How To Make A Fursuit Tail?

How to Make a Fursuit Tail

Fursuit tails are a popular and essential part of many fursuit costumes. They can be made from a variety of materials, including faux fur, fabric, and foam. In this article, we will show you how to make a fursuit tail using faux fur. We will provide step-by-step instructions and tips, so you can create your own unique and stylish tail.

What You Will Need

To make a fursuit tail, you will need the following materials:

  • Faux fur fabric
  • Fabric glue
  • Polyester filling
  • Sewing needle and thread
  • Scissors
  • Hot glue gun and glue sticks
  • Optional: Wire armature

Instructions

1. Cut out two pieces of faux fur fabric, each the same size as your desired tail.
2. Sew the two pieces of fabric together along the edges, leaving a small opening for turning.
3. Turn the tail right side out and stuff it with polyester filling.
4. Close the opening with either fabric glue or sew it shut.
5. (Optional) If you want to add a wire armature to your tail, do so now.
6. Trim the fur around the edges of the tail to your desired shape.
7. Add any desired details, such as a pom-pom or tassel.

Your fursuit tail is now complete! You can wear it with your fursuit or display it on your own.

Step Materials Instructions
1. Gather your materials.
  • Fur fabric
  • Foam
  • Thread
  • Needle
  • Polyfil
  • Elastic cord
  1. Cut out two pieces of fur fabric, one for the front of the tail and one for the back.
  2. Cut out a piece of foam the same size as the front of the tail.
  3. Sew the front and back of the tail together, leaving a small opening for turning.
  4. Turn the tail right side out and stuff it with polyfil.
  5. Close the opening with a needle and thread.
  6. Attach the elastic cord to the top of the tail.
2. Sew the tail together.
  • Use a whip stitch to sew the front and back of the tail together, leaving a small opening for turning.
  • Turn the tail right side out and stuff it with polyfil.
  • Close the opening with a needle and thread.
A picture of a fursuit tail being sewn together.
3. Attach the elastic cord.
  • Cut a piece of elastic cord the same length as the circumference of your waist.
  • Thread the elastic cord through the top of the tail.
  • Tie the ends of the elastic cord together in a knot.
A picture of a fursuit tail with the elastic cord attached.

A fursuit tail is a furry accessory that can be worn to add to your fursuit character’s personality. It can be made from a variety of materials, such as fur, fabric, or foam. This guide will show you how to make a fursuit tail using fur, fabric, and foam.

Materials and Tools

Fur

The fur you use for your tail will depend on the style of tail you want to make. For a realistic-looking tail, you will want to use a long, plush fur. For a more stylized tail, you can use a shorter, stiffer fur.

Fabric

You will need fabric to line the inside of your tail. This will help to keep it from being too bulky and to make it more comfortable to wear. You can use any type of fabric that you like, but a lightweight fabric will be the most comfortable.

Foam

You will need foam to give your tail its shape. You can use a variety of types of foam, such as craft foam, upholstery foam, or yoga mat foam.

Elastic

You will need elastic to attach the tail to your fursuit. You can use a thin elastic band or a thicker, more durable elastic cord.

Needle and thread

You will need a needle and thread to sew the pieces of your tail together. You can use a sewing machine, or you can sew by hand.

Sewing machine (optional)

A sewing machine will make the process of sewing your tail much easier. However, you can also sew by hand if you do not have a sewing machine.

Hot glue gun

A hot glue gun will be helpful for attaching the fur to the fabric and for attaching the tail to your fursuit.

Fabric glue

Fabric glue will be helpful for attaching the lining to the tail.

Safety eyes

You can add safety eyes to your tail to give it a more realistic look.

Pattern

The first step in making a fursuit tail is to draw a pattern. You can find a pattern online or you can draw your own. The pattern should include the following pieces:

  • The main body of the tail
  • The tail tip
  • The tail base

Once you have drawn your pattern, you can cut it out of paper.

Cutting out the fabric

The next step is to cut out the fabric pieces for your tail. You will need to cut two pieces of fur for the main body of the tail, two pieces of fabric for the lining, and one piece of foam for the tail tip.

The size of the fabric pieces will depend on the size of the tail you want to make. You can use the pattern you drew to help you cut out the fabric pieces.

Sewing the pieces together

Once you have cut out the fabric pieces, you can sew them together. You will need to sew the two pieces of fur together for the main body of the tail, and you will need to sew the two pieces of fabric together for the lining.

You can sew the pieces together by hand or by using a sewing machine. If you are sewing by hand, use a needle and thread that is the same color as the fur. If you are using a sewing machine, use a thread that is the same color as the fabric.

Turning the tail right side out

Once you have sewn the pieces of the tail together, you will need to turn it right side out. To do this, you will need to carefully cut a small hole in the seam of the tail. Then, you will need to use a blunt object, such as a pencil or a chopstick, to push the tail through the hole.

Once the tail is turned right side out, you will need to sew the hole closed. You can sew the hole closed by hand or by using a sewing machine. If you are sewing by hand, use a needle and thread that is the same color as the fur. If you are using a sewing machine, use a thread that is the same color as the fabric.

Attaching the tail to your fursuit

The final step is to attach the tail to your fursuit. You can attach the tail to your fursuit using elastic or hot glue.

If you are using elastic, you will need to cut a piece of elastic that is long enough to go around your waist. Then, you will need to sew the elastic to the tail base.

If you are using hot glue, you will need to apply a small amount of hot glue to the tail base. Then, you will need to press the tail base onto your fursuit.

Now that you know how to make a fursuit tail, you can create your own furry character and bring

3. Padding

Once you have sewn the tail together, it’s time to pad it. This will help to give the tail its shape and make it more comfortable to wear.

To pad the tail, you will need:

  • Foam
  • Fabric glue
  • Needle and thread

1. Cut a piece of foam to the same size as the inside of the tail.
2. Apply fabric glue to the inside of the tail and stick the foam in place.
3. Sew the opening closed.

Make sure that the tail is evenly padded. If it is too thick in some areas, it will be uncomfortable to wear. If it is too thin in some areas, it will not have the desired shape.

4. Finishing Touches

Once the tail is padded, you can add the finishing touches. This includes adding safety eyes to the front of the tail, painting the tail with acrylic paint, and adding any other details you want.

To add safety eyes to the front of the tail, you will need:

  • Safety eyes
  • Epoxy glue

1. Drill a small hole in the front of the tail for each eye.
2. Apply a small amount of epoxy glue to the back of each eye.
3. Press the eyes into the holes and hold them in place for a few minutes until the glue dries.

To paint the tail with acrylic paint, you will need:

  • Acrylic paint
  • Paintbrush

1. Choose the colors of paint that you want to use.
2. Paint the tail with the colors of your choice.
3. Let the paint dry completely.

You can also add any other details you want to the tail, such as fur, stripes, or a pattern. Just be sure to use materials that are safe for your fursuit.

Making a fursuit tail is a fun and rewarding project. By following these steps, you can create a tail that is both comfortable and stylish. So what are you waiting for? Get started today!

How to Make a Fursuit Tail?

  • What materials do I need?

You will need the following materials to make a fursuit tail:

  • Fabric (fur, faux fur, or fleece)
  • Wadding or stuffing
  • Elastic cord
  • Needle and thread
  • Sewing machine (optional)
  • Safety eyes (optional)
  • What steps do I need to follow?

To make a fursuit tail, follow these steps:

1. Cut out two pieces of fabric in the shape of your tail.
2. Sew the pieces together, leaving a small opening for turning.
3. Turn the tail right side out and stuff it with wadding or stuffing.
4. Sew the opening closed.
5. Add elastic cord to the top of the tail and attach safety eyes (if desired).

  • What are some tips for making a fursuit tail?

Here are some tips for making a fursuit tail:

  • Use a sewing machine if you have one, but it is also possible to sew by hand.
  • Make sure the fabric is thick enough to support the weight of the tail.
  • Use a strong thread and sew the tail securely.
  • Add safety eyes to the tail if you want it to be more realistic.
  • What are some common mistakes people make when making fursuit tails?

Here are some common mistakes people make when making fursuit tails:

  • Using too thin of fabric
  • Not sewing the tail securely enough
  • Not adding enough stuffing
  • Not adding safety eyes
  • Where can I find more information on making fursuit tails?

Here are some resources where you can find more information on making fursuit tails:

  • [The Fursuit Maker’s Handbook](https://www.amazon.com/Fursuit-Makers-Handbook-Making-Fursuits/dp/1466509149)
  • [The Fursuit Tutorials](https://www.fursuittutorials.com/)
  • [The Fursuit Makers Discord Server](https://discord.gg/fursuit)

    In this tutorial, we have shown you how to make a fursuit tail. We started by gathering the materials you would need, then we went over the steps involved in making the tail. We discussed how to measure your body for the tail, how to cut and sew the fur, and how to attach the tail to your bodysuit. We also provided tips on how to make your tail look more realistic and how to care for it.

We hope that this tutorial has been helpful and that you are now able to make your own fursuit tail. If you have any questions, please feel free to leave them in the comments below.

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