I’ve recently become somewhat obsessed with nail polish; and
while I typically prefer a more traditional, plain matte nail polish, I couldn’t
resist succumbing to the current trend of festively decorated nails.
I’m going to be honest, my first design attempt was actually
supposed to be swirled “peppermint” using a deep red and silvery-white polish…but
it didn’t turn out—at all. So instead, I’m paying homage to the birth of our
Lord, Jesus Christ. Fitting, seeing as
it’s the day we celebrate as His birthday tomorrow. =) So, without further ado,
I bring you “Night Sky in Bethlehem”:
First, start by painting a background using a dark blue
color. I’m using two coats of Lóreal’s Jet Set to Paris. I'm not a perfect nail painter, so I've gotten a bit over my nails, but that'll go away within a day or so.
Now, take a silvery white color (like Butter London’s Pearly
Queen), and place a few drops on a paper plate. Grab a toothpick and begin your
design.
On your thumbnail, draw a cross. Then, draw an “x”
intersecting at where the two line of the cross intersect. This is your star of
Bethlehem.
On your other nails you can either dot with the silvery
polish—or if you’re more patient than I, draw mini stars on them. Either will
work. Repeat these designs on your other hand and allow to dry.
Paint over nails with a clear topcoat; while wet use a fan
paintbrush dipped in white glitter and sprinkle glitter heavily over nails. For
less mess, do this step over a garbage can. =) Allow to dry.
Finish with one more coat of clear gloss, allow to dry, and
you’re all done! Have a Merry Christmas Eve!
1 Day Until Christmas!
P.S. I know I promised more cookies for today, but they'll be tomorrow's post instead. =)
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