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DIY: Rainbow Nails





I'm so proud of my new nails! As many of you already know, I'm not the best when doing something that requires patience and a steady hand; as you can see from some slight smudges shown in the photographs. But I really did truly try this weekend to create something extra special for the week ahead. I've broken this down into a few steps for you guys, and trust me; if I can do this, you can too!

You will need;
4 Colourful shades of nail varnish.
1 White nail varnish.
1 Top coat nail varnish.
1 Roll of washi tape.
1 Toothpick/or White nail pen



1. Select the colours you would like to use to make up your rainbow.
2. Start by using the washi tape to cover each nail, leaving only one 'stripe' of nail still visible.
3. Fill in this stripe with one of your chosen colours.
4. Wait for this to dry, then remove the tape.
5. Reapply more washi tape, this time leaving another stripe of nail visible.
6. Carefully apply another stripe of a different colour.
7. Repeat until nails are completely filled with colours and dry, then apply the top coat to seal.
8. Use a nail art pen or a toothpick to draw on your clouds at the base of your nail.
9. Wait to dry, and then apply another top coat.
10. Tidy up all edges, and viola! You have a set of beautiful rainbow nails :]

I hope you guys enjoy this little DIY, let me know what you think or if you'll be trying this one ut yourselves! :] Have a great week!




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  1. Kitten WolfHeart9 February 2015 at 08:12

    Lovely!

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  2. Kirsty9 February 2015 at 08:24

    These are soooo gorgeous, (and very you!) I have the patience of a five year old when it comes to doing anything fiddly so hats off to you! Great job xxx

    Kirsty - Effortlessly Excessive

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    1. Unknown11 February 2015 at 08:50

      Haha they are quite 'me' aren't they?! ^__^ Aww thanks lovely, I know I don't usually have the patience myself tbh! xx

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  3. Unknown9 February 2015 at 08:47

    I really love this DIY ! Thanks for sharing ! I can't wait to try these ASAP ! :D
    x
    Oihana
    http://oihanasymphony.blogspot.com

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    1. Unknown11 February 2015 at 08:50

      Thank you so much for saying that Oihana ! And what a beautiful name by the way :D xx

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  4. .9 February 2015 at 08:58

    I am obsessed with this! Such a cute design, give me your talents xx
    Love Vicki | victoriajanex

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  5. Unknown9 February 2015 at 09:51

    This is so cute

    x

    lifeandstyle-diary.blogspot.nl

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    1. Unknown11 February 2015 at 08:51

      Eep, thanks lovely! Hope you have a nice day ^__^

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  6. El Willmer9 February 2015 at 11:16

    This design is amazing! It's not very often I have patience when doing my nails but your nails look lovely :)

    elwillmer.blogspot.com
    xx

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    1. Unknown11 February 2015 at 08:52

      Wow thank you gorgeous! I think I seen this on Pinterest a long time ago and have been obsessed ever since over trying it! Glad I finally did ^__^ xx

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  8. Unknown9 February 2015 at 12:12

    I'm obsessed with doing my nails so can't wait to try these!
    www.seemenotcp.wordpress.com x

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    1. Unknown11 February 2015 at 08:52

      Oooh thanks Michelle, let me know if you do! xx

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  9. Unknown9 February 2015 at 12:15

    Wow those nails are lovely and such a good idea. I am rubbish at doing my nails but I might give this a go :)

    Pams Stuff and Things
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    1. Unknown11 February 2015 at 08:52

      Hehe good luck! I will admit it took me a long time with lots of patience haha :D xx

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  10. zara c9 February 2015 at 15:24

    So kawaii <3 Love these! So simple to do too! ^^

    zaras-bowsandpearls.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Unknown11 February 2015 at 08:53

      I love anything Kawaii so these are really 'me' haha! x

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  11. Kathryn9 February 2015 at 18:42

    This is so cute! I don't usually do nail art on myself, but I have a friend who is a big fan and I'll be forwarding this on to her! Have a happy week, Jemma!

    x Kathryn
    Through the Thicket

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    1. Unknown11 February 2015 at 08:53

      Aww thanks KAthryn, that's so sweet! Hope you're having a nice week! xx

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  12. Bunmi Afuye9 February 2015 at 18:57

    this is actually very cute!

    www.bumascloset.com

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  13. J9 February 2015 at 20:09

    This is so cute! I love all the pretty colors you used :)

    Jessica
    the.pyreflies.org

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    1. Unknown11 February 2015 at 08:53

      Thank you Jessica! I wanted something pastel-y haha. Hope you have a lovely week! x

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  14. Unknown9 February 2015 at 22:13

    These are so cute, I love them but unfortunately I would never have the patience! Fair play to you :D x

    Beauty with charm

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    1. Unknown11 February 2015 at 08:54

      Haha totally understand what you mean Alina! <3 Haha. I doubt I'll do them often.. haha. Hope you're doing well lovely! Thanks so much for popping by, I appreciate it! xxx

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  15. Unknown9 February 2015 at 23:19

    This looks gorgeous, I'll definitely be trying it out, I love nail art! :)

    Sarah / Sarah Smiles

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  16. Ellen Smith9 February 2015 at 23:24

    Your nails are so pretty but I would totally make a mess of that!

    Ellen,
    http://fishnetsxd.blogspot.ie

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    1. Unknown11 February 2015 at 08:55

      Hahah it was very hard for me to keep it neat lol :D xxx

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  17. professional daydreamer10 February 2015 at 00:17

    These look gorgeous and the colours go so well together. This rainbow look reminds me of the colours on the new lush unicorn horn. I cant wait to try this out on my nails x
    Chloe
    https://professionaldaydreamerx.blogspot.com

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    1. Unknown11 February 2015 at 08:55

      Oooh that's a great compliment haha - I've still yet to try the unicorn horn but it looks amazing! xx

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  18. Anonymous10 February 2015 at 11:40

    I love these nails!!! Bright, colourful, fun. Perfection lovely! x

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  19. Unknown10 February 2015 at 11:47

    Love these rainbow nails - they are so cute :)

    Rae | love from berlin

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  20. Kirsty10 February 2015 at 15:40

    These look wicked!! I have similar colours stashed away so will definitely try this. :) xx

    www.kirstytalks.co.uk

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    1. Unknown11 February 2015 at 08:56

      Oooh yeah give it a go! - Good luck :D ! xx

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  21. Unknown12 February 2015 at 11:38

    The colours all look lovely together! Where did you get the tape from? I just had to order some striping tape from some random website online...

    The Clashing Giraffe

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    1. Unknown13 February 2015 at 00:07

      Aww no! Thats a shame :( I picked up with particular tape from Wilkinsons, but there are sooo many stockists for cute and cheap Washi Tape online! xxx

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