Sneakers Nails by Nessie

Sneakers... Trainers.... Converse... Runners..... Nail art! :)
This is my version! The 5 base colours are from a fab little Color Club set that I got from TK MAXX - it's a 7pc Super bright neon set and I ADORE the colours! The white tips are done using NYC 'Pinstripe White'. The black lines and the white laces were formed using my set of Acrylic paints, applied with an art brush... REALLY need to get a fine nail art pen, as these are a little messy in parts! :(
Loving this design - very cute and fun! x

Cath Kidston Nails by Nessie

I love these and was really happy the way they turned out! I love Cath Kidston's designs and this one is from a mug of her's that I have. The Blue polish used is by Angelica, 'Skylar' (81) - It's a really pretty pastel blue, ideal for this. All artwork is done using my acrylic paints :)

Robin Moses Inspired Nails by Nessie

I saw this design on Robin Moses YouTube page - Pastel Flowers. I just thought it was the cutest ever!
The white I used here is NYC 'Pinstripe White' (Shade 134) and Arcylic Paints for the art work. I like this one! :)

Bumblebee Nails by Nessie

My twist on Bumbleebee Nails! Buzzzzzz!!!! :)
The background is GOSH 'Lavender Love' - looks bluer in the pic, it's more of a purply blue in reality.
The Black, White and Yellow are from a set of Acrylic Paints I have, applied with an artists brush :)

Nail Stamping by Nessie ~ Konad M74

I've looking at some great examples of Nail stamping for a while and been feeling Mega jealous of how cool they all looked! So, I bought myself a little Nail Stamping Kit, from Konad, a few days ago. the pic here is my 2nd attempt - you don't wanna see my first try, trust me! It was one big mess! I still need loads of practice before I really get the hang of it, but I had fun none the less, so all's good! :)
The Blue used here is Sally Hansen Complete Manicure 'Calypso Blue' (440) with Konad white polish stamped using the M74 plate. I urge anyone to have a go at this if you haven't tried it!

Newspaper Nails by Nessie

After seeing this on the internet, I was dying to have a go for myself! ..... And, it wasn't too difficult, to be honest. I used Mavala 'Geneve' (Shade 22) for the base and let that really dry first. They say you are meant to use Rubbing Alcohol for the next stage, but I didn't as I found out it's quite pricey in the chemist. Instead, I used vodka and it seemed to do the trick ok :)

• Apply a white-ish polish to your nails and let thoroughly dry.
• Pour a little vodka in to a small dish/bowl (you only need a little!)
• Get your little piece of newspaper and dip it in to the vodka for 2 or 3 seconds.
• Next, carefully place the newspaper on your nail, and press down firmly for about 10 seconds - please ensure that you don't move the newspaper in any way while you're holding it down for the 10 seconds. 
• Now, gently peel off the newspaper and.... Voila! You should see the design has transferred! 
• To seal your design, apply some topcoat, using as few strokes as possible - to avoid 'pulling' the letters, if that makes sense! 

As you can see from the picture, my top coat messed up the letters a bit. Next time I try it, I'll be gentler!

Catrice Miss Piggy Reloaded with Nail Art by Nessie

This was my first attempt at trying out some nail art. Used Catrice Miss Piggy Reloaded, Shade 480, for the background - A lovely pink with a little shimmer to it. For the nail art, I used some watercolours, straight from the tubes, applied with a old paintbrush from school days. 

Hey there!

I am TOTALLY new to this blogging biz, so please bear with me! I have a developed a new found love for nail polish, nail art and ...well... ahem, more nail related stuff! :)
I'm just going to be posting up my attempts at nail art, polishes I like, effects I like, fave colours, tips/ideas, inspirations etc etc....