Love-ly Nail Art Challenge: Day 6

Okay, I am behind in posting this! I was having issues with my camera (*ahem* phone).  I promise I did have the manicure done on the correct day, though. :)

I am very unhappy with how it came out. It is just ugly and doesn't look like lips at all. Oh well, you win some, you lose some! I disliked this so much I only did it on one hand. The other just had a glitter gradient.

For this manicure, I used Orly's Red Haute for the lips, a cheapo red glitter by Heavenly, Orly's Tiara, and Fingerpaint's Where Art Renoir? (Which I LOVE, by the way!)

Next up, Valentine Candy!

Day 1: Black & White Mani

I have decided to jump on the bandwagon with Crumpet's 31 day nail challenge. I realize I am behind everyone else, but it looks fun so I want to play too.

Day 1 is a black and white mani, and I've never actually done one of these so I was excited to try it out. I really struggle with leaving out pink and glitter!

I used China Glaze: Liquid Leather for the black and the world's crappiest white polish ever (a very old bottle of some Sally Hansen Nearly Nude: White). On top is Seche Vite. Thank goodness it has the magical ability to hide streaks in the white! Here's my base:

I decided to go with a little bit of everything: some stamping, some fimo canes I would probably never use otherwise, AND some rhinestones! I know it's not perfect (my manis NEVER are), but I am very pleased with the results! As usual my hands are different because I couldn't decide.

The first theme is cards. I was surprised that the set of Bundle Monster plates I have doesn't have a single gambling pattern! I decided fishnet would fit it closely enough.... I had Poker Face stuck in my head while I was doing this hand.

I would never choose to put cards on my fingers, (I'm not much of a card player) but hey, they are black and white! I couldn't resist the urge of just a little bit of red sparkle.

The other hand is heart themed. I struggled with the text stamp (this is the second try showing here). I've used this stamp before and had trouble. I don't know what it is about this design, but I love it anyway!

Very exciting! I might even keep these for more than a day! I keep looking at them and getting all excited so I know they're a win. :)

Happy Painting!

China Glaze: Liquid Leather

I love China Glaze.

Liquid Leather is no exception. When applied correctly, it is easy to have full coverage with no patchiness or streaks with only one coat. I used two coats in this picture, because I was a little heavy handed on the right side and left a big 'ol spot!

China Glaze: Liquid Leather

This black is very glossy. Even without a topcoat, it has a mirror finish. I can literally see my face on my thumb. I guess that's why it's "liquid" leather, right?

Overview of Formula:

• This polish is thick enough to stamp with.
• One coat is possible with correct application.
• This polish is very glossy.

Happy Painting!