Nail Monday

Mondays are my day off and as of lately my new thing is to paint my nails. I don't care to go to salons, but like how nails done right look. So after a few YouTube videos and browsing Pinterest I have found products and ideas that I can do at home. So Mondays now become Nail Mondays. All it takes is one DVR'd program about one hour, fun colors and a cup of coffee.
For me my results have been working out well.

Now I will share my ways so you too can enjoy Nail Monday.

First I recommend prepping your nails and shaping them the way you like. If you are not sure how to handle this on your own its really easy, just look on YouTube for video tutorials on how to file nails. They have them for the shape you are looking for. I like the square shape, so I researched square nail shaping. There are also videos that show you how to paint your nails as well...just in case you are like me and thought it was difficult. I now find this all easy, and really enjoy doing my own nails.

Now for the fun part:

I recommend using Pink Gel Coat (strengthens & brightens) I got mine on QVC check here Pink Gel Coat.

This works great for a base coat and top coat, and it strengthens your nails at the same time.

Today I am going to take my idea from one I found on Pinterest

VIA

 Today I am going to do my own twist with a fall vibe.

I will be using Orange for my main color and a golden twilight for the stripe part.

STEP BY STEP

1. Apply the Pink Gel Coat or any Base coat

2. Apply two coats of orange color

3. For added protection you can add a regular top coat

4. Apply stripes

5. Finish with Pink Gel Coat or Top Coat

I am not a professional but it works for me. And I am right handed so doing the right hand was a bit tricky. 

I am sure over time it will get easier and maybe I can find a tutorial on how to paint nails with your opposite hand. When I learn that I will for sure share with all of you.

Here is my finished look, nothing close to the picture but its the idea.

 Now you have fun and festive nails on Monday

Check back next week for Nail Monday