Working on my first *final* Neoprene tail

[Moonflower]

I think the title says it all. I've had a few practice runs at tails and now I'm finally working on a more permanent one.

Materials - Neoprene, Rubber Floor Runner, Plastic HD Zipper, Nylon upholstery thread
Monofin - My own creation (http://mernetwork.com/index/album.php?albumid=51)

As soon as I've got it fitting perfectly, I'll be air brushing the neoprene.

Having a hard time linking the images, so I'll just post the gallery link here:
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.273859412645502.73667.254094211288689&type=3

Obviously, the black side will be the outside, not the hideous starburst pattern LOL!

More pics soon!

[taom]

Did you get your neoprene from joann's? (I ask because I know they have a patter just like that.) if so, how is the quality? I've ordered some (coming Tuesday!) and am just wondering what to expect.

[Mermaid Jewel]

Good luck and can't wait to see your progress :D And the final one of course ^.^

[Moonflower]

Yes, it's from JoAnn's, and it's great quality. It's not *quite* as stretchy as the 3mm wetsuit I used for my practice tail, but it's still nice material, and the stretchy difference is negligible. Oh, and I found that using a Microtex (Sharp) needle helps a TON when sewing on a machine. Otherwise, it has a hard time getting all the way through both layers.

[taom]

Awesome! Thank you so much for the advice! I was totally going to just use the needle I have. Can't wait to see your progress!

[Mermaid Saphira]

Did you ever complete the tail? Did the monofin hold up?