Keiris' New Hybrid Tail

[Keiris]

Hi Lynsea. For some reason I didn't see your question on this thread. No, I don't have a link to Seavanna's method. It was an experiment Seavanna was doing a couple years ago. You may be having trouble since Seavanna was her previous incarnation and now he goes by the name Seatan, I believe.

[KateyMermaid]

@Keiris

WOW that tail is STUNNING! It's only partial silicone? It really looks like full silicone.
What makes is partial? Is it neoprene inside the body?

PLEASE say you will be taking commissions! I am looking to order a second tail as a backup to lessen the wear and tear on my silicone one.
I would definitely order one from you.


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[Keiris]

@Keiris

WOW that tail is STUNNING! It's only partial silicone? It really looks like full silicone.
What makes is partial? Is it neoprene inside the body?

PLEASE say you will be taking commissions! I am looking to order a second tail as a backup to lessen the wear and tear on my silicone one.
I would definitely order one from you.


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Thank you so much Katey! Yes, it is only a partial silicone tail so much lighter and sleeker than full silicone. Smaller fins, smaller monofin, etc. I detail my process in this thread. I wanted something to swim in at the pool that was easier to get on and off than my full silicone monster. And yes, I do commissions. PM me when you are ready.

[KateyMermaid]

Wonderful! I sent you a PM with questions.


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[PrincessNymphiaoftheSea]

Just painting some detail on the fins. I also added two small pelvic fins cut down from the original cast. Both fluke halves are cast so attaching them comes next.

HOLY MOLY THOSE COLORS! This is incredible work


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[theMerFanc]

Thank you Arabella! I am actually constructing a couple for people right now. Let me know when you are ready.

How much does a hybrid run?

[Keiris]

HOLY MOLY THOSE COLORS! This is incredible work



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Thank you so much Nymphia! They definitely pop more in the beach pics as you can see.

[Mermaid Arabella]

@theMerFranc - the information is buried on Page 16:

Hi Sabrina. A full silicone tail usually weighs an average of 35 to 40 lbs. depending on the thickness of the scales, the fluke and all the decorative fins added. This is a lycra base with a thin layer of silicone over it, a much smaller monofin and thinner, smaller fins so as not to pull on the lycra. MUCH lighter and more streamline. They run between 1,200 and 1,500. Thanks for asking.

Didn't know if I should PM these questions but, if anyone is seriously considering buying a tail from you they might have the same questions lol


so what is included with the 1500?


and what do you believe is the wait time is?

Hi Roman!


That price includes this fluke ( with choice of bottom edge shape)
built in monofin (no straps)
dorsal fin
smaller pectoral fins
two heel fins
silicone/glitter topcoat
Modest striping
choice base color (5 available)
silicone waist belt


Remember, if you have read through the entire thread, the body of the tail is a pre-screened lycra. I am limited in how much I can alter color because of possible silicone rejection. The silicone coating is VERY thin in order to maintain a glossy finish and that will dull a little over time as does any "slime coat." Shipping is separate.

[KayNS]

Bumping this thread because I'm curious to see more tails made by Keiris! (and because, well, Keiris )

[Khaleesi Daenerys]

Beautiful I love that tail

[Lexicious]

Bumping this thread because I'm curious to see more tails made by Keiris! (and because, well, Keiris )

I like your reasoning...

Gosh I love this man ...I mean tail!

[Mermaid Oona]

Your fluke may be persuading me to change my fluke style. So beautiful. I can't start any of my projects because it up coming trips and the design I did long ago is no longer inspirational but your helping me out a lot Keiris! Thank you!!!!

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[Keiris]

Why thank you so much Oona, Lexicious, Khaleesi, and KayNS! Very kind of you. I hope to start a new silicone tail soon.

[RomanLaveau]

I see we are still ogling over Keiris’ Tail, and well Keiris In 2018. Haha I love it

[Keiris]

HA! ROMAN! You have been away too long young man!!

[Marinus Mortimer]

Make a new one K!


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[Keiris]

Yeah Marinus, it's time. I've been so caught up in other art projects this last year that the silicone scale sheets I cast are past their green period. I have to buckle down and start again.

[PearlieMae]

I've found that the 'green period' is largely mythological. PM me and I'll give you info

[Marinus Mortimer]

Glad to hear I’ll get to see u in a tail soon we need content


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[Mermaid Jaffa]

Ooo! I LOVE the little boney bits on the mer ankles!