The small punch that I used can be purchased for around a dollar in the scrap-booking section at Michaels. I've used similar punches before in my nail art to cut shapes out of nail wraps or dried polish 'decals' and I think they are lots of fun. The small image on the top of the punch somewhat resembled a snowflake with irregular 'petals', however as you can see the resulting cutout were perfect little flowers...
Once punched out, I simply peeled the wrap off the backing and applied them to the nails. To make sure that everything stayed in place, I did seal the manicure off with a top coat, although I don't think that is absolutely necessary...
In my haste to add a top coat, I forgot that the nail wraps not only need to be peeled off the paper backing, BUT they also have a clear film on top. I actually forgot to remove the clear film and didn't realize it until it was time to remove my manicure and all of a sudden I had clear little flowers everywhere. Oy! Live and learn...
I debated adding a rhinestone to the center of these so called snowflakes, but that made them look even more flowery than they already were. Come Spring or Summer time I will definitely be using this punch for some flowers with pretty rhinestone centers...
Let me know what you think of this manicure!
Thanks for looking!
Anutka :)
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Wow!! The stickers are a really nice touch!! Love how the mani turned out.
ReplyDeletethey're awesome <3
ReplyDeleteOoooh, this is so clever. I have some left over strips which I refuse to throw away so at least I know they can still be used for something! :)
ReplyDeleteHey! I love this! I have seen these red/black manicure before, but your addition of gold flowers give it a real punch! Good Job!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea to do some cut outs for extra decoration!
ReplyDeleteThis nail wraps are amazing!! It really seems like nail polish!
ReplyDeleteLoved your extra touch
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So cute, I've just now gotten into decals and cutouts. I make my own but this is SOOOO much easier!
ReplyDeleteSo classy! :)
ReplyDelete@Marisa, thank you so much! I'm really glad you like that addition :)
ReplyDelete@maRyya, thank you very much sweetie :)
@Simply into..., Yes! I do like cutting them up and making new manicures out of them. It's a fun way to use up the leftovers :)
@Elizabeth, Thank you very much! I'm so glad that you like the added flowers :)
@Glazed Over, Thank you! It is a fun way to use up some extra strips :)
@Marta, these strips are amazing. Made of real nail polish and they feel great :)
@Jen, it is definitely really simple. All you need is a little punch or scissors and some imagination! I love making my own decals too :)
@ritterbraten, thank you very much :)
Great concept. I'm goin to try it. Thanks.
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