I'm not much a "get your nails done" type of gal- probably because I work so much with my hands- but once in a while I like to try a fun color of polish at home. But with my creative life and a baby around I never seem to have time because I have to factor in drying. If and when I do paint my nails they always get ruined before they are dry. So I thought I would give the nail polish strips a try and WOW do they work! And the best part is that they come in all sorts of fun colors and patterns- perfect for a little bit of self expression!
I used the Sally Hansen Nail Polish Strips.
They basically look like peel off stickers in the shape of a nail but longer.
You just stick them to your nail, file and then pull away the excess length. I decided to alternate a metallic grey with a neat black and white pattern- who says all of your nails have to be the same?! I doubted their sticking strength but somehow they adhere like polish and they don't come off unless you use remover! Mine have been lasting for weeks at a time (unless I ruin them with paint). Its a great alternative painting your nails and a fun way to get funky with your nails!
Love, love the idea
ReplyDeleteI love the idea also -- thanks again alisa for a great idea :0)
ReplyDeleteI love these too. My 5year old daughter and I are big fans of them because we both lack the attention span to wait for anything to dry. Plus you can put them on anywhere. We've even done it sitting in a cafe waiting for lunch!
ReplyDeleteHow fun is that! I also work with my hands, so never paint my nails anymore - but this might be the solution!
ReplyDeletemy sister and I have used those too, and we loved them!!! nail polish doesn't usually last longer than a day without wearing halfway off on me, but these lasted me a week!
ReplyDeleteLove this review. I am the same way with (wet) polish. You now have given me hope that I might have manicured fingers for special occasions that won't have gnarly imperfections. Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteThis looks great. I love painted nails but the varnish never lasts longer than a day. This would be the solution. Have to wait till it comes to switzerland.
ReplyDeleteI love your blog and your inspiring tutorials.
How fun! I will have to give them a try sometime.
ReplyDeleteYou're the second person I've heard say these hold up well. I had doubts, but now I'm going to have to try them.
ReplyDeleteOkay, I think I NEED some. *opens Amazon.com in a new tab.* ; )
ReplyDeleteI have seen them but didnt realsie theyd be so cool!
ReplyDeletewhat fun!
Fun!
ReplyDeleteAs is this use of Japanese chiyogami paper:
www.thepaperplace.ca/wp/2012/04/26/chi-chi-chi-chiyogami-nails/
I just found your blog and I have to say that I am in love! You are one crazy-talented lady and are truly amazing. I am leaving inspired to create!
ReplyDeleteOoohh hhooooooo! Hhahahahhahha! I'm SO embarrassed to tell you - the graphic designed one, when I popped over to your blog I thought, blimey, she is SO clever to paint those designs on her nails. Yes, I blush to say it, but I thought nail designs were PAINTED ON in tiny detail. There now.
ReplyDeleteWell now I know better, and no one but you and me and several thousand of your followers need know about my naivity.
Alisa, have loved your worked for a long time and bought your book some weeks ago. As Kristal say, above, you are one very talented lady. More power to your elbow! Lynne.
Okay, I'm glad you did this. I've been wondering if these REALLY work. I'm out in the garden, I'm sewing, I'm being a momma so my nails look...sheesh. Well, needless to say, I'm gong to give these a try. Woohoo!
ReplyDeleteThanks for taking the time to share this. I was curious when I saw them in the store. Will try them now for sure.
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried these before, but they look easy and so much fun!
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