People are like stained-glass windows...


...they sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within. 

Today I decided to do a lead lighting technique. I recently acquired a few of the OPI sheer tints and even though I already have a whole set of the sheer Essie colors, I got sort of inspired to try to do this again.  I'm not super sure how much I've improved on it as this is only my second go round and they could certainly use some work still but I think overall they came out rather nicely.  I definitely want to play with this more in the future but I find myself short on stamps which would accommodate it so that's going to be obstacle number one! :P Check out the other girls art below!!

Splish Splash...


Moving along on the Digital Dozen challenge today I have another technique that I've never really tried before.  Well, I've tried it but never successfully executed it. This is a splatter mani.  Generally achieved by holding your nails over something you don't mind ruining and then tossing thinned polish at it.  I've never been able to do it without a heavy coat and I dont like it to be raised. I lost patience waiting for it to dry too so it ran a little and it smudged when I top coated. Oh well though. Still looks decent! Check out the other girls art below!



A rose by any other name would smell as sweet...


Today I have a pretty simple design for you.  I was experimenting with making decals using my sheer polishes.  I actually really LOVE this decal but I felt it was too large to look nice on every nail.  Then I started looking for smaller designs that would compliment it and the more I looked the more I really loved the start contrast of the blank nails beside it.  It's sort of like having a really large canvas and just putting a nice, large design in on one part of it.  It really makes it stand out. I don't think art always has to be busy.  It can definitely be just simple and classic.  Plus there is something about plain white nails that I can't get enough of!! Anyway check out the other girls art below!


The Digital Dozen DOES...New and Improved!



Today is a bit of a double dose for you all!!  Firstly, it's Digital Dozen week again.  This year we have some really awesome things coming up and we have some fresh new faces so don't forget to check out the links and admire all the new girls amazing talents! This month our theme is "New and Improved" and we're doing things that we haven't tried before OR that we've improved on.  At the moment I'm still fussing with when and where to take my photos in the new house so my lighting skillz will hopefully be new and IMPROVED next month! For now I offer my sincere apologies.  I've done a needle marble today and while it's not incredibly improved it does seem a bit more put together than previous ones I've tried. It obviously needs more work.  Today is also a music Monday and this technique was a great way to capture the art work of the band I'm currently spinning...

  
They're called The Sweeplings and they're sort of a folky pop group. If you like The Civil Wars (which I do!!) they're probably right up your alley! I hope you enjoy the art and again, you can check out the other girls art by clicking the link below!!


Forty Great Nail Art Ideas: Pale Blue Base


It's Friday! That means it's time for another design with The New Crumpets Nail Tarts! My challenge today was a pale blue base with scales or mermaid scales. I unfortunately have no plates with mermaid scales, something I must rectify soon!  However, I did have this fun plate which looks kind of scaley.  I used Butter London Kip for my pale blue base and then I sponged on some glitter and a darker blue for some interest.  Then I stamped the dark teal on for my scales. Looks pretty groovy! :P  Check out the other girls art below! 

Zoya Whispers Transistional Collection for 2016




 Today I have the Zoya Whispers Transitional Collection! This is a a six-piece transitional collection featuring soft neutrals and light shades.  I found the colors to be very muted and sort of grey toned but I really loved them!  I'm a big sucker for grey tones and soft colors and these really hit the spot. They aren't pastel so they're perfect for this time of year when you're switching over from darker fall and holiday tones. They're all also incredibly work appropriate which makes them a dream for those with office jobs like myself! I did find these all to be thinner than most Zoya shades so I've done three coats on them for even coverage. So onto the colors!



Ireland by Zoya can be best described as a uniquely wearable green that is muted enough to make it subtle yet still interesting. This green is well balanced between blue and yellow so it's flattering on all skin tones.


Cala by Zoya can be best described as a soft nude with a kiss of warmth that will flatter most skin tones.


April by Zoya can be best described as a light, rosy toned neutral that is a modern take on blush. April turned out to be one of my favorite colors. She's a PERFECT match for my skin tone and she's sheer enough to use as a one coat french color or layer up for nude coverage.


Eastyn by Zoya can be best described as a subtle grayed grape that is more interesting than mauve and gives a modern alternative that is ever so wearable. I found this one to be more of a griege tone than a grape but still very pretty!



Misty by Zoya can be best described as an easy to wear taupe that is an updated version of gray with just a touch of green to make it daring.  



Lake by Zoya can be best described as a softened blue that gives the effect of serene water with just a hint of vibrancy to preserve its luminosity.I really struggled with capturing the true color of this one. It's much bluer than the photo shows but it's also quite grey-ish like the rest of the collection.  I've used this one in some art that's upcoming so hopefully you'll get a better idea from that one!  These colors are available to order on the Zoya website AND right now they have an amazing deal that nets you FOUR polishes for FREE (you pay shipping) with code 4YOU!  Which shades will you be snagging?

**These colors were provided to me for my honest review. I have not been compensated for my opinion. Shade descriptions are taken from Zoya.com**

And I've been a little too nice, I know...


Happy new year everyone! This year I'm trying to get re-inspired with my nail art.  I used to see things all the time -- patterns and albums and just all sorts of things -- and think; that would make awesome nail art!  I never got around to doing loads of them and others just seemed to be well above my talent level.  So this year I want to try to get back into using more abstract things as inspiration.  For the month of January, and possibly in the future I'm going to do some art based on what I'm listening to that week.  Or rather, I suppose it will be based on what I'm listening to the week before!  So this week has been a very Priscilla Ahn type week.  I love her music because it's relaxing and gentle and her voice is very soothing.  It's great for days when you need a pick me up or days when you're feeling introspective.  The album art I've featured here is from her self titled EP.  I picked it up many years ago at an Anna Nalick concert with Joshua Radin where she was a featured singer. I've been in love with her music ever since. 


I accidentally reversed the face part but I feel pretty good about it since I'm terrible at doing art with people!! I hope you all enjoy these! Please check out Priscilla if you haven't already! If you do let me know what you think! :)

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