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Checking In and FAQ
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Hi folks this is RainaMermaid I run this account for the Merbella company! This account is to feature the beautiful work of Raven, and also re-direct you to places where you can find information.
The best way to get in contact with Merbella Studios is to visit their Facebook page here: [link]
The Merbella store can be accessed here: www.shopmerbella.com
Important info:
-At present time, Merbella Studios only takes periodic commissions. It's best to check the FB page to see if there are any open slots.
-Merbella Studios occasionally rents their creations for filming purposes, please contact via FB
-Merbella Studios can be hired for performance and filming
Thanks so much for your support, be sure to check out the websites!
The best way to get in contact with Merbella Studios is to visit their Facebook page here: [link]
The Merbella store can be accessed here: www.shopmerbella.com
Important info:
-At present time, Merbella Studios only takes periodic commissions. It's best to check the FB page to see if there are any open slots.
-Merbella Studios occasionally rents their creations for filming purposes, please contact via FB
-Merbella Studios can be hired for performance and filming
Thanks so much for your support, be sure to check out the websites!
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Updated Info for 2015
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Hi everyone, this is the official deviantART page for Merbellas Studios. It's run by one of our clients who posts on our behalf. If you want to have direct communication with us please message us on our facebook page.
Click here for our updated pricing and info
Click here for how to order
Click here for our Etsy Shop
Click here for our FAQ
Click here for our performance FB page (not tail making)
Raven's Instagram account (updated frequently)
Merbella's Instagram account (updated frequently)
Click here for our updated pricing and info
Click here for how to order
Click here for our Etsy Shop
Click here for our FAQ
Click here for our performance FB page (not tail making)
Raven's Instagram account (updated frequently)
Merbella's Instagram account (updated frequently)
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Updated Info + Thanks
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Hi everyone, thanks so much for the DD. We're not as active on here and have a friend helping us out. If you'd like to catch up with us in real time please be sure to like our FB page by clicking here.
If you're interested in our mermaid tails and products, or have questions, or are interested in placing an order, please check out these VERY IMPORTANT links. 99% of the time your question is already answered in detail.
Our FAQ
Our ETSY
Our Instgram
Our About
Our Youtube Accounts: one and two and three and four (older ones are inactive)
Contact us (Please use our email as we don't get to personally check comments here as much) merbellastudios@gmail.com
REALISTIC TAIL SILICONE TAIL:
Price: &1,000.00 USD (shipping not included)
-Tail is custom made to your provided measurements. Includes a built in Finis Wave monofin into the tail for swimming. Raised rounded scales and fluke texture. I am also able to customize the shape of the fluke with this design. It is neoprene lined and slightly buoyant in the water. Includes your custom color design. I do not charge extra for colors.
-Basic design does not include any "extra fins". Additional pectoral/ankle/dorsal fins can be added to your tail for an additional charge.
*This design is MUCH lighter than our performance tails and recommended for mermaids that do a lot of "dry" events as it is easier to maneuver in on land.
PERFORMANCE SILICONE TAIL
This is our most "Realistic" tail. Made entirely of a platinum cure silicone and is extremely durable and neutrally buoyant in the water.
Price: $3,000.00 USD (shipping not included)
-Tail is custom made to your provided measurements. It does include a competitor monofin built into the tail for excellent speed and ease in the water. We also another monofin option for a very "Flowy" look in the water. Basic tail includes your custom color design. I do not charge extra for colors.
-Basic design does not include any "extra fins". Additional pectoral/ankle/dorsal fins can be added to your tail for an additional charge.
The Silicone is very stretchy and durable. Tails generally weigh between 20-30lbs on land but are weightless in the water.
*All tails are painted with a custom paint I mix. Generally all very vibrant pearlescent/metallic colors for a very realistic shimmery look.
*All tails can be used in fresh, salt or chlorinated water.
All orders are placed by e-mail. All serious inquiries can email me at merbellastudios@gmail.com for payment information, measurements and to discuss tail design.
I am only able to accept payment in full minus shipping cost. I ask for the shipping cost once you have received pictures of your completed tail.
I am willing to do custom sculptures (custom fluke or fins) for your tail for an additional charge.
Price: &1,000.00 USD (shipping not included)
-Tail is custom made to your provided measurements. Includes a built in Finis Wave monofin into the tail for swimming. Raised rounded scales and fluke texture. I am also able to customize the shape of the fluke with this design. It is neoprene lined and slightly buoyant in the water. Includes your custom color design. I do not charge extra for colors.
-Basic design does not include any "extra fins". Additional pectoral/ankle/dorsal fins can be added to your tail for an additional charge.
*This design is MUCH lighter than our performance tails and recommended for mermaids that do a lot of "dry" events as it is easier to maneuver in on land.
PERFORMANCE SILICONE TAIL
This is our most "Realistic" tail. Made entirely of a platinum cure silicone and is extremely durable and neutrally buoyant in the water.
Price: $3,000.00 USD (shipping not included)
-Tail is custom made to your provided measurements. It does include a competitor monofin built into the tail for excellent speed and ease in the water. We also another monofin option for a very "Flowy" look in the water. Basic tail includes your custom color design. I do not charge extra for colors.
-Basic design does not include any "extra fins". Additional pectoral/ankle/dorsal fins can be added to your tail for an additional charge.
The Silicone is very stretchy and durable. Tails generally weigh between 20-30lbs on land but are weightless in the water.
*All tails are painted with a custom paint I mix. Generally all very vibrant pearlescent/metallic colors for a very realistic shimmery look.
*All tails can be used in fresh, salt or chlorinated water.
All orders are placed by e-mail. All serious inquiries can email me at merbellastudios@gmail.com for payment information, measurements and to discuss tail design.
I am only able to accept payment in full minus shipping cost. I ask for the shipping cost once you have received pictures of your completed tail.
I am willing to do custom sculptures (custom fluke or fins) for your tail for an additional charge.
Description
I make everything we wear and lots of other mermaid or ocean inspired things for Etsy my shop here --------> www.etsy.com/shop/merbellastud…I specialize in realistic mermaid costuming, Things I imagine real mermaids wearing. I am constantly coming up with new and exciting mermaid accessories so please check back!
I do take custom orders so if you have something in mind feel free to contact me
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Devious Journal Entry
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Hoping this might help answer some of the questions we get all the time
1. How much are your tails?
We basically have two types of tails right now. The basic tail for $1,000.00 and the performance tail for $3,000.00.
2. How much are extra fins?
Fins are only available for our performance tail and they are $75.00 a set. They are very customizable and can be placed pretty much anywhere on your tail.
Dorsal fins are $250.00. Again very customizable just send us your ideas and we will do our best to bring it to life.
3. What are the differences between the two types of tails?
here are some of the main differences
-The basic design is neoprene lined and the performance tail is pure silicone.
-We do not offer any extra fins for the basic design.
-The basic design comes with s finis wave for the monofin the performance tail comes with the finis competitor (or te finis foil for a flowy fluke)
-The basic design features a simple fluke texture. The performance tails have much more elaborate and detailed flukes to choose from.
-The basic design generally weighs between 10-15 lbs. the performance tails average 20-25lbs.
-BOTH are swimmable, and intended for water use.
-BOTH include full custom coloring.
-BOTH are made from a platinum cure silicone called DragonSkin.
4.Do you sell latex tails?
No, we no longer work with latex rubber materials.
5. Can I get a Basic tail with a competitor monofin?
YES! We can install any monofin into the basic tail for an additional cost.
6. Do you need any mermaid models?
Currently we like to use our clients to advertise our products. We do occasionally need extra models for photo/video projects so if you are local and would like to send us your portfolio you can email us at merbellastudios@gmail.com also you can keep an eye on our page for any casting calls in the future.
7. Is it extra for colors?
NOPE! We do not charge any extra for color or design. Our goal is to create your dream tail. We do not charge extra but the more elaborate your design is the more time might be added to production time.
8. Whats the production time?
Currently 90-120days. We do work very hard to get orders completed as quickly as possible, but this is Art and we are more concerned with making sure you receive the BEST possible product even if it takes a little longer.
9. Is there a rush option?
yes, for an additional $450 we can rush your order if you need to be bumped to the front of the line. Please contact us before hand so we can determine if we can meet your deadline.
10. Why are your tails so expensive?
Well for starters the materials themselves are EXTREMELY expensive. Also its not an easy process, very difficult. Simply our tails are priced at what we believe they are worth. We do our best to keep costs as low as we can but there are also several other less expensive options (as well as more expensive) on the market today if these are out of your budget.
11. Can you teach me how to make tails/will you tell me how you make your tails?
No. Sorry, but thats not what this business is for. Theres lots of info out there on the world wide web that can help you if your looking to make your own tail
12. How much is shipping?
Each tail is different so the price does vary depending on the tail and where the tail is going.
13. do you ship out of the country?
Yes, we ship all over!
14. I've emailed you several times with no response, whats the deal?
We apologize for this, and are continuously working on the problem. We get FLOODED with emails on the daily. Mostly from a younger crowd, We can't tell you how many times we have taken the time to email back and forth with a "Potential client" only to discover they were only 11. We Get several emails constantly asking questions that are already answered on this page. SO please title your email "READY TO ORDER" and try to include as much information about your order in your email. Heres an example of a perfect email..
"Hello, my name is BLANK. I am interested in placing an order for a BASIC/PERFORMANCE tail.
I have funds available and I'm ready to pay. I also have a design drawn out for you to use as reference for colors, etc.
Please email me and let me know if you are available for taking orders.
Thank you for your consideration."
15. Do you do custom flukes?
Absolutely! If you have a specific fluke design in mind we are happy to bring it to life for you. There is an additional charge but we will negotiate that while discussing your design. Depending on how complicated your sculpture is, how big it will need to be and how long it will take to sculpt will determine the price. generally between $400-$600 but can be more or less.
17. Will you paint my tail like "BLANK'S" tail?
If you send us a design that someone else already has, we WILL try to engourage you to alter the design so it isnt an exact duplicate. There SOOOO many imagintive, colorful, unique fish in the see and mermaids should be no exeption! We are the fantasy! So really dream up YOUR tail, there's no limit! And it also makes it way more fun for us too
18. Glow in the Dark or UV blacklight reactive option?
Yep We can add UV or Glow in the dark features to your tail, It can be the entire tail for $200 or you can add thing like reactive spots, stripes or detailing in the fluke for $75.
19. Nude or gold waiste band?
Yes we can do that on your tail as well, no extra charge. If you would like a nude waiste line we just need a good photo reference for your skin type and we will try to match it as best as possible.
20.Glitter!?
YES! We can add a glitter top coat to ANY tail. All of Raven's tails actually have a glittle top coat. Its very subtle and doesnt really show up in photos but adds a little extra magic to the tails in person. We can do VERY VERY fine iridecents glitter for the most subtle look or tons and tons all over your fabulous tail if you want, just talk to us about the effect you are wishing to achive when discussing your design. Glitter top coat is $50 extra. We can also add this to scale bras as well for $10 extra.
21.Do you make Kids tails?
We have in the past and they are ADORABLE! but please keep in mind these are very expensive tails and your child WILL out grow them soon. But yes we will make them, even baby tails just contact us for pricing. If you would like to rent a childs tail or baby tail for a photoshoot we are able to do that as well.
22. Do you rent adult tails?
Right now we are not renting out adult tails, but we do plan on doing this in the future. Right now if you NEEDED to rent a tail you must be local.
23.Do you make spandex tails?
No sorry, but there are SEVERAL lovely fabric tail makers out there just do a quick google search for "swimmable spandex mermaid tail".
24. Is it extra for different Flukes or Scales?
Nope! just make sure to specify which ones you want when dicussing your design with us.
If you do have any questions that are not already answered here you can email us and we will try to get back to you as soon as we can.
But if you send us an email that just says "How much are your tails?" you probably wont get a response. (we get hundreds of these)
We will also try to keep updating this FAQ
1. How much are your tails?
We basically have two types of tails right now. The basic tail for $1,000.00 and the performance tail for $3,000.00.
2. How much are extra fins?
Fins are only available for our performance tail and they are $75.00 a set. They are very customizable and can be placed pretty much anywhere on your tail.
Dorsal fins are $250.00. Again very customizable just send us your ideas and we will do our best to bring it to life.
3. What are the differences between the two types of tails?
here are some of the main differences
-The basic design is neoprene lined and the performance tail is pure silicone.
-We do not offer any extra fins for the basic design.
-The basic design comes with s finis wave for the monofin the performance tail comes with the finis competitor (or te finis foil for a flowy fluke)
-The basic design features a simple fluke texture. The performance tails have much more elaborate and detailed flukes to choose from.
-The basic design generally weighs between 10-15 lbs. the performance tails average 20-25lbs.
-BOTH are swimmable, and intended for water use.
-BOTH include full custom coloring.
-BOTH are made from a platinum cure silicone called DragonSkin.
4.Do you sell latex tails?
No, we no longer work with latex rubber materials.
5. Can I get a Basic tail with a competitor monofin?
YES! We can install any monofin into the basic tail for an additional cost.
6. Do you need any mermaid models?
Currently we like to use our clients to advertise our products. We do occasionally need extra models for photo/video projects so if you are local and would like to send us your portfolio you can email us at merbellastudios@gmail.com also you can keep an eye on our page for any casting calls in the future.
7. Is it extra for colors?
NOPE! We do not charge any extra for color or design. Our goal is to create your dream tail. We do not charge extra but the more elaborate your design is the more time might be added to production time.
8. Whats the production time?
Currently 90-120days. We do work very hard to get orders completed as quickly as possible, but this is Art and we are more concerned with making sure you receive the BEST possible product even if it takes a little longer.
9. Is there a rush option?
yes, for an additional $450 we can rush your order if you need to be bumped to the front of the line. Please contact us before hand so we can determine if we can meet your deadline.
10. Why are your tails so expensive?
Well for starters the materials themselves are EXTREMELY expensive. Also its not an easy process, very difficult. Simply our tails are priced at what we believe they are worth. We do our best to keep costs as low as we can but there are also several other less expensive options (as well as more expensive) on the market today if these are out of your budget.
11. Can you teach me how to make tails/will you tell me how you make your tails?
No. Sorry, but thats not what this business is for. Theres lots of info out there on the world wide web that can help you if your looking to make your own tail
12. How much is shipping?
Each tail is different so the price does vary depending on the tail and where the tail is going.
13. do you ship out of the country?
Yes, we ship all over!
14. I've emailed you several times with no response, whats the deal?
We apologize for this, and are continuously working on the problem. We get FLOODED with emails on the daily. Mostly from a younger crowd, We can't tell you how many times we have taken the time to email back and forth with a "Potential client" only to discover they were only 11. We Get several emails constantly asking questions that are already answered on this page. SO please title your email "READY TO ORDER" and try to include as much information about your order in your email. Heres an example of a perfect email..
"Hello, my name is BLANK. I am interested in placing an order for a BASIC/PERFORMANCE tail.
I have funds available and I'm ready to pay. I also have a design drawn out for you to use as reference for colors, etc.
Please email me and let me know if you are available for taking orders.
Thank you for your consideration."
15. Do you do custom flukes?
Absolutely! If you have a specific fluke design in mind we are happy to bring it to life for you. There is an additional charge but we will negotiate that while discussing your design. Depending on how complicated your sculpture is, how big it will need to be and how long it will take to sculpt will determine the price. generally between $400-$600 but can be more or less.
17. Will you paint my tail like "BLANK'S" tail?
If you send us a design that someone else already has, we WILL try to engourage you to alter the design so it isnt an exact duplicate. There SOOOO many imagintive, colorful, unique fish in the see and mermaids should be no exeption! We are the fantasy! So really dream up YOUR tail, there's no limit! And it also makes it way more fun for us too
18. Glow in the Dark or UV blacklight reactive option?
Yep
We can add UV or Glow in the dark features to your tail, It can be the entire tail for $200 or you can add thing like reactive spots, stripes or detailing in the fluke for $75. 19. Nude or gold waiste band?
Yes we can do that on your tail as well, no extra charge. If you would like a nude waiste line we just need a good photo reference for your skin type and we will try to match it as best as possible.
20.Glitter!?
YES! We can add a glitter top coat to ANY tail. All of Raven's tails actually have a glittle top coat. Its very subtle and doesnt really show up in photos but adds a little extra magic to the tails in person. We can do VERY VERY fine iridecents glitter for the most subtle look or tons and tons all over your fabulous tail if you want, just talk to us about the effect you are wishing to achive when discussing your design. Glitter top coat is $50 extra. We can also add this to scale bras as well for $10 extra.
21.Do you make Kids tails?
We have in the past and they are ADORABLE! but please keep in mind these are very expensive tails and your child WILL out grow them soon. But yes we will make them, even baby tails just contact us for pricing. If you would like to rent a childs tail or baby tail for a photoshoot we are able to do that as well.
22. Do you rent adult tails?
Right now we are not renting out adult tails, but we do plan on doing this in the future. Right now if you NEEDED to rent a tail you must be local.
23.Do you make spandex tails?
No sorry, but there are SEVERAL lovely fabric tail makers out there just do a quick google search for "swimmable spandex mermaid tail".
24. Is it extra for different Flukes or Scales?
Nope! just make sure to specify which ones you want when dicussing your design with us.
If you do have any questions that are not already answered here you can email us and we will try to get back to you as soon as we can.
But if you send us an email that just says "How much are your tails?" you probably wont get a response. (we get hundreds of these)
We will also try to keep updating this FAQ
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Fan artwork
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Hello!
Merbellas LOVE fan art! we are looking for some merbellas art work to add to as "fan art" album on our website, so If we have inspired you in anyway please send it to us so we can upload it to some of our other pages such as our facebook fan page www.facebook.com/pages/MerBell… and of course Merbellas.com
Thank you and much love to all!
Happy holidays from Merbellas
<3
Merbellas LOVE fan art! we are looking for some merbellas art work to add to as "fan art" album on our website, so If we have inspired you in anyway please send it to us so we can upload it to some of our other pages such as our facebook fan page www.facebook.com/pages/MerBell… and of course Merbellas.com
Thank you and much love to all!
Happy holidays from Merbellas
<3
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