Tuesday, August 27, 2013

NotD & Giveaway! ***CLOSED***

 So, I'm finally getting a new post up after...oh I don't know...FOREVER. Sorry! I hope you all have been well. Thank you for sticking with me through my inconsistent posting. (^_^;)

Today's nails are actually going to be an example of how you can use some of the items in my giveaway! So, let's get right to it, shall we?

First, the Prizes! Because we all know that's what we're really here for. (^_~)

UPDATED: 5 Polishes instead of 3!


Turquoise Studs

Scrapbooking Scissors

I've tried to give some examples of how versatile the scissors can be. I'm sure you creative types can find even more ways. Be sure to share if you do! 

EDIT: I also got the black for myself. All prizes are new. This pattern is also slightly different than the scissors shown. I used my own, but they didn't have the same ones when  buying for my giveaway. They're very similar though.

I would suggest using masking tape because it's easier to cut with these kinds of scissors. Or you could fold scotch tape in half so its thicker and easier to cut. You would have to leave the ends apart so you can pull it apart again. This will also give you longer strips which you can cut to fit each nail or for multiple stripes on one nail. It will save time and give you consistent thickness.

Tape Mani w/ Scrapbooking Scissors

Fancy Tape Mani

SinfulColors Get It On w/ Design

SinfulColors Get It On
 As you can see, the Leather Luxe polishes are matte. With only one layer of topcoat they have a finished leather look, but aren't quite as shiny as regular polish unless you add another coat. I bought Get It On for myself because I don't really wear or have many red polishes. I thought this would be a one I would actually use.

So, that's it. Sorry, but this giveaway is U.S. only. However, I plan to do another giveaway for my 1-year blogiversary and hopefully I'll have something for my international followers in that one.

Thank you all so much for all the support you've given me so far. There have been many times that I considered giving up on the blog, but you all kept encouraging me. I wouldn't have made it this far without you. So, even though it's really small, I wanted to do this to show my appreciation for all of you. XOXO

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18 comments:

  1. I love any nail art and I would use the scissors to make some designs. :)

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  2. I totally want those zig zag scissors to I can create awesome chevrons!

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  3. I'd use them to make fall manis, the studs for accent nails on my thumb and or ring nail aaaand the scissors to make designs and for crafts for when my daughter gets older! :D

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  4. I'd make a chevron manicure & have an accent nail with studs! Thanks for this awesome giveaway & a chance to win some awesome prizes!!

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  5. thanks for the giveaway!!! Never would have thought to use scrapbooking scissors but now that i've seen it i totally have to try it!!! So many fun designs to come up with!!! :)

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  6. I had a pair of those scissors but my nephew is now the owner jaja. But this is a great giveaway and I would do some really nice manis.

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  7. I would be so excited to try out those studs! Thanks for the giveaway! :)

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  8. oh, i have been wanting to play with scrapbook scissors and tape manis! would love those ... and you know, i used to think i'd never put anything 3D on my nails, but i find myself really kinda wanting to try some of those flat studs. they look fun without being dangerous. LOL

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  9. This mom only gets peace around the house when she is doing her nails!!! For me... it is zen time :)

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  10. I'm loving all the comments & ideas. I hope the winner will share their manis. Thank you ladies! ^_^

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  11. I love nail art and tutorials! I'd for sure try out the scissors on a tape mani!!

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  12. Love nail art, i am not good at it so i like to live vicariously through other people's manicures

    --Jennifer Dysart

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  13. I love seeing nail art and swatches of new polishes! I love to see indies!

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  14. I love nail tutorials and reviews! Also, I love seeing new indies!

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  15. Love your nail designs! Keep it up! And I love to do my nails! I would love to try these colors out!

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  16. I'd use the scissors to finally make some chevrons :)

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  17. I've never used studs before and I think these would look gorgeous paired with the blue polish! Thank you for the giveaway xx

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