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title: "Video: How to Make a Mermaid Tail with Cuddle® Minky Plush Fabric"
description: This week, for Sew Together Tuesday, our National Educator Teresa Coates adds an underwater spin for a can’t miss tutorial (because after all, everything’s better down where it’s wetter!).
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# [Video: How to Make a Mermaid Tail with Cuddle® Minky Plush Fabric](https://blog.shannonfabrics.com/blog/video-how-to-make-a-mermaid-tail-with-cuddle-minky-plush-fabric)

 Written by [Shannon Fabrics](https://blog.shannonfabrics.com/blog/author/michael-nystrom) | Feb 18, 2022, 9:53:03 PM

Have you, or your little one, ever wanted to become a mermaid? We have, and still do!

This week, for Sew Together Tuesday, our National Educator Teresa Coates adds an underwater spin for a can’t miss tutorial (because after all, everything’s better down where it’s wetter!).

**See Related:** [How to Make a Nappy Bag with Cuddle® Minky Fabric (Sleep Sack Sewing Tutorial)](https://blog.shannonfabrics.com/blog/how-to-make-a-nappy-bag-with-cuddle-minky-fabric-sleep-sack-sewing-tutorial)

She’ll be sharing how to make a mermaid tail with Cuddle® minky plush fabric by using the [Cuddle® Mermaid and Doll pattern by Wendt Quilting](http://www.wendtquilting.com/shop/Patterns/p/Cuddle-Mermaid-x61835056.htm). It’s not meant for sleepwear, but it’s great for cozying up and daydreaming on the couch.

Join us for this awesome modern take on a snuggle bag as Teresa and Hawke broadcast this tutorial LIVE from Cupcake Fabrics & Quilts as part of their “On the Road” tour — [click here to learn more](https://blog.shannonfabrics.com/blog/shop-spotlight-cupcake-fabrics-quilts)!

*Patterns: Surf the Whale by McKay Manor Musers, Olivia the Octopus by Abby Glassenberg, William Whale, Oreo Orca and Sammy Shark by Funky Friends Factory*

## **Recommended fabrics and notions for sewing a mermaid tail with Cuddle®**

*These products can be substituted for whatever you have on hand, but here is what Teresa recommends for her mermaid tail sewing tutorial:*

**Fabric requirements:**

- 1 yd. Luxe Cuddle® Alpine Lagoon (Tail Body)
- 1 yd. Sparkle Cuddle® Glitter Navy/Silver (Tail Fin)
- 1 yd. Sketches Cuddle® Breeze/Navy (Lining) 
- Two 36” x 40” pieces of Quilters Dream polyester batting
- Two 18” x 36” pieces of ByAnnie Soft and Stable

**Notions and supplies:**

- 90/14 stretch machine needle —SCHMETZ
- Basting Spray –– ODIF 505
- Craft knife — OLFA
- Fabric clips — Clover
- Felt tip marker or ballpoint pen
- Hand sewing needle — SCHMETZ
- Long, flower head pins — Clover
- Micro-serrated scissors — Karen Kay Buckley, Famore or Kai
- Point turner — Clover
- Polyester thread — Metrosene by Mettler
- Rotary cutter and mat —OLFA
- Stiletto and Pressing Tool — ByAnnie
- Walking foot

## **Tips for making a mermaid tail with Cuddle® minky fabric**

- Use ODIF 505 spray to temporarily adhere the tail to batting before trimming.
- Quilt to hold the batting in position. You can do this with tack stitches or quilt a design such as the clamshell or cross hatch. Fluff seams to hide quilting, if desired.
- Use ByAnnie Soft and Stable to give more shape to the tail fins. 

## **Video: How to make a mermaid tail with Cuddle® minky fabric**

Mark your calendar — for the next episode of Season 8 of Sew Together Tuesday, Teresa will be going LIVE on the Shannon Fabrics [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/ShannonFabrics) and [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/user/ShannonFabrics/featured) at 10 am PDT on February 22 to share her tips on how to sew a mermaid tail with Cuddle® minky plush fabric.

Can't make it? Check back here after her live video concludes for the embedded on-demand video.

 

*If you have any questions about [Cuddle® minky plush fabrics](https://www.shannonfabrics.com/cuddle?view=all) or any of our [Cuddle® Kits](https://www.shannonfabrics.com/kits/cuddle-kits), feel free to contact our friendly, no-pressure customer service team at 866-624-5252.*

*Ready to start creating with Cuddle® minky fabric? Use our [store locator](https://www.shannonfabrics.com/index.php?main_page=store_locator) to find a selection of Cuddle® minky fabric online or near you.*

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