It is the last and final day of the Digit-al Dozen prompt cocktails and I had to go with my first true love (I mean it is Valentine's Day after all right?). WINE! :) I love me some wine....be right back, going to go pour myself a glass.
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Friday, February 14, 2020
Digit-al Dozen: Cocktails My True Love
Greetings and Nailutations,
It is the last and final day of the Digit-al Dozen prompt cocktails and I had to go with my first true love (I mean it is Valentine's Day after all right?). WINE! :) I love me some wine....be right back, going to go pour myself a glass.
It is the last and final day of the Digit-al Dozen prompt cocktails and I had to go with my first true love (I mean it is Valentine's Day after all right?). WINE! :) I love me some wine....be right back, going to go pour myself a glass.
Monday, October 8, 2018
Digit-al Dozen: TV Shows Westworld
Greetings and Nailutations,
It is a Digit-al Dozen week and our prompt is TV Shows. I was super excited about this and selected TV Shows that are near and dear to me for one reason or another.
Let's get to the details.
It is a Digit-al Dozen week and our prompt is TV Shows. I was super excited about this and selected TV Shows that are near and dear to me for one reason or another.
Let's get to the details.
Friday, August 18, 2017
Digit-al Dozen: Story Genres - True Grit
Greetings and Nailutations,
Today is the last day of the Digit-al Dozen Week Story Genres. The entire week I have use actual books for my inspiration which coincidentally were also movies! Today is no different and I am using True Grit, a western for my inspiration. There are actually 2 movies, one from 1969 and one from 2010. I read the book first and then watched the 2010 movie and then the 1969. I am a Jeff Bridges fan, so I really enjoyed the 2010 version and the book is great too!
Let's get to the details.
Today is the last day of the Digit-al Dozen Week Story Genres. The entire week I have use actual books for my inspiration which coincidentally were also movies! Today is no different and I am using True Grit, a western for my inspiration. There are actually 2 movies, one from 1969 and one from 2010. I read the book first and then watched the 2010 movie and then the 1969. I am a Jeff Bridges fan, so I really enjoyed the 2010 version and the book is great too!
Let's get to the details.
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Beauty Bigbang Watermarble Tool Review
Greetings and Nailutations,
*Press sample*
Today I am sharing a water marble tool I received from Beauty Big Bang. Water marble tools are used in place of pins, toothpicks and other pointy objects to create a water marble design with nail polish in water. They can be cleaned with acetone and can be used over and over (unlike a toothpick which can only be used a certain number of times before it starts falling apart on you).
*Press sample*
Today I am sharing a water marble tool I received from Beauty Big Bang. Water marble tools are used in place of pins, toothpicks and other pointy objects to create a water marble design with nail polish in water. They can be cleaned with acetone and can be used over and over (unlike a toothpick which can only be used a certain number of times before it starts falling apart on you).
Thursday, July 13, 2017
Digit-al Dozen: 5 Days, 5 Continents Asian Wallpaper
Greetings and Nailutations,
It is Day 4 of the Digit-al Dozen, where I am charged with hitting 5 continents and doing manis inspired by them. I've been to North America, South America and Australia using art work to inspire my nail art. Today I'm heading to Asia! I was inspired by a photo of Asian wallpaper and had to recreate it.
It is Day 4 of the Digit-al Dozen, where I am charged with hitting 5 continents and doing manis inspired by them. I've been to North America, South America and Australia using art work to inspire my nail art. Today I'm heading to Asia! I was inspired by a photo of Asian wallpaper and had to recreate it.
Sunday, June 18, 2017
It Girl Nail Art IG118 Stamping Plate Review
Greetings and Nailutations,
*Press Sample*
Today I am sharing my review and thoughts on It Girl Nail Art IG118 Plate. Every so often a stamping plate is created that says so much, that makes a statement and that resonates with me. It Girl's IG118 plate did that for me. Coinciding with LGBTQ Pride month (June), Nicole of IGNA has created a Pride LGBTQ, BLM, peace, safety pin, ally, equality plate. So much is expressed in this plate, it made my heart warm. There are so many images that I was familiar with but also some that I had to use the power of the internet to get information on (like all the different striped images).
Now let's get to the nail art!
*Press Sample*
Today I am sharing my review and thoughts on It Girl Nail Art IG118 Plate. Every so often a stamping plate is created that says so much, that makes a statement and that resonates with me. It Girl's IG118 plate did that for me. Coinciding with LGBTQ Pride month (June), Nicole of IGNA has created a Pride LGBTQ, BLM, peace, safety pin, ally, equality plate. So much is expressed in this plate, it made my heart warm. There are so many images that I was familiar with but also some that I had to use the power of the internet to get information on (like all the different striped images).
Now let's get to the nail art!
Monday, January 16, 2017
February Nail Drama Box
Greetings and Nailutations,
*Press Sample*
Did you order the February Nail Drama Box? If you did, then this is a sneak peek of what you will receive! The Nail Drama Box is a box of nail art items for $10/month. You receive all sorts of goodies and surprises! Here is February's box:
Now let's get to the manis!
*Press Sample*
Did you order the February Nail Drama Box? If you did, then this is a sneak peek of what you will receive! The Nail Drama Box is a box of nail art items for $10/month. You receive all sorts of goodies and surprises! Here is February's box:
Now let's get to the manis!
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
Digit-al Dozen: Decades 60's Tie-Dyed Paisley
Greetings and Nailutations,
Or maybe I should have said Peace & Love my Groovy Readers. :) We are continuing with decades in the Digit-al Dozen and today I have my mani for 60's. Yesterday I did my take on 50's using saddle shoes and polk-a-dots and today I went with tie-dye and paisley.
Now let's get to the mani!
Or maybe I should have said Peace & Love my Groovy Readers. :) We are continuing with decades in the Digit-al Dozen and today I have my mani for 60's. Yesterday I did my take on 50's using saddle shoes and polk-a-dots and today I went with tie-dye and paisley.
Now let's get to the mani!
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
3 Empties: Dream Polish Gem Glam Top Coat, Fortune Cookie Hand Sanitizer and O.P.I. Avo Juice
Greetings and Nailutations,
It's another installment of 3 empties, where I review 3 products I have used up and express my opinion on how well they worked, how they smelled, their packaging and if I'd make a repeat purchase.
Now let's get to the reviews!
It's another installment of 3 empties, where I review 3 products I have used up and express my opinion on how well they worked, how they smelled, their packaging and if I'd make a repeat purchase.
Now let's get to the reviews!
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
Daily Hues Nail Lacquer 2015 Create Christmas Collection Swatch and Review
Greetings and Nailutations,
*Press Sample*
Today I am sharing 6 polishes that are part of Daily Hues Nail Lacquers' Create Christmas Collection, where Jenn (the owner) worked along side 6 polish lovers who won a contest to create a cohesive and festive collection. The collection includes 3 glitter toppers and 3 glitter crellies. They are available December 2nd. All DNHL polish are 5-free, so they don't contain 5 of the harsh chemicals that can be found in some polish.
Now let's get to some swatches!
*Press Sample*
Today I am sharing 6 polishes that are part of Daily Hues Nail Lacquers' Create Christmas Collection, where Jenn (the owner) worked along side 6 polish lovers who won a contest to create a cohesive and festive collection. The collection includes 3 glitter toppers and 3 glitter crellies. They are available December 2nd. All DNHL polish are 5-free, so they don't contain 5 of the harsh chemicals that can be found in some polish.
Now let's get to some swatches!
Thursday, April 9, 2015
CDB Lacquer Spring Trio Swatch and Review
Greetings and Nailutations!
*Press Sample*
Today I have a floral inspired Spring Trio Collection from CDB Lacquer to share with you. They release April 10th and will be $8 for full size. As a reminder, CDB Lacquer polishes are 5-free so they don't contain 5 of the harsh chemicals that can be found in some polish.
Now let's get to some swatches!
First up is Flowers Bloom, a white crelly that contains yellow, lavender and pinky-coral small & micro hex glitters. The formula is creamy and applied perfectly. Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat (1st and 2nd photos) and matte top coat (3rd and 4th photos).
The second polish in the collection is Spring Garden. Spring Garden is a bubble gum pink crelly with purple holographic and pink hex glitters. This one is such a perfect pink with a formula to match. Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat (1st and 2nd photos) and matte top coat (3rd and 4th photos).
The last polish of the trio and my favorite is called Butterfly Kisses. Butterfly Kisses is a lavender crelly with blue and yellow small and micro hex glitter. This one also had a great formula. Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat (1st and 2nd photos) and matte top coat (3rd and 4th photos).
Top Coat: Gem Glam Top Coat from Dream Polish
Matte Top Coat from O.P.I. Products
Loves:
When I first saw these polishes, they looked like a bouquet of flowers! Cheyenne hit the mark on spring crellies with these three. The formulas on all were perfection and applied smoothly. They looked great with a shiny top coat and looked soft and delicate like petals on a flower with matte top coat. CDB Lacquer carries 5 free polishes, so they don't contain 5 of the harsh chemicals that can be in polish.
Wishes: I hope to see more of these crellies in future CDB collections!
Which is your favorite? Is it the same as mine?? :)
Information - stay connected with release, restock information and sales:
Store: CDB Lacquer
Facebook
Instagram: @cdblacquer
Happy Polishing,
Kristi aka @beginnails
*Press Sample*
Today I have a floral inspired Spring Trio Collection from CDB Lacquer to share with you. They release April 10th and will be $8 for full size. As a reminder, CDB Lacquer polishes are 5-free so they don't contain 5 of the harsh chemicals that can be found in some polish.
Now let's get to some swatches!
First up is Flowers Bloom, a white crelly that contains yellow, lavender and pinky-coral small & micro hex glitters. The formula is creamy and applied perfectly. Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat (1st and 2nd photos) and matte top coat (3rd and 4th photos).
The second polish in the collection is Spring Garden. Spring Garden is a bubble gum pink crelly with purple holographic and pink hex glitters. This one is such a perfect pink with a formula to match. Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat (1st and 2nd photos) and matte top coat (3rd and 4th photos).
The last polish of the trio and my favorite is called Butterfly Kisses. Butterfly Kisses is a lavender crelly with blue and yellow small and micro hex glitter. This one also had a great formula. Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat (1st and 2nd photos) and matte top coat (3rd and 4th photos).
Top Coat: Gem Glam Top Coat from Dream Polish
Matte Top Coat from O.P.I. Products
Loves:
When I first saw these polishes, they looked like a bouquet of flowers! Cheyenne hit the mark on spring crellies with these three. The formulas on all were perfection and applied smoothly. They looked great with a shiny top coat and looked soft and delicate like petals on a flower with matte top coat. CDB Lacquer carries 5 free polishes, so they don't contain 5 of the harsh chemicals that can be in polish.
Wishes: I hope to see more of these crellies in future CDB collections!
Which is your favorite? Is it the same as mine?? :)
Information - stay connected with release, restock information and sales:
Store: CDB Lacquer
Instagram: @cdblacquer
Happy Polishing,
Kristi aka @beginnails
Saturday, March 7, 2015
Firecracker Lacquer Swatch and Review
Greetings and Nailutaions,
*Press Sample*
Today I am sharing a new-to-me indie brand called Firecracker Lacquer. Kendahl, the owner of Firecracker Lacquer, has released 5 collections and sent me 3 polishes to swatch and review from two of the collections. She also carries nail studs in her store, to add a little pizzazz to your mani. Firecracker Lacquer is 5-free so it doesn't contain 5 of the harsh chemicals that can be found in polish.
Now let's get to some swatches!
First up is Your Mom Thought I Was Big Enough, which is part of the Meet Your Maker Collection. This polish is a multi-chrome that shifts from purple-blue to orange-red depending on what is placed under it. It applied easily and looks gorgeous over a dark color and soft and delicate on it's own (see my instagram page for photos with no undie @beginnails). Photos show 2 coats over Drip Drop Nail Paint's Yoga Pants (black) topped with shiny top coat.
Next is Flamingo Fanfare, part of the Captivating Creatures Collection. Flamingo Fanfare is a bright pink almost neon holographic polish. Formula was smooth and applied perfectly. This polish is perfect for spring. Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat.
The last polish I have to share today is a glitter jelly called Punked, which is also part of the Meet Your Maker Collection. Punked is a black jelly that contains magenta, purple, teal and silver holographic hexes in 2 sizes. Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat (1st and 2nd photos) and O.P.I. Matte Top Coat (3rd and 4th photos).
Shiny top coat: Gem Glam Top Coat from www.dreampolish.com
Loves: I love the formulas on all the different finishes that Firecracker Lacquer sent me. They are creamy and apply like a dream. I also love the versatility of the multi-chrome since it can be used on it's own with 3 coats or over a dark color. If I had to pick a favorite of the 3, I would go with Flamingo Fanfare. It's perfect for spring, with it's bright uplifting pink sparkle! And the added plus of Firecracker Lacquer's is that their products are 5-free so they don't contain 5 of the harsh chemicals that can be found in polish.
Wishes: These 3 that I tried were amazing. I wouldn't change anything about them. Now I want some more of the Captivating Creatures collection! There are some really fun bright colors that make me ready for spring!
Stay Connected:
Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/FirecrackerLacquer
Instagram: @firecrackerlacquer
Happy Polishing,
Kristi aka @BeginNails
*Press Sample*
Today I am sharing a new-to-me indie brand called Firecracker Lacquer. Kendahl, the owner of Firecracker Lacquer, has released 5 collections and sent me 3 polishes to swatch and review from two of the collections. She also carries nail studs in her store, to add a little pizzazz to your mani. Firecracker Lacquer is 5-free so it doesn't contain 5 of the harsh chemicals that can be found in polish.
Now let's get to some swatches!
First up is Your Mom Thought I Was Big Enough, which is part of the Meet Your Maker Collection. This polish is a multi-chrome that shifts from purple-blue to orange-red depending on what is placed under it. It applied easily and looks gorgeous over a dark color and soft and delicate on it's own (see my instagram page for photos with no undie @beginnails). Photos show 2 coats over Drip Drop Nail Paint's Yoga Pants (black) topped with shiny top coat.
Next is Flamingo Fanfare, part of the Captivating Creatures Collection. Flamingo Fanfare is a bright pink almost neon holographic polish. Formula was smooth and applied perfectly. This polish is perfect for spring. Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat.
The last polish I have to share today is a glitter jelly called Punked, which is also part of the Meet Your Maker Collection. Punked is a black jelly that contains magenta, purple, teal and silver holographic hexes in 2 sizes. Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat (1st and 2nd photos) and O.P.I. Matte Top Coat (3rd and 4th photos).
Shiny top coat: Gem Glam Top Coat from www.dreampolish.com
Loves: I love the formulas on all the different finishes that Firecracker Lacquer sent me. They are creamy and apply like a dream. I also love the versatility of the multi-chrome since it can be used on it's own with 3 coats or over a dark color. If I had to pick a favorite of the 3, I would go with Flamingo Fanfare. It's perfect for spring, with it's bright uplifting pink sparkle! And the added plus of Firecracker Lacquer's is that their products are 5-free so they don't contain 5 of the harsh chemicals that can be found in polish.
Wishes: These 3 that I tried were amazing. I wouldn't change anything about them. Now I want some more of the Captivating Creatures collection! There are some really fun bright colors that make me ready for spring!
Stay Connected:
Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/FirecrackerLacquer
Instagram: @firecrackerlacquer
Happy Polishing,
Kristi aka @BeginNails
Thursday, February 26, 2015
3 Empties: O.P.I. Nail Envy, Fortune Cookie Soap and TBD
Greetings and Nailutations,
It's another installment of 3 empties, where I review 3 products I have used up and express my opinion on how well they worked, how well they smelled, their packaging and if I'd make a repeat purchase.
The first product is a bath bomb from Fortune Cookie Soap Company. I had a crazy day and wanted to unwind with a soothing bath and I used Lady Lavender. It is HUGE! It has lavender buds and made the entire master bathroom smell amazing.
*Photo courtesy Fortune Cookie Soap Company
Smell Test: smelled amazing, calming, soothing and left me stress free!
Feel Test: moisturizing and left my skin soft!
Packaging Test: i like that they are packaged in an easy to open bag with a sticker that identifies the name of the product.
Buy Again: yes! it's huge, smells great and is soothing!
The next product is a soap from Fortune Cookie Soap Company. I got a Fortune Cookie Soap in the scent of Tis The Season To Be Mary, which was part of the Old Fashioned Family Christmas. I was excited to try this soap out since this is the product to which they are named! All products from this collection are inspired and named for National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.
Smell Test: The scent was amazing. There were cherry notes and floral notes. I loved this scent so much, I had to order a few more products in this scent.
Feel or Look Test: Nice lather, feels great.
Packaging: adorable packaging and design that is in the form of a fortune cookie, only draw back is that it does fall apart quickly ~40-50 washes and it's difficult to use up all the small pieces. Fortune Cookie Soap Company encourages the purchase of a soap saver bag to put the pieces in to use up.
Buy Again: YES! Aside from the falling apart, the scent, packaging and product itself were all wonderful!
Have you tried any of these products? Did you have similar or different experiences than I did?
Happy Polishing,
Kristi aka @BeginNails
It's another installment of 3 empties, where I review 3 products I have used up and express my opinion on how well they worked, how well they smelled, their packaging and if I'd make a repeat purchase.
The first product is a bath bomb from Fortune Cookie Soap Company. I had a crazy day and wanted to unwind with a soothing bath and I used Lady Lavender. It is HUGE! It has lavender buds and made the entire master bathroom smell amazing.
*Photo courtesy Fortune Cookie Soap Company
Smell Test: smelled amazing, calming, soothing and left me stress free!
Feel Test: moisturizing and left my skin soft!
Packaging Test: i like that they are packaged in an easy to open bag with a sticker that identifies the name of the product.
Buy Again: yes! it's huge, smells great and is soothing!
The next product is a soap from Fortune Cookie Soap Company. I got a Fortune Cookie Soap in the scent of Tis The Season To Be Mary, which was part of the Old Fashioned Family Christmas. I was excited to try this soap out since this is the product to which they are named! All products from this collection are inspired and named for National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.
Smell Test: The scent was amazing. There were cherry notes and floral notes. I loved this scent so much, I had to order a few more products in this scent.
Feel or Look Test: Nice lather, feels great.
Packaging: adorable packaging and design that is in the form of a fortune cookie, only draw back is that it does fall apart quickly ~40-50 washes and it's difficult to use up all the small pieces. Fortune Cookie Soap Company encourages the purchase of a soap saver bag to put the pieces in to use up.
Buy Again: YES! Aside from the falling apart, the scent, packaging and product itself were all wonderful!
The last product I used up is O.P.I. Nail Envy in the original formula, which an be purchased online, in most nail supply stores and beauty stores. I have very weak bending (and in the winter peeling) nails. I was recommended Nail Envy by a fellow blogger (and local friend) Amy (of www.amylovesnewwave.com). I did notice a change in my nails when using this product, they seemed stronger and healthier overall. I did start rotating in other base coats as well and my nails seemed to respond well.
*Photo courtesy O.P.I. Products
Smell Test: smells like polish
Feel or Look Test: I not only used it as a base coat, but also wore it alone, dries quickly
Packaging: Nice wide brush for easy application and wide handle.
Buy Again: YES, but I think I may want to try some of their other formulas (Dry & Brittle, Soft & Thin, Sensitive & Peeling)
Happy Polishing,
Kristi aka @BeginNails
Friday, February 6, 2015
Vixen Lacquers Valentines Come Back Collection Swatch and Review
Greetings and Nailutations,
*Press Sample*
Today I have the Vixen Laquers Valentine's Come Back Collection to share. Vixen Lacquers took a little break and is now back with a great new collection for Valentine's Day! Liz, the owner of Vixen Lacquers, has a great vision for color and finish.
Now let's get to some swatches!
First up is I've Got A Crush On You, which is a coral glitter jelly. I've Got A Crush On You contains pink square glitter, red micro glitter and the best part....gold flakes! It applied nicely and of course I had to show some matte top coat photos as well! Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat (1st, 2nd and 3rd photos) and matte top coat (4th and 5th photos).
Next is my favorite of the collection, Singles Awareness Day. Singles Awareness Day is a light grey holo infused crelly that contains pink and black small hexes, silver micro hexes and silver holographic shards. I love the dimension this polish has! Perfectly smooth formula which made application a breeze. Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat (1st, 2nd and 3rd photos) and matte top coat (4th and 5th photos).
The last polish is Love Is In The Air, a light blue glitter jelly. Love Is In The Air contains pink square glitter and pink and silver holographic glitters. Again, formula is easy to work with and applied nicely. Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat (1st and 2nd photos) and matte top coat (3rd and 4th photos).
Top Coat: Gem Glam Top Coat from www.dreampolish.com
Loves: I love Vixen Lacquers' formula. They apply evenly and smoothly. The color combinations from Liz are always fun and exciting. I also love that her products are 5-free so they don't contain 5 of the nasty chemicals that can be found in some nail polish.
Wishes: I can't wait to see what else is in store for Vixen Lacquers' re-opening!
Stay Connected:
Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/vixenlacquers
Instagram: @vixenlacquers
Happy Polishing,
Kristi aka @BeginNails
*Press Sample*
Today I have the Vixen Laquers Valentine's Come Back Collection to share. Vixen Lacquers took a little break and is now back with a great new collection for Valentine's Day! Liz, the owner of Vixen Lacquers, has a great vision for color and finish.
Now let's get to some swatches!
First up is I've Got A Crush On You, which is a coral glitter jelly. I've Got A Crush On You contains pink square glitter, red micro glitter and the best part....gold flakes! It applied nicely and of course I had to show some matte top coat photos as well! Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat (1st, 2nd and 3rd photos) and matte top coat (4th and 5th photos).
Next is my favorite of the collection, Singles Awareness Day. Singles Awareness Day is a light grey holo infused crelly that contains pink and black small hexes, silver micro hexes and silver holographic shards. I love the dimension this polish has! Perfectly smooth formula which made application a breeze. Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat (1st, 2nd and 3rd photos) and matte top coat (4th and 5th photos).
The last polish is Love Is In The Air, a light blue glitter jelly. Love Is In The Air contains pink square glitter and pink and silver holographic glitters. Again, formula is easy to work with and applied nicely. Photos show 2 coats with shiny top coat (1st and 2nd photos) and matte top coat (3rd and 4th photos).
Top Coat: Gem Glam Top Coat from www.dreampolish.com
Loves: I love Vixen Lacquers' formula. They apply evenly and smoothly. The color combinations from Liz are always fun and exciting. I also love that her products are 5-free so they don't contain 5 of the nasty chemicals that can be found in some nail polish.
Wishes: I can't wait to see what else is in store for Vixen Lacquers' re-opening!
Stay Connected:
Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/vixenlacquers
Instagram: @vixenlacquers
Happy Polishing,
Kristi aka @BeginNails
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