I have been saving up a bunch of Christmas manis on Pinterest and am excited to try them out. This first one is a little...rough... My nail art technique and outcomes are not something to really brag about, but I'm excited to try new things and I like knowing that I'm being honest about my attempts. Sometimes it gets discouraging to see all of the amazing nail art out there and know I don't measure up. For the ladies like me out there, I want you to know you can still enjoy decorating your nails and be okay when it comes out a little...funky.
So, this inspiration came from Pinterest. I tried to connect back to the original blog, but it's missing, so if you know whose this is, let me know so I can give credit!
My freehand bows are rough, but I don't hate them. I used 2 coats of OPI Danke-shiny Red. I love this rich, shimmery red and it's amazing coverage in two coats. They go on so smooth and the finish is shiny and gorgeous. I highly recommend this one from the Germany collection!
Over the top, I added a thin coat of the red glitter Snowman polish. I picked up two of these little guys (the flaky/iridescent glitter and the shredded teal glitter). BUT, what does my mom send me for Thanksgiving? The red glitter, the pink, and the teal! She's kind of the best. So, I added this fine red glitter in a clear base over the top. The color matches perfectly and just adds a little sparkle to Danke-shiny.
I used my trusty Sinful Colors Snow Me White for the ribbons and added Spoiled Daddy's Credit Card for the silver accent. On my thumbs and ring fingers I added a little silver rhinestone. We'll see how long they last at work!
I'm VERY glad that you cannot see my right hand as well :). I couldn't just paint bows on my left, though. I kind of wish that I had just done one on my accent nails instead of all 5, but this is my week off of classes, so I'll have more time to paint without papers to grade. Plus, I've got too much holiday excitement to not move onto a new design soon!
Are you feelin' festive? Are your nails showing it? What holiday designs are you rocking that you think I need to try?
I think this idea is super cute!
ReplyDeleteIsn't it? I loved it when I found the pin! My freehand skills are very rough, but I had to try them and I was SO surprised by all of the compliments I got today! A lady even asked where I got my nails done... I laughed and said "my apartment." Isn't it the best when that happens?
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