out what it is, it might be holographic pigment powder
http://g03.s.alicdn.com/kf/UT8zc58XppbXXagOFbX2/223375816/UT8zc58XppbXXagOFbX2.jpg
http://www.pearlpigmentsmall.com/imgs/014312209.jpg

[Rett]

Thank you so much Momo! You've been so helpful! I don't know what type Kariel uses, but that holographic pigment powder (if it is anything like the images) looks very promising!

[Mermaid Alea]

It is so beautiful! :swoon:

[Sabrina the Selkie]

Shiiiny.

[Mermaid Wesley]

:D holo.

[WaterDragon]

In a high school art class I was in, this girl brought in some glitter used in car paint for her mask project, and it was some of the most beautiful sparkly glitter I have ever seen. I have no idea what particular brand it was though.

I'm guessing is was probably Spectraflair, a super expensive silver/rainbow pigment used in Automotive painting, manufacturing, and a few other things. It used to be available in a few different colors but due to the other things only one color seems to be available at this time.

:$ sorry if that was too much information, I have been in love with the Spectraflair pigments for years and the company that makes it is local.

[Mermaid Alea]

No that was great WaterDragon! Thank you! ;)

[Mermaid Momo]

Okay! So I may be able to finish before I anticipated! My Uncle is coming to visit next week and I guess my parents want to flaunt me and my fiance (oh, we called it back on, we just said screw everyone else who wants to try to take over our wedding) so they're paying for me to take the shuttle back home! I'm going to be home from Thursday till Sunday, Thursday night it out, we're having a bbq to introduce the 2 halves of the family (mine and Paul's) to my Uncle, but Friday to Sunday is free game! I already took my materials down during spring break but I have to buy more pigments which I'll be doing next week along with getting silicone to try and finish.

I hope I'll be able to finish the tail in those few days! It'll probably be around 80 degrees so it should cure fast enough that I don't have to sit and wait forever.

In preparation for going back home I actually made a neoprene top to take home and scale (I can't decide on colors, I want it to match my tail of course but I want more color in it, like a tropical fish because at the moment my tail is more sunset mermaid than tropical mermaid. I'm thinking making a bright green to accent? Anyone have ideas? I'll post pictures of the neoprene top skin soon.)

[Luna Dreamtide]

What about adding some bright blue? The green may work depending on the shade but I feel as though it could clash with the other colours a bit.

[Mermaid Momo]

oooh blue might work, and blue was in my original tail design before I went rogue lol. Maybe blue veining? Or blue tips instead of gold like on the tail fluke?

[Luna Dreamtide]

oooh blue might work, and blue was in my original tail design before I went rogue lol. Maybe blue veining? Or blue tips instead of gold like on the tail fluke?
Yes a blue tipped fluke sounds gorgeous! Especially if it was a nice sky blue! :)

[HamptonsMermaid]

Have you tested that holographic pigment yet? [emoji92][emoji92][emoji92][emoji92][emoji92]

[Mermaid Momo]

Have you tested that holographic pigment yet? [emoji92][emoji92][emoji92][emoji92][emoji92]
Nope, I never bought it, I'm too broke haha.

[Mermaid Momo]

My top! (Before glitter)http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160430/d340a8191c0c33a78bcd4b069308f7b8.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160430/18fc6156c15f8e96497fbf8d40d4388e.jpg

I'm also going to put a giant dangly gem on the center lace

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[Sabrina the Selkie]

Pretty!

[Ashton]

wow, those colors look really pretty!

[Mermaid_Sarina]

Its so pretty!!!! 😍

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[Luna Dreamtide]

Ohmygosh that's gorgeous!!

[Mermaid Momo]

Thanks everyone ! I got too excited about being closer to finishing so I took this http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160501/f2de043329fc9abe1a6d4da7d1708dbf.jpg

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[Sabrina the Selkie]

Just gorgeous.

[mermaid_selene]

This is breathtaking


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[Mermaid Summerlilly]

OMG It's absolutely beautiful!

[PearlieMae]

Wonderful work!

What's that dot of turquoise on the top? That would make a striking accent on edges/veining, if used judiciously. ;)

[MerChemi]

Whoa momo! Your colour transitions are so smooth and it's so impressive, like how did you even blend two colours on opposite sides of the colour wheel without making a sludgy brown?
The tail looks so stunning I can't wait to see the whole thing

[SeaMansa]

I love those colors! Great Job!

[Kait]

Wow wow wow [emoji7][emoji7][emoji7]


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[Mermaid Julianne]

Thanks everyone ! I got too excited about being closer to finishing so I took this http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160501/f2de043329fc9abe1a6d4da7d1708dbf.jpg

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Girl, I'd be too excited too! It looks gorgeous! 😍

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[Mermaid Chloe-Marie]

About how long would you say it took to complete the top? It's beautiful! :)

[Mermaid Momo]

About how long would you say it took to complete the top? It's beautiful! :)
It actually took me 1 day, 2 days if you count when I made the top base (I drafted my own pattern for it and made it out of neoprene)

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[Mermaid Momo]

Wonderful work!

What's that dot of turquoise on the top? That would make a striking accent on edges/veining, if used judiciously. ;)
That's my bra hook, I butchered an old bra because I forgot to buy one before going home 😟 and then I proceeded to attach it to the wrong side lol (I wanted to attach it to the underside so the hooks showed but the rest didn't but got distracted since I was watching My nephew and as I was prepping to attach the 2 together he threw up like the exorcist lol)

I was thinking of adding some of the sane color on the top but couldn't decide where

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[MerMaiden Lissa]

This is so beautiful! I read this thread, then fell asleep... so first I have dreams about hanging out with Prince (was listening to music earlier) then I dream about making silicone tails. lol sad to wake up

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[Coral Corey]

The scales are so realistic! I love this tail so far.

[Reef Fish]

They look great! :)

[Amapele]

I just read this ENTIRE post...... MoMo, you have inspired me! I REALLY want to make my own tail, I'm just frankly scared shitless about it. Now that my 1 time used fabric tail is done, I'm trying to figure out another tail ASAP.....

[Imogen Finnly]

I am desperate for a photo shoot! I cant wait to see you in it!

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[hollyrelles]

YES! I feel so happy that your are using caulking! I had hoped that I could do it, but had started to doubt if it would work... Well YOUR FIN is gorgeous proof! Wow, it's just too beautiful... Do you do all that on the neoprene, or do you go over and use some sort of release to get it off the flat surface?


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[Mermaid Momo]

Update! Trying to finish within 8 days http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160525/f3dced2f94ba6d1ce178ea02f63eb760.jpg


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[LouLouBelle]

That looks amazing. It puts me in mind of a giant tropical flower. I'm in love with the colours! ❤️


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[Luna Dreamtide]

This looks so pretty! And I agree it definitely gives a tropical vibe.

[Kait]

So pretty! Those colours have come together beautifully :swoon:

[Lexicious]

This is beautiful!

How many tubes of caulk do you think you're going to end up using in total?

[Sabrina the Selkie]

Wow!

[AelianaNympha]

oooo thats neat!
I wish I could paint my nails... I just rip them off because I have anxiety.

I know this is from like three months ago, but I do the EXACT SAME THING. If I have no nail polish on, I end up picking at my skin until I bleed.

[H-SAMA]

wow eeverything is looking pretty cool. LOVED THE COLORS AND THE DESIGN SO MUCH!
Is it heavy by now or is it light?

[Mermaid Momo]

Thanks everyone! I assume I've used somewhere around 15 tubes or so (I am keeping track I just don't have the list at the moment. but I used 4 for the front of the body)

@H-sama- I haven't put it on since doing the front but it was really heavy just when the fluke was finished.

[IllynReaver]

Omg, Momo your tail is amazing! I'm glad to know that the silicone caulk works on making a tail. I'm wanting to do a hybrid tail.

[Mermaid Momo]

I finished one side! Ran out of pigment so I'll have to find a store that carries it. I need to flip the tail over but I'm too scared to because I saw a wolf spider last night by my door and I'm worried it's now calling the tail home


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[Mermaid Momo]

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[Mermaid Mystery]

kinda like the fly? imagine having a wolf spider in a tail lmao I'd be done

[Mermaid Mia]

Its so beautiful! I love the gradient


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[LouLouBelle]

Oh wow!! Your tail looks amazing! Absolutely gorgeous and really exotic. ❤️


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[Luna Dreamtide]

Wow that looks beautiful! You did a great job blending the colours.

[Mermaid Lieke]

Your paintjob looks amazing! Can't wait to see more


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[Sabrina the Selkie]

So gorgeous.

[Mermaid Momo]

Thanks everyone! Work on it has even slow but I've really picked up the slack this last week. If you follow my Instagram or have me on Facebook you know I have a con coming up this Friday and so I'm busting my butt trying to finish the tail and my cosplays in time. Thankfully I finished my jasmine so now I have more one for the tail

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160530/795a91154ac4c2adb4012a0fa01aee35.jpg
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160530/1d167b672aef9c4b8a6991a0d6a9835e.jpg
(With my dad and my nephew )


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[moniee]

OMG your Jasmine is pure perfection! And I'm very excited for your tail project, it's inspiring for me :)

[Sabrina the Selkie]

Your Jasmine is fantastic.

[LouLouBelle]

That outfit is gorgeous! You make a stunning Jasmine.


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[Mermaid Momo]

Thanks everyone! Now lets see if I look that good battling the crowds at con and 116 degree weather lol.

also tail news:

I'M DONE!!! :yay:

[WaterDragon]

Thanks everyone! Now lets see if I look that good battling the crowds at con and 116 degree weather lol.

also tail news:

I'M DONE!!! :yay:

:yay: Congrats Momo, I can't wait to see pictures of you in that amazing tail :yay:

[MerChemi]

You make such a stunning Jasmine, Momo!

And we need pics of your tail so badly *grabby hands* I'm sure you're going to look amazing in it!

[Dancing Fish]

I can't wait to see pics of you in the tail! You'll look simply radiant! (You make a very pretty Jasmine, too.) :)

[Mermaid Momo]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160604/c620567ba1d298f17777f2326b04051b.jpg
Preview! my mer wrangler took photos on my canon but I don't have my laptop with me so can't post them yet

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[Mermaid Mia]

So pretty!


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[moniee]

OMG pics pics pics! Please teleport to your laptop *.*

[Luna Dreamtide]

So shiny!! That looks great :D

[hollyrelles]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160604/c620567ba1d298f17777f2326b04051b.jpg
Preview! my mer wrangler took photos on my canon but I don't have my laptop with me so can't post them yet

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Curse you! Need to see


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[Sabrina the Selkie]

Wow!!!

[Mermaid Kassandra]

Thanks everyone! Now lets see if I look that good battling the crowds at con and 116 degree weather lol.

also tail news:

I'M DONE!!! :yay:


Momo your tail looks fantastic!
I also sent you a PM 😊

[Mermaid Momo]

Thanks! I'll check it out tomorrow, haven't been on much for the weekend since it was a big convention

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[Mermaid Kassandra]

Thanks! I'll check it out tomorrow, haven't been on much for the weekend since it was a big convention

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I hope to see some pictures then! 😊

[Mermaid Momo]

Photos from the pod meetup
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[Mermaid Momo]

Please ignore my wild hair, it's in that awkward length phase.
This is my first swim.

https://www.facebook.com/ForbiddenKingdomshop/videos/617402701749699/

[Mermaid Mia]

I think you (and your hair) looks fabulous


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[Amapele]

Oh my gerd! You look FINTASTIC Momo!

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[Luna Dreamtide]

Ohmygosh!! That looks fintastic!! Love it.

[moniee]

Momo you look fantastic! This is so inspiring for me - I'm working with the caulk method at the moment too. I felt a little down realising I won't have time to finish my tail in time for a large meetup, but seeing your pictures made me think I should still have a go and try... I needed this! Thank you :)

[Mermaid Kassandra]

Oh my fins Momo!
You look fanatic and your tail is breathtaking!
Also I love your hair!!! This job girl good job! 😁

[Sabrina the Selkie]

Wow.

[WaterDragon]

Wow, it looks even better on. Momo you rock!

how is the tail holding up after that first swim?

[SeaMansa]

Looks great!

[Kait]

oh my goodness! It turned out so beautiful. The colours are amazing and look at that shine :swoon::swoon::swoon:

[StellaRae]

Wow it is so beautiful! All of it! From the colors to the shape to the top! Love the top especially!

[Reef Fish]

Good job :)

[Mermaid Momo]

Thanks everyone! I ordered a headress from mermaid Malia to wear to the meet but it didnt arrive until after but heres some photos of it! (sorry abiut how dark and grainy they are. My mom took them)also featuring my nephew http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160612/095ea9cf24e080db055939bbfe1077f8.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160612/3b63d4793704c3b760a43deb44ee136c.jpg
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[Sabrina the Selkie]

Gorgeous.

Out of curiosity, is it swimable?

[Mermaid Momo]

Yep! That one is 100% swimmable

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[Luna Dreamtide]

You look gorgeous! I love the bright pretty girly colours and flowers.

[KateyMermaid]

That headdress is gorgeous! I love how feminine and tropical it is! Loving how she wrapped the headband in twine (?? Maybe? That's what it looks like) to disguise it and add color.


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[Mermaid Enora]

lovely Momo!!!!

[Imogen Finnly]

Kitty toes:3


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[Lili]

It's so beautiful, you look gorgeous Momo, you're such an inspiration !

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[Spindrift]

Gorgeous!!!!

[Mermaid Caspiana]

This is such a gorgeous tail and method! So happy for you!!! :) And your nephew is so darling too. <3