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As you can probably tell, I'm very new to blogging so am still getting to grips with finding time to post things and working out how to use everything on the site!! I am hoping to be able to post a small review tomorrow though so keep an eye out!! Lj x

How to... Newspaper nails!!

After seeing these newspaper effect nails all over youtube, I've been inspired to try them myself!! I got the method from the youtuber 'Dollybowbow' and I'm extremley pleased with the overall result!! Here's how I did them:
1) Firstly, I cleaned my nails of any excess polish using nail varnish remover and a cotton pad.
2) Once free from polish, I used 2 layers of BarryM strawberry ice cream nail varnish (or any pale/nude nail varnish) as a bottom coat.
3) After waiting for them to fully dry for 10-15 minutes, I cut out small squares of newspaper, big enough to fit over my nails.
4) I poured rubbing alcohol (or vodka) into a small shallow bowl and dipped one nail into it.
5) I then pressed one of the newspaper squares onto the rubbing-alcohol dipped nail and continued to press hard for 30-40 seconds.
6) Once I felt the writing had been fully transferred, I peeled the newspaper off and continued this for the rest of my nails.
7) Lastly, I painted my nails with a clear top coat to ensure it lasts longer.

I really love the effect the newspaper gives although one of the downsides is that it does start to fade very quickly, but I think this just adds to the look!!

 

Lj x