when its done well (like that pic) so do I.

 

Apparently when you wash your hands they go a bit funny, but then fluff up again as they dry.

 

However, after a day they start to look like a manky bobbly overworn jumper - 

Yay!!!

 

'member we want pics.

 

 

 

My nails are just a plain irridescent gold atm..    until I have some acetone I am not attempting anything arty  

ok here's my very first attempt, the pink was put on yesterday and isnt the neatest but i just had to play with the stamper

 

Lol that's a terrible picture (it's a thumb btw)

Aww cute Jen  You have very slim thumb nails

I can't wait for the 25 monster plates to arrive, i only got 1 (7 images) with the kit

Had mine done, for my youngest son's 40th

 

I like those Hyjean, are they your own nails too? very sparkly

Our youngest texted me (yes she's 10 going on 18)

She decided she wants money for her birthday,

"I'm starting to save up for driving lessons now"

The monster bundle came today and all my nails are different!! Lol me and the eldest have been playing as for pics...,.. It's REALLY hard to get a decent pic!

I'm just looking on Amazon at nail articles and came across this (no pun intended) 

 

Ditty look what i found http://www.chemistdirect.co.uk...d&utm_campaign=0

I saw that the other day and thought it looked wrong

I did a lilac base today with purple tips but the tips look a bit brown  Definitely not the best choice of colours but I only wanted to try out the masking tape tips and the gold studs I bought.

 

I haven't had much time for nails over the past few days...   plus until I have the cash to get some acetone & some white polish (Ickle took both those to London with her), and some more top coat (running v short - am having to tip the bottle to get enough on the brush), my nails are either nekkid or normal. 

 

in the meantime..    some nail porn for you all... 

 

these pages take you to a couple of pages of thumbnails of designs from a blogger..     easy one page full of design inspirations (lots of printing)

 

http://www.ooohshinies.com/p/nail-art-i.html

 

http://www.ooohshinies.com/p/nail-art-ii.html

 

 

I might do something with dots later on..   if I do I will take pics & post

another page rammed full of ideas.. 

 

http://www.kelsiesnailfiles.com/view/flipcard

How have you got on with the studs Ells? I dont think i could manage with them, possibly for a couple of hours on a night out or at a party.... maybe but they wouldnt last long!

 

Ditty! I've been ooing and ahhhing while looking at those links! (my son was also at it at one point! lol)

 

I'm def off into town on monday to have a hunt around a few decent yet cheap polishes, i'm really enjoying the stamper!

Oh oh oh and have you all seen the glow in the dark stuff?

 

A messy attempt

 

 

Jen how does the stamper work, what do you do?

I'm dead boring when it comes to my finger nails, even though I love my toenails being all minxed up and shiny, my finger nails never get painted (or gelled) with anything other than a natural pinky colour. (The sort you would find in a french polish kit)

I'm not sure but I'm guessing it might be like a stencil kit.  (Probably totally wrong)

It's metal plates engraved with images, you glob polish on, scrap off excess and 'pick up' the image with a rubber stamper then roll it onto the nail. Theres loads of vids on youtube about it.

I think I'll watch one, cos I'm still a bit confused

 

Good explanation video, jump to about 5mins for the actual action.

Ahhhh I get it now, thanks for that Jen There is a good chance I'm too lazy to do that

They're still on since....whatever day I posted that pic?  I repolished the other nails though coz that paint was ugly.  They look a lot better when the other nails are plain purple.  They were really easy to put on as long as the nails are completely dry first then do the top coat and studs.

 

The ones I have are flat studs to they don't feel too bumpy.

I've started using one of those Tom Pellereau S Files, BRILLIANT, couldn't really see the point of it before I tried, (they were on offer in Sainsburys,) as I thought that I was perfectly capable of shaping my nails with a normal emery board after 40 years of practice, but it's great for a perfect 'professional' shape, highly recommended. 

Thanks supes, very good to know I painted my toenails bubblegum pink last night! An unusual choice for me but I fancied a change I like it

I don't do the nail art stuff Summer, wouldn't know where to begin, or have the patience, takes me all of my time to do a base coat, two layers of polish and a wet shine topcoat without doing something or other to smudge them so I often just use Barbara Daly's goodbye yellow for everyday to make them look nice and 'clean.' However, I was on holiday so made a bit more effort and used the S file, cuticle oil etc. and loads of people commented on how lovely my nails looked, only down side was I couldn't convince most that they were my own/that I hadn't had a professional manicure! 

Is this for discoloured nails due to prolonged use of coloured nail polish. I simply cannot go without wearing nail polish as my nails have become really discoloured. Does anyone have any tips?

Vicious circle Soozy, if you don't give your nails a rest from polish then they will likely become discoloured, but I can't do that other than for v brief periods because if I don't at least wear a clear varnish then they split and break. The 'goodbye yellow' (Barbara Daly from Tesco,) is great because it's quick, easy and makes your nails look healthier and a bit like you've had a french polish and whilst it doesn't actually cure the problem it's better than wearing coloured polish which can make matters worse. Other than that, I'd say try soaking your nails in lemon juice, buff and always wear a base coat before applying coloured polish. I've also read that soaking your nails in Steradent can work, but have never tried it, if you do please let me know how you get on!

 

 

I've just had a go at doing my nails, but having a little trouble getting the polish on.

 

Anyway, it's a brown polish and I think I have done a reasonable job.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ahhhh EC those give me the creeps!!  I hate the feeling of a 'bald' nail.  It's like finger nails on a chalk board to me *shudders*

 

I broke a nail on Saturday night (First world problems, I know!) but it has that bald feel to it and I've had to cover it with a plaster coz it gives me the heeby geebies.

 

 

ION....I have decided all that glitter, tape, studs etc is just too much like hard work and gone back to plain paint on my nails and a transfer on the thumb and ring finger nails which usually looks nice enough.  As sad as it sounds I am now in the process of finding the perfect colour for my holidays which isn't until 6 weeks time but I really do feel naked without having my nails done properly!

I love Barry M varnishes, they have great colours and last well

I've often wondered why they were so special - you've just convinced me to add one to my weekly shop!

Can I ask how much one of those files costs?

they'[re on offer in Sainsbury for £2.99 at the moment, Sweet