Aussie Nails Christmas Challenge 2013

Better late then never *hangs head in shame*

Wrapping up 2013 with a nail art challenge:

Then vs Now

I have been thinking..... when I first created this design about a year ago -
it was for a guest post, and I feel it went unnoticed - but I loved wearing it so much!!!!

 This is the original version

Where in the World - Day 20 Colombia (I)

When I think of Colombia - I think of coffee!
I found the most colourful beans for the inspiration:

Read on to see the mani

Loki's Lacquer - This is Serious! collection

Hi all!

Tara sent me the top picks from the collection for review - have a look!

My camera died as I was swatching - so please enjoy the macro lens on the phone!

Shades Of Phoenix

Hello lovelies!!! One more to show you for the international prize -

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If you don't know Teneil by now, you really should - she is taking over the world!

I was lucky to get her signature glitter for this giveaway!

Natural Light

I decided to swatch over OPI Casino Royale, but really it is very versatile -
a mix of hex, square and micro glitters - you can't go wrong!

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Be sure to have a look at all the pretties in the etsy store.

If you're not in Australia, don't worry, Shades Of Phoenix is available through Color4Nails.

Thanks for stopping by!

Loki's Lacquer

As part of the Australian prize - Loki's Lacquer Gremlins trio!

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This prize is courtesy of Tara, the delightful lady behind the brand who is a super woman (I swear!)

Aussie Superstars

These brands need no introduction and pack a punch!

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Sayuri

Let me introduce this lovely lady - Sayuri!

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She is the creation of Anthea from Nailed Obsession and we have become close friends!

Mckfresh Nail Attire

Kicking off the series of posts on the giveaway prizes - I am proud to welcome a new brand:

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As Kate is just starting out, the polish is only available in Australia and will be part of the Aussie prize. 

Paint It Blue! - Day Twelve and Thirteen

For Day 12 I wanted something refreshing )))

I chose Cinderella Slipper by Loony Lacquer - a lovely sparkly light blue with sliver and sky blue glitters

Paint It Blue! - Day Four

Hey dolls! Day 4 was yesterday and here are my nails!

Paint It Blue! (Today, every week or the whole month)

I'm back for a great cause!

Today is the 6th World Autism Awareness Day ( go here to donate and find out more)

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 Two wonderful ladies, Tammy and Tara (who I am proud to call my friends)
have organised an open FB group, that you can join if you'd like to help.
There is also a silent auction for custom polishes from many indie brands!!!.

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!

The BATTLE (Nail Polish) Challenge - Week 10

Week 10 of the challenge - Matte vs Holo and I am finally caught up))

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))

The BATTLE (Nail Polish) Challenge - Week 7

Are you ready to ruuuuuumble?

Today it's Geometric VS Floral!!!

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). 

Showing my 'stache - Glitter (Part Two)

Today's post is a glitter explosion!!!

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I dug out all of my rainbow (multicolored) glitters!!! 

Seems I am a magpie))

ALL the #nailmail!

If you are on Instagram you have probably seen this hashtag floating around - it's one of my favourites. 

This means someone has received a package (from an online order, or a blog sale or a swap) 

containing some pretty bottles! 

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Today I thought I should show some of the amazing stuff that I have received,
and acknowledge the wonderful people who have sent it to me.

Showing my 'stache - Glitter (Part One)

Time to bring out the glitter!

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First part is glitter in a coloured base.