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Mermaid Sirenia
06-13-2014, 10:35 AM
Hi Martha! Welcome to mernetwork!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Mermaid Martha
06-13-2014, 10:42 AM
Thank you! :)

Kishiko
06-13-2014, 10:47 AM
Welcome! Have you had another tail before? (:

Mermaid Martha
06-13-2014, 10:56 AM
Hello! No I haven't. I am well practised with a monofin but I have never has a tail. This is mainly due to not being able to use one in any of my local pools and I'm not close to swimmable coastal areas. I do freedive when i can though x

AniaR
06-13-2014, 11:14 AM
Im so excited for all of you mermaids getting your new lovely tails!

PearlieMae
06-13-2014, 12:41 PM
That means yours is moving up the list!

Mermaid Sirenia
06-13-2014, 01:17 PM
More coats will be painted on mine today! They said the deep emeralds will be put on today!:)


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Merman Arion
06-13-2014, 01:47 PM
I just came back home. So tired... Carrying a heavy box all afternoon is a work out.

http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j351/sdtgifshop/exhausted/7.gif

I'm working on editing my unboxing video now :)

Mermaid Martha
06-13-2014, 01:47 PM
I'm very excited to see your tail! Love green tails
And yay an unboxing video :)

Ayla of Duluth
06-13-2014, 02:03 PM
I wonder how far back in the production list I am. I've only paid off a little over half of the tail, so I really need to get moving on getting the rest of the money to them before they start on my tail. :money:

Mermaid Cascada
06-13-2014, 04:56 PM
Yeshhhhhhhhh!!!!

Meilyn
06-13-2014, 05:12 PM
Random question, how does finfolk keep their painting tables so clean? Whenever I see mertailor or merbellas tables, they're covered in layers of paint, but Finfolk always has a sparkling white table for their tails to be painted on. Are they wizards? :P


From my understanding, they're at least level 90 mages with help from a cleric and a fairy.

Lol, paint remover :) the tables that they use look like it's made of hard plastic so (assuming) it should be easy to just paint remove it? :D

I got an update saying that my tail should be started by next week but since I'm doing the individual scaling... And a ton of everything except pelvic and dorsal fins, it'll take a lot longer than regular tails :/
Because I did what I was told not to, I must push back scheduled shoot dates... But June over here in my part of the world has been really cool and cold lately so I hope summer here lasts longer into the year. When it comes.

Merman Arion
06-13-2014, 06:03 PM
Just passing by letting everyone here that I'm almost done editing my unboxing video :)

The reason why it's taking so long is because I'm translating most of the French talk to English so that every mer here can understand what is going on

Aziara
06-13-2014, 06:08 PM
From my understanding, they're at least level 90 mages with help from a cleric and a fairy.

Lol, paint remover :) the tables that they use look like it's made of hard plastic so (assuming) it should be easy to just paint remove it? :D


I'm not disagreeing with you that there's definitely some sort of sorcery going on (I mean, seriously, those tails are just too gorgeous), but doesn't silicone not bond with anything? So I figure when they're done painting, they just wait for it to cure and peel it off the table... I guess.

Good grief, I can't wait to see that unboxing video, Arion!! :dance:

Meilyn
06-13-2014, 06:17 PM
I'm not disagreeing with you that there's definitely some sort of sorcery going on (I mean, seriously, those tails are just too gorgeous), but doesn't silicone not bond with anything? So I figure when they're done painting, they just wait for it to cure and peel it off the table... I guess.

Good grief, I can't wait to see that unboxing video, Arion!! :dance:


You're probably right since I read somewhere they mix their paint with silicone or something.
I don't know silicone but that makes sense!

And thank you for translating Arion! I can hardly speak English sometimes. All I know in French is SHOCK LE BLEU! Thanks to the movie Beauty and the Beast

Mermaid Sirenia
06-13-2014, 06:20 PM
Can't wait to see it Arion!!!!!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Mermaid Sirenia
06-13-2014, 06:21 PM
By the way, my latest update pic! The back is done minus the scale tipping (which will be done tomorrow!) and the front will be finished tomorrow!http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/14/tadu6e5y.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/14/y7urenam.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/14/ty5uzasy.jpg


~Mermaid Sirenia~

MerEmma
06-13-2014, 07:06 PM
The darker color on the fluke looks gorgeous! <3

Ayla of Duluth
06-13-2014, 07:16 PM
Oh yeah. Definitely looks like they peeled up some silicone in those last few pics. Definitely a handy way to clean up. And that tail is gorgeous! I love the darker color on it.

Mermaid Galene
06-13-2014, 08:20 PM
Gorgeous, Savannah! I love those colors.

Merman Arion
06-13-2014, 08:54 PM
Bad news girls :cry:

After 5 hours of editing with a free program that turns out to be payable, I will get banner advertisements all along the video, right at the middle and I just can't accept that...So all my hard work has been for nothing, I will have to start all over tomorrow. I can't right now because it's 3 am in Paris and I'm very very tired.

So bear with me and be patient, I will make a new one soon enough.

While waiting, here is a sneak peek. I know it's not much, I'm really sorry :(

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MerEmma
06-13-2014, 09:31 PM
Not your fault! Totally understandable; we can wait. Your tail looks AMAZING! Sleep well! :D

Mermaid Sirenia
06-13-2014, 09:55 PM
Arion no worries! I'm just happy to see your tail is finally in your hands!!! It's an amazing tail!!!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Ayla of Duluth
06-13-2014, 10:02 PM
we can wait.
no we can't. :eye twitch:

MerEmma
06-13-2014, 10:57 PM
Hahaha, well, I can. I'm pretty patient annnnnnd timezones suck. :P

Mermaid Caspiana
06-13-2014, 11:03 PM
Aggggg! I wish I had the funds for their tails! They are so beautiful and realistic! I'm wondering, how much their average tail is? So I can compare and stuff for the future (probably a-ways in the future). ;)
OH, and Arion... can't wait for your unboxing video! I love those! And your tail looks beauteous! :)

Meilyn
06-14-2014, 12:01 AM
Aggggg! I wish I had the funds for their tails! They are so beautiful and realistic! I'm wondering, how much their average tail is? So I can compare and stuff for the future (probably a-ways in the future). ;)
OH, and Arion... can't wait for your unboxing video! I love those! And your tail looks beauteous! :)

https://www.facebook.com/notes/finfolk-productions/tail-design-and-pricing/214869158677030
https://www.facebook.com/notes/finfolk-productions/faq/214868598677086

:)
Tails start at 2,500 not including shipping and handling

Kishiko
06-14-2014, 01:20 AM
Lol I'm going to agree with Ayla XD

But I'm sorry your video didn't work ):

Mermaid Amelia
06-14-2014, 01:41 AM
Wow those ladies are hard working! I just got a message from them which is like 2am their time. They have been making and perfecting a stencil for my tail as it's going to be a little different. I can't wait to see a picture when it has a few layers of paint and then I can show all of you too!


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Meilyn
06-14-2014, 02:47 AM
Wow those ladies are hard working! I just got a message from them which is like 2am their time. They have been making and perfecting a stencil for my tail as it's going to be a little different. I can't wait to see a picture when it has a few layers of paint and then I can show all of you too!


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So I averaged out everything in terms of costs because I'm Asian... And they actually don't make as much from making tails as you would think they do after taking into account the prices and time it takes to make everything...
I think we all should like, make them gift baskets for their dedication on each of our tails. Everyone keeps coming out as amazing and groundbreaking as the last. They work so hard on every tail and it shows so beautifully in craftsmanship.

I can't wait to see your new addition of a stencil right now :D

Merman Arion
06-14-2014, 05:30 AM
Finally, after some struggling, the unboxing video is ready :)

Enjoy it, guys. I hope you will like it.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ldiZxmUl5ok&amp;feature=youtu.be

Mermaid Isabel(:
06-14-2014, 07:28 AM
Wow your tail is absolutely stunning I'm so glad that you finally have your lovely dream tail and I enjoyed listening to you both talk, make me want to go to France! Haha :)

*Celine*
06-14-2014, 08:14 AM
OMG, I'm so happy for you Arion! The tail looks AMAAAAAZING! You're going to be a very handsome merman :-) hope to ever swim with you!

Kishiko
06-14-2014, 08:43 AM
Lovely tail!!! I'm so happy for you! Enjoy it (: x

AniaR
06-14-2014, 08:46 AM
Congrats!!! So happy for you

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Echidna
06-14-2014, 08:51 AM
That's a gorgeous tail.
You should make a mercouple with Claire, you'd be showstoppers.

Mermaid Galene
06-14-2014, 09:22 AM
Thanks for sharing your exciting moment with us, Arion! When the tail first came out of the bag, it was so realistic, I expected it to start flopping around on the floor. It's a perfectly stunning merman tail. Enjoy!

MerEmma
06-14-2014, 09:50 AM
So awesome!! Congratulations! Make sure to get pictures when you get it on :D

Mermaid Cascada
06-14-2014, 10:28 AM
Yaaaay! I'm so excited for you Arion! I did not realize how big that fluke was until you put your hands by it. That fluke is huge! Congratulations!

PearlieMae
06-14-2014, 11:34 AM
Wow! I'm so happy for you! You are going to look amazing in that gorgeous tail!

Mermaid Sirenia
06-14-2014, 11:40 AM
WOW Arion! That tail is amazing!!! It suits you very well! I can't wait to see it on!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

AniaR
06-14-2014, 12:01 PM
Frenchy youre just so cute and I was so proud of myself for following along with my french!

Mermaid Wesley
06-14-2014, 12:02 PM
That was great and you two are adorable. Congrats!!!


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Mermaid Jessica Pearl
06-14-2014, 12:08 PM
I could listen to you two talk all day! Hahaha. Wonderful video.

Mermaid Aalayah
06-14-2014, 12:42 PM
That tail looks amazing Arion, I can't wait to see you in it!

Pascal21M
06-14-2014, 12:45 PM
Amazing tail

Jadestone
06-14-2014, 03:31 PM
ARION YOU GOT YOUR TAIL!! Ahhhh congrats!

And I lost track of the names while going through the thread, but the other two tails some lovely mermaids have posted were also beautiful!! Can't wait to see everyone in them :)

merman475
06-14-2014, 04:18 PM
Frenchy, glad you got your tail! Congratulations!

Kamanaka
06-14-2014, 04:57 PM
Arion, wow a photo did not do that justice!! Its blooming gorgeous! Congratulations :-)

Mermaid Lorelei
06-14-2014, 09:30 PM
Congratulations Arion!!

Mermaid Amelia
06-15-2014, 05:58 AM
I love your tail Arion, it looked amazing! I especially liked the dorsal.
I was interrupted while watching your video tho because the lovely ladies from FinFolk message me half way through!


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Mermaid Amelia
06-15-2014, 06:01 AM
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/15/my3a2u4e.jpg

I got a sneak peak of my tail! The white area is a really large stencil enabling then to paint my gold striping, can't wait to see it's progress and when it has more colour on it. I love the shaping of the stripes so far, I'm one excited mermaid!!


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Fifi Tigg
06-15-2014, 09:53 AM
Wow! It's going to be so beautiful Mermaid Amelia :)

Mermaid Sirenia
06-15-2014, 10:01 AM
Cannot wait to see it mermaid amelia!!!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Ariel-Starfish
06-15-2014, 11:37 AM
Finally, after some struggling, the unboxing video is ready :)

Enjoy it, guys. I hope you will like it.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ldiZxmUl5ok&amp;feature=youtu.be



AMAZING!!! i love the blue on the backside and the blended waistline! I'm really happy for u!! i hope with all my heart we could take a swim together once!

Mermaid Amelia
06-15-2014, 07:50 PM
I woke up to a nice surprise http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/16/mutaduhe.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/16/u8aja6ab.jpg

It's coming together now :)


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Mermaid Amelia
06-15-2014, 07:52 PM
Whoops posted the same pic twice, here's another one http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/16/4u6agu2a.jpg


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Mermaid Pickles
06-15-2014, 09:28 PM
Ohmymeerrrr! That's so pretty!

Mermaid Wesley
06-16-2014, 01:24 AM
That's fintastic!


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Fifi Tigg
06-16-2014, 02:32 AM
Eeeeek! :jawdrop: Soooo Beautiful! Lucky girl I cannot wait to take pictures this summer! :mermaid kiss: :swoon:

Mermaid Octavia
06-16-2014, 10:11 AM
WOOOOW! I love your stripes! I wonder if that's how they did mine? The stencil is ingenious!

Vicky Mermaid
06-17-2014, 02:53 PM
Wauw Everyone. Each tail is beautiful!!! Also nice to see another unboxing video. Please everyone keep 'm coming :)

Mermaid Jessica Pearl
06-18-2014, 12:03 AM
They are painting my whale shark spots today!

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Mermaid Amelia
06-18-2014, 07:59 AM
Can't wait to see more photos Jess ;)


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Lorelei
06-18-2014, 02:48 PM
Nearly two more hours until I go meet Abby and Bryn personally to get my measurements done and talk tail designs!! AHHHH!!!:dance: (I'm probably a lot more excited than I should be...)

Marlin
06-18-2014, 03:20 PM
@ Varasai-

I don't normally ask stuff like this, but I don't know what else to do:

Would you do me a favor and ask them about the refit/repairs on my tail? They haven't responded to my messages and I'm starting to get worried.

Mermaid Octavia
06-18-2014, 04:44 PM
@ Varasai-

I don't normally ask stuff like this, but I don't know what else to do:

Would you do me a favor and ask them about the refit/repairs on my tail? They haven't responded to my messages and I'm starting to get worried.

I would like to know as well! I need a portion of mine taken in.

Ayla of Duluth
06-18-2014, 05:06 PM
Nearly two more hours until I go meet Abby and Bryn personally to get my measurements done and talk tail designs!! AHHHH!!!:dance: (I'm probably a lot more excited than I should be...)

AH! I'm so excited for you! I'm going to meet them in person for measurements as well, I'm so happy I'm not the only one doing it, I kind of felt weird asking them because I haven't really heard of customers doing that unless they were good friends with the tail makers. Let me know how it goes!

Marlin
06-18-2014, 05:31 PM
@ Octavia

I sent mine in back in mid-April and I still haven't gotten it back. It might be a while.

Merman Arion
06-18-2014, 06:04 PM
I say it's about time they do something. Marlin should have his tail back for Summer! That's not normal!

Lorelei
06-18-2014, 06:38 PM
Sorry Marlin and Octavia, I didn't see your message until now :( Just message them again, I know there's a few times they didnt answer me for a while and when I sent a follow up they had honestly just forgotten to write me back. They only just now got a few of the studio assistants back and are starting to get back on track from being a bit behind in May.

Ayla, I felt a bit ackward about it too, but I honestly worried for nothing :) They were SO sweet and even talked about how they wish everyone could come in to get measurements done personally and talk because it just makes things so much easier them. I do not regret going to them at all, it was cool to see the studio and know personally who is making my dream come true haha :) You're going to love it!
I got to see a few peoples tails who are on here and let me just say, they are looking BEAUTIFUL! ;D

Starfrit
06-19-2014, 11:38 PM
Arion, your tail is gorgeous, congratulations! <3 I absolutely adore that dorsal fin!

Honestly, I'm starting to really fall in love with Finfolk's tails; I always figured that if I ever got myself a silicone tail in a few years' time that it would be a Merbellas tail, but I genuinely think Finfolk is now at the top of my list if I ever do decide to order one! (The design I'd want costs about the same from either maker anyway-- excluding shipping-- just the Finfolk would be ~$25 cheaper.)

Blaze
06-21-2014, 07:15 PM
I've been trying to get a reply from the girls for a few weeks now; I know they are super busy but even though they said FB is the best way to contact and still are posting all the time my messages are unread. Suggestions? I've even posted to the page too. :(

Mermaid Sirenia
06-21-2014, 08:42 PM
Blaze currently because of them being so busy their number one priority is talking to their current customers. They are trying their best but it might take some time


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Meilyn
06-21-2014, 08:42 PM
I've been trying to get a reply from the girls for a few weeks now; I know they are super busy but even though they said FB is the best way to contact and still are posting all the time my messages are unread. Suggestions? I've even posted to the page too. :(


It'll take a while :/ I think we're all trying to message them and the new Facebook pages (for me at least) seem to make it harder to see/reply back to messages. They told me my tail should get started this week last week and I haven't heard back from them as well on any updates or anything. I really wanna send them coffee for moral support lol, but I dunno.

If you read the comments on their posts, even though it states almost everything in their faqs and its super easy to find, regular people seem to have no common sense and still ask questions without researching which have been answered numerous times all around. I'm guessing they're also flooded with questions like so as well :/

Mermaid Lily_Pad
06-21-2014, 08:55 PM
Okay, playing the devils advocate here for all the people who don't jump to reading the faqs section of designers websites. I am new to the mer world. When I first learned about the tails (a few weeks ago), the first thing I wanted to do was talk to someone about it. (this was before I found this board BTW) It was kind of like...being Alice in wonderland with a little cake that says "eat me" on it. You have some idea that the end results are going to be mind boggaling, but before you invest your heart and soul, and a lot of money into it, you want to talk to the baker and find out what the heck the deal is. LOL It is sort of an assurance that this is real and not some scam or something. I personally reached out to a few, I think I even spoke to Raven, and possibly the folks from FinFolk as well. I also found you guys and that has been a big BIG help. Maybe the tailmakers should have a link to this website on their FB pages or websites so people can see they are not alone with their concerns and questions. That might help people to understand the process a bit better. I stumbled upon Mernetwork by accident when looking for other tail designer sites. It has been a HUGE help and a lot of encouragement. This site has really been awesome for my mer-education hehehe. :)

Meilyn
06-21-2014, 10:57 PM
Okay, playing the devils advocate here for all the people who don't jump to reading the faqs section of designers websites. I am new to the mer world. When I first learned about the tails (a few weeks ago), the first thing I wanted to do was talk to someone about it. (this was before I found this board BTW) It was kind of like...being Alice in wonderland with a little cake that says "eat me" on it. You have some idea that the end results are going to be mind boggaling, but before you invest your heart and soul, and a lot of money into it, you want to talk to the baker and find out what the heck the deal is. LOL It is sort of an assurance that this is real and not some scam or something. I personally reached out to a few, I think I even spoke to Raven, and possibly the folks from FinFolk as well. I also found you guys and that has been a big BIG help. Maybe the tailmakers should have a link to this website on their FB pages or websites so people can see they are not alone with their concerns and questions. That might help people to understand the process a bit better. I stumbled upon Mernetwork by accident when looking for other tail designer sites. It has been a HUGE help and a lot of encouragement. This site has really been awesome for my mer-education hehehe. :)


They don't have a website yet. Since they've started up, they seem too busy with the flood of orders coming in to create one. Facebook is all there is sometimes. It's not a scam, they're really sweet girls, they've just blown up quickly their work is extraordinaire to say the least. In a sense, it's like we're each taking a little bit of their summer and they truly do work very hard from all I've seen and read. Plus Facebook isn't making it any easier to get to the messages or even see them since they've switched over.

I guess I'll always defend them cause they've been really patient and kind to me throughout this process. These things aren't easy to make and the work that comes from them speaks for itself each and every time I see them post up a new tail.

Meilyn
06-22-2014, 01:09 AM
Maybe I'm just too cynical for my own good as my friends would tell me...

Merman Arion
06-22-2014, 01:25 AM
FYI to all mermaids and mermen here :)

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Meilyn
06-22-2014, 02:24 AM
I saw that too! So glad I ordered in Feb!

Fifi Tigg
06-22-2014, 04:30 AM
No scam Fablecat, my daughter has a beautifully made tail from the girls and they were perfect through the whole process :mermaid kiss:

Blaze
06-22-2014, 09:29 AM
Heh I got a reply shortly after posting. ;) I'd been already talking with them for a while but just couldn't get ahold of them this time which is why I was worried.

Theobromine
06-22-2014, 01:32 PM
No scam Fablecat, my daughter has a beautifully made tail from the girls and they were perfect through the whole process :mermaid kiss:

As do I :) The girls were very lovely and helpful when I ordered mine, and even helped me do my measurements over Skype when I expressed concern about doing them wrong. I also met them in person last summer when I went to the Minnesota Renaissance Festival where they work, and got to see a lot of their other tails on display! I know they're a LOT busier with tailmaking now than when I ordered (I ordered mine through their Kickstarter so it was essentially the first of their "new" line, with the new scales and fins and everything), so it takes them a lot more time to respond to everyone now, but I do know they care a lot about helping out all their customers as much as possible. And I think they've had their website in the works for a long time, we even talked about it last summer when I saw them, but I think they've just been so slammed with orders since then they haven't had enough time to devote to getting the website done for a while. And as much as I'd love to see their website, if you think about it, they're so popular now that they don't even really need one!

Marlin
06-22-2014, 02:34 PM
I'd also like to chime in on this too... The Twins have been nothing but friendly and helpful. I know I've been groaning a little (a lot) about waiting for my tail to come back to me, but I understand that it's just that they've run a little behind with all the business they've been getting.

Mermaid Lily_Pad
06-22-2014, 03:50 PM
Oh it's not that I think they are scammers! No no no, I am just giving a general idea of what someone new "might" be thinking when they first find all of this. It can be a tad overwhelming and a lot of money and these days it is rare to buy something that costs "that much" without ever actually seeing the product. Ya know? it can be intimidating it and it helps to reassure a person to know there is someone live on the receiving of all your money to connect with. I hope that makes sense?

Ayla of Duluth
06-22-2014, 04:32 PM
I wonder how far down on the production list I am. I placed an order in febuary or march, but I only paid a little over half of what the tail will cost. I just wanted to guarantee myself a spot in the line. I still have just over 1k to pay off, so I'm mostly worried about getting that to them before they finish my tail so that they don't have to be stuck with a tail that hasn't been fully paid for.

Marlin
06-22-2014, 04:55 PM
@ Fablecat- It's a very trust oriented business. "Good" tailmakers; (Merbellas, Finfolk, MVD, Ect..) make a name and a reputation for themselves as trust worthy and it shows in their respective fanbases. Mernetwork does a good job of policing scam artists and keeping an eye out for each other by flagging companies that fail to return. You can see this with what happened to Fishbutts. She did well for a while, then started taking orders and not returning tails.

It really all boils down to a matter of trust. The Twins have been really nice and are just having a little trouble keeping up with the number of orders they have been getting lately- and I'm happy to see their business going well for them. It won't be long until they figure out the new workload and balance everything out again.

Merman Arion
06-22-2014, 05:07 PM
I wonder how far down on the production list I am. I placed an order in febuary or march, but I only paid a little over half of what the tail will cost. I just wanted to guarantee myself a spot in the line. I still have just over 1k to pay off, so I'm mostly worried about getting that to them before they finish my tail so that they don't have to be stuck with a tail that hasn't been fully paid for.

You will be fine. At this moment, I didn't fully pay for my tail. The girls were so busy with their orders and they were already more than a week late for mine - deadline was 1st of June, they missed it because they were so swamped - that in the end, they immediately sent my tail to France without giving me the full bill first. I still have to pay $1750 for the tail and the shipping. Normally, they NEVER do that but they felt I was trustworthy. At this moment, I'm still waiting for my bill.
I do not want this to become a trend but since you met them (have you yet? I'm not sure), they will know you can be trusted and perhaps you can arrange something with them. I don't know, I'm just supposing. It's up to you to work something out with them, they are very nice girls and pretty much understanding.

Blaze
06-22-2014, 09:46 PM
I'm going to post a bunch of questions here so I don't bother the twins. :D

Does anyone know where I can see the difference between what the flukes look like in the 'fluke up' position with the Loreena fluke? Trying to decide if I want to get the competitor upgrade and that is one of the factors I need to see before making up my mind. :) I like how the competitor looks in the water but I don't know what they look like on land/air.

I'm curious as to how the paint job works. I remember a few people posting progress pics; do they send you pics and then tweak the paint until your happy?

Merman Arion
06-22-2014, 10:03 PM
I'm going to post a bunch of questions here so I don't bother the twins. :D

Does anyone know where I can see the difference between what the flukes look like in the 'fluke up' position with the Loreena fluke? Trying to decide if I want to get the competitor upgrade and that is one of the factors I need to see before making up my mind. :) I like how the competitor looks in the water but I don't know what they look like on land/air.

I'm curious as to how the paint job works. I remember a few people posting progress pics; do they send you pics and then tweak the paint until your happy?

I can help with that. Syrena has a competitor monofin in her Loreena fluke while Allie has a Trainer I think. I'm sending you some pictures to compare, sorry if it's heavy.

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I hope that helped. As for the progress pictures, when they did the painting of my tail, there have been some things that needed to be changed so I was honest and shared my thoughts. We discussed about it and in the end, we were really happy with the results. I'm glad I stood up because I know my tail would have been different otherwise. So do not hesitate to speak your mind if something is bothering you about the painting. Abby & Bryn want you to LOVE the tail, not just like it. They are ready to do what is necessary so you can be very happy with it. I had more pressure because I was oversea and now, it's just perfect. It took more time but I have no regrets :)

Blaze
06-22-2014, 10:20 PM
Thank you Arion, that helps a LOT! Is there a video of Allie swimming anywhere? I've seen Loreena's. :D

Merman Arion
06-22-2014, 10:28 PM
Thank you Arion, that helps a LOT! Is there a video of Allie swimming anywhere? I've seen Loreena's. :D

You meant Syrena's? ;)
I have seen the videos of Allie swimming in that tail because she sent them to me by private messages on Facebook. Unfortunately, I can't transfer them her without a proper link. I wish I could help you more though :(

Blaze
06-22-2014, 10:46 PM
LOL yes, Syrena's. :p I keep mixing up her name / the fluke name. ;D Sorry Syrena!

Perhaps I can pin Allie via Facebook & ask to see?

Mermaid Jessica Pearl
06-23-2014, 09:54 PM
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/24/4uguzyge.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/24/e8y7ydah.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/24/u3ajymub.jpg

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Mermaid Jessica Pearl
06-23-2014, 09:56 PM
Newest pics!

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Mermaid Wesley
06-23-2014, 10:03 PM
*u*


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Fifi Tigg
06-23-2014, 11:12 PM
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/24/4uguzyge.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/24/e8y7ydah.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/24/u3ajymub.jpg

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:jawdrop::drool::eyepop::dance::swoon::rainbow: :mermaid kiss:

Mermaid Galene
06-23-2014, 11:19 PM
Nice!

Mermaid Jessica Pearl
06-24-2014, 11:05 AM
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Blaze
06-24-2014, 11:14 AM
So preeeeeetty!

Mermaid Amelia
06-25-2014, 05:22 AM
Ok got an update on my tail: a picture of the back currently being worked on http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/25/esyhamu6.jpg


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Meilyn
06-25-2014, 05:44 AM
Ok got an update on my tail: a picture of the back currently being worked on http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/25/esyhamu6.jpg


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Sweet Cheesus... those colors are beautiful. And I love your design! Oh man, Perth is going to have a ball when you and Mermaid Jessica hit the waters again in those tails. I can't wait to see your pictures in the future. (I actively stalk both your pages)

Mermaid Amelia
06-25-2014, 06:08 AM
Haha neither can I! We will hopefully be filming each other's unboxing videos and doing a big photo shoot together when we eventually have them :D


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Ilyena
06-25-2014, 07:23 AM
Wow. such pretty colours :D Exciting!!!!

I wonder if they have a magnet to pick up all the pins if they fall XP

Mermaid Jessica Pearl
06-25-2014, 10:07 AM
Sweet Cheesus... those colors are beautiful. And I love your design! Oh man, Perth is going to have a ball when you and Mermaid Jessica hit the waters again in those tails. I can't wait to see your pictures in the future. (I actively stalk both your pages)
Thaaaaannnkkks Meilyn! Yaaaay Mermaid Stalking!

Mermaid Galene
06-25-2014, 10:22 AM
So exciting to see these tails being born! Makes me even happier that I'm on the production list. :-D

Blaze
06-25-2014, 11:18 AM
So exciting to see these tails being born! Makes me even happier that I'm on the production list. :-D

Same here!

Lorelei
06-25-2014, 02:36 PM
My god, the tails are coming along so beautifully! So excited for you Amelia and Jessica. :D

I found a video on youtube today of Abby and Bryn. So cute and I think I spy Jessica's tail ;D (maybe, not sure because they look bluer than the photos)

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

Mermaid Galene
06-25-2014, 03:02 PM
Fun! Are they twins?

Lorelei
06-25-2014, 03:17 PM
Fun! Are they twins?
Yup :)

Mermaid Sirenia
06-25-2014, 04:34 PM
Mine is finished! I can hardly breathe!!! I'm about to cry im so happy!http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/26/qyqy5uty.jpg


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Mermaid Sirenia
06-25-2014, 04:36 PM
And Varasai I think the first one in the video is mine because of the gold on the sides :)


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Lorelei
06-25-2014, 04:40 PM
And Varasai I think the first one in the video is mine because of the gold on the sides :)

~Mermaid Sirenia~

I think yours might've been the one they let me hold when I visited the studio to feel the weight of the monofin within the tail. Either way it is absolutely beautiful! So excited for you! :)

Mermaid Sirenia
06-25-2014, 04:56 PM
That's awesome! I'm jealous you got to hold my tail before me though ;) but I'm just so excited for when I finally have it in my hands!!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Blaze
06-25-2014, 05:12 PM
So gorgeous! I was wondering who's that was! :D

Mermaid Sirenia
06-25-2014, 06:03 PM
Thanks blaze! I'm so happy with it! I didn't even think of the color scheme being like emerald city until they pointed it out! I love it so much! By the way guys I finally got to putting up a fb page a little while ago!:) Facebook.com/mermaidsirenia


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Mermaid Jessica Pearl
06-25-2014, 11:42 PM
It's both of our tails in the video savannah! Mine is at the back and yours is at the front!

Mermaid Sirenia
06-26-2014, 06:48 AM
Yeah that's what I thought Jessica! :)


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Mermaid Jessica Pearl
06-26-2014, 09:53 AM
I think they must have done our base coats the same colour at the same time since we both wanted mint. Hence why they looked so similar at first. So they are sister tails! Born together! Painted from the same brush so to speak.

Merman Arion
06-26-2014, 04:15 PM
Tail storage in my studio :)

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Vicky Mermaid
06-26-2014, 06:08 PM
Did you already try it on Arion? It is so beautiful!

Blaze
06-27-2014, 08:36 AM
Tail storage in my studio :)

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Is it mounted to a separate board? I'm trying to figure out where I am going to store mine. :p

Blaze
06-27-2014, 02:44 PM
So... as of about an hour ago my tail is fully paid for!


http://www.groonk.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/tumblr_li3xgeidcQ1qz57mho1_250-1.gif


They are hoping to have my tail to me within a month!

Merman Arion
06-27-2014, 02:55 PM
Is it mounted to a separate board? I'm trying to figure out where I am going to store mine. :p

Nope. It's pretty much hanged to the wall :p

PearlieMae
06-27-2014, 03:08 PM
SO MANY BEAUTIFUL TAILS!!!!!!

Frenchie, did I miss your first swim video or are you just being a great big tail tease?

Merman Arion
06-27-2014, 03:15 PM
SO MANY BEAUTIFUL TAILS!!!!!!

Frenchie, did I miss your first swim video or are you just being a great big tail tease?

Neither :)

I have been sick a lot recently and I had to wait to make my tail storage before using my tail. So I can dry it properly. Without it, it would have been kind of messy and difficult. And now that I found a bag to carry my tail, I'm able to go to the public pools.

PearlieMae
06-27-2014, 03:17 PM
I CAN'T WAIT ANY MORE!

Feel better, hunny bunny!

Blaze
06-27-2014, 03:34 PM
Nope. It's pretty much hanged to the wall :p

What are the 'hooks' made from? I think I saw a tail storage thread somewhere but can't remember.

Merman Arion
06-27-2014, 03:42 PM
What are the 'hooks' made from? I think I saw a tail storage thread somewhere but can't remember.

http://mernetwork.com/index/showthread.php?1646-Tail-Drying/page2

Look at the bottom of page 2. Iona is telling how she did it with her tail. I did the exact same thing :)

Blaze
06-27-2014, 03:53 PM
http://mernetwork.com/index/showthread.php?1646-Tail-Drying/page2

Look at the bottom of page 2. Iona is telling how she did it with her tail. I did the exact same thing :)

Thank you! I was searching 'tail care' and was slogging through all the posts!

Meilyn
06-27-2014, 04:17 PM
Blaze, did you do a rush order?

Arion, green tea! :) without adding anything and eat lots of berries ^_^ I hope you get better soon :)

I got an update saying that they're working on my scales currently :D

Blaze
06-27-2014, 04:21 PM
Blaze, did you do a rush order?

Yes I did. :) I've been talking with them on and off for months now but finally hit the 'go' button and since I was in for a penny (well.. a LOT of them) & am working a cancer benefit for a dear friend in August I am hoping to have the tail for I opted for the rush.

Meilyn
06-27-2014, 04:39 PM
(;_ ; ) welp, that means my tail will have to be even longer possibly...

Blaze
06-27-2014, 04:45 PM
:sad eyes: Not sure what to say other than I'm sorry? I don't know how exactly they re-org with a rush.

Mermaid Crystal Shimmer
06-27-2014, 04:52 PM
Got news that they are working on my tail. I should get an update in about 2 or 3 weeks when they start painting. ^_^

lynsea
06-27-2014, 05:55 PM
Looks like they just posted the individual scales upgrade video on their facebook page. Definitely amazing work!

Meilyn
06-27-2014, 05:56 PM
Eeeeeeeeeee!!!

Check out Mermaid Lyriques video on the Finfolk page!!!
The individual scales!!! That's what I meant ages ago :D :D :D I'M SO EXCITED!!!
They said that they were working on my scales yesterday!!!!! YAY!! Oh my gawd, that tail close up!!! I wanna jump through the phone and touch it!!!

Meilyn
06-27-2014, 05:57 PM
I'm getting the upgrade too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AH!!!!!!!!

Meilyn
06-27-2014, 05:58 PM
Got news that they are working on my tail. I should get an update in about 2 or 3 weeks when they start painting. ^_^


Are you getting the upgrade too??!! :D

Mermaid Galene
06-27-2014, 06:49 PM
That means I'm moving slowly up the list! Yay! Gotta check out those individual scales...

OMG! Wiping the drool off my computer. Anybody know how much the individual scales upgrade costs???

Blaze
06-27-2014, 07:15 PM
I am curious how much the upgrade is too :)

Mermaid Wesley
06-27-2014, 08:05 PM
The upgrade is an additional 1000 according to the fb. Personally I don't like the way they bend up very much, but that's just me


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Meilyn
06-27-2014, 09:55 PM
Yeah, I was kinda hoping it would be in the mid hundreds instead of thousand... And oh my, they kept teasing me it felt like with Lyrique's tail lol. I caved a few months ago and went for the upgrade. It's so pricy but lovely!

I think mine will be the next/3rd tail they've made with the upgrade :3

Theobromine
06-27-2014, 10:20 PM
That upgrade looks amaaaazing. I got to see the original betta tail in person, and it looked cool on that one but I think Lyrique's looks even better! I'm trying hard not to be jealous. I still love my tail.

Arion, I hope you feel better soon! We're all dying to see pics of you in that tail, like srsly you have no idea. Also, I just did that same hook-hanging method! I'm going to add a couple extra hooks to help distribute the weight a bit more around the base of the fluke, though. I can post a pic if anyone's interested.

Merman Arion
06-27-2014, 10:58 PM
Well, it's soon 5 am in France, I can't sleep anymore and I'm still very sick. Stupid cough... Stupid diarrhea... Stupid me :cry:

I'm really upset at this moment because I feel I can't go out today. It's Gay Pride day in Paris and I wanted to show off my merman tail on a tank but it's likely not happening this year. I won't have the energy for it and beside, the weather won't be with us because it will be raining the entire afternoon. I don't think catching a cold too will be a smart move... Fortunately, I got myself an appointment with a doctor this coming Monday morning so hopefully, I will get better soon.

In the meantime, I apologize to everyone for letting you down. I know a lot of you are expecting to see me in my tail but this is not gonna happen for the time being. Thank you very much for the support though, I appreciate that.

Much mer-love to all of you :)

Mermaid Galene
06-27-2014, 11:39 PM
Arion, take care of yourself!

Mermaid Galene
06-27-2014, 11:41 PM
After my initial individual scales lust, I realized I wouldn't get $1000 more enjoyment of out of my tail. And I actually prefer the sleeker look of the original tailskin. Okay, then.

Ayla of Duluth
06-28-2014, 12:54 AM
Yeah, I was kinda hoping it would be in the mid hundreds instead of thousand... And oh my, they kept teasing me it felt like with Lyrique's tail lol. I caved a few months ago and went for the upgrade. It's so pricy but lovely!

I think mine will be the next/3rd tail they've made with the upgrade :3

I can understand why it's so expensive, I bet it takes HOURS for them to lay those scales down one by one, especially since it's to unique measurements and they have to make it look nice and even. I just sent them a message saying I'd like to add that upgrade to my order since I haven't heard from them about starting it yet. Now instead of owing them 1k, I owe them 2k, and I have to send them $100 just to get back to the 50% down payment total. :money:

leeloo
06-28-2014, 01:21 AM
Ay people, stop opting for the upgrade/rush orders, lol! I'm afraid my order is going to be pushed back too far... Although, honestly, I would love the upgrade too if I could afford it. I'm already making payments because I couldn't afford it all upfront and I don't think I could justify the extra $1,000. I get it though, it would take much longer to create a tail that way. I'm just too impatient! I was hoping to have a tail by the time I moved (in 2 weeks) as kind of a gift to myself. A few days ago they said my production time was looking like July/August but I don't know if they mean mid month, late month, etc. Plus I'm hoping it didn't get pushed back more with their upgrade announcement. Oh well, not much I can do but wait! I hope the time goes by quickly!

Theobromine
06-28-2014, 02:06 AM
Well, one shouldn't feel bad for not getting that upgrade, as cool as it looks. The original tailskin is still just as awesome. My tail was the first one with those scales (which I helped design) and it still looks amazing. I love my tail. Check out all the pics I got with Mermaid Iona last weekend (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.320174294798977.1073741834.206621792820895&type=3)

Theobromine
06-28-2014, 02:12 AM
Ok nuts, I didn't seem to be able to embed this video but here's a link to a quick clip (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=321480294668377&set=vb.206621792820895&type=2&theater)

Meilyn
06-28-2014, 02:40 AM
Mine's already gotten pushed back months from rush orders. I sure all of our tails have.

I made the decision months ago for the upgrade. I think the earlier you decide, the better it would be on everyone cause you're adding time by yourself for the upgrade.
I had the choice to rush order but I figured I didn't want to step on anyone's toes and I'd sit back and wait just like everyone else. I have more than enough to buy two fully upgraded tails but I honestly feel at this point, that would just be selfish taking up so much time for myself when everyone on here is waiting. So I shall wait too. Although it's a killer wait lol.

I've been a bit frustrated with the rush orders as well and I think a lot of others are too so I chose not to myself.

Mermaid Crystal Shimmer
06-28-2014, 04:04 AM
Are you getting the upgrade too??!! :D

No. It's a lot of money, it will take a long time to make and I'm afraid it's a lot more work to clean the tail. (I can be lazy some times) I think i'll be just as happy with the original scales. =)

Blaze
06-28-2014, 08:53 AM
You guys are killing me with the rush order comments. While it's completely ok to lament the delay it's not ok to say/imply someone shouldn't have asked for a rush or was stepping on toes by doing so & even get mad at them for it.

Just so we're clear $500 is a lot of extra money to lay down for a rush but other than like everyone wanting their gorgeous tails asap there could be good reasons for it. Like perhaps trying to raise money for a dear friend who is battling cancer and cannot make any money as a full time nurse / part time burlesque performer like she was previously. She now has no income, insurance isn't covering enough & our friends want you & your new tail there at the fundraiser in a month & a half.

https://www.facebook.com/events/553084334808075/

FYI I'm not opting for the upgrade. Also btw, I started working with the twins on this tail in October of last year (just checked my email records) but due to delays on BOTH sides we had to go for the rush in order for me to get it in time for the event.

Mermaid Galene
06-28-2014, 09:15 AM
I have to agree with you, Blaze. While it might seem unfair that a customer can jump ahead in line by paying $500, offering that option is FinFolk's decision. I don't think we should be upset by the customer who decides to pay that extra money.

And I realized why the individual scales kind of bother me: they stick out just enough to remind me of a fish in the early stages of dropsy (kidney failure). I've lost a few fish that way, and whenever I see scales like that, I'm conditioned to experience feelings of dread and impending doom! (But I'm probably the only person who would react that way, lol!)

Also, though a completely seamless tail is cool, visible seams don't bother me. Many fish actually have a vibration-sensing organ called a lateral line along the length of their body and tail, which looks for all the world like a seam in their skin!

Theobromine
06-28-2014, 12:51 PM
Also, though a completely seamless tail is cool, visible seams don't bother me. Many fish actually have a vibration-sensing organ called a lateral line along the length of their body and tail, which looks for all the world like a seam in their skin!

This is EXACTLY what I refer to my tail seam as! In my head, anyway. And I feel you on the dropsy thing, although it doesn't remind me that sharply of dropsy because it doesn't make the tail look pinecone-y to me.

Merman Arion
06-28-2014, 01:01 PM
Because my tail is like Theobromine's, the first one of his kind (with the dragon scales), I have visible seams but I honestly do not care. I actually like it this way.
Although I'm a perfectionist, I think it's okay to have some flaws as perfection does not exist. The individual scales are really cool and I'm happy for everyone who choose them. I'm looking forward to see the results. Make sure to share the updates and do an unboxing video just like mine ;)

Mermaid Cascada
06-28-2014, 01:58 PM
Those scales are gorgeous! If finfolk tails are full silicone tails (no neoprene), then what are the scales attached to? A silicone body? And are they attached with more silicone?

Mermaid Galene
06-28-2014, 02:48 PM
Right, Theo, the FinFolk scales are definitely not full-on dropsy sticking out. But it reminds me of the early stages, when I'm looking at a fish going "OMG, is she starting to pinecone a little? Oh, no, no, NOOOOOO!!"

And BTW, Theobromine, as a diehard chocolate addict, I love your name! :drool:

Cascada, it looks to me like there's a full silicone tail with the individual scales adhered to it with more silicone.

Ayla of Duluth
06-28-2014, 02:53 PM
Do all silicone tails have that mesh inside of them for strength? My Merbellas tail had mesh that the silicone was adhered to, so maybe they use the mesh as a base and attach the scales to that with silicone.

Blaze
06-28-2014, 03:02 PM
Do all silicone tails have that mesh inside of them for strength? My Merbellas tail had mesh that the silicone was adhered to, so maybe they use the mesh as a base and attach the scales to that with silicone.

That's what I was thinking it might be too.

Merman Arion
06-28-2014, 04:24 PM
I have been sick all day today and my mood was close to become in the depressed stage because I'm gonna miss a lot of things gay pride-related this week-end BUT I just looked at my tail, felt it, touched it gently and all the good things that will happen with it in the future just made me feel better about myself :)

I guess a part of me was frustrated because I was expecting this event since months, I wanted my tail to be with me for this occasion which could have been a great thing to be noticed by a lot of people. I could have made my big debut in public as a merman today and being sick just ruined it :cry:

It's a yearly thing so what's done is done. I'm moving on and I'm working now on my acceptance into the public pools so I can swim with my performance tail.

MermaidBrandie
06-28-2014, 04:58 PM
I really want a finfolk tail after seeing the new scale upgrade video. It's amazing. I would just adore that.
I know Merbella tails have the pigment all the way through the silicone, which means it never ever ever can rub off. I worry that since these tails are painted after the tail is made that the color will eventually have to to be redone. I'd like to avoid that (especially if I'm planning on paying nearly 4000$ for a tail). Does this happen? Has anyone had one of their tails for month with near daily use? Years?

XMermaidMarinaX
06-28-2014, 04:59 PM
I think the mesh is to also make the tail less transparent in the body, so you can wear whatever color bottoms with the tail.

Mermaid Galene
06-28-2014, 05:16 PM
Coyote, I would guess that the pigments FinFolk uses are mixed with silicone, so when they spray it on, it bonds with the tail. It really doesn't look like a superficial paint job to me.

Mermaid Galene
06-28-2014, 05:18 PM
Arion, I'm sorry about how your day turned out. But you're right, with your fabulous new tail, great things are ahead for you!!

PearlieMae
06-28-2014, 08:07 PM
:gah::headwall:

Marlin
06-28-2014, 08:23 PM
So, I finally got a hold of some pictures of me in my tail and I posted them if anyone wants to see:

http://mernetwork.com/index/album.php?albumid=1084

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Mermaid Galene
06-28-2014, 08:55 PM
Looks great, Marlin!

leeloo
06-28-2014, 11:48 PM
You guys are killing me with the rush order comments. While it's completely ok to lament the delay it's not ok to say/imply someone shouldn't have asked for a rush or was stepping on toes by doing so & even get mad at them for it

I can't really speak for anybody else, but I wasn't trying to say or imply that no one should get an upgrade or rush order, I was simply stating that I am getting antsy because I have been wanting a high quality tail for a long time so I'm just overly excited for the wait to be over. The delays are just a bit of a bummer is all, but I am not mad at anyone and completely understand that stuff like this happens and people have the right to upgrades and even rush orders.

Merman Arion
06-29-2014, 02:41 AM
So, I finally got a hold of some pictures of me in my tail and I posted them if anyone wants to see:

http://mernetwork.com/index/album.php?albumid=1084

Finally! These are awesome! How is the fit, Marlin? :D

Marlin
06-29-2014, 02:57 AM
Don't know. Still haven't gotten it back yet. These were from the meet right after I got it back in March.

Sorry for the wait though.

Merman Arion
06-29-2014, 03:02 AM
Oh my. I didn't know. I hit a sensitive spot without thinking... :doh:

Sorry buddy :(

Marlin
06-29-2014, 04:09 AM
Nah- You're just fine. :) I just don't know how to handle the situation anymore. I know they are busy, and they have been really friendly, but it's been a while... The Florida pod is having a meet in August and I want to go, but I don't know if they will have it to me by then.

I'd still like to practice before then too.

Still- no worries, no harm done. :D I appreciate the concern though.

Meilyn
06-29-2014, 11:21 PM
I wonder how far along are they with my scales...

Mermaid Jessica Pearl
06-30-2014, 07:42 AM
We were delayed too but now that our tails are almost done it is worth the wait! They should be shipped Tuesday! Woooo. And they look amazing. Photos soon. The girls have been perfectionists with our tails. So pleased.

Mermaid Sirenia
06-30-2014, 10:13 AM
They're sending me my final payment thingy today! And then it will be shipped!!! Just have to wait for my final check needed to process in my account :)


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Meilyn
06-30-2014, 01:19 PM
:eek:

Blaze
07-02-2014, 03:55 PM
I know where this is going... :D

https://scontent-a-ord.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t1.0-9/10341647_320052594825352_8352814802886239565_n.jpg

(They just posted this a little while ago on FB)


​I can't wait to see more!

Mermaid Jessica Pearl
07-03-2014, 07:05 AM
That's my tail Blaze! Amelia and my tail are completely finished and shipping tomorrow. I have photos but am holding off so that they can debut the tails on their page today! So excited for you all to see them. Mine has turned out gorgeously tribal and exactly how I wanted. Actually amelias is quite tribal too! Sooooo excited!

Blaze
07-03-2014, 08:35 AM
That's my tail Blaze! Amelia and my tail are completely finished and shipping tomorrow. I have photos but am holding off so that they can debut the tails on their page today! So excited for you all to see them. Mine has turned out gorgeously tribal and exactly how I wanted. Actually amelias is quite tribal too! Sooooo excited!

I cannot WAIT to see the full pics! :D Congrats ladies! Ohhhh I just thought of all the amazing photoshoot locations you guys have available to you; can't wait to see what YOU do with them!

Mermaid Jessica Pearl
07-03-2014, 09:50 AM
I cannot WAIT to see the full pics! :D Congrats ladies! Ohhhh I just thought of all the amazing photoshoot locations you guys have available to you; can't wait to see what YOU do with them!

We have some exciting things up our sleeves! Unfortunately it is winter here at the moment but I'm sure that won't stop us!

Fifi Tigg
07-03-2014, 10:42 AM
Can't wait to see the new Finfolk tails in W.A! Xx

Mermaid Sirenia
07-03-2014, 02:49 PM
MINE GETS SHIPPED MONDAY!!!! After the holiday weekend:)


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Merman Arion
07-03-2014, 07:08 PM
There it is and it's amazing! :D

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Mermaid Wesley
07-03-2014, 08:27 PM
Ooohhhh


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Mermaid Julianne
07-03-2014, 08:30 PM
They posted the second one!!!
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/04/4e8upama.jpg

Mermaid Wesley
07-03-2014, 08:34 PM
Ooooh I love it!


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Mermaid Julianne
07-03-2014, 08:36 PM
They're both absolutely stunning! I'm so jealous!

Mermaid Sirenia
07-03-2014, 08:48 PM
Looks like we've got 3 unboxing videos coming up! (If they decide to do unboxing videos too which I hope they do!)


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Blaze
07-03-2014, 10:12 PM
Soooo amazing! Every pic just makes me more excited for mine!!

Mermaid Jessica Pearl
07-04-2014, 02:44 AM
I'm sooooooooooooooooooooo happy! Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!

Mermaid Amelia
07-04-2014, 07:57 AM
I loved reading all the comments about my tail. It's heart warming to see so many people like the design I created and how wonderfully the girls made it into a reality. I just can't wait until it gets here and I can see it in person and touch it and wear it! Right now I'm all like "screw you winter! I'm going swimming" but we will see how brave I really am later haha. And yes we are planing on doing unboxing videos :)


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Mermaid Galene
07-04-2014, 09:46 AM
Fabulous tails! I'm with you, Blaze; I'm getting really excited about my impending FinFolk Tail!

maressa
07-05-2014, 01:15 PM
Hi everyone! This thread is so awesome, everyone's tails are just beautiful!

I put in my order June 7. As far as I can tell, A & B are pumping out an INCREDIBLE 6 tails a month. I don't know when I'll get my tail, but I'm so excited to join you all as a Finfolk sister!

Is anyone with a completed tail near Gainesville, FL? I would love to see one in person!

Mermaid Sirenia
07-05-2014, 01:21 PM
I'm from fernandina, maressa! So that's only about an hour and a half to two hours I think! When it arrives I'll let you know! It ships monday


~Mermaid Sirenia~

maressa
07-05-2014, 01:23 PM
Ooooh! I come up to St. Augustine often, maybe we could meet for lunch sometime! You have the emerald green tail, right? What a beauty.

Mermaid Sirenia
07-05-2014, 01:25 PM
Yeah definitely! I love st. Augustine, and yep the emerald one is mine!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Blaze
07-07-2014, 10:24 AM
Hi everyone! This thread is so awesome, everyone's tails are just beautiful!

Yay happy to see you on here! :D What are your tail colors going to be? Fluke style?

Blaze
07-09-2014, 12:39 PM
Getting so close! Said my seaming was almost finish on Monday and were chatting about my hip fins yesterday! Painting should commence soon!

Mermaid Sirenia
07-09-2014, 12:48 PM
Guys my tail was shipped Monday! And the scheduled delivery is Friday! 2 days!!!!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Merman Arion
07-09-2014, 01:02 PM
Guys my tail was shipped Monday! And the scheduled delivery is Friday! 2 days!!!!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

you better take lots of pictures and do an unboxing video like I did ;)

PearlieMae
07-09-2014, 01:15 PM
you better take lots of pictures and do an unboxing video like I did ;)

And WHEN are we going to see you wearing it???

http://s3-ec.buzzfed.com/static/2014-07/2/8/enhanced/webdr09/anigif_enhanced-buzz-17099-1404303011-31.gif

Merman Arion
07-09-2014, 01:35 PM
And WHEN are we going to see you wearing it???

Like I previously said, I'm waiting to get the proper bag to carry my tail around :)
And when I mean "around", that means EVERYWHERE including public pools, studios for photoshoots, beachs and etc.. Thanks to our MerKing Christomer Starfish's recommandation, I ordered a special bag from the website SpecialFins.com. He has 4 bags from them to carry his Finfolk tails and so does Caroline Nelson aka Mermaid Aquanette. Hopefully, I will get it at the beginning of next week and I'm thinking about coming to the Folkestone Mermaid Festival 2014 in England to meet with Lily. She is the mermaid who got the "Hunger Games inspired" fire tail (shown with mine in the following picture). I plan to go there for a day with my merman tail and make lots of pictures. I also intend to go to the south of France for 10 days to reunite with my friend Claire the french mermaid and we want to do a lot of swimming together and one of her friends who is a photographer is going to do ton of pictures of us.

How does that sound? ;)

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PearlieMae
07-09-2014, 02:04 PM
Whoa! Dude! I was just asking! :O_o:

Merman Arion
07-09-2014, 02:12 PM
Whoa! Dude! I was just asking! :O_o:

I'm just telling you my plans for Summer :D :hug:

Blaze
07-09-2014, 02:39 PM
Yay can't wait to see more pics and unboxing videos!!

Arion, is this the same sort of bag? I was thinking of getting one of these but I wasn't sure if my whole tail will fit in it: http://www.freedivershop.com/waterway-heavy-duty-monofin-bag

Otherwise I was going to make one since I'm ok with a sewing machine I guess ;)

Merman Arion
07-09-2014, 02:52 PM
Arion, is this the same sort of bag? I was thinking of getting one of these but I wasn't sure if my whole tail will fit in it: http://www.freedivershop.com/waterway-heavy-duty-monofin-bag

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Well, seems like they look alike but you should know that both Christomer Starfish and I have the basic Finfolk fluke so according to him, they fit in these bags but I do not know about the Loreena fluke which is longer. Mermaid Syrena asked me the same question and she's waiting for my opinion once I get the bag and put my tail inside.
Perhaps it might fit if you bend the ends of the fluke but that wouldn't be handy :(

Blaze
07-09-2014, 02:58 PM
Well, seems like they look alike but you should know that both Christomer Starfish and I have the basic Finfolk fluke so according to him, they fit in these bags but I do not know about the Loreena fluke which is longer. Mermaid Syrena asked me the same question and she's waiting for my opinion once I get the bag and put my tail inside.
Perhaps it might fit if you bend the ends of the fluke but that wouldn't be handy :(

Gotcha. I did not get the competitor upgrade so my fluke tips should be a bit more flexible at the tips. Maybe will see if the diving stores near me have any options I could try. Thanks!

Mermaid Sirenia
07-09-2014, 02:58 PM
you better take lots of pictures and do an unboxing video like I did ;)

Oh trust me I will! That will come up as soon as I get it!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Sammi Ray
07-09-2014, 05:49 PM
so beautiful

Meilyn
07-09-2014, 07:00 PM
Yay can't wait to see more pics and unboxing videos!!

Arion, is this the same sort of bag? I was thinking of getting one of these but I wasn't sure if my whole tail will fit in it: http://www.freedivershop.com/waterway-heavy-duty-monofin-bag

Otherwise I was going to make one since I'm ok with a sewing machine I guess ;)



Blaze, you are AMAZING with a sewing machine to say the least.

They just previewed two of my multitudes of individual scales on their page. So many happy hormonal changes, I had gotten a happy dizzy spell from it :eek:

Blaze
07-09-2014, 07:35 PM
Blaze, you are AMAZING with a sewing machine to say the least.

They just previewed two of my multitudes of individual scales on their page. So many happy hormonal changes, I had gotten a happy dizzy spell from it :eek:

I saw, I saw!! Heh, its exciting to see friends creations coming to life too!

P.S. Thank you! :D

Mermaid Sirenia
07-10-2014, 03:17 PM
You guys have no idea how much I'm freaking out right now. ITS GOING TO FINALLY BE IN MY HANDS TOMORROW. I was tracking it and it's literally 45 minutes away from me, it's in the next town over!!!!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

coral_sybil
07-10-2014, 05:13 PM
Well when I'm ready for a silicon tail I know where I'm getting mine thanks to this thread

Lorelei
07-10-2014, 10:52 PM
You guys have no idea how much I'm freaking out right now. ITS GOING TO FINALLY BE IN MY HANDS TOMORROW. I was tracking it and it's literally 45 minutes away from me, it's in the next town over!!!!


~Mermaid Sirenia~
Aww congrats!! :D So excited for you! I will be awaiting the unboxing video hopefully. :)

Blaze
07-11-2014, 10:09 AM
You guys have no idea how much I'm freaking out right now. ITS GOING TO FINALLY BE IN MY HANDS TOMORROW. I was tracking it and it's literally 45 minutes away from me, it's in the next town over!!!!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

*BOUNCE*BOUNCE*BOUNCE*

Is it there yet? Is it time?

*BOUNCE*BOUNCE*BOUNCE*

Mermaid Cecelia
07-11-2014, 10:32 AM
*BOUNCE*BOUNCE*BOUNCE*

Is it there yet? Is it time?

*BOUNCE*BOUNCE*BOUNCE*

Haha me right now, too xP

Mermaid Sirenia
07-11-2014, 11:21 AM
*BOUNCE*BOUNCE*BOUNCE*

Is it there yet? Is it time?

*BOUNCE*BOUNCE*BOUNCE*

Should be soon! I'm literally just sitting in my house waiting. Goodness I'm going to die! It could literally arrive here any time from now to 5:00 because they arrive at different times each day XD THE ANTICIPATION IS KILLING ME YOU GUYS


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Theobromine
07-11-2014, 12:00 PM
UGH I'M SO EXCITED FOR ALL YOU GUYS AND CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU ALL IN YOUR NEW TAILS!

Arion, I also can't wait to see how your tail bag turns out because I am strongly considering buying one myself. I've actually been really anticipating seeing how yours turns out because even though I can get around town just fine with my tail, I REALLY want a good bag for traveling with it.

I'm going to Panama for two weeks in September for my (belated) honeymoon and I REALLY want to be able to bring my tail!!!

Blaze
07-11-2014, 12:21 PM
Arion, I also can't wait to see how your tail bag turns out because I am strongly considering buying one myself. I've actually been really anticipating seeing how yours turns out because even though I can get around town just fine with my tail, I REALLY want a good bag for traveling with it.

I'm going to Panama for two weeks in September for my (belated) honeymoon and I REALLY want to be able to bring my tail!!!

I think I'm going to go start a thread somewhere on what people would want in a tail bag. I have no experience with them yet (have just carried my tail in hand) but would like to try making one & input from people who know more about the needs of one would be required.

This is really just a way to distract myself till Sirenia's tail gets there & she posts pics/video. Real talk. :yay:

Blaze
07-11-2014, 12:40 PM
Aannnnd there you go: http://mernetwork.com/index/showthread.php?8509-Tail-Carrying-Bags-What-makes-a-good-one&p=135257#post135257

Merman Arion
07-11-2014, 12:55 PM
Arion, I also can't wait to see how your tail bag turns out because I am strongly considering buying one myself. I've actually been really anticipating seeing how yours turns out because even though I can get around town just fine with my tail, I REALLY want a good bag for traveling with it.

I'm going to Panama for two weeks in September for my (belated) honeymoon and I REALLY want to be able to bring my tail!!!

I promise to keep you updated as soon as possible. My tail bag is going to be shipped today and I should get it next week :)

Mermaid Sirenia
07-11-2014, 02:49 PM
Well I wonder what this could be!;) http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/12/ypy2uvad.jpg


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Merman Arion
07-11-2014, 02:55 PM
YAAAAY!!!! :dance:

Mermaid Sirenia
07-11-2014, 03:03 PM
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/12/dejy6a6y.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/12/ysyhuzyh.jpg seriously guys pictures can't even do it justice!!!http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/12/a2unu8yr.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/12/emuna2ag.jpg


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Mermaid Sirenia
07-11-2014, 03:04 PM
For some reason the first two pictures are showing up blurry idk if it is for you guys but I'll retake some in a minute


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Blaze
07-11-2014, 03:09 PM
seriously guys pictures can't even do it justice!!!http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/12/a2unu8yr.jpg


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Mermaid Cecelia
07-11-2014, 03:15 PM
OMG wow it's beautiful!! :D

Mermaid Sirenia
07-11-2014, 04:09 PM
Thanks! I love it so much! But wow you guys weren't kidding when you said putting on a tail for the first time is difficult!http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/12/re4a8y7a.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/12/eju4edum.jpg


~Mermaid Sirenia~

maressa
07-11-2014, 04:27 PM
OH MY GORGEOUS... it's stunning!!!!

maressa
07-11-2014, 04:33 PM
Yay happy to see you on here! :D What are your tail colors going to be? Fluke style? Hi lady I missed this post earlier! The tail is going to be a rainbow of warm colors- cream, peach, gold, burgundy, deep purple. I'm still working out my template, but I'm getting the Loreena fluke with some added fins on the ankle and hips. These are the colors, I made the headdress to wear for dry events :) 22425

Lorelei
07-11-2014, 07:36 PM
Oh my god Sirenia!! :jawdrop: It's so beautiful and looks amazing now that it's all finished! :D

Mermaid Galene
07-11-2014, 08:40 PM
Wow, wow, wow, Sirenia! Those fabulous colors!

Theobromine
07-12-2014, 02:15 AM
SO BEAUTIFUL!!

Also, I don't remember if I ever posted this trick I learned (I remember telling Arion about it though): use lube, and lube up the OUTSIDE of the tail as well as the inside. Especially if you have wide hips like me :P The waist is very high and tight which helps it stay on really well, but makes it really difficult to pull up over itself. So you fold it about halfway down, get your feet in (lube makes this part way easy), and start pulling it up over your calves and knees. Once you have it past your knees and up towards your thighs you will probably start having more trouble as the folded-down upper part of the tail will now be tight against itself. So I squirt some lube or aloe gel (works great, cheap at Trader Joe's) in under the folded-over part and use my hands to spread it around. That way the scales will slide past each other MUCH more easily, and you also won't risk tugging on and possibly damaging any extra fins you might have (I had this problem once with my arowana pectoral fins).

Anyway, your mileage may vary, but I am a bit curvy, and I did have Abby and Bryn make my tail extra tight since I was paranoid about waist gapping. I don't think everyone took as long as I did to get my tail on for the first time--it took me an hour. I almost cried.

But I perservered and I DID IT and now I have it down to about 10 minutes.

Mermaid Sirenia
07-12-2014, 08:07 AM
Oh trust me I think I took that long too! When I got frustrated I just did what Abby and Bryn told me, imagine a mermaid trying to ride a bike! Of course it didn't help I only had water at the time to help with my legs! But I did but coconut oil last night so that should be better! And thanks for that tip! I REALLY needed that, I have big hips and a small waist lol... My biggest struggle is getting my feet in the straps though because I have such small ankles and fitting my hand in there to get the strap is SO difficult! But hopefully coconut oil will help!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Theobromine
07-12-2014, 12:11 PM
Never give up, even when you get frustrated! I stubbornly tried with no lube for the first time (just water from the pool I was sitting/next to) and it really didn't work. It must have taken me half an hour just to get my feet into the footpockets. When I finally gave in and got some lube, my feet slid right in and I was like WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN ALL MY LIFE, LUBE?! Haha. So after that the hardest part was pulling it up over my thighs and hips. I still had to get in the water halfway through the process and have my husband help by holding onto me while I pulled it up the rest of the way :P I almost mooned soooo many kids at the local Y, argh.

Anyway, I think everyone just has to figure out their perfect technique. Now I can get into my tail by myself in 10-15 minutes, just sitting next to the pool (on a yoga mat!) and using lube. Or aloe, which I recently found works just as well as Astroglide and is actually easier to wipe off your fingers for when you need a no-slip grip. So coconut oil may work, but I'm pretty sure aloe is slipperier and I feel more comfortable using it on silicone (I'm still unsure how safe oils are on silicone). Also, keep a towel handy for wiping your hands but also helping you to grab your tail even more securely to pull it up (learned that trick from Iona).

Hmm. Would anyone be interested is I made a tutorial (pictures or video) on how I put on my Finfolk tail? I'm not that great with media and I've never made a video before, but I'm sure I could put something together.

Merman Arion
07-12-2014, 12:38 PM
Hmm. Would anyone be interested is I made a tutorial (pictures or video) on how I put on my Finfolk tail? I'm not that great with media and I've never made a video before, but I'm sure I could put something together.

Personally, I would be interested to see :)
It could be very helpful and informative.

Theobromine
07-12-2014, 12:52 PM
I thought you might, Arion :) I'll see what I can put together. I'm not experienced at making videos, but I could probably do it in a single take and just upload it that way. It doesn't have to be fancy and that way I could get it done sooner.

Merman Arion
07-12-2014, 01:04 PM
I thought you might, Arion :) I'll see what I can put together. I'm not experienced at making videos, but I could probably do it in a single take and just upload it that way. It doesn't have to be fancy and that way I could get it done sooner.

My unboxing video wasn't staged either ;)
I did it in a single take as well and I just edited it for english subtitles. I didn't care about the fancy part, it's easier to be yourself and stay natural.

Talia
07-12-2014, 01:27 PM
Sirenia, that is just gorgeous! Congratulations!

Blaze
07-12-2014, 02:36 PM
Hmm. Would anyone be interested is I made a tutorial (pictures or video) on how I put on my Finfolk tail? I'm not that great with media and I've never made a video before, but I'm sure I could put something together.

YES PLEASE!!

Mermaid Sirenia
07-12-2014, 04:11 PM
I'll tell you what, what coconut oil works MIRACLES!!!! I got in it so much faster!!!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Merman Arion
07-12-2014, 04:14 PM
I'll tell you what, what coconut oil works MIRACLES!!!! I got in it so much faster!!!

Much faster than with water-based lube??

Mermaid Sirenia
07-12-2014, 05:13 PM
Much faster than with water-based lube??

Not sure, I haven't tried that! But I got in the foot pockets and the straps on almost instantly! My biggest problem was getting it past my hips this time lol. I thought my mom was going to die laughing at me


~Mermaid Sirenia~

PearlieMae
07-12-2014, 05:25 PM
Know what? Let's all make videos getting into or tails and make a compilation! It could be informative AND hilarious! I made a video getting into mine (sans fluke), and almost took a face dive into the deck. :D

Mermaid Galene
07-12-2014, 06:09 PM
Great idea!

Mermaid Sirenia
07-12-2014, 06:52 PM
Haha we totally should!

And this would be the face I made when I successfully put my tail on today hahahttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/13/3yma2are.jpg I hope this doesn't come up blurry like some of mine have done!


~Mermaid Sirenia~

Marlin
07-12-2014, 07:39 PM
Know what? Let's all make videos getting into or tails and make a compilation! It could be informative AND hilarious! I made a video getting into mine (sans fluke), and almost took a face dive into the deck. :D

OMG.... It took Miss Marlin and I fighting for like 20 min to help get me get into my tail the first time... I was exhausted :P We would have to speed up each clip like 5 or 6 times for comedic effect.

I love this idea though :D We should definitely do it.

Seatan
07-12-2014, 07:52 PM
J-Lube was my savior. It's powdered lube (for veterinarian use but you KNOW that's not all it's used for!) that you add a little to water and get a TON of lube. Dump a teaspoon in a water bottle, shake, and voila! TONS of lube for really cheap! Lather up them legs A LOT (my buddy Jack, king of the fisting community, had a word of wisdom for me once: You can NEVER have too much lube!) Lube like CRAZY and it will slip on like... Lots of dirty things went through my mind there so I am not finishing that sentence. But you will be able to put it on fast and relatively easy. Here's a link for the J Lube. Every mer should have a bottle IMHO.

J Lube (http://www.jefferspet.com/product.asp?pn=J3-D1&gdftrk=gdfV28411_a_7c2996_a_7c11710_a_7cJ3_d_D1) Link