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Aisling
01-02-2016, 06:35 PM
It's up!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mSD1U6Eg5s

Aysel vs Box took . . . way, way longer than it should have.
I sound so siick, aha. I'm sorry!

Ianthe
01-03-2016, 03:02 AM
Congrats Aysel! your tail looks beautiful!

Saren
01-03-2016, 04:15 AM
Oh my goodness, that tail is going to look gorgeous with your hair!!! Congratulations!!!!

Mermaid Coralia
01-03-2016, 07:26 AM
AH! I saw this tail on their facebook page and fell in love! i LOVE your tail, aysel. And all the extra stuff you got!

Ariel-Starfish
01-03-2016, 03:25 PM
:jawdrop:

Aisling
01-03-2016, 04:18 PM
♥ Thank you, everyone. I'm so excited to do more once I've got over this flu, haha.

Ariel-Starfish
01-04-2016, 06:41 AM
Hit 15 months today! Can I trow a party? :cool:

LouLouBelle
01-04-2016, 07:58 AM
That tail's gorgeous!

I love the lamp on the wall. [emoji4]


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Mermaid Julianne
01-05-2016, 02:26 AM
It's up!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mSD1U6Eg5s

Aysel vs Box took . . . way, way longer than it should have.
I sound so siick, aha. I'm sorry!

Its so pretty! I love how the cats crowd around the box like "ooh theres something fishy in here"

Ariel-Starfish
01-05-2016, 11:14 AM
I know Raven will do her best to finish everything, but I'm officialy starting to get worried :(

Some friends asked today if I was shure I wasen't scammed. :doh: I def know i'm not! Just anxious.

SeaGlass Siren
01-05-2016, 11:51 AM
patience young grasshopper.

Mer-Crazy
01-05-2016, 03:02 PM
I know Raven will do her best to finish everything, but I'm officialy starting to get worried :(

Some friends asked today if I was shure I wasen't scammed. :doh: I def know i'm not! Just anxious.

Just remember that Michelle, Felecia and myself have all been waiting longer than you sweetie. The more you think about it, and the more you count and the more you get yourself worked up the worse it's gonna get. I have no clue what day I'm on and I'm chill as a cucumber ^_^


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Ariel-Starfish
01-05-2016, 03:26 PM
Awwh thanks! :group hug:

PearlieMae
01-05-2016, 03:37 PM
I can't wait for you to get your tail, either.

Mermaid Neri Elvina
01-05-2016, 03:40 PM
And I can't wait to swim again. (Stupid pool staff)

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AniaR
01-05-2016, 05:13 PM
I can't wait for you to get your tail, either.

I think we're all in on that one.



I saw the lovely yellow and blue merbella's tail in person at mermania, along with mereleys. Sooo pretty!

Mermaid Wesley
01-05-2016, 08:47 PM
Awesome!!


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Ariel-Starfish
01-06-2016, 10:54 AM
Awh thanks everyone! ^^ ❤️

I've seen her tail passing by on FB / pictures of mermania and it looks incredible! :swoon: so amazing!

saborigakusei
01-06-2016, 10:57 AM
Ugh yessss, seeing all the Merbellas at Mermania nearly drove me crazy. Can't wait for Raven to start mine!

...kinda wish I'd gotten the glitter after all, hm.

AniaR
01-06-2016, 01:55 PM
probably not too late to add that on

Vrindavana Starfish
01-06-2016, 04:58 PM
34970

AniaR
01-07-2016, 12:02 AM
Merbella pics from mermania:

https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xal1/t31.0-8/1053417_953474854728598_6966769003950490361_o.jpg

https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtp1/t31.0-8/12489346_953582191384531_3333170713032504422_o.jpg

https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/t31.0-8/12418847_953582074717876_716676018416696717_o.jpg

all by: https://www.facebook.com/JoeyKirkmanPhotography/photos/pb.464868026922619.-2207520000.1452141543./953582081384542/?type=3&theater

then we have me and merely

https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t31.0-8/q85/s960x960/12484697_1047259188660414_3994154309507832470_o.jp g

Little_Orca
01-07-2016, 03:38 AM
Lovely as always Raina dear. :)

Luna Dreamtide
01-07-2016, 05:27 AM
Gorgeous shots. I love the top one of you Raina!

LouLouBelle
01-07-2016, 09:56 AM
Raina - I love the first pic of you. It's gorgeous!


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Mer-Crazy
01-07-2016, 08:57 PM
Found this on the youtubes, enjoy :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQfTELe4Un4

Edit: Actually watched the video oh my gosh the sass about Raina's tail is funny.

Little_Orca
01-07-2016, 09:40 PM
Dat sass. :lol:

I understand the need to look different, to have an identity and to 'prove' you did not copy someone, even if you are going for a similar look (ie splash, a certain fish species, etc), but all merfolk need to understand that tails will look similar even with different flukes or fins here versus there. That is just it. Does it makes yours any less special? No. How many people have orange tails? Red tails? Green tails? Do we need to count blue ones?! *Hides her mass of them* It's all about the color pattern and association. The overall shape can vary a ton, but it's the color that will draw people in to be like "That looks like Raina/Iona/Una/Raven/<Insert Merperson's Name Here>'s tail."

Mer-Crazy
01-07-2016, 09:47 PM
I understand she's probably frustrated, there were probably a few comments on FB or wherever asking if that was a new Raina tail or that it looked like Raina's tail, I can understand that. They're both in that warm colour spectrum and the dark blue/ black lining on the fluke is very similar but they're both different tails. If you put them side by side you'd easily be able to see differences, especially on the back where hers goes a very dark, rich red and Raina's stays more orange. Even if they do look similar or not though it doesn't really matter. As long as you love your tail then it doesn't matter if there are 50 000 more like them.

lynsea
01-07-2016, 10:13 PM
Raina, how did you guys get the overhead shots? Lifeguard tower?

Ashe
01-07-2016, 11:12 PM
I think the whole "Her tail looks like Raina's" is the silliest thing. Raina's tail is inspired by Splash! As are so many other tails from so many other mers. I really don't think her tail looks like Raina's on that big of a spectrum.

Mermaid Jaffa
01-08-2016, 12:22 AM
Nice!! The only thing looks the same as Raina's, is the fluke shape. Everything else is different. So its not Raina's tail or anything like that. Unless Raven can duplicate exactly the colors, paint streaks, dots etc, I don't ever think its a copy of Raina's tail.

Merley
01-08-2016, 01:01 AM
Is that a new she creature fluke? Gah I want one so badly.

Ariel-Starfish
01-08-2016, 05:58 AM
I understand her concern, but it's a totally diffirent tail. I've seen the pictures before shipment and they looked more orange. Anyhow : YAY FOR UNBOXING VIDEOS :D

I'm plannig of doing mine in my own language; Dutch/Flamish so I'm guessing it will be esier for me to talk infront of a camera. :p

AniaR
01-08-2016, 08:54 PM
Dat sass. :lol:

I understand the need to look different, to have an identity and to 'prove' you did not copy someone, even if you are going for a similar look (ie splash, a certain fish species, etc), but all merfolk need to understand that tails will look similar even with different flukes or fins here versus there. That is just it. Does it makes yours any less special? No. How many people have orange tails? Red tails? Green tails? Do we need to count blue ones?! *Hides her mass of them* It's all about the color pattern and association. The overall shape can vary a ton, but it's the color that will draw people in to be like "That looks like Raina/Iona/Una/Raven/<Insert Merperson's Name Here>'s tail."

thank you. I DO think our tails look similar even though Mia and Raven dont. Copy? no. But similar? Yes. Am I bothered? Not in the slightest. I am happy for her. I am more frustrated that the video goes on about me when it should be about unboxing a tail... I don't want people thinking I have any kind of problem with it. And honestly there was only 1 public comment that I saw and it wasnt rude. Just that it looked similar to mine.

Mermaid Jaffa
01-08-2016, 09:12 PM
Even fish of the same species don't look exactly the same. There is always something different about them. I think it applies to mermaid tails too. No two fish are alike, just as no two mers are the same.

Sitre Seer Moroaica
01-08-2016, 10:55 PM
So many pretty photos and that tail was just gorgeous!
I totally understand the pain when people think you're getting scammed or something because the tail is taking too long. My mother does it all the time to me when she checks up on the status/progress which I never have for her which worries her. For a tail being 2600$+ I understand the worry but having to explain over and over again that Raven and her Husband are basically the company and she does everything herself gets a bit frustrating because I dont really believe she truly understands. I think she just agrees to get me to stop talking and taking Raven's side.

Everyone's time is going on further then I though. I really, really hope that she doesn't try to send my tail while I'm in Europe. I'm hoping I have cell reception so I can receive my emails but last time I was in France I couldn't get shit. >.< I can't wait to see everyone's tails though! I'm so excited for each of you!

AniaR
01-09-2016, 11:01 AM
Just fire her an email. Label it important client update.

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Ariel-Starfish
01-09-2016, 12:18 PM
Just fire her an email. Label it important client update.

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I tried this a few weeks ago - I wish I haven't but I have my reasons ; I bought a few things from the summer sale months ago and just to clearify to add them to the rest of my order. Just to overview all things :) Got no responce yet so I guess she's working away ^^

Mer-Crazy
01-09-2016, 03:33 PM
I tried this a few weeks ago - I wish I haven't but I have my reasons ; I bought a few things from the summer sale months ago and just to clearify to add them to the rest of my order. Just to overview all things :) Got no responce yet so I guess she's working away ^^
A) Aww that's exciting what did you get?!
B) If it makes you feel better I know she told me she actually sees most of the emails, but forgets to reply a lot.

Mermaid Marius
01-09-2016, 04:59 PM
I've officially decided that I want Merbella to be my tail maker but I can't seem to find any sort of master list of fluke options. Her Facebook album with tail templates only has three but I was certain she offered at least five different options. Can anyone point me in the direction of a complete list of her fluke options?

Mermaid Abalene
01-09-2016, 05:52 PM
I don't know if it has the updated flukes, but if you go to Merbella Studio's Facebook and click albums under photos, you will see an album that says "Design your Merbella's tail!" There are a few flukes listed that you might like. :D

Mermaid Mystery
01-09-2016, 06:14 PM
a few pages back someone posted every single fluke shape

Mermaid Marius
01-09-2016, 06:31 PM
a few pages back someone posted every single fluke shape
Thank you. I'll do some scrolling and see if I can find it.

Mer-Crazy
01-10-2016, 07:46 AM
That was me :) if you're having too much trouble let me know and I'll post it again

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Merman Arion
01-10-2016, 12:43 PM
Thank you. I'll do some scrolling and see if I can find it.

You should know that youre signature is too big. You should change it when you can :)

Mermaid Marius
01-10-2016, 01:35 PM
That was me :) if you're having too much trouble let me know and I'll post it again

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I'd really appreciate that!

Mermaid Marius
01-10-2016, 01:36 PM
You should know that youre signature is too big. You should change it when you can :)

Thank you for pointing that out, I made an adjustment!

Ashton
01-10-2016, 01:56 PM
What is everyones wait time numbers?
Not that we all obsessively know exactly how many days/hours/minutes they have waited... haha :O_o:

frozenbutterflywings
01-10-2016, 02:31 PM
January 31st will be 300 days for me

Mer-Crazy
01-10-2016, 02:42 PM
The 14th will be 17 months. Like I said to Ariel I've honestly stopped counting days so that's an easier number to calculate haha.

Felicia
01-10-2016, 03:31 PM
I'm at 491 days. Whenever I get curious I just go check my paypal and it tells me how long it's been lol

Mermaid Rillia
01-10-2016, 03:44 PM
Felicia I'm so curious to see how your tail will turn out.

This thread makes me want to put a request in with Raven next time she starts accepting orders.

Felicia
01-10-2016, 04:12 PM
This thread makes me want to put a request in with Raven next time she starts accepting orders.

Do it!!!

Sitre Seer Moroaica
01-10-2016, 04:19 PM
I'm at 11 months right now.

Ariel-Starfish
01-11-2016, 02:54 AM
As u all know I'm a bit more obsessed with my tail waiting etc. :D I'm
at 464 days or 15 months and one week. :p

Mer-Crazy
01-11-2016, 03:13 AM
I'd really appreciate that!http://mernetwork.com/index/attachment.php?attachmentid=35121&stc=1

saborigakusei
01-11-2016, 07:23 AM
194 days for me. ^^

Spindrift
01-11-2016, 10:22 AM
^I don't think the partials are included in that

Mermaid Wesley
01-11-2016, 03:11 PM
^I don't think the partials are included in that

I think that's because she only included what's currently being offered and partials aren't an option anymore :)


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Mer-Crazy
01-11-2016, 03:47 PM
This is correct :) I only included the old merbella fluke to try and avoid confusion


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introverting
01-12-2016, 01:03 PM
I think there was a splash looking fluke for a recent rainbow tail she's made? It had dark blue/black iridescent stripes, and one of the weeki wachee mermaids wore it?

introverting
01-12-2016, 01:05 PM
also, is the she-creature fluke discontinued as well?

Mermaid Coralia
01-12-2016, 02:19 PM
The she creature I believe she was only doing a limited run of tails with that fluke, because at first it was only for her personal tail and she wasn't selling it to anyone, but then she sold the used one to Raina and I think people must have asked her for it specifically. I'm not sure about the other fluke, but is it possible it's just a modified version of her regular flukes? Do you have a picture?

introverting
01-12-2016, 02:28 PM
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/01/12/ac85eb5c5b6b4a764a195cbef445831a.jpg

It was this one.

introverting
01-12-2016, 02:29 PM
Maybe it's the merbella fluke just cut down? Idk

Mer-Crazy
01-12-2016, 03:02 PM
Yeah it's just a modified Merbella. I don't remember exactly what she told me but she did say something about being able to lightly alter flukes (like how the mantis and Rainas are both calypso) quite easily.


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AniaR
01-12-2016, 05:48 PM
The she creature I believe she was only doing a limited run of tails with that fluke, because at first it was only for her personal tail and she wasn't selling it to anyone, but then she sold the used one to Raina and I think people must have asked her for it specifically. I'm not sure about the other fluke, but is it possible it's just a modified version of her regular flukes? Do you have a picture?

Yeah she will be retiring the she creature from sale I believe.


Maybe it's the merbella fluke just cut down? Idk

Yes it's a modified merbella. Sidebar I really wanted that tail bahaha

Ariel-Starfish
01-14-2016, 12:33 PM
Who's got any news from their order recently?

frozenbutterflywings
01-14-2016, 06:52 PM
I got a sketch but she is gonna redo the colors a bit.

Mer-Crazy
01-14-2016, 07:29 PM
I wish I got a sketch haha


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Sitre Seer Moroaica
01-15-2016, 01:34 AM
Haven't received anything yet.

Ariel-Starfish
01-15-2016, 12:22 PM
Still no updates, or pictures for me. :cry:

AniaR
01-15-2016, 02:10 PM
All I can tell you is I know she's working away! raven's very much a wont contact you until she's either ready to blow you away with an amazing sketch, or almost done your tail.

I know it can be really frustrating waiting so long, especially since she's known for giving so few updates and communication. Those of you who have been waiting so long must be so anxious. But I know shes working, haha cuz I ask her any chance I chat with her how she's doing with the workload.

Also people have been getting tails. She doesn't often post to the merbellas page anymore when she sends out a tail to a client, tends to get everyone all anxious or swamp her with order requests. So she's often sending things out without posting online. And I know a few people have gotten tails send out but they dont seem to be posting on mernetwork. Just because people don't post here doesn't mean updates aren't happening. promise.

Good luck everyone! Hopefully everyone hears soon.

AniaR
01-15-2016, 02:11 PM
bahaha it's like nowhere near what you're all dealing with but I dropped off two tops to her when I was in Florida to get remade, and ordering 2 tops and I dont expect to see them anytime soon bahaha

Ariel-Starfish
01-15-2016, 05:03 PM
Also; I wonder Raven did recieve my Christmas card. ^^

I made a special card including my drawing of Ariel as a Merbella. ❤️

http://i670.photobucket.com/albums/vv65/LaraCroftFanneke22/My%20Art/31471DB6-91CD-4154-A0EC-06317733655C_zpsvm8gy9le.jpg (http://s670.photobucket.com/user/LaraCroftFanneke22/media/My%20Art/31471DB6-91CD-4154-A0EC-06317733655C_zpsvm8gy9le.jpg.html)

AniaR
01-15-2016, 05:33 PM
Beautiful! You're so talented

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Calizaire
01-15-2016, 05:41 PM
Goodness, that's adorable!

Mermaid Marius
01-15-2016, 06:01 PM
Can that tail be real, please? 😍

Keiris
01-15-2016, 10:42 PM
Ariel what a wonderful rendering! I bet she loves it!!!

Ariel-Starfish
01-16-2016, 04:11 AM
@Raina! Thanks! The problem is: I should draw waaaaay more. It's been a while.

Thank you everyone for the nice comments! :mermaid kiss:

Ariel-Starfish
01-16-2016, 07:17 AM
Can that tail be real, please? 

The headdress and top are based on real items Raven made. ^^

LouLouBelle
01-16-2016, 06:33 PM
I love the Merbella Ariel - I've no doubts Raven would have been delighted with the card. [emoji4]


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Kait
01-17-2016, 10:01 PM
Oh that card is gorgeous Ariel!

I also have a Merbella in the making :yay: I'm so excited!
I received a new sketch from her on the 7th Jan. I think this will be our last adjustment before the design is perfect.
Even though it's delayed communication, I have been so unbelievably impressed with her sketches! It was exactly what I had pictured in my head.
It will be a dream come true when it arrives!

Luna Dreamtide
01-17-2016, 11:43 PM
Oh that card is gorgeous Ariel!

I also have a Merbella in the making :yay: I'm so excited!
I received a new sketch from her on the 7th Jan. I think this will be our last adjustment before the design is perfect.
Even though it's delayed communication, I have been so unbelievably impressed with her sketches! It was exactly what I had pictured in my head.
It will be a dream come true when it arrives!
Oh my gosh yes! Can we know anything about the colours or fluke style you've chosen?

Mer-Crazy
01-18-2016, 12:47 AM
Oh that card is gorgeous Ariel!

I also have a Merbella in the making :yay: I'm so excited!
I received a new sketch from her on the 7th Jan. I think this will be our last adjustment before the design is perfect.
Even though it's delayed communication, I have been so unbelievably impressed with her sketches! It was exactly what I had pictured in my head.
It will be a dream come true when it arrives!
That's so exciting! When did you first order?

Kait
01-18-2016, 03:22 AM
Ordered in early October. Do you know if I'm able to put the draft sketch on here? Would love to share it with you guys!


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Mer-Crazy
01-18-2016, 03:24 AM
Ordered in early October. Do you know if I'm able to put the draft sketch on here? Would love to share it with you guys!


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Early october lat year? Wow that was fast haha. Yeah you're allowed to share sketches, at least we all do haha.

Luna Dreamtide
01-18-2016, 04:40 AM
Oh yes! Please share if you can?

Kait
01-18-2016, 06:40 AM
She named it Spectrolite, after the gemstone that has the same iridescent purples, blues and oranges.
I'm so in love with it.
We are just tweaking it a bit to remove the oranges from being block colours on the sides of the body and instead gradually phase them into stripes elongated down the back.


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Mermaid Neri Elvina
01-18-2016, 06:47 AM
:drool: :fallover: Kait that is so, so beautiful!!

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Luna Dreamtide
01-18-2016, 07:13 AM
Ohmygosh that's absolutely gorgeous!! I love the double dorsal type fins...

AniaR
01-18-2016, 10:16 AM
I'm o fish ally jealous

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frozenbutterflywings
01-18-2016, 11:06 AM
Sketch is gorgeous

Aurellia Gyldenscale
01-18-2016, 11:20 AM
Sorry I dropped off the radar everyone! Here's a quick update post-Mermania!

My tail is wonderful in the water, but I have crazy foot blisters haha. It is SO sparkly. Like really...if you're thinking about investing in the glitter top coat, do it. All the colors are extremely metallic. I took it flying and stored it in the overhead bins 4 different times with no hassle from anyone. I do feel bad for the Charlotte hand-check security though....mine was like the 8th or 9th tail she had to do in the past couple days. I'll be posting my xmas unboxing video once I can edit it...I apologize in advance for the poor video quality. The lighting wasn't bright enough and m dad's camera is old. I'll follow up with a better Merbella's Experience Review video. :) Here are a couple pics from the festival! <3

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Aurellia Gyldenscale
01-18-2016, 11:26 AM
.....and a couple more pics for good measure....the Dark Green tail is an older Merbella's....2012 I think. 352463524735248

Ariel-Starfish
01-18-2016, 12:10 PM
:swoon: OMG THIS IS SO PRETTY I'M DYING!!

And all those amazing pictures from Mermania - WOW! U are a natural! :pearl:

frozenbutterflywings
01-18-2016, 12:12 PM
I'm so excited for everyone. I really hope I get my tail before merfest!!


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Ashton
01-18-2016, 12:13 PM
i love those colors!

Ariel-Starfish
01-18-2016, 01:01 PM
I hope to get my tail before may 20th. I'll have my birthday swim that day and it's the last day I can swim at my local pool before it's closing for renovation. :(

Kait
01-18-2016, 01:22 PM
So many pretty tails!
Thanks everyone, I'm so in love with it. Now it's just the waiting game.
Aurellia you look stunning.
Fingers crossed for you Ariel.


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Mermaid Mystery
01-18-2016, 02:09 PM
this is overwhelming these tails are beyond gorgeous

Mermaid Wesley
01-18-2016, 03:05 PM
Raven is an artist. I'm sure you all will be so happy <3 Aurelia have you posted a review in the review section yet?


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Luna Dreamtide
01-18-2016, 09:41 PM
this is overwhelming these tails are beyond gorgeous
Agreed! All this gorgeousness is amazing!!
Aurelia, you and your tail look stunning in those photos!

Mer-Crazy
01-19-2016, 03:25 AM
Had to share, Raven wearing the mermaid tail blanket I made her ^_^
http://i629.photobucket.com/albums/uu20/Midna-Phobia/tailsnuggie_zpsqjvx2itt.png

Kait
01-19-2016, 04:23 AM
Haha, that's awesome hun!!
It's really cute, great work :D


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Luna Dreamtide
01-19-2016, 05:07 AM
Had to share, Raven wearing the mermaid tail blanket I made her ^_^
http://i629.photobucket.com/albums/uu20/Midna-Phobia/tailsnuggie_zpsqjvx2itt.png
That's awesome!! So cute too. Good job!!

Ariel-Starfish
01-19-2016, 06:00 AM
That is so cool! :D

thanks for posting! I don't have Raven on my IG account. :sad eyes: I'm so yelly to
everyone who does! Aswel on FB n stuff. :)

New York Mermaid
01-19-2016, 07:18 AM
I was wondering who had that tail, Wow its very gorgeous too. I keep wanting to have a tail made from raven but
1. I cant decide which design to use and
2. that wait list tho lol

Sitre Seer Moroaica
01-19-2016, 07:31 AM
That was really fast haha But glad we are seeing progress!!
I'm the same! I hope I get my tail before my birthday. It would be nice to start off an epic summer with a brand new Merbella's tail haha
I wonder how she chooses which tail to do next. I would think she'd go in order of which came first. Mer-Crazy has been waiting a long time and I ordered back in March. Nonetheless that is one gorgeous tail! I can't wait to see that in person.

Mermaid Kelda
01-19-2016, 07:31 AM
I'd like to get one of my dream tails from Raven but it's a fairly plain silver tail and I know she I prefers more interesting designs :(

AniaR
01-19-2016, 01:43 PM
She tends to try and get people who threaten her or try to blackmail her out of the way first. Seriously. It happens. It sucks ( finfolk deal with it) she tries to stay in order but some things or aspects change priority.

She tries to really filter clients now as to only take people on who actually understand her and aren't in a mad rush. I expect as problem clients get finished and or filtered out we will see more streamlined.

I honestly feel problem clients ( my term, not hers) are responsible for delays. People who want a million changes, or try to have an intense back and forth, or hit their wait limit and then change everything etc

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Kait
01-19-2016, 10:27 PM
That's so disappointing that people would actually threaten her, it clearly outlines in the Merbella FAQs that it's a 300+ day timeframe.

We can all wait in suspense together!! :)

Ariel-Starfish
01-20-2016, 04:47 AM
I .... Got my first pictures of my tail!! :yay: :drool: Not shure If I can share them or not - it's not finished yet.
IM SO EXITED!!!!!!

http://i670.photobucket.com/albums/vv65/LaraCroftFanneke22/GIFs%20and%20Memes/66786B97-73FD-4346-9F8A-6B99148C5661_zpsxmmlnmoo.gif (http://s670.photobucket.com/user/LaraCroftFanneke22/media/GIFs%20and%20Memes/66786B97-73FD-4346-9F8A-6B99148C5661_zpsxmmlnmoo.gif.html)

Ariel-Starfish
01-20-2016, 04:49 AM
Oh and this is me atm! Look how accurate this gif is! XD

http://i670.photobucket.com/albums/vv65/LaraCroftFanneke22/GIFs%20and%20Memes/27790B5C-3C13-4593-9255-F4CC122DF981_zpsa0f26i5g.gif (http://s670.photobucket.com/user/LaraCroftFanneke22/media/GIFs%20and%20Memes/27790B5C-3C13-4593-9255-F4CC122DF981_zpsa0f26i5g.gif.html)

Little_Orca
01-20-2016, 04:56 AM
Congrats hon. :) Worth the wait I am sure! :)

Kait
01-20-2016, 04:57 AM
Yaaaaaay! Can't wait to see it hun


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Luna Dreamtide
01-20-2016, 05:24 AM
I .... Got my first pictures of my tail!! :yay: :drool: Not shure If I can share them or not - it's not finished yet.
IM SO EXITED!!!!!!

http://i670.photobucket.com/albums/vv65/LaraCroftFanneke22/GIFs%20and%20Memes/66786B97-73FD-4346-9F8A-6B99148C5661_zpsxmmlnmoo.gif (http://s670.photobucket.com/user/LaraCroftFanneke22/media/GIFs%20and%20Memes/66786B97-73FD-4346-9F8A-6B99148C5661_zpsxmmlnmoo.gif.html)
How exciting!! That's so great!

Ariel-Starfish
01-20-2016, 11:47 AM
Check my abatar for a teaser. :cool:

Madison MerFaerie
01-20-2016, 12:51 PM
That's so disappointing that people would actually threaten her, it clearly outlines in the Merbella FAQs that it's a 300+ day timeframe.

Completely ridiculous! If you don't have the patience to wait for a tail, there are some tail makers who you should not order from. Especially when they are clear about their wait times, and well known to have long wait times. To order from Raven and then get upset about the wait is just beyond me. I mean, sure go ahead and be upset in your own mind, but you don't need to get nasty with her. That's just uncalled for.

Madison MerFaerie
01-20-2016, 12:54 PM
Also, Ariel, that little snippet of your tail in your avatar is beautiful! I'm obsessed with that little fin!!!!

AniaR
01-20-2016, 01:14 PM
I was the first ever merbella's client and even I waited a year lol.

PearlieMae
01-20-2016, 01:31 PM
Ariel, I hope it gets there really soon!

Ariel-Starfish
01-20-2016, 02:12 PM
I'm just over the moon! :yay:

AniaR
01-20-2016, 02:41 PM
Hey folks I just wanna warn you for those of you posting your sketches BEFORE your tails have been given to you, that mertailor in the past has frequently trawled the forum and suddenly made tails with the same paint schemes as designs members has posted. While it's exciting to post your sketch, if you don't want it stolen it might be smart to keep off the web.

Sitre Seer Moroaica
01-20-2016, 11:31 PM
Well thats good to know AniaR! That's absolutely uncalled for to threaten or make a whole lot of changes just to make matters worse. I totally understand seeing a new vision for the tail once you get the sketch from her or her changing something to make your tail look awesome but nit-picking the tail when you know the wait etc is just bullshit. Too bad she can't really be dominate and say "if you're going to act like this/threaten me then here is your refund and forget the tail." But her business.

Honestly it's all worth the wait though! All entirely worth the wait I just want to understand her business and how she works is why I'm asking all the questions. Forgive me Raina if I'm probing too much.

Ariel-Starfish
01-21-2016, 02:41 AM
Hey folks I just wanna warn you for those of you posting your sketches BEFORE your tails have been given to you, that mertailor in the past has frequently trawled the forum and suddenly made tails with the same paint schemes as designs members has posted. While it's exciting to post your sketch, if you don't want it stolen it might be smart to keep off the web.


Does he has acces to the member photo albums? Otherwise I'm deleting mine! :doh:

Mer-Crazy
01-21-2016, 03:11 AM
If he has an account (which I'm pretty sure he does) then yes.

Kait
01-21-2016, 03:12 AM
Does he has acces to the member photo albums? Otherwise I'm deleting mine! :doh:

Thought that might be the case, so I only uploaded the very first draft which we've developed since then. Besides, if they want that design now they would probably copy it once you posted the real thing anyway. Raven is just too damn awesome at designing!

Mer-Crazy
01-21-2016, 03:35 AM
Thought that might be the case, so I only uploaded the very first draft which we've developed since then. Besides, if they want that design now they would probably copy it once you posted the real thing anyway. Raven is just too damn awesome at designing!
A) Yes she is
B) It's more a case of, if you share a sketch and he does decide to steal it he could probably produce a mertailor version before Raven gets around to making her version, which would be enough for his legion of blind fans to accuse HER of stealing his design. This is especially the case if someone shares a sketch and then takes it back down or edits it. That's why, sorry guys, but I'm not showing anyone anything to do with my tail until it's in my hands.

Kait
01-21-2016, 04:14 AM
Ugh so wrong :(


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Mermaid Wesley
01-21-2016, 04:46 AM
Mertailor doesn't have an account officially and he is banned from the site, but that doesn't mean he can't come on here and see things posted or that he doesn't have a secret acct. as is the general rule with the whole internet: nothing is 100% private and in your control.


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frozenbutterflywings
01-21-2016, 05:29 AM
I deleted my sketch just in case.


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AniaR
01-21-2016, 07:50 AM
Well thats good to know AniaR! That's absolutely uncalled for to threaten or make a whole lot of changes just to make matters worse. I totally understand seeing a new vision for the tail once you get the sketch from her or her changing something to make your tail look awesome but nit-picking the tail when you know the wait etc is just bullshit. Too bad she can't really be dominate and say "if you're going to act like this/threaten me then here is your refund and forget the tail." But her business.

Honestly it's all worth the wait though! All entirely worth the wait I just want to understand her business and how she works is why I'm asking all the questions. Forgive me Raina if I'm probing too much.

no no you're fine it's ok to ask! lol. I didnt take it that way. I just think there's so much that goes on behind the scenes for ALL tail makers that people on mernetwork never hear about. And when someone's tail is late they often dont give all the reasons why on mernetwork either.

AniaR
01-21-2016, 07:55 AM
mertailor doesnt officially have an account but in the past we've caught him using proxies to make alt accounts on multiple occasions. But as we've seen from some of the other knock off tail makers, they arne't above stealing ideas either.

If you can see it on mernetwork without being logged in, anyone else can see it too is the rule of thumb. Very few areas of the forum are locked.

A perfect example, Raven was the first tail maker to make an octopus top. But she didnt post it right away publicly, only on her FB. At the time she was trying to be peaceful with Eric and had him as a friend. Next thing you know, he's posting an octopus top that is te exact replica of hers. When Raven finally posted nice photos of hers publicly it was all ahhh you copied mertailor. When her photos from her personal page had been online almost a year at that point lol.

I think it was Lorelei maybe who had a tail design she posted totally ripped by him in the most obvious way.

I get anxious with the thread show me your tail designs lol.

Ariel-Starfish
01-21-2016, 09:14 AM
I get anxious with the thread show me your tail designs lol.

THIS. Never thought of it that way. :p

Mermaid Lorelei
01-21-2016, 10:10 AM
I think it was Lorelei maybe who had a tail design she posted totally ripped by him in the most obvious way.

Yuuuuuuup. That was me. I think he calls it his Aztec or something. It's an exact replica of the design I drew up for my first tail. I ended up changing my fluke design and liking the second one better, but it was still shitty on his part and a serious knock in my estimation of the community when I was starting out.

Ariel-Starfish
01-21-2016, 11:52 AM
Omg! :o can I see?

Starfrit
01-21-2016, 11:55 AM
Yeah, when I first started out in the mercommunity I was all about sharing the concept designs I had for my dream tail, when I was designing my Mersona. Since I learned that copycats are as rife here as in every other community, I stopped sharing my designs except for the most basic ones / ones that I knew I'd never personally commission for myself. I've had really gross instances of theft in other communities (the furry community had one instance— that I know of— of some guy commissioning porn of himself with my main character without telling me), so I'm pretty paranoid about that stuff now. I still get a little nervous that my mersona's design will get copied at some point. :/

Mermaid Lorelei
01-21-2016, 03:30 PM
It was this fluke Ariel.
https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t31.0-8/10465457_916457661705150_915926111089666379_o.jpg

Kait
01-21-2016, 04:50 PM
Oh Lorelei thats beautiful!!

Luna Dreamtide
01-21-2016, 09:31 PM
It says a lot about an 'artist' when they can't rely on their own creativity to create orginal ideas and designs... It's sad that it's something so common, but it's in any artistic community!

Mermaid Lorelei
01-21-2016, 11:03 PM
Thanks Kait. I like to think my designs are better now.

And now I'm done. Sorry for derailing the thread.

Ariel-Starfish
01-22-2016, 02:39 AM
Thanks for posting Lotelei!

Merman Arion
01-22-2016, 02:48 AM
It was this fluke Ariel.

Ugh. That tail. I remember it.

Who in his/her right mind would ask for a white line like this on the belly? I don't mean to sound like a jerk but it's a terrible terrible choice.
I can't help myself thinking it looks like a line of cocaine :doh: :doh: :doh:

Ariel-Starfish
01-22-2016, 07:07 AM
I can't help myself thinking it looks like a line of cocaine :doh: :doh: :doh:

OMG have not noticed that! Now I have all discusthing thoughts in my head about what that line could be... :fallover:

Thanks mate! :p lol

LouLouBelle
01-22-2016, 08:12 AM
It says a lot about an 'artist' when they can't rely on their own creativity to create orginal ideas and designs... It's sad that it's something so common, but it's in any artistic community!

This. It's sad - anyone that has to resort to copying other people's designs can't call themselves an artist and have nothing to be proud of. It's put me off posting any more designs.

As far as waiting times go, I really don't understand why anyone would harass or threaten Raven while she's making their tail. Imagine you're in Ravens shoes - how much of a desire would you have to go above and beyond, and create an amazing tail for someone who's harassing, threatening, complaining, whining... Etc? I've no doubts she'll still do a lovely job on the tail, but if any form of art is done in a hurry and you're main motivation is just to get rid of the complainer... it's not going to be quite the same. I'd much rather wait longer and have a happy, relaxed artist work on my tail.


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Ashton
01-22-2016, 10:33 AM
OMG have not noticed that! Now I have all discusthing thoughts in my head about what that line could be... :fallover:

Thanks mate! :p lol

I just had to take a double look at it, I guess in my mind I always thought it was just light bouncing off of it... Like it was really shinny or something. Now I look at it for more than a second, you are right, it is a bit odd.

Ariel-Starfish
01-24-2016, 02:55 PM
So after I got my pictures, Raven told me she still needed to add the hip fins and touching up stripes at the back. I approved everything but asked to enshure both sides of the fluke where allke. (Was not shown in the pictures I got).

I hope she reads it on time and would not bring any delay's for mine and everyone else scedual.

Ariel-Starfish
01-26-2016, 12:16 PM
:violin:

AniaR
01-26-2016, 01:01 PM
she'd obviously have to read the email, because she'd need to see if your approved things. I'm sure you'll be fine.

Mer-Crazy
01-26-2016, 03:01 PM
Agreed. I get you're excited but just calm down.


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PearlieMae
01-26-2016, 03:57 PM
Oh please God let Ariel get her tail.

Ariel-Starfish
01-27-2016, 04:44 AM
I'm sorry guy's! :sad eyes: I'm just so super exited and I can't wait to hold my dream tail ik my hands and never letting it go..

BUT I'm super zen now so I have it under control! Haha.

Merman Arion
01-27-2016, 05:31 AM
I'm sorry guy's! :sad eyes: I'm just so super exited and I can't wait to hold my dream tail ik my hands and never letting it go..

BUT I'm super zen now so I have it under control! Haha.

Really? I dare you to NOT WRITE a post here for a month :jester:

Do you take the challenge?

Ariel-Starfish
01-27-2016, 07:25 AM
Really? I dare you to NOT WRITE a post here for a month :jester:

Do you take the challenge?

Oh man! U guys must be so tired of me! XD lol
I accept the challange! And if I win I dare you to come over here and swim with me :grin:

Mermaid Lily_Pad
01-27-2016, 09:00 AM
Darlin, you paid a ton of money and waited a real long time, you post as much as you want. I won't fault you for it. Post on!

PearlieMae
01-27-2016, 09:16 AM
Oh man! U guys must be so tired of me! XD lol
I accept the challange! And if I win I dare you to come over here and swim with me :grin:

I hope you have a big pool to hold all the mermaids. ;)

Mermaid Lunette
01-27-2016, 11:08 AM
Darlin, you paid a ton of money and waited a real long time, you post as much as you want. I won't fault you for it. Post on!

yea! don't feel bad about posting! keeping it all in will only make you miserable!

Ariel-Starfish
01-27-2016, 11:22 AM
I hope you have a big pool to hold all the mermaids. ;)

I'm hosting a swimming party for my birthday - renting my local pool so yeah I have enough space! :p I also invited Arion but I haven't got a final answer....yet ;)

Ariel-Starfish
01-27-2016, 11:25 AM
Darlin, you paid a ton of money and waited a real long time, you post as much as you want. I won't fault you for it. Post on!

THIS :hail:

frozenbutterflywings
01-27-2016, 11:41 AM
I know when I get my tail I'm having a big celebration at Alexander springs and whoever wants to come can come :D


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AniaR
01-27-2016, 12:14 PM
Darlin, you paid a ton of money and waited a real long time, you post as much as you want. I won't fault you for it. Post on!

it's more that she posts the same thing over and over again. No one's gonna fault her for being excited for her tail or having questions. Ariel sometimes struggles with obsessiveness and she's been working really hard on it. People try to help her keep it in check because in the past it's escalated really bad. But she's been working really hard this time around. It's just hard when you get to that last little bit ;)

Merman Arion
01-27-2016, 12:27 PM
it's more that she posts the same thing over and over again. No one's gonna fault her for being excited for her tail or having questions. Ariel sometimes struggles with obsessiveness and she's been working really hard on it. People try to help her keep it in check because in the past it's escalated really bad. But she's been working really hard this time around. It's just hard when you get to that last little bit ;)

I agree. Ariel did A TON of progress since then.

You're almost there. Your tail will be with you before you know it :)

Mermaid Lorelei
01-27-2016, 12:28 PM
I know when I get my tail I'm having a big celebration at Alexander springs and whoever wants to come can come :D
Oh? I live a few hours from Alexander Springs and LOVE swimming there. Do let us know when this is happening!

frozenbutterflywings
01-27-2016, 12:31 PM
Oh? I live a few hours from Alexander Springs and LOVE swimming there. Do let us know when this is happening!

Definitely!! Hopefully by this summer I should have it but you never know of course.


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Ariel-Starfish
01-27-2016, 02:30 PM
it's more that she posts the same thing over and over again. No one's gonna fault her for being excited for her tail or having questions. Ariel sometimes struggles with obsessiveness and she's been working really hard on it. People try to help her keep it in check because in the past it's escalated really bad. But she's been working really hard this time around. It's just hard when you get to that last little bit ;)

It's weird reading this about yourself but you are right. :)
It's because of my Autism and being obsessive over some stuff ( READ: OVERTHINKING / WORRYING) is a part of that.

I'm doing my best for now and I know what the status of my tail order is so I'm chill! ^_^

Thanks all for the kind words and support! :group hug:

Ariel-Starfish
01-27-2016, 02:34 PM
I agree. Ariel did A TON of progress since then.

You're almost there. Your tail will be with you before you know it :)

Awh! :hug:

AniaR
01-27-2016, 03:01 PM
:thumbs-up:

Marlin
01-27-2016, 06:30 PM
@ Lorelei and FrozenButterflyWings:

We are starting to gather and gauge interest for another Florida Pod meet in the same old thread as last year- we'd love to have your opinions. :D

Let us know here: Florida-meet-up (http://mernetwork.com/index/showthread.php?9640-Florida-meet-up)

Mermaid Lily_Pad
01-27-2016, 08:31 PM
Eek! I want to come!

LouLouBelle
01-28-2016, 05:33 AM
Ariel - your tail looks like it's gonna be absolutely gorgeous. I'll bet the last little stretch of waiting probably feels like the longest!

I can't help but get jealous when I read threads like this - I wish I lived somewhere with springs and warm weather!


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frozenbutterflywings
01-28-2016, 10:16 AM
@ Lorelei and FrozenButterflyWings:

We are starting to gather and gauge interest for another Florida Pod meet in the same old thread as last year- we'd love to have your opinions. :D

Let us know here: Florida-meet-up (http://mernetwork.com/index/showthread.php?9640-Florida-meet-up)

I subscribed to the post so I'll def look into it. I just wish I had my tail :/


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Ariel-Starfish
01-28-2016, 12:03 PM
Ariel - your tail looks like it's gonna be absolutely gorgeous. I'll bet the last little stretch of waiting probably feels like the longest!

I can't help but get jealous when I read threads like this - I wish I lived somewhere with springs and warm weather!


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Thank you!! And yeah I wish I lived somwhere in Florida instead of the cold and rainy Belgium. :p

Merman Arion
01-28-2016, 12:24 PM
By the way, Ariel, you already lost the challenge ;)

Good thing it wasn't a bet. LOL :lol:

Ariel-Starfish
01-28-2016, 01:17 PM
U never told me u exept my offer or not :p AND I'm not posting about the same things ,just answering. :grin: lol hehe

Ashton
01-28-2016, 01:46 PM
You all should come out our California meetup (cuz you know... across the country isn't THAT far away lol)

Kait
01-29-2016, 06:00 AM
Other side of the world for me! Gaaaahhh :(


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Felicia
02-05-2016, 01:12 AM
I heard from raven a few days back! Nothing crazy, just a question about the detailing on my top but still rather exciting!

Mer-Crazy
02-05-2016, 02:01 AM
Have to admit, I'm getting a little jumpy. The last proper update I got was a sketch back in JUNE last year. The next lot was (hopefully) going to be the last and then my tail can get started. And, at this point i'm about ready to take whatever I get, regardless of whether it's perfect or not because I'm afraid of waiting another 9 months for another sketch. MerQuest is this year in November and I will be devastated if I can't take my new Merbella tail :(

Sitre Seer Moroaica
02-05-2016, 04:52 AM
I hope you get a message back from Raven soon Mer-Crazy!
I'm surprised you have received anything after that :/

Ariel-Starfish
02-05-2016, 07:03 AM
Have to admit, I'm getting a little jumpy. The last proper update I got was a sketch back in JUNE last year. The next lot was (hopefully) going to be the last and then my tail can get started. And, at this point i'm about ready to take whatever I get, regardless of whether it's perfect or not because I'm afraid of waiting another 9 months for another sketch. MerQuest is this year in November and I will be devastated if I can't take my new Merbella tail :(


Wow.

AniaR
02-05-2016, 07:58 AM
I know there's been a few people taking up a lot of time. Hopefully soon. Doesn't hurt to send a reminder email.

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LouLouBelle
02-05-2016, 12:16 PM
I can understand why you'd feel like accepting anything, but I'd strongly recommend making sure you're happy with it. You've already waited an age, it would be such a shame if it wasn't quite as you wanted after all that. I really hope you do get in before November!

I can imagine Raven must feel the strain with such a long wait time. I'm new to tail making but not so new to watercolour painting, and I know only too well that something can end up taking a lot longer than you had thought, and it's really stressful when you've got someone waiting for it. All of the Merbella tails look stunning - I can't wait to see everyone's tails when they do get them!


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Moongazer
02-05-2016, 02:01 PM
Can I ask how most of you got a spot? I know she posts (rarely) on fb when a spot opens, so I'm just curious since it seems like a lot of you are waiting on tails. If this is rude, let me know, I'm not the best at text speak.

Mer-Crazy
02-05-2016, 03:03 PM
I got a spot this time round because I was an existing client. The first time... I think was either dumb luck or exceptionally good timing. I had actually been emailing the old address for 2 weeks and clueless me didn't realise why I wasn't getting a reply so i sent them a message on fb and got a reply almost instantly. I pretty much placed my order that night.


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frozenbutterflywings
02-05-2016, 03:26 PM
I was talking to them about ordering and then said I was ready to order after all my questions were answered and they said they would take my order. First time customer :D I'm super excited


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Ashton
02-05-2016, 03:50 PM
I know she is super busy 100% of the time, but does Raven ever do conventions/expos ?

PetLoverSpy
02-05-2016, 05:53 PM
(Can't believe I haven't posted about this yet) I got a spot at the end of last year just by emailing them. It may be luck, but I think it might've helped that I described in great detail what I wanted (although I did not have a design, just a color scheme) and I attached like fifteen inspiration pics. Basically sent them an essay xP So I don't know if it increases chances to put a lot of effort into that first email and read their 'how to order' a dozen times, but I'd definitely recommend it!

Spindrift
02-05-2016, 06:51 PM
I know she is super busy 100% of the time, but does Raven ever do conventions/expos ?

I met her at the first Florida mer-convention a few years back (2010?)

AniaR
02-05-2016, 06:53 PM
She doesn't do cons anymore

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Hydra1337
02-07-2016, 07:11 PM
I believe it with how swamped she seems to get with tail making. Not that being swamped is a necessarily bad thing.

frozenbutterflywings
02-07-2016, 07:39 PM
I offered if she wanted any Disney comp tickets to just take a day to herself or with Tyler to relax and have fun lol


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Sitre Seer Moroaica
02-08-2016, 03:53 AM
I sent an email asking if she had a spot. I did everything her FAQ told me to do when 'sending a ready to order' email. I also included a very detailed drawing on the Mermaid tail that I wanted that my friend digitalized. I was definitely lucky in getting a spot.

Little_Orca
02-08-2016, 09:42 PM
Can I ask how most of you got a spot? I know she posts (rarely) on fb when a spot opens, so I'm just curious since it seems like a lot of you are waiting on tails. If this is rude, let me know, I'm not the best at text speak.

I got my spot with Raven a long time ago. I mentioned that I wanted to get married in a mermaid tail and I thought her work would be perfect for that day. She was touched and told me that whenever I was ready to contact her. I did a year ago and I'm patiently waiting and excited.

AniaR
02-08-2016, 10:12 PM
Oh man I suck I totally forgot about your tail!!!

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Little_Orca
02-09-2016, 12:25 AM
Oh man I suck I totally forgot about your tail!!!

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Whose tail?

Who's tail? ... Whom's tail?... Whomaloomasoosoo's tail?

*Searches her grammar book.*

I'm pretty sure that last one is correct...

Vrindavana Starfish
02-09-2016, 11:59 AM
That last one is definitely correct. :)

(says the girl with an MA in English, so you know I'm right :P )

Little_Orca
02-09-2016, 01:13 PM
Tee Hee.

Mer-Crazy
02-10-2016, 12:13 AM
*Whispers* Psst. Everyone. Just a tiny little update but Raven said she started work on my tail today ^_^

Kait
02-10-2016, 12:57 AM
Woooohoooooo that's so exciting [emoji2][emoji2][emoji2][emoji2]


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Little_Orca
02-10-2016, 01:17 AM
My one year mark is today. :)

Ariel-Starfish
02-10-2016, 10:45 AM
Great news everyone!

Ashton
02-10-2016, 10:53 AM
snazzy!

AniaR
02-10-2016, 11:17 AM
I checked in with her last night and she said she has a bunch of updates ready to go and she's also prepping for the Weeki 2017 calendar shoot (they shoot between now and end of May, we lent our 3 tails last year for it) so hopefully people should start hearing things soon :)

Felicia
02-10-2016, 12:10 PM
Raven sent me a message today!!! My tail is basically finished and once it dries she will send pictures! Not gunna lie, I'll probably cry like a baby from joy once it's here!

PetLoverSpy
02-10-2016, 01:54 PM
Felicia that's awesome! Unboxing video please? *puppy eyes*

I just received my first sketch so I am absolutely HYPED!! I'm almost scared to make note of any tweaks I want — her art is so beautiful! I thought she just whipped everything up in a program (which would still be brilliant), but it looks like watercolors? Either way it's gorgeous

AniaR
02-10-2016, 02:00 PM
Raven does her sketches by hand

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Ariel-Starfish
02-10-2016, 02:07 PM
Raven sent me a message today!!! My tail is basically finished and once it dries she will send pictures! Not gunna lie, I'll probably cry like a baby from joy once it's here!


Omg yay!! :hail:

Mermaid Alea
02-10-2016, 02:13 PM
That is really cool that she hand sketches the design. :) I am really excited for you all getting your tails or seeing progress photos! I am also excited about the 2017 Weeki Wachee calendar. Right now my phone's lock screen is the 2016 calendar cover. I showed the photo to my friend and she really loved the Merbella tails.

PetLoverSpy
02-10-2016, 02:20 PM
They're absolutely gorgeous — the effort she puts into it is amazing.


That is really cool that she hand sketches the design. :) I am really excited for you all getting your tails or seeing progress photos! I am also excited about the 2017 Weeki Wachee calendar. Right now my phone's lock screen is the 2016 calendar cover. I showed the photo to my friend and she really loved the Merbella tails.

How did I not know about these? Now I know what to propose for the next household calendar :p

Felicia
02-10-2016, 02:22 PM
Felicia that's awesome! Unboxing video please? *puppy eyes*

I plan to make one, as long as I can find my camera that is lol

Kait
02-10-2016, 04:31 PM
Yay for everyone having progress! Fins crossed I get an update to :yay:

Mer-Crazy
02-11-2016, 03:17 PM
So out of curiosity what have people's production times been recently? Not wait times, but the time from when Raven said were starting your tail to the time she says its posted (or those close to being finished how long that took)? I'm not being impatient I promise I'm just curious as to kind of how long it takes her to actually make a tail (I know it varies greatly because of a number of factors) but I still think the numbers would be interesting.


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Felicia
02-11-2016, 03:42 PM
My production time so far has been just over 8 months

Ashton
02-11-2016, 11:09 PM
i assume what take the most time is the elaborate paint job. she is amazing and amazing work takes time.

Kait
02-11-2016, 11:12 PM
i assume what take the most time is the elaborate paint job. she is amazing and amazing work takes time.

I know, I'm always amazed :swoon: she is 100% worth the wait and production time!!!!

AniaR
02-11-2016, 11:22 PM
I think what happens too for all tails makers if they tell you they're starting but then something happens and they cant and it gets delayed. I know she started Tia Michelle a few times and various things transpired that prevented her from getting very far (needing to order new gear etc specific to her tail) I know they had to stop things and overhaul their workspace fo ventilation as well and that stopped things for a bit. I know Raven just like many others hesitate to tell people they've started until they actually get a good chunk done lol that way no one feels let down.

Mermaid Alea
02-12-2016, 12:09 AM
That makes sense. Working with other people can definitely cause setbacks.

Felicia
02-12-2016, 01:12 AM
I got pictures today *heavy breathing* o.O I'd post them but I unfortunately can't resize them on my iPad

Little_Orca
02-12-2016, 03:14 AM
https://scontent.fsnc1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/t31.0-8/12716242_10208614537740533_4946433387302396165_o.j pg

Is this your tail, Felicia? At first I thought it might be Ariel's, but the stripes are the wrong color, so I am guessing yours? :)

Mer-Crazy
02-12-2016, 03:22 AM
Yeah I saw that too and figured it was Felecia's :)

Little_Orca
02-12-2016, 03:27 AM
Yup, I see her happy squealing in the comments. *Giggle* Congrats, deary!

LouLouBelle
02-12-2016, 05:07 AM
I think I'm in love with those colours... and the fins.


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Mer-Crazy
02-12-2016, 05:08 AM
I love the spines on the dorsal. They're so wicked.


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Luna Dreamtide
02-12-2016, 05:42 AM
That's beautiful! I love the colour scheme!

Little_Orca
02-12-2016, 07:19 AM
Some of my colors are similar with additional ones. Now I'm just excited to see those later.

Felicia
02-12-2016, 09:32 AM
Yep, thats my baby! I also have a headdress, top and necklace that match it!

Mermaid Coralia
02-12-2016, 09:43 AM
Oh my god felicia, you must be one happy mer! I fricken love your tail. I can't wait to see all the pieces together!:swoon::drool::fallover:

Felicia
02-12-2016, 09:56 AM
I'm freaking out to be honest! I should have it in a few weeks, ravens holding on to it just a little longer to do some wonderful stuff with it, but once its here I'll do a video and a butt load of pictures of it all together! Side note: Totally worth a year and a half wait and I'd definitely do it again!

Sherielle
02-12-2016, 10:33 AM
OMG Felicia!!! It's gorgeous!!

Ashton
02-12-2016, 12:45 PM
https://scontent.fsnc1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/t31.0-8/12716242_10208614537740533_4946433387302396165_o.j pg

Is this your tail, Felicia? At first I thought it might be Ariel's, but the stripes are the wrong color, so I am guessing yours? :)

You can barely see that seam line! she does such great work! I am interested in the blended waist line!

Mermaid Alea
02-12-2016, 01:06 PM
It is good to see an example of the Merbella scales again. That tail is so very beautiful I love the markings, fin design, everything! Congrats Felicia it certainly was worth the wait! :D

Hydra1337
02-12-2016, 01:36 PM
I swear her tails can come to life and swim away on their own. She seriously does some beautiful work and is a huge inspiration for me whenever I draw mermaid/mermen tails.

Felicia
02-12-2016, 01:52 PM
You can barely see that seam line! she does such great work! I am interested in the blended waist line!

Right?! The seam looks to be almost invisible! And the waist... Hnnnngggg... As I've said before, I'm seriously in awe!

Mermaid Enora
02-12-2016, 02:55 PM
Felicia that tail is unbelievably gorgeous!!!!!!

Felicia
02-12-2016, 03:28 PM
Felicia that tail is unbelievably gorgeous!!!!!!

Thanks! Raven is an amazing artist, I gave her free reign over the design and she just blew it out of the water!

PetLoverSpy
02-12-2016, 04:25 PM
Felicia your tail is fricking gorgeous!! Those fins are to die for :jawdrop:

Felicia
02-12-2016, 04:43 PM
*blushes* you guys are too sweet!

Luna Dreamtide
02-12-2016, 06:38 PM
I love that you got the Merbella scales. I love them, there isn't enough tails with them! :)

Mer-Crazy
02-12-2016, 06:50 PM
I love that you got the Merbella scales. I love them, there isn't enough tails with them! :)

Mostly because they're a bit more delicate. I know that from a distance the merbella scales really make colours pop though.


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Felicia
02-12-2016, 06:54 PM
I love that you got the Merbella scales. I love them, there isn't enough tails with them! :)

I love them! I was a bit concerned about them being too delicate for my pretty rough lifestyle but I just couldn't pass on them! They're so pretty and have a very badass look to them and that's kinda my thing lol

AniaR
02-12-2016, 06:58 PM
I believe she redid her molds for that exact reason to make them better so you should be fine :)

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Felicia
02-12-2016, 07:11 PM
I believe she redid her molds for that exact reason to make them better so you should be fine :)

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Thats good to know, thank you!

Little_Orca
02-12-2016, 08:18 PM
I love them! I was a bit concerned about them being too delicate for my pretty rough lifestyle but I just couldn't pass on them! They're so pretty and have a very badass look to them and that's kinda my thing lol

I was looking into getting them with my tail, but I did not want to tear my tail. XD I do love them though.

Sitre Seer Moroaica
02-12-2016, 08:53 PM
Wah!!!! So many updates getting sent and that new tail Felicia!!!! It's absolutely Gorgeous and those colors! *.*
I'm so happy for everyone who is receiving their updates and tails :D

Sitre Seer Moroaica
02-12-2016, 08:59 PM
Just doubled checked my email to see if I got an update with all this excitement and sadly nothing has come through.

Little_Orca
02-12-2016, 09:01 PM
Just doubled checked my email to see if I got an update with all this excitement and sadly nothing has come through.

Hah. I know, I have been looking through mine, too. I ordered mine shortly after Ariel and Felicia, so I am both excited and anxious, the telling myself to be patient.

Mermaid Marius
02-12-2016, 11:48 PM
I'm going to pass out from how gorgeous that tail is, my god. The colors pop so brightly, it's going to look so great in water

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Mermaid Wesley
02-13-2016, 01:58 AM
Love


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Ariel-Starfish
02-13-2016, 03:19 AM
I'm freaking out to be honest! I should have it in a few weeks, ravens holding on to it just a little longer to do some wonderful stuff with it, but once its here I'll do a video and a butt load of pictures of it all together! Side note: Totally worth a year and a half wait and I'd definitely do it again!



I am so freakin happy for you!!! The tail looks stunning!! :swoon: What kind of top did u chose to match? ^^