Aussie Nails Christmas Challenge 2013

Better late then never *hangs head in shame*

Wrapping up 2013 with a nail art challenge:

Paint It Blue! - Final Days and Auction (!!!!)

Welcome to all the new followers - I hope you like what you see and stick around after the giveaway!

The last few days of the blue month (aka April) were exciting for a couple of reasons:

1) I kind of happened to discover how awesome layering toppers can be and 2) the auction!

So let's start with the pretty fingers first:

added water drops for the wet look

Pictures in time

I have been a bit slack lately with posting, but I do have some of the manis to show you.

This one I did using one of my magnetics - they are heavily pigmented, so work well for stamping!

The base is Essence Where is The Party?

And here is one I did when I was in the mood for blues.

OPI Dating a Royal with CG Blue Bells Ring

This summer was a hot one - 

Nikolai in a very comfy twisted position

My first ever ruffian attempt - it grew on me after a couple of days lol

OPI Designer De Better and My Very First Knockwurst

I tried some layering and stamping in one go

OPI Nein! Nein! ...Ok Fine! with CG In The City stamped using Essie No Place Like Chrome

It was too blingy, so I added a matte TC. Much better!

I also got some more indies - like this one - Mardi by Alanna Renee: 

And this was my mani for Chinese NY:

I also played around with some new plates from Brazil:

And finally, here is the design I did for Australia Day back in January:

Isn't that bottle shot pretty???

So there you have it - some of the designs from the last 7 weeks.
Thanks for stopping by!

You had to be there!

Today I'd like to share with you something that happened on Saturday -

we had a face-to-face with some beauty bloggers and IG'ers (?) from Perth!!!

There is actually a few more girls in the area, but they couldn't make it unfortunately (((

Here is a group pic:

Who cares about what we look like, it's all about the nails, right?! Haha!

Clockwise from the top: Courtney, Brie, Luisa, myself and Julz.

It was so much fun to hang out with the girls and just chat about anything and everything

- can't wait to do it again!

Before the rendezvous, I met up with Julz and we did some damage!!! It was awesome)))

Read more about her haul here.

Read on for more details.

Where in the World - Day 17 Singapore

I remember visiting the Orchid Gardens in Singapore, so that's what I came up with:

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A Blue Singapore Orchid.

The BATTLE (Nail Polish) Challenge - Week 9

Next installment of the Battle Challenge is themed Duochrome vs Foil.
I had to use both (although I prefer foils because they are great for stamping)

Holiday haul and #nailmail!!!

Hi lovelies, I thought I should post this awesomeness that came my way during December.

First up, my mum brought me these tiny little precious bottles:

They're super cute!! Will post swatches))

Pick the odd one out!

Recently I was going through my Helmer, making room for some new goodies,
and I noticed some similar polishes - here are some quick comparison swatches.

(All polishes swatched in the order of the bottles, 2 coats unless noted)

Violet:

L-R: ulta3 allure; Maybelline Color Show Amethyst Ablaze; Mode Blue Steel

ulta3 and Maybelline are close, but the opacity is different (ulta3 needs more coats). 

Where in the World - Day 15 Germany

Today I have my Germany inspired design. Well, actually it was inspired by this dress:

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And since Diane Kruger is German, I figure this counts ))

Blogger Collaboration Series: My Little Beauty World

I am pleased to welcome Taya from My Little Beauty World to the blog today.

Please make her feel welcome and, of course, don't forget to have a look at her page!

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Taya is the last guest blogger in this series; but it was so fun I may do
a similar collaboration in the future. Drop me a line if you'd be interested!

Showing my 'stache - Glitter (Part One)

Time to bring out the glitter!

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First part is glitter in a coloured base. 

Showing my 'stache - Black

Today I will show you some of the BLACK section of my 'stache.
Although usually my motto says: "Black is boring!" - it's good to break the rules once in a while.
Besides, these black polishes are anything but boring. See for yourself!

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Also, I need your help - see question at the end of the post.

Showing my 'stache - Warm Metallics

This month is coming to an end soon, but I still have a few more 'stache posts!!!

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Moving on to "warm" metallics today!

Showing my 'stache - Cold Metallics

Finally I get to show one of my favorite finishes - metallics!

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Today is all about the "cold" colours. 

Showing my 'stache - Orange & Coral

This next part of the series is a surprising one - for me anyway!

I have a whole lot of orange and coral nail polish!!! Why? How? - No idea!

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I only ever wear it on my toes, but it' would be a great way to add a pop of colour 

to a stamp on my nails (maybe I should try it LOL)

Showing my 'stache - Grey

This series of posts has really helped me understand my preferences better!

I really like grey - turns out it's my favorite neutral))

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There will be a few more installments before the month is out, including black, silver and gold.

Showing my 'stache - Red

Time to show you my true colours yet again.

As you can see the colour of the day is RED!

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Classic yet  modern and very versatile!

Showing my 'stache - Yellow & Green

Today's installment of the stash showing will feature Yellows and Greens!

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I also want to say "Thank you!" to all who like these posts -
they are so simple to "write" I feel like I am cheating)))

Blogger Collaboration Series: Nails at 2 AM

I am pleased to welcome a very creative lady to the blog today: Christine from Nails At 2 AM.

When I came across some of her designs on Instagram, I think my jaw dropped (literally!)

and I knew I had to invite her to take part in this series.

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Please make Christine welcome and don't forget to check out her amazing work.

Blogger Collaboration Series: Tee Bee's Nails

I have recently asked a few of my fellow bloggers to help me create a series of designs inspired by jewelry.
I must say the response has been overwhelming and I am very grateful to all that have taken part so far. 

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If you have not received a request from me, but would like to take part, please send me an email - 

I would be very happy to include your work too!