• Naked 1 & 2 palettes (that's $100 right there!)
  
• maybe another colored palette from Urban Decay (here, I just kind of picked one that looked good, haha)? Or the giant 100+ color palette from E.L.F
  
• a couple of smashbox primers - here is the basic one, and you can see the other "versions" listed under related products (you don't really have to match primer to skin tone)
  
• Mascara is easy since almost every girl wears black - Diorshow is a good one that a lot of people seem to like
  
• the Beauty Blender sponges are sort of expensive and really good
  
• a really nice, big brush set - someone else just posted that their boyfriend got them a set from bdellium, which is a good brand. Here's one set. And here is the most expensive set I could find on the internet.
  
• are you including skincare products? a Clairsonic Mia brush, which is basically a fancy electric toothbrush for your face, is pricey and something that a lot of girls probably have on their wishlist
  
• also in the skincare category, you could get her a nice higher-end moisturizer, but that might be harder to shop for as girls have much more varied needs/preferences with those. Clinique's basic lotion is nice and a good starting point, but don't be offended if she finds out it makes her break out and can't use it or something!
  
• a fancy perfume would be a great part of a gift - if she likes fruity smells Clinique Happy is a fairly safe choice, Miss Dior Cherie is a nice powdery floral one that I think most girls would like oops, look like that one has been reformulated/no longer exists. :( Miss Dior is still a pretty good one, I just didn't like it as much personally. Chanel No. 5 is a classic - I personally don't like it that much but lots and lots of women love it, and I'm sure that even if your girlfriend doesn't love the smell she would still be flattered to get it as a gift and feel fancy having it on her nightstand/dresser/vanity.
  
• is she into doing her hair? she might like a nice flat iron (Chi is a popular brand) or a set of hot rollers
  
• A bunch of nail polishes would be nice too - I'd pick one brand (essie, OPI, and Zoya are some popular mid-price brands; Butter of London and Deborah Lippman are the pricier brands that a lot of people like; Chanel nail polishes are the priciest and tend to be really great colors) and grab a few nice colors, like a red, a pink, a nude/beige color, and maybe some glitter or bright/funky colors. If you're totally at a loss for picking colors, just say so and I and other people in this thread can compose a list of classic/really popular nail polish colors for you!!
  
• Does she like nail art? A set of nail art tools - a couple of dotting tools and brushes, some striping tape, and maybe a stamping set? - might be a good idea.
  
  
  I have no idea how much that totals up to - I just basically typed up my own wishlist here, haha. Will update with specific links when I get back to my computer! You might want to check out Allure's "Best of Beauty" list which tends to include a lot of classic products that will work for everyone - at $500 you could probably get at least half of everything on it! ;) Good luck - this is an awesome gift idea and I would literally pee myself if anyone bought me that much makeup!
  

I know some fun tools to start with would definitely be dotting tools. I got that set cheap when I had free Prime shipping, and I did the same for these brushes. I'm sure you can shop around and find what fits your budget (I'm pretty cheap/broke myself), as some people also find it cheaper/easier to get tiny craft brushes, like from Michael's (and they almost always have like 20% coupons weekly).

It takes some practice to freehand stuff, so the dotting is nice to begin with. A lot of people, beginners and not, also like stamping. You don't have to get the legit Konad plates, but people tend to recommend the Konad stamper at least, and then get knockoff brand plates like Bundle Monster or others. There's so many tools to use, but you can choose whatever fits your preference and/or your budget to begin :)

And yes - follow blogs for awesome tutorials (people even post a lot of their own on here), and YouTube has lots of amazing videos for things like water marbling, or gradients with makeup sponges. I hope it helps - have fun! :)

Polishes - Brands

• Essie
  
  
• OPI
  
  
• China Glaze
  
  
• Sally Hansen
  
  
• Sinful Colors (cheap, but good for colors she'll use a lot, like black and white)
  
  Polishes - Colors
  
  
• White
  
  
• Black
  
  
• Pink (get more than one)
  
  
• Nude/Cream
  
  
• Her favorite color
  
  Tools
  
  Don't worry too much about getting "the best tools" if she's just starting. As she starts painting, she'll realize what tools she likes and which tools she doesn't. Ebay/Etsy/Amazon $5 tools are fine to start out with.
  
  
• Dotting tools
  
  
• Brushes
  
  
• Sponges
  
  
• Stamping kit (if you're feeling fancy or advanced.)
  
  Misc
  
  
• Mani/Pedi Kit (its possible she may have these tools, in which case skip this one.)
  
  
• Nail File
  
  
• Orange sticks (again, she may have these. Skip it if she does. Also she probably won't ever need 100, just wanted you to see what they were.)
  
  
• Acetone or Nail Polish Remover (100% Acetone is much more concentrated than most polish remover, but it can be very drying on your skin. I use it for clean up, but if she's just starting out, nail polish remover should be fine.)
  
  
• Cotton balls
  
  
• Something to carry all this stuff in (I have a pink tool box, but a make-up box will work too)
  
  I've given you a lot of stuff to check out, but don't run out and buy everything at once. I would pick 3 or 4 things from this list and go from there. For a very basic "start kit" I'd go for two colors of polish, dotting tools or brushes, a mani/pedi kit, and something to carry it all in. You can always get her more, or she can add to her collection herself.
  
  Best of luck!
  

Awww ♥ You're lovely - so much polishing!

Twerky you so hot I can't handle it! ;D


I would really love these dried flowers! I'd like to do a pretty dried flower mani I saw somewhere once :'D They're £2.39, which according to Google is $3.99, and free delivery!

Thanks for the gauntlet! So much love!

First, I suggest looking at this helpful post. It's on the sidebar but it's at the very very bottom lol

Catalinahx did a good job overviewing everything. Definitely check out the nail blogs like Rebecca likes Nails, Nailin' it and Nailside for tips on creating perfect nail art!

I have brushes by m.a.s.h. I got them from Amazon for an okay price!

Hmm. I mean I love it so it doesn't seem like a pain to me but it does take an hour and a half to do and I've explained the process to other people and they seem to think it's a pain. It all depends really. My suggestion would be to buy a cheap kit like here: BORN PRETTY Nail Art Stamp Stamping Templates Stamper Scraper Kit- 4 Manicure Plates Set with 1 Polish Stamper by Salon Designs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M7ZVEQP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_u91HzbZ7KN5X5.
I would try regular nail polish to see if she likes it before buying a high quality stamping polish like this:
BMC 6pc 2nd Generation Creative Nail Art Stamping Polishes - Essentials: Primary https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KAZI5M4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_4.1Hzb40PQ2NY. keep in mind that it's not going to be super dark stamp but it's just to get an idea if she likes the process.

Okay so there's lots of places you can get things, but with some of amazon you might not get things in time so keep your eyes peeled, I'm linking random ones for you. It'd be easier to build your own basket instead of trying to find one. What I would suggest is:

-dotting tools like this

-brushes for art/cleanup like this

-clear stamper/scraper like this

-some stamping plates like this

-liquid latex (so her fingers don't get messy when doing different nail art styles) like this

-makeup sponges (those triangles, for gradients) like this

-striping tape like this

-good base coat (people really like nail envy by OPI and ORLY bonder) OPI ORLY

-good top coat (Seche vite is great) like this


I didn't pay much attention to the prices but a lot of those tools can be purchased fairly cheap, the most expensive things are the polishes and some stamping plates (some are very cheap and can be not so good, some are more expensive but are more likely to work well)

If you need more help let me know!

If she doesn't have a cotton claw she'd probably love it. You can use acetone/polish remover on your nails, or to clean up your mat, or clean off your stamping plate, etc, without ruining the polish on your scrubbing hand.

https://www.amazon.com/ASP-Manicure-Saver-Cotton-Claw/dp/B00BGEIGK0/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1468834454&sr=8-1&keywords=cotton+claw (this same ASP claw is a lot cheaper at Sally's Beauty Supply in the US for anyone who lives near a Sally's or can order off their website)

She might also like a silicone mat to work on, they're fairly new and popular. If you're not clear on why anyone would want one or how they are useful look up nail mat reviews on YouTube. Here are three mats made especially for nails:

https://www.amazon.com/Silicone-Decal-Maker-Manicure-Workspace/dp/B018JYTRJS/ref=sr_1_9_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1468834595&sr=8-9&keywords=silicone+nail+mat

https://www.amazon.com/Uber-Mat-Nail-UberChic-Beauty/dp/B0176NYLF8/ref=sr_1_4_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1468834595&sr=8-4&keywords=silicone+nail+mat

https://www.amazon.com/Bliss-Kiss-Simply-Neat-Miracle/dp/B0195KR508/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1468834595&sr=8-1&keywords=silicone+nail+mat

Essie Gel Couture isn't a super high end polish but it's a very new line from Essie and might not be in Sweden yet. (I'm in the US and haven't seen it at my local stores but I haven't looked everywhere.) You can order it online. There's a massive review showing all 42 shades here:
http://imabeautygeek.com/2016/05/01/essie-gel-couture-2016-swatches-and-review-all-the-shades/

I'm sure others will have more great suggestions so I'll stop here. :)

I have a lot of time, so I'll be back to edit this.

• Link to etsy/amazon wishlists, just in case
  
  
• Link spreadsheet so we can avoid buying duplicates
  
  
• Link to Pinterest nail board
  I don't have a very interesting one.
  
  
• favorite colors brands?
  I prefer cooler toned colors, especially blues/teals/seagreens. Red looks really bad on me.
  I love all brands, inexpensive and expensive. I love trying new brands. I like major brands and indies. I just love polish :)
  
  
• top 3 lemmings
  OPI DS Magic (THANK YOU Musical_life!), Essie Beyond Cozy (THANK YOU book_worm72), HITS Dark Elegance (THANK YOU kimipixi)
  Time to find new lemmings...this thread is dangerous!
  
  
• nail trends you love/hate?
  I love flakies and color shifting topcoats. I really really dislike textured and jelly polishes.
  
  
• do you need supplies (dotting tools, brushes, stamper/plates, base coats, top coats, etc.)
  I could always use more stamping plates. I currently have this set, this plate, this plate and this plate.
  
  
• do you prefer chocolates or candies? If so what kind?
  I love anything sweet. The sweeter the better! You really can't go wrong here.
  
  
• do you have food allergies?
  No food allergies (whew).
  
  
• favorite movies/shows?
  something about movies and tv...hmm...this is going to be a long list...
  
  
• any pets? If so what kind? Size? Age?
  2 dogs (both ~2.5 year old Shiba Inus), 2 cats (both ~2 years old/still very playful).

Okay, this is the stamper I ordered that I like, but the plastic scraper is okay....it could be better.

This is the first set of plates I ordered. I have had no issues with them at all.

This is the second set I got and it comes with a wonderful stamper but the scraper is also iffy. It has a nick in it that leaves a mark of polish if you use one side and scratches the plate if you use the other. I have minimal issues with the images on these plates. Maybe one or two of them have a "dead" spot that polish will not fill, but I still love them. Plus the awesome leather holder they come in. Worth the money 100%.

There are so many different brands out there but these are the only 2 I've tried so far. =)

NP! I started out using a marshmallow stamper as I found that it was the easiest to use and also works the best with non stamping polishes! They have a really good one on Amazon by VAGA/Cheeky :) Just noticed it's not rated great but this one was my go-to for a really long time before I picked up real stamping polishes https://www.amazon.com/Premium-Professional-Manicure-Accessories-VAGA/dp/B00L673JT0/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1478454125&sr=8-3-fkmr0&keywords=vaga+marshmallow+stamper

Also I had to clean it gently with a dry Mr Clean Magic Eraser before use but it worked really well after that. If I'm doing a full nail stamp that doesn't need precise placement or a stamp decal I still tend to use it.

I think of links like that as a reference of what exactly you are using for the effect, with a tag of your mileage may vary as all powders may or may not be equal. Basically, if I wanted to recreate what you have done to get me started, then I can experiment later with other brands of lacquer and pigment. Hell, the eyeshadow brush types used may have a different impact on the coloration distribution for all we know. Some of us just need a starting point, and with that link it gives me one. Those are some beautiful colors though. I dont do makeup (am guy, wife doesnt wear makeup either, so I am totally clueless as to what is available out there) so this is kind of forging new territory.
As a test, could you try brushing some onto some rub n buff if you have some? If you dont have some, you should get some. It makes things look like metal and its a wonderful substance and super easy to use. You rub some on, and then buff it like it was metal. I would also be interested to see how the makeup looks on a gloss clearcoat. I plan to snag some pigments at some point now that I know what I am looking for.
This color looks like it could have some potential for some interesting work. https://www.amazon.com/Born-Pretty-Holographic-Manicure-Pigments/dp/B01K1UOZ18/ref=pd_bxgy_img_3/137-7885197-6537534?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01K1UOZ18&pd_rd_r=ef223d0c-6597-4e93-8c60-4be5f8495456&pd_rd_w=uG0rJ&pd_rd_wg=ppgdy&pf_rd_p=a2006322-0bc0-4db9-a08e-d168c18ce6f0&pf_rd_r=1WV2P46SR8B7HA7FA7J5&psc=1&refRID=1WV2P46SR8B7HA7FA7J5

You should see it in person, the color underneath is much more matte, so the light shining on the gold looks really cool!

I used this stamper for this one. I had to prime it with acetone for it to actually pick up the design. The plates were from the Winstonia third generation set.

Stamping takes some practice but is suuuuper worth it. I love when people ask if it's jamberry and I get to say nope.

You can stamp directly onto a lint roller to get some practice picking up the full design! Definitely follow the sidebar guide here.

Please share your first attempts with me!

I did not get my set from them; I ordered mine online - this set, to be exact: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006U95N34

I had wanted another set, with clear handles with different colors twisted through each handle, but they had so many bad reviews of half the sets having 5 of one size dotter on one end of each tool. I've just been practicing with my set, but it seems to work well,

I did get some other implements from Sally's, and they did have to order a few things I wanted that were out of stock, like the manicure soaking dish.

I just checked their website for the manicure tools, and only see the one is this one: http://www.sallybeauty.com/nail-art-brush/SBS-698250,default,pd.html?cgid=Nail08

However, they may carry other items in-store that you won't find for sale on the website.

Good luck! :)

Tutorial:

Video Version: https://www.reddit.com/r/Gunpla/comments/e06h49/clear_holographic_effect_for_gunpla_tutorial/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf

Items Needed:

IBD INTENSE SEAL

https://www.amazon.com/Intense-Seal-5oz-Each-Ounces/dp/B0017BGQR2/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1Q9OC9SYL9P2V&keywords=ibd+no+cleanse+top+coat&qid=1574410261&sprefix=ibd+no+cl%2Caps%2C204&sr=8-4

BORN PRETTY HOLOGRAPHIC POWDER (APPLICATOR DOES COME WITH IT)

https://www.amazon.com/Born-Pretty-Holographic-Manicure-Pigments/dp/B01K1UOZ18/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=born+pretty+holographic+nail+powder&qid=1574410315&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzUFhHR1JDQldBWVo3JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUExMDMyODcyRzA0UkFJWTZEWFBMJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAyNjg2NDUyU0FVVUVHV1NSTDNRJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

SUNUV LED/UV LAMP

https://www.amazon.com/SUNUV-Manicure-Machine-Infrared-Professional/dp/B078NTG1V5/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=sunuv+lamp&qid=1574410378&sr=8-7

I came up with this technique because I found that spraying through cans or airbrush is a little too random for my taste. Sprays also tend to have a bigger grain of holographic powder because they're mostly for cars/furniture, not scale models. Doing this by hand lets you have more control.

People don't apply nail techniques to gunpla because there isn't any exposure to them (this is a male dominated hobby afterall) and I don't think this community isn't so insecure about their own masculinity that they would have a problem with this. Also, I do my girlfriend's nails so I don't have to pay $50 for a nail tech every two weeks.

Step 1:

Get any piece. Can be clear or opaque, any material.

Step 2:

The IBD Topcoat comes with its own brush, because it was made for nails. Make sure there isn't too much topcoat on the brush so that it won't lay on too thick. Apply enough on the piece so that it looks wet.

Step 3:

Before curing, make sure that brushstrokes are not visible. This topcoat only cures under LED/UV light, so you can let it sit for a minute or so for the brush strokes to disappear by themselves.

Set under the curing lamp. 60 seconds for LED, 180 for UV. This will not cure under a normal LED lamp. It needs to be one made for curing nail gels.

Step 4:

After curing, apply the holographic powder with the included sponge applicator. Season to taste. If you apply too much, it will just look like you painted it silver, so be careful.

Step 5:

Apply another layer of gloss topcoat. This does not have to be the IBD Intense seal, but can be a spray topcoat. I used Mr. Hobby for my unicorn but for the QanT I used the IBD.

And you're done! To accentuate the holographic effect, I sprayed the Unicorn with a matte coat(white pieces). The QanT is just a straightbuild and I applied the effect just for demonstrative purposes. This is a clear effect, so light will still go through, meaning LEDs inside will still be visible through clear pieces. Psychoframe does still glow under a UV/Blacklight after applying this technique so you don't have to worry about that either. Applying on the outside surface gives better results.

Let me know if you have any questions !

My room is like a bat cave-- it's always very dark. All I did was turn the flash on for my cell camera and this is how it came out.

To cut down the length of wait time for my order I got my Born Pretty off of amazon. Not sure if the link will work but this is the one I purchased right here: Holo
A little goes a long way. The jar is small but it will last you a good while. It's important to note that some people have success with regular polish and Holo powder but that has never happened with me. I ALWAYS have to use a no wipe top coat and a LED uv lamp which you can also get for under $10 on Amazon. It's a good investment.

This looks like a pretty good set at a decent price. I myself don't have a stamping kit either, but these look pretty good with a large variety! Hope this helps! :)

Thanks! :) Wall o' text incoming: I used a light pink polish to paint fingernail-sized rectangles on a silicone mat. While those dried, I used a dark red polish on my chosen designs on a stamping plate, scraped with an old plastic card, picked up the design with a stamper and stamped it onto the dried polish rectangles from before. Once the design dried completely, I painted over the rectangles with top coat (this makes it easier to peel off the decals later). Again, wait to dry (~10 mins). Once dry, get a blunt-edged object (I used the round end of my tweezers) to lift up the edges of the polish on the mat and once you have a good amount lifted, flip your tweezers over, grab the edge and carefully lift the decal horizontally off the mat. Boom, you have a homemade decal. You can then use a small pair of scissors or a nail clipper to cut the decal down to the size you need for your fingers. Then, paint your finger with base coat and, while still wet, place the decal on it, position it how you'd like it, and flatten it out with your fingers. There'll probably be some decal hanging over the edge of your nail and that's where your scissors/nail clippers come in handy (or use a nail file and carefully file away the excess). If there's extra decal on the sides of your nail, use a synthetic brush and some polish remover to remove it. Once all that is done, go over your nail and the edge of your nail with top coat. Done!

I recommend a squishy one like this

make sure you do all the research before using--don't use nail polish remover on the stamper, make sure you take the blue film OFF the stamping plates before using, move quickly because the polish dries fast, which polishes work best, etc etc. I find theres actually usually a lot of good pro tips in the product reviews on amazon!

1. Robin hood, I don't know why I've just always loved it! It makes me laugh, its cute, its got nice music lol.
   
   
2. Fun socks
   
   
3. See ya real soon!
   
   
4. item
   
   Never been there lol

It came with a set of Born Pretty stamping plates. Here’s the amazon listing: amazon.com/dp/B01M7ZVEQP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_EEjEAb34ESM55

The polishes I had on hand (sinful colors) weren’t really working and the staff at my local beauty store said Essie’s polishes would work best (compared to what they had in store).

I am going to link you to some of the stuff in my 'Bad day' folder.

1)This
2)This
3)This
4)This
5)This
6)This
7)This
8)This

1. If I were to win, but really I just want to make you feel better because I know those days, It would be up for you to decide. I wouldn't complain if you included these though =)
   
   Or These
   
   
2. It'll be okay
   
   
   And it will. It will be okay.

I'd love these I'm a constant nail biter and maybe I'd be able to kick the habit if my nails actually looked pretty.
Thanks for hosting :)

Thanks! Here is a link to /u/feeling_pretty tutorial and the tools she used.
I used these dotting tools, and made my own tiny nail brush. I took a brush from an old polish, and cut it so it could do detail. Peedee bought me a nail brush that's on its way, because she's nice. Haha! These seem like a better purchase if you need it all.

I cant think of any ready kits, but you could put one together for her? Ger her some nail brushes, the really thin ones for decorating, then dotting tools, as well as strips and tape, stickers, aaand some other stuff. These are all the things I have :)

http://www.sallyhansen.com/nails/nail-color/stickers/salon-effects-real-nail-polish-strips
http://www.sallyhansen.com/nails/nail-color/stickers/salon-effects-french-mani
http://www.sallyhansen.com/nails/nail-color/nail-art
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=nail+tape
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=nail+art+brush&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Anail+art+brush
http://www.amazon.com/Dotting-Marbleizing-Manicure-Pedicure-Ounce/dp/B004OHQR1Q/ref=sr_1_2?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1417152335&sr=1-2&keywords=nail+art
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IGZQ5QO?psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/MASH-Nail-Art-Practice-Fingers/dp/B00683JILU/ref=pd_sim_bt_11?ie=UTF8&refRID=1Z58JZWJE6CZHDAXPFA0
http://www.amazon.com/Rhinestones-Piece-Nailart-Manicure-Wheels/dp/B005BF1M10/ref=pd_sim_bt_1?ie=UTF8&refRID=1Z58JZWJE6CZHDAXPFA0
http://www.amazon.com/Color-Starter-Design-Nail-Basic/dp/B00HPZDMX0/ref=sr_1_12?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1417152335&sr=1-12&keywords=nail+art
http://www.amazon.com/3d-Pieces-Rhinestone-Nails-Cellphones/dp/B007TL60IE/ref=sr_1_15?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1417152335&sr=1-15&keywords=nail+art
http://www.amazon.com/SHANY-Cosmetics-Decoration-Bottles-Tweezer/dp/B009LYB2E4/ref=sr_1_14?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1417152335&sr=1-14&keywords=nail+art
http://www.amazon.com/Designs-French-Chevron-Teardrop-Stickers/dp/B00DHQCJTO/ref=sr_1_11?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1417152335&sr=1-11&keywords=nail+art
http://www.amazon.com/Painting-Drawing-Brushes-Marbleizing-Dotting/dp/B00A363EPO/ref=sr_1_9?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1417152335&sr=1-9&keywords=nail+art

a little drier may come in handy too, as nail art is layered and can take a long time to dry http://www.amazon.com/PROMOTION-USpicy-SEASHELL-Portable-Manicure/dp/B005WQB6G4/ref=sr_1_1?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1417152565&sr=1-1&keywords=nail+dryer

As well as one of these quick dry drops or sprays

http://www.amazon.com/OPI-Polish-Quick-Lacquer-0-3oz/dp/B0012LIHUG/ref=sr_1_2?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1417152601&sr=1-2&keywords=nail+quick+dry
http://www.amazon.com/OPI-Rapidry-Coats-Fluid-Ounce/dp/B000NGH3X8/ref=sr_1_3?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1417152601&sr=1-3&keywords=nail+quick+dry

Shop around and you'll find them for lower prices.

If you have time, buy them on eBay, that's where I always get them. They get shipped from Chine or Hong Kong and super low prices. I've bought 5 nail dotting tools for 1-2$, including shipping, and lots and lots more. A 12 wheel of nail decals, stickers and whatnot, for 99 cents.

thanks I get a lot of mystery julep boxes I love them :) the plates you can get pretty cheap sets on amazon.com no name brand sets but they work great http://www.amazon.com/Stamping-Manicure-Stamper-Salon-Designs/dp/B00A3C3N5O/ref=sr_1_5?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1375314801&sr=1-5&keywords=nail+stamping+plates this is one of the sets I have

I'm a little, I like nail polish (you should check these out. They're awesome) and getting my hair done and giving daddy a big kiss when he gets home from work.

Anyway, welcome :) I'm new here too.

I used the small end of a Born Pretty stamp I got in a bundle. I actually take the bigger stamp off b/c the small end works great for me; I use the large end’s opening as a viewfinder for placement. Some images pick up better with a rolling motion, others with a quick press. I then press straight down on the nail for a second or so. Different polish brands also require different stamping techniques b/c of drying time, viscosity, etc. The same goes for plates. That’s why I buy lint rollers at Costco 😂 (oh, and living with 4 pet bunnies and a long haired hubby).

tl;dr: buy lint rollers in bulk b/c trial and error

Here is a link to the bundle.

luvinpink you're awesome!!

this adorable dusting powder is 3.38

orrr you could give TWO people these flowers! or TWO PEOPLE these hearts

woooh thanks for the flash contest! =]

$5 footlong!!! Lol now that jingle is stuck in my head! I found this awesome nail art kit! I've been getting really into nail art lately so this would be amazing! :D

MY TOTAL IS $18.27

Targaryen Sigil Pint Glass (Pint Glasses) 13.89 primable + Butterfly hairpins (Under $10) 3.44 Free shipping + Hair Twist Holder (Under $10) $0.94 free shipping = $18.27

Edit: More builds for 18.27:

BUILD 2: Fullmetal Alchemist Bluray movie (Anime) 15.97 primable + nail glitter (Under $10) 2.30 free shipping = $18.27

Build 3: Jaime Lannister Funko (Funko) 8.63 primable + Russian phrase book (Books) 2.85 primable + Shred-It with Weights Workout DVD (Workout Stuff) 6.79 primable = $18.27

I actually used a combination of nail polish and acrylic paints. The nail polish for the base coat and the acrylic paint for the details on top. The acrylic paint allows you to "erase" mistakes with water. The acrylic paint dries super fast and stays permanent with a good topcoat. Also invest in good detail brushes. You don't have to pay a million bucks for them. Start off with inexpensive ones like these that only cost about $4: Winstonia 5 pcs Professional Nail Art Set Liner + Striping Brushes for Short Strokes, Details, Blending, Elongated Lines etc by Winstonia -http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GD0IQQ6/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_YX-6tb0VMZBMA

I got a whole set of winstonia nail art brushes for pretty cheap! I’ve had them for two years and they still work super good.

Link: Winstonia 5 pcs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GD0IQQ6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_2-1XBbJ8T6V55

Cute kitty

Juliet is a name I like :)


This is a item I'd like

These adorable little bows are $1.79 including shipping. I've been wanting to try adding bows and other obnoxiously cute things to my manis! :) Thanks for hosting!

yay cheap tools!

Main color: Sally Hansen Barracuda

Tip color: Sally Hansen Wedding Glitters

I got these tip guides and I had planned to use them, but when I tested one on a pinky nail, it seemed like it would tear the blue polish up if i didn't remove it quickly. I had waited about 45 minutes after the last coat of blue to try and guarantee it was dry before attempting the tips, but the Barracuda has seemed very gloopy to me, so maybe that was the problem. Anyways, i decided just to freehand it rather than waste all the time I'd spend doing the previous coats and it gave me a newfound appreciation for all the skill I've seen here, as someone new to nail art.

Advice and recommendations very much appreciated!

I have a question! How do you use these? I don't have any, but I am super interested. Do you cut them, and then glue them on? Have any of you used them? Do you have pics?

Hi I have these winstonia brushes from Amazon which I really love. I honestly find myself really only using the middle one and the second one from the right in the picture though.

Oh my! This adorable collection of tiny bows and rhinestones is freaking perfect!

Yay cheap tools!

This is awesome thanks! Let's make a deal!

$4 or under ($3.79 from Maitri Mega Mall seller, not main listing)
$3 or under
$2 or under

I'm really sorry you didn't get your puppy :( But I must say it's amazing that you are adopting, and not getting a pup that was bred to sell!! You'll find your perfect pup, look at it this way, you didn't get this one because it wasn't for you.

Take your pick of puppy gifs!!

Item


ICE COLD WATER FOR ONLY ONE DOLLAR

Thanks for the contest!!

Thank you!
I used this set


I bought them from Amazon. The set comes with four plates, a scraper, and a stamper

The basic how-to is: You put polish on the design plate, use a stamper to pick it up and then press it onto your nail.

There are tutorials on YouTube where you can see the process in more detail. I don't have a link handy or I'd happily share one!

Brushes, striping tape, gems
clear stamper
stamping plate to be used with the clear stamper
stamping polish
makeup wedge for gradients
simply peel latex barrier
bliss kiss cuticle oil
crystal nail file

Everyone has a preferred polish brand. OPI and Zoya seem to be really popular, and you can find both at Ulta or online.

Thanks! It is Born Pretty on Amazon for 9.99!

I have a cold too. :( It's no fun.


These canes would help me keep the little girl I babysit pretty happy. I painted her nails for the first time because she is going through potty training and "only good girls who go potty in the big girl toilet get to have nail polish".

sick as a dog

Hi there!
Bliss Kiss is having a promotion: Their large size mat is only 10.00 on Amazon!

1. Do you love your kids?
   
   
2. [I guess it is a really fancy stick.]
   (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002MR4BKE/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002MR4BKE&linkCode=as2&tag=rwe56bhw34-20)
   
   
3. Maybe? or ?
   
   
   Over 10K? Fancy!

Thanks! The plate is Pueen 18, found here. The base color is Sally Hansen Peach of Cake (the complete salon manicure line) and the stamping color is Sally Hansen Orange You Cute. (I actually got the Orange You Cute in a combo pack from Big Lots just a couple of weeks ago for about 7 bucks with 4 other colors!) It wasn't too opaque really, so I was shocked at how well it stamped.

Are you using a metal scraper? I've only used a metal scraper, but I have heard that this could make a difference in the quality of the imagine.

Not OP but - I use Simply Bliss. It's liquid latex and really amazing. There's also similar kinds on amazon if you're allergic to latex. It works exactly as the one shown in OP's!

I love this design!

This is under $5!

I'm an Eskimo!

I am gonna have to say A Song of Ice and Fire by George RR Martin. He sure loves to take his time to write, but that's ok!

Neil!

What's more fun than glitter!? I'll drink to that!

I just got mine too! This is the one I got. It took a couple times to get the right pressure to pick up the nail polish but once I figured it out it worked perfectly after that. I am used to the rubbery ones so this one is much larger and squished much more than my other one. I used it last night and my stamps have never been more perfect!

Oh my gosh, yes! I've spilled remover so many times on that thing and it's saved whatever surface I was using. It does not enjoy acrylic, though. I learned that the hard way.

The mat I have is this one from Amazon. It's on sale for $10 USD.
https://www.amazon.com/Bliss-Kiss-Simply-Neat-Miracle/dp/B0195KR508/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1497722862&sr=8-1&keywords=bliss+kiss+mat

It's 2 plates from this set. I just got them and love this collection.

Its a nail art mat. (search it on amazon)
I got this one: https://www.amazon.com/Bliss-Kiss-Simply-Neat-Manicure/dp/B0195KR508/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1521337961&sr=8-2&keywords=nail+art+mat

I also considered this one: https://www.amazon.com/Twinkled-Nail-Art-Glamour-Mat/dp/B01MZ09FAB/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1521338007&sr=8-3&keywords=nail+art+mat

also if you search youTube there are some reviews out there.

Also thanks!!!

they were these http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00876T3W0/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 although they didn't turn out to be the exact color as the picture. I'm happy with them.

Thanks for the contest! This is $2 on the nose and would give me a reason to do my nails.

• I have NEVER eaten a salad in my entire life. You couldn't pay me enough to eat that rabbit food, ugh.
  
  
• I'm a giant book nerd. I mostly enjoy reading horror.
  
  
• I lost 110 pounds! YAY!
  
  
• I once had to get am sonogram ultrasound and peed on the technician. Props to anyone who can drink like 2 gallons of water, lay back, and NOT pee.
  
  
• My mom named me after a soap opera. This is still a step up from her original choice, Anna Belle, in my opinion.
  
  edited because I accidentally a word.

If only I had the power to make real flowers..sigh. I used this set I got on amazon..http://www.amazon.com/MASH-Nail-Real-Dried-Flower/dp/B006NYDUBS/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1408934296&sr=8-14&keywords=nail+art+flowers
with Sally Hansen Insta dry Brisk blue, topped with globs and globs of seche vite :)

I used a thin brush from this set and just went quite slow. With the brush being so thin you have a bit of leeway to wobble as you can just make the line a little thicker. Also when you put the next colour on you can straighten up your last line. I drip the colours onto a palette so theyre a little tacky when painting them on and do one colour at a time. This seems to stop them from running into each other.

Hope that helps!

Do you like to do your nails? I have https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BXDPF9Y/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_9HxExbXYZFH7Y this kit on my list and some other nail stuff for under 5. There is a bunch of cheap nail stuff on Amazon!

Thanks!! I used Pueen 22, in this set

Here are some links for the product in the above comment for different countries:

Amazon Smile Link: in this set


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Thanks! They're from this set.

Konad has a great stamper (and plates) otherwise, there's tons of plates out there for it. Konad makes them. Bundle Monster is another company. Cheeky. Winstonia. Tons of indie companies.

I bought this for my first plate set: http://www.amazon.com/Stamping-Manicure-Stamper-Salon-Designs/dp/B00A3C3N5O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395458530&sr=8-1&keywords=nail+art+stamping+plates (I got the 100 plate set, no multiples, and just didn't use the stamper, but got the konad stamper from amazon at the same time)

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00UB7WX3O

Just showing you what it is - it's cheaper other places. :)

Here's my item.

A few months ago I had to run to the store because I ran out of pads. I went during a few minutes before the store closed so I was in a hurry. When I went to the casher to pay for them, I realized I was two dollars short. This was my facial expression when I found out because then I wouldn't be able to get them till the next day. As I was telling the casher to put them back, the man behind me gave me the extra money I needed and I was so happy. He brightened my day.

Yes! It's on plate #5 here (bottom left).

Do you have something like this?

Polishes used:

Sinful Colors "Pink Smart", "Caribbean Cool", and "Sinorita"

Orly "Just Breathe" and "Fresh Start"

Sally Hansen "White On" and "Black Out"

OPI "Worth a Pretty Penne"

Orly Bonder

Seche Vite

Brushes I used

It's from this set: Winstonia Third Generation Nail Art Stamping Image Plates Set 20 Pcs - Full Plate Designs for Unlimited Creativity https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00US684HC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_uRUAybX77XFSQ

Plate W315

These but i only paid $5 and had to wait a month. I also got 2 different stampers that were recommended by this group and hoenstly they all work about the same and thats with using a nail file to rough one up..

I used a large dotting tool to build the body, then the tiniest dotting tool for the eyes. buttons, and nose. The hat and scarf were done with a very small fine brush that was in one of my nail art sets. This was the set it was from.

If you search for "nail tip guides" on Amazon, there are a ton on there - this is one listing.

https://www.amazon.com/BORN-PRETTY-Stamping-Templates-Manicure/dp/B01M7ZVEQP/ref=sr_1_5_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1518906334&sr=8-5&keywords=born+pretty+stamper Here's the bundle I got to start with.

https://www.amazon.com/BORN-PRETTY-Bottles-Stamping-Printing/dp/B06XSCXLYB/ref=sr_1_8_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1518906401&sr=8-8&keywords=born+pretty+stamping+polish
And the stamping polishes. Stamping polish really made a difference for me- normal polish doesn't always adhere to the stamper and stamping polish is made to be really opaque.

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item <3

I got mine from Amazon.

polka dots!!

I have these on my wishlist already :D

I have a handful of expensive brushes that I purchased specifically for mini painting, but I found they're the same quality as the cheapo brushes I bought for nail art.

Of course. It was part of a 30 small plate collection from Salon Designs.

Here's the link on Amazon.

Nail wheel

Fimo sticks

Tweezer

Glitter confetti

Dotting pen

Glitter - set of 60

Brushes

Bows

Bows 2

Didn't arrive yet:

Heart Rhinestones

Cuticle Clippers

Rhinestones - This one has taken FOREVER to get here...I'm wondering if it will ever come.


P.S. I don't guarantee any of the quality of these items - I haven't gotten to try any of them yet!

I recently got nail stamping plates and a set of 20 brushes for nail designing for my boyfriend's mom and sister. I thought it would be a cute starter kit or to add to what they may have already.

Here are the brushes
and here are the plates.
I also got an organizer to put them in.

Terribly sorry if this looks all messed up, I tried adding links on mobile! I hope this helps! :)

Not sure what there made of but you cut them very thin and place on nail. these here they also sell them precut in small wheels