"My" new tail: The Emerald Queen! I FINISHED IT!!!

[Little_Orca]

Holy Carp, I finally finished it!

Let me post a few pictures, let it sink in for a moment, let me gather my thoughts, while you look her over.

https://scontent.fsnc1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfl1/v/t1.0-9/12814068_10101974902631288_6784513261719498373_n.j pg?oh=c7d7a2e70ac1284ae6492ddfa4e84ac0&oe=575CA366


Okay, I can do this.

Deep Breath.

AMGSHESFINALLYDONEYEAH!!!!

I have been working on this tail for about the last two years. It has been the LONGEST I have worked on a tail, ever. The reason it took so long are varied and numerous (I mention some in the video below), and I am just eternally grateful that the mermaid who is receiving this tail has been patient and understanding.

I don't usually make tails for other people, and even though I have done this tail for someone else I am not too sure about doing another one. Mostly because of time and I do not think anyone else would be that patient for a cloth tail.

So, who is the mermaid that is getting the tail? I said in my video that I would mention it here, and in case you skipped a head to watch it instead of reading this then came back to the reading, it will be a surprise! If you just read it, well, you will see here in a moment. I hope I am doing a good enough job of stalling and building up the antici............... pation for who the tail is for.

Any guesses? No cheating! No asking Raina, since she knows... Iona knows too.

Anyone else?

All right, here we go.

So a long while back, I was approached by a mermaid who is famous for her silicone tails and asked if I would make her a cloth one for when she practices outside of her silicone tails; something beautiful and something light weight. The bonus of cloth tails, am I right? Easy to get on, light weight (though we know silicone is neutral in water), and still can look great. Though I don't usually make tails for other people, I could not turn this person away. After some talking, exchanging of photos, and measurements, I sketched out a plan and got to work on this tail that I have called the Emerald Queen for Mermaid Raven.

*FAN GIRL SCREAMING*

I am so honored to have made this and I am so very happy with how it turned out. It was a long, winding road, and there were times I was overcome with anxiety and guilt about not having finished it by my personally set deadlines due to work and school, but now it is done! I just need to heat treat it, write up a little letter, then I can package it and I will ship her out tomorrow.

And here is me being an idiot and showing you how the tail looks on video:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zB6ml9K5Rc

*MORE EXCITED SCREAMING*

[Keiris]

Congratulations to you!!! You can plainly see the love, time and artistry that went into this. You must be so proud! :D

[Ashe]

It is so beautiful! Oh my gosh congratulations <3 <3 I can't wait to see the lucky mer in this tail :)

[Mermaid Alea]

This tail is so beautiful! Oh my gosh you have no idea how inspirational this is for me! Just today I drew up what I think is my dream tail design, and I felt sad knowing I probably couldn't make it in fabric, but now I see how amazing this tail you made for Raven is and it is fabric, so I am super determined now to try to achieve more with fabric! :swoon:

So is this tail all spandex fabric? Does the fluke close with velcro?

[Little_Orca]

So is this tail all spandex fabric? Does the fluke close with velcro?

The fabric is spandex/swim wear fabric. The fluke doesn't open-and-close, it's sewn shut, and the monofin that it was planned for (finis rapid) can bend into a U shape and be fit through the ankle area. I have a fin myself and tested it. :)

[SelkieLuna]

It's absolutely lovely! I can't wait to see it on!

[Mermaid Alea]

The fabric is spandex/swim wear fabric. The fluke doesn't open-and-close, it's sewn shut, and the monofin that it was planned for (finish rapid) can bend into a U shape and be fit through the ankle area. I have a fin myself and tested it. :)

Thank you! I am sure Raven is really going to love it!

[Seraphina Suds]

Wow!!

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[Mermaid Mystery]

It's stunning! You never fail to amaze me!

[Princess Kae-Leah]

Ooh very pretty dahling!!!

[Mermaid Jaffa]

Ah ya! Its a sea monster siren!!

[Merman Arion]

Congratulations!!! How exciting! SO SO PROUD of you! You looked great in the video! :clap: :clap: :clap:

[-Annwyn-]

Oh my....That is just lovely!
You truly do make art, L.O. :3

[Mermaid Kate Silverfin]

It's so beautiful! You have done an amazing job!

[Vela]

Wow this truly is a regal tail!! I bet Raven is going to be very excited to have!! The detail is amazing!!! :)

[Sabrina the Selkie]

Wow!

[Mermaid Enhydrina]

Gorgeous work!

[Ashton]

Way to go!
I can't wait to see it swim!

[Little_Orca]

Thank you all for your kind words. ^_^ I am packing her up as we speak so I can send her off to her new home.

[Kait]

Look at that detail! It's so beautiful, definitely worth the time :)

[Little_Orca]

Getting ready to ship her out. Little bit of box art to make the package more fun:

https://scontent.fsnc1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/v/t1.0-9/12814407_10101975808086748_2957443841016263843_n.j pg?oh=4f8a4ad2556e743b6dc1723c1a003c67&oe=5755A993

[Sabrina the Selkie]

That is some great box art. :)

[Dame Melusine]

OMG Little Orca, this tail is AMAZING!!!! There is so much work on it. You are THE Queen of fabric tails!

[Little_Orca]

OMG Little Orca, this tail is AMAZING!!!! There is so much work on it. You are THE Queen of fabric tails!

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[Mermaid Wesley]

Ugh art


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[PearlieMae]

So wonderful! I love the pink and green! Venus colors! So much beautiful work! Congratulations!

[Mermaid Russet]

This is *beautiful*!! So intricate and detailed!! Very lovely work!! :)

[Rett]

Thats a stunning tail! Love it! :swoon:

[Little_Orca]

It was delivered today. :)

[Mermaid Alea]

OOoooh is there going to be an unboxing video by any chance? :eek:

[Little_Orca]

OOoooh is there going to be an unboxing video by any chance? :eek:

Lol, who knows.

[Mermaid Danielle]

This is absolutely stunning! Great work!

[Mermaid Coralia]

I can't wait to hear how she likes it! I hope she takes pictures swimming in it! OOH and video!

[Little_Orca]

Raven left me a message this morning on FB that I was so delighted to wake to! Reading it I almost got teary and I was so happy to have made her happy and that she was in love with the tail I had worked on for her. I was so afraid something would be wrong (you'd think I was pessimistic or something!), but it all worked out and I am so delighted. This is the message I woke to:

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[Hydra1337]

I'm glad she liked it. You did a wonderful job.

[Mermaid Wesley]

That's adorable and I'm happy for you both!


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[Winged Mermaid]

:dance:See, I told you she'd absolutely love it! :D And you doubted yourself ;)

[Little_Orca]

:dance:See, I told you she'd absolutely love it! :D And you doubted yourself ;)

How long have you known me? I always doubt myself! :p ♡

[Mermaid Lorelei]

I always doubt myself! :p ♡

Well stop it. You're awesome. -hugs-

[PearlieMae]

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[Mermaid Keena]

Beautiful work!!! I cannot wait to see Raven in it =D I adore your fabric tails they are so gorgeous and you always have so much pretty detailing! <3 <3 Great Job!

[Daisy Bell]

I would love a tail. I need some tips from the experts;) where do I look? Are they all expensive? Thanks so much

[Sabrina the Selkie]

There is lots of advice in the tailmaker reviews section, and tutorials in the tailmaking section.

As it is, this isn't the kind of thread to ask that question. Just so you know for next time. :)

[merwandering]

THIS IS BEAUTIFUL!!! What in inspiration- I hadn't seen your tails, and didn't really know about painted neoprene tails- I only saw some being covered with silicone caulk, I suppose I thought it was because they needed the silicone to seal the paint. This is GORGEOUS.
Thank you, Mermaid Whisper, for mentioning that she is the queen of this painting....now I need to go stalk some old threads...

[moniee]

Oh no all the pictures and the video seems to be broken/missing? Can anyone help me out? I wanted to see it so bad!


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[polyhymnia113]

This is amazing and beautiful!! So thrilled for you!

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