tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2516880500394697712024-03-19T08:41:42.648+00:00TopTwentyNailsTopTwentyNails is at the forefront of the nail industry - always looking for new ideas, products, collections and techniques. This blog is to showcase what I have found and sharing my thoughts with you!Claire Fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04161257819507534631noreply@blogger.comBlogger147125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-251688050039469771.post-20202996371690470752015-10-17T07:56:00.001+01:002015-10-17T07:56:30.570+01:00Nail Art using OPI GelColor<div>A new client asked for some camo print nails, I was of course only too happy to do these. All hand painted using OPI GelColor. </div><div><br></div><div>The base is the classic You Don't Know Jacques and the design has been created using the Venice Collection in My Gondola Or Yours and Baroque...But Still Shopping.</div><div><br></div><div>Each layers was cured in the OPI LED lamp before moving on the the next one to prevent any movement of the gel.</div><div><br></div><div>Loving this subtle yet different look!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX5wUOtpY83pcWxUbcAcC_TmcW19MwDkhIAouHKy3gE7svGjeMRKbH7zId2rjkPf875eOPmWRXEGGuBWFbIMN-wzng1Gjpxy-6i0RWVlzcbtNSimBU9hKuqeGHq_ZQjV4AijoHIVb0arX4/s640/blogger-image--1255808549.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX5wUOtpY83pcWxUbcAcC_TmcW19MwDkhIAouHKy3gE7svGjeMRKbH7zId2rjkPf875eOPmWRXEGGuBWFbIMN-wzng1Gjpxy-6i0RWVlzcbtNSimBU9hKuqeGHq_ZQjV4AijoHIVb0arX4/s640/blogger-image--1255808549.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>Have a great weekend,</div><div>Claire xxx</div><div><br></div><div><br></div>Claire Fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04161257819507534631noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-251688050039469771.post-27600372086574723192015-08-01T17:23:00.001+01:002015-08-01T17:23:24.679+01:00Nail Art using OPI GelColor in Cajun Shrimp<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Many of my clients tend to want plain nails. This is due to work commitments, or needing to match a number of outfits. </span><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">One of my clients this week wanted a polka dot accent nails on her Cajun Shrimp natural nails! I was of course very happy to oblige!!!</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilisgrZftQyPxRr9rUJs0GqS-DeZ9AMbOXEKwZVnJ-rhAul8kG1R6lI6_ErXnPrcUxLhwFqQ_5cAM_sZlJ7wLOu_AWj6QgJHxvmaLHViRA82Q2E3BwxSsdIAL3Kr05Cd_9A7dHAeN75qZx/s640/blogger-image--1541830157.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilisgrZftQyPxRr9rUJs0GqS-DeZ9AMbOXEKwZVnJ-rhAul8kG1R6lI6_ErXnPrcUxLhwFqQ_5cAM_sZlJ7wLOu_AWj6QgJHxvmaLHViRA82Q2E3BwxSsdIAL3Kr05Cd_9A7dHAeN75qZx/s640/blogger-image--1541830157.jpg"></a></div><br><div>Applying nail art using gel means that you can change and perfect your design before curing, ensuring that the client is completely happy with the design.</div><div><br></div><div>Dots are possibly one of the easiest ways of adding some hand painted nail art, and with gel, the possibilities are endless.</div><div><br></div><div>The colour used to contrast is OPI GelColor in the dark taupe 'How Great Is Your Dane' from the Nordic Collection.</div><div><br></div><div>Have a great weekend!</div><div><br></div><div>Claire xxx</div>Claire Fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04161257819507534631noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-251688050039469771.post-24915819667901034392015-02-21T21:57:00.001+00:002015-02-21T21:57:37.137+00:00Hen Night Nails using OPI GelColorI created these nails for a client heading off on her hen night. She wanted something bright but still subtle enough to go to work with!!<br />
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I used my bad for a bridal party today, where I used both OPI GelColour and Shellac for 6 clients. The bag held all my product and lamps as well as extra nail art products. As I had so many clients and 2 services, I carried my towel separately, but if using one system this bag would give you plenty of room, I even had extra space! Very impressed with this bag, and hope it wears well as I will be using it a lot!!<br />
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<br />Claire Fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04161257819507534631noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-251688050039469771.post-46197562703740105302014-10-27T11:14:00.001+00:002014-10-27T11:14:35.691+00:00Halloween Inspired Nails using OPI GelColor Comet In The SkyI managed to get my hands on the limited edition black and holo glitter Comet In The Sky from the OPI Holiday 2014 range. I thought it would look great over orange, so inadvertently ended up with Halloween nails!! <div><br></div><div>For this look I used the NEON Juice Bar Hopping and Comet In The Sky. A coat of alpine snow was applied under the NEON to ensure I really got a bright result.</div><div><br></div><div>I love the glitter, it has different size pieces and really sparkles under the light. </div><div><br></div><div>Have a great halloween!!!</div><div><br></div><div>Claire x</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8A7t_1orxvZ-acO2J1_AJeMiiNT38zwJoA9KivMcc0sksNW4XUh3enhNdi4lmcyZNyn-y9yuq3wUOdVs1_oP-dYMXeMeonDPDNcaMd9F7aiy7Mi-drcHBxHYz8rI64Q7D9MTqj_t6BTlu/s640/blogger-image--1431520773.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8A7t_1orxvZ-acO2J1_AJeMiiNT38zwJoA9KivMcc0sksNW4XUh3enhNdi4lmcyZNyn-y9yuq3wUOdVs1_oP-dYMXeMeonDPDNcaMd9F7aiy7Mi-drcHBxHYz8rI64Q7D9MTqj_t6BTlu/s640/blogger-image--1431520773.jpg"></a></div><br></div>Claire Fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04161257819507534631noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-251688050039469771.post-69565129269433546632014-10-12T18:02:00.001+01:002014-10-12T18:02:26.259+01:00Nail Art IdeasThese last few weeks have been crazy busy which I love, in-between various events I have managed to pull together these nail art ideas which have been inspired by much of what I have seen at events, other techs and social media! <br />
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I have decided to set up a nail art channel on YouTube to offer my advice on designs, and how they can be created. I will be using a mixture of both professional and everyday products to help expand and inspire you!</div>
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<br />Claire Fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04161257819507534631noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-251688050039469771.post-13636505732942244612014-09-16T22:07:00.001+01:002014-09-16T22:37:18.028+01:00Cheap Shellac - Is Cheaper Ever Better?I have had a number of clients recently that have come to me with a variety of issues, mainly from using 'cheap' services. Clients are attracted by price, and find that they are spending more money fixing them problems than using a reputable therapist in the first place.<div><br></div><div>Many clients want instant results and this is sometimes the problem and why enhancements are applied onto nails that simply should not have product applied. Quite often the products are incorrectly applied, or is just not the product the client thought they were getting. I have had so many clients come to me with a soak off gel manicure, when actually they have acrylic enhancements!</div><div><br></div><div>The best way to avoid problems is to educate yourself on what you are asking for. The internet is a minefield, however in general there is some great information. If you have been recommended a brand, look them up, or contact the manufacturer. Some even have a salon finder where you can look up salons that are authorised therapists.</div><div><br></div><div><div>A few things to look out for when using a new therapist are:</div><div><br></div><div>Insurance - all services offered should be covered by the therapists insurance. The certificate should be displayed in their salon. If mobile, the therapist should be willing to show you a copy/Image - this is the digital age after all!!</div><div><br></div><div>Hygiene - therapists should wash and sanitise hands between each client. Sanitising hand gel at the very least should be used! Tools should also be sanitised and disinfected, tools should be soaked in barbicide (or equivalent) where possible, and where not (ie a mobile therapist), IPA should be used before disinfecting at the end of their day.</div><div><br></div><div>Trade Certificates - There are many training courses around, and most are perfectly good. Look up where the training certificates are from if you are unsure. Many big brands only use certain training providers. Although training for qualified nail techs is not required for all products, those that have trained with individual products will have a greater knowledge about the products they are using.</div><div><br></div><div>Products - how can you tell if the product being used is authentic? This is a little trickier, but a few pointers can help. This is how you spell 'Shellac', it is manufactured by CND (Creative Nail Design) and is one of the original Power Polishes. Anything that says 'blue sky shellac' or 'shellak' is not real! Do not use this, it was not purchased from an authorised stockist and will therefore not be insured should anything go wrong. SweetSquared and Ellisons are the only authorised distributors in the UK. This is similar for OPI, professional products are supplied through Lena White. If you are unsure about the origin of a products, question them! Some products, for example Gelish, is more widely available, however certificates need to be produced for a trained therapist to purchase products.</div></div><div><br></div><div>The problem with using products that have not been purchased through the authorised channels is that you and your therapist has no idea what is in the bottle!!</div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Cost - this is a tricky subject. Sometimes there are very good therapists that charge cheap prices, or have offers on and introductory rates. In general though, too cheap is too good to be true. If someone is charging £10 for a mobile gel service, the therapist is losing money, by the time product, consumables, insurance, laundry, travel and the original cost of equipment are factored in, let alone what a therapists time is worth! They are making no money - why are they charging so little, and what sort of service are you expecting?</span></div><div><br></div><div>Services overview</div><div><br></div><div>Acrylic Enhancements - acrylic in its traditional form is called Liquid & Powder, this application is where powder is mixed with monomer (the smelly stuff), and applied in a bead to the nail. You should always ask to see the container for both the liquid & powder. I have seen many salons that remove products from original containers - this is staying on your nails - what are they using?!?! Most clients I have will have l&p applied that is almost impossible to remove. Using correct application and products, the nails will remove easily and leave very little, hopefully no, damage to the nail plate. Ridges in your nails are caused from over filing! Do not let your therapist do this!!</div><div><br></div><div>Gel Enhancements - Gel nails are an acrylate and are similar to the traditional l&p described above. This products is applied from a pot that looks like thick paint and is painted on the nail with a flat brush and then cured in a light. Enhancements are created by building a shape to the nail to add strength. These nails are shinier. There are a number of brands that offer traditional hard gels. Again, ask for the brand and look at the pots, they should all be labelled.</div><div><br></div><div>Soak Off Gels - these are the most popular services, 3 weeks of colour on to natural nails with 15 minute removal time. There are numerous versions of these gels, from Biosculpture and OPI Axxium SOG, to Shellac, Gelish & OPI GelColor. The more recent versions of soak off gels tend to come in nail polish style bottles, with the exception of Biosculpture, OPI Axxium SOG and CND Brisa Lite. Look up the brands being used, ensure they are not an eBay only product!!</div><div><br></div><div>Manicures - when incorrect or unauthorised creams are used, clients can have reactions and skin problems, why risk damaging your skin when using something unlabelled.</div><div><br></div><div>Pedicures - when was the foot spa last cleaned, sanitised and disinfected? This should happen between every client, mobile or not! A way round is is to use liners for the foot spa such as the Footsie bath spa and liners. Make sure it is clean!!</div><div><br></div><div>Nail wraps - there are so many wraps available it is impossible to know where to start with this! Minx is probably the most popular and common nail wrap when looking for a reputable service. These come in packaging clearly marked Minx, if another name is on the wrapper, you are not getting the product you want!</div><div><br></div><div>This is not a complete list of products or services, but I hope that this post has given you a little insight and confidence to talk to you therapist about products, to ensure that you are getting the product you want, in a safe and protected way.</div><div><br></div><div>Thanks for taking the time to read this.</div><div><br></div><div>Claire xxx</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div>Claire Fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04161257819507534631noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-251688050039469771.post-45523454203993234172014-08-25T13:45:00.001+01:002014-08-25T19:40:25.934+01:00Rouge Louboutin Nail Polish from Christian Louboutin<div>
As a treat, I ordered the Christin Louboutin 'Rouge Louboutin' nail polish from the new Beaute Louboutin range which launched in August 2014 in the UK.<br />
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I was not disappointed with my purchase! Although more expensive that my usual nail polishes at £36 +delivery, the sheer look of the polish is totally worth it, and the polish I think is really very good. <br />
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The coverage from one coat alone would be absolutely fine for every day wear, and two coats give superb coverage. <br />
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Having looked at other manicures using this polish, I used a border style/outline style nail art in black to imitate the look from the sole of the shoes. The black shown is using Chanel Black Satin, just to keep in with the designer theme! I was going to do all hands, but I ran out of napping time with the baby! I think I may add some crystals to the ring fingers when I do this manicure for a special occasion.<br />
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The brush took a little getting used to, but works like a pen and one you've done one or two nails, using it come naturally. The only problem I had was with the cat trying to hit the brush out of my hand!!<br />
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When applied very thin, it can look a little pink, but thickened up, or with two coats this disappears completely.<br />
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I am very fortunate to own a couple of pairs of Christian Louboutin shoes, and this polish is really up my street, as I love the designer. If you are not a fan of Louboutin shoes, you may not want to splurge the cash, but I am very pleased with my purchase and will look at other colours in the collection when they launch, what girl isn't up for some glamour?!</div>
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Claire Fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04161257819507534631noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-251688050039469771.post-52180978446428709782014-08-21T21:47:00.000+01:002014-08-21T21:47:37.668+01:00Purple Nails - Colour Me Crazy Challenge - Week 7This weeks nails are purple!!<br />
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Reverse French / Moon Manicure design with flowers. I have had so many compliments with this design, I will be using it with other colours!!</div>
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Essie Incognito - dark green</div>
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Claire Fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04161257819507534631noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-251688050039469771.post-23399600567541624482014-08-21T12:29:00.002+01:002014-08-21T12:29:44.399+01:00Nails in BorehamwoodHi Guys,<br />
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I have had a lot of messages asking me where I am based, so I thought I would answer you all in one post :) !<br />
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I have a salon in Borehamwood, and will travel for private clients, session work and any nail need both within the UK and Internationally.<br />
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For more information, please take a look at my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TopTwentyNails">Facebook</a> page for contact details, and the prices for private clients.<br />
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I look forward to working with you!<br />
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Claire xClaire Fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04161257819507534631noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-251688050039469771.post-43675297517523580492014-08-11T10:49:00.001+01:002014-08-11T10:49:25.669+01:00Pink Nails - Colour Me Crazy Challenge - Week 6To quote Aerosmith:<br />
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3. Buff in the additive (a little goes a VERY long way) and remover the stickers/tape. The brush used here is a sable gel brush, any nail art brush will do.<br />
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4. Apply additional colours if required, either free hand or with stickers/tape. To avoid colour crossover, you may want to top coat in between colours. For this look I have not.<br />
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The idea works on the colour wheel, where by pink and blue are on opposite sides. This means that the blue on bunk lips turns a lovely berry colour.<br />
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This does not look blue on lips, it is a lovely hint of colour that lasts for a a few hours. I find the impact looks best after 15 minutes of application.<br />
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The constancy is similar to a lip balm, slightly tackier. It tingles on the lips slightly, similar in feel to using a mint lip balm. <br />
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It claims that it will also make teeth look whiter. I cannot comment on this, as I can't really tell, but no harm if it does help, no one wants teeth to look discoloured!<br />
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Hello Sailor is different many of the other Lipstick Queen Products I own, but is a nice addition to my collection. The most similar product to it, that I own would be the Chinatown Lipgloss Pencil in Mystery, however this is already a berry colour.<br />
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Who remembers 'kiss/chase', netbalks lessons, learning the ABC and of course the endless noughts & crosses across our workbooks!</div>
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The blue is from Illamasqua and the colour is Force. A great nail polish, highly pigmented, long wear. This is shown without top coat.</div>
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The details have been done with acrylic paints and a small nail art brush.</div>
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Essie - Going Incognito (Dark Green)</div>
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For these yellow nails I used OPI's Banana Bandana, the pink is Illamasqua's Collide and the matte top coat is Essie's Matte About You.</div>
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Claire Fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04161257819507534631noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-251688050039469771.post-68903912711405849712014-07-19T09:43:00.001+01:002014-07-19T09:43:51.165+01:00Shellac Wildfire - Bright Red NailsRed nails are classic, they go with anything and everything. Always adding a touch of class to an outfit!<div><br></div><div>My new client asked for a classic red nail, so I chose Shellac's Wildfire. It is a classic bright red, not too pink or orange. No shimmers, glitters or effects.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3rDGV6ZbH4D7zHk8AuhmgD2ycvXWlfSBW3ujZZoU0a0xXefEgIg7X5ub1Pyne9Bl7XQsTkDY3fdSL620IRbJpeHq9VMdwvPQyC3TcEzD4ej_SVEP1QAOBwsc6YttiSh0axOR6Y-hWv9yU/s640/blogger-image--183333598.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3rDGV6ZbH4D7zHk8AuhmgD2ycvXWlfSBW3ujZZoU0a0xXefEgIg7X5ub1Pyne9Bl7XQsTkDY3fdSL620IRbJpeHq9VMdwvPQyC3TcEzD4ej_SVEP1QAOBwsc6YttiSh0axOR6Y-hWv9yU/s640/blogger-image--183333598.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">What reds do you like to use? </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Hope you're having a great weekend!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Claire x</div><br></div>Claire Fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04161257819507534631noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-251688050039469771.post-13553901841731206752014-07-18T13:09:00.001+01:002014-07-18T13:09:50.621+01:00OPI Juice Bar Hopping - Neon Orange<div>I<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> am really loving using OPI's GelColor. I do love my Shellac, but the OPI colours and the super fast LED curing is really swaying me towards the OPI!</span></div><div><br></div><div>Continuing the orange theme, my client last night wanted bright orange, what a great oppertunity to try out the OPI Neon range! The orange is called Juice Bar Hopping, it is a great bright orange, which looks slightly brighter when used with a white as a first coat, followed with 2 colour coats.</div><div><br></div><div>The colour and look is just amazing under a black light, I will be wearing this the next time I go out!!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdJF6-NN4g9xj_3J8VnSAV3zqa_LpVijOU4RHNMlpqtFCxIG-7HLoYOAQvxr98ICz7MVHHmZvwrrto4NhBHxNiZftQxZzf6g08m48iFiLCvt7Y_gqfbMtSomf5i7XiA1sCj6yMsNkzGHgs/s640/blogger-image-1223126161.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdJF6-NN4g9xj_3J8VnSAV3zqa_LpVijOU4RHNMlpqtFCxIG-7HLoYOAQvxr98ICz7MVHHmZvwrrto4NhBHxNiZftQxZzf6g08m48iFiLCvt7Y_gqfbMtSomf5i7XiA1sCj6yMsNkzGHgs/s640/blogger-image-1223126161.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>Have you tried out any neons? What colours do you find the brightest? </div><div><br></div><div>For those readers in the UK, I hope you're enjoying the rare sunshine!</div><div><br></div><div>Claire x</div><div><br></div>Claire Fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04161257819507534631noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-251688050039469771.post-50779899541763244762014-07-16T12:17:00.001+01:002014-07-16T12:35:53.322+01:00Orange Nails - Week 2 - Colour Me Crazy ChallengeOrange nails are this weeks challenge! I rummaged through my collection and found my trusty OPI A Good Mandarin Is Hard To Find and Cetuem #87. The Cetuem has a lovely gold shimmer to it so I decided to use it as a highlight.<div><br></div><div>As you know, I have a baby, so my time to do my own nails is short. Whilst thinking about what to do, I thought I'd get my Konad stamping kit out and used my favourite paint splatter stamp!</div><div><br></div><div>I painted my nails with 'A Good Mandarin Is Hard To Find' and then stamped using the 'Konad White' and went over that with 'Cetuem #87'.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb_MsIvtYQaIvSSS5QjVjbligRBvZd8_YWGVJxJCEJZhuhrQ_UXna18B8wdAnGQPAHYLsdfP6vuq_X2cmro4Tw9adae84yphDBISzhxiGvgoR3tLLY2uAxxMQwmtN9OS894tQXcYbc8W7v/s640/blogger-image-1851509645.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb_MsIvtYQaIvSSS5QjVjbligRBvZd8_YWGVJxJCEJZhuhrQ_UXna18B8wdAnGQPAHYLsdfP6vuq_X2cmro4Tw9adae84yphDBISzhxiGvgoR3tLLY2uAxxMQwmtN9OS894tQXcYbc8W7v/s640/blogger-image-1851509645.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglfvyLTEHd3eFt2KJy5QvqPSOO3A2FXtg_MJyPSQDvzWX8KYwflqBaaOtBARxNJovxN-6C-F2IddUF3mKTATUCG7fOoPTR17XZCvdCL2rmhqngw9R19uXVKHvrPpGqFxDbIKCrvAQg8zTo/s640/blogger-image--517176282.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglfvyLTEHd3eFt2KJy5QvqPSOO3A2FXtg_MJyPSQDvzWX8KYwflqBaaOtBARxNJovxN-6C-F2IddUF3mKTATUCG7fOoPTR17XZCvdCL2rmhqngw9R19uXVKHvrPpGqFxDbIKCrvAQg8zTo/s640/blogger-image--517176282.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb9lzGGkF-g9RtcpoptF6UjPKFkRqPOr2oPSSVsvDkXX-lGHgEgkwVDm2BmMP0M9TlZ_zPl7bVkAAKkcvXnX-Wb6X8bdcHGqiNQ6wEth1NvuJ8pVfeo8QL5qRe6pzz3mXY_CPz-UatPsJx/s640/blogger-image--310374754.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb9lzGGkF-g9RtcpoptF6UjPKFkRqPOr2oPSSVsvDkXX-lGHgEgkwVDm2BmMP0M9TlZ_zPl7bVkAAKkcvXnX-Wb6X8bdcHGqiNQ6wEth1NvuJ8pVfeo8QL5qRe6pzz3mXY_CPz-UatPsJx/s640/blogger-image--310374754.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBaKmEF7u8pWsbzwRjBkUdCdvNplNXA-VncXq6tpFg8UC-ICqJgBC-V_gKBiaEl-GR8H39svJ7h_DwdHlFu98V-sgrdF2RPl5wrFYnkXEa0NdRQlvRcyQ22bzDUEBYDoXFlSv6B4DCJ7NM/s640/blogger-image--812285396.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBaKmEF7u8pWsbzwRjBkUdCdvNplNXA-VncXq6tpFg8UC-ICqJgBC-V_gKBiaEl-GR8H39svJ7h_DwdHlFu98V-sgrdF2RPl5wrFYnkXEa0NdRQlvRcyQ22bzDUEBYDoXFlSv6B4DCJ7NM/s640/blogger-image--812285396.jpg"></a></div><br></div><br></div>I forgot how easy the stamping plates are to use and how effective they can be!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Thanks for reading :) x</div><br></div>Claire Fletcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04161257819507534631noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-251688050039469771.post-76082223840933197542014-07-11T22:06:00.000+01:002014-07-11T22:06:12.886+01:00OPI Red for Week 1 of the Colour Me Crazy Challenge!I am taking part in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/171950219606095/">British Nail Bloggers</a> - Colour Me Crazy Challenge, which was thought of by Kerrie over at <a href="http://www.pishposhandpolish.blogspot.co.uk/">PishPosh and Polish</a>! This weeks challenge is red, so I of course have used <a href="http://www.opiuk.com/">OPI Red</a>! What other red is there?! This is a great colour that will match most skin tones, with a slight sheen to the red. It covers well with one coat, but I always use two. <br />
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