Tanzania inspired nails!

Hi there!

First I would like to say thanks to sooo many of you who bought nails from me -I really appreciate it! I will let you guys know when I bring out a new collection.

I thought I'd share with you guys what I've been up to. I've been so busy fundraising for Ralaigh (a charity who I am going to Tanzania to volunteer with in February). I am doing loads of stuff but the main thing is cutting my hair off and giving it to the Little Princess Trust. If you would like to sponsor me I would be so so grateful for your support, as I am aiming to raise around £800!!! Here is the link:

https://www.justgiving.com/April-Sidlow/

And now for the nails! I created a quick mani inspired by the flag of Tanzania (Africa)...

All polishes are from Zoya, with exception of the glitter which is unbranded. I created the stripes using tape.

Thanks again for reading, means the world!!!

Halloween!

Hello my lovelies!

I would like to share some sets of nails I am selling for halloween! All the proceeds go to charity (Ralaigh) which you will hear more about soon, as I have been doing some fundraising that I need your help with! Here are the nails;

Pictured here are blood splatter nails, drip nails, ghost nails, bat/ombre nails, mummy nails, eyeball nails etc.

If you would like a set please email: aprilsidlow@hotmail.com

You can pick any combination and make any adjustments, sets include 16 pieces.

Hurry to guarantee delivery for Halloween!

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Thanks so much for your support, keep shining!

Born Pretty Store Review #4

Hey!

Here's my final review for Born Pretty, the second stamping plate.

The designs on this plate are all so lovely, but I chose to use the flower pattern on the bottom left here to create a mani. Here's what I came up with;

All colours used are from Barry M, and I added a stud -also from Born Pretty.

As you can see the design didn't transfer perfectly, after multiple tries! This is unusual for Born Pretty Plates, and a shame as the design is so pretty.

However I still like the overall effect of this and it was much quicker than painting would be.

What do you think?

Look out for the return of ciate reviews! And I have a few announcements in the next few days!

Thanks for reading and the continued support!

And as ever, don't forget to use my code! BASQ10

Halloween (Born Pretty Review)

Okay, so I finally got around to posting my HALLOWEEN nails. So late. I sowy!
I did two designs in the end, one minimal and sophisticated, one more creative and playful.
I would also like to take this opportunity to review my first product from the Born Pretty Store, so if you haven't already, please read my Disclosure.

On with the nails! Here is the first, more sophisticated design;

 

For the base on my index and middle finger, I used Nail Girls -Matte Grey. I used Sinful Colours -Innocent for the other three. And created the stripes using a striping brush.

 

The spider webs are water decals, also from the Born Pretty Store. The round neon studs are also from BPS, but these arn't the ones I'm reviewing today, look out for one in the future!

 

My review is on;

 

 

This stunning silver skull stud. I recieved five pieces in the package, which doesnt seem a lot, but you wouldn't want to use more than two in a mani, because of their size. I suppose it might be better to have an even number, so you can have the same number on each hand, but this isn't a major problem.

I added one to this mani;

 

 

 I have quite narrow nails, so the skull looks even bigger, however, it did stay on very well. My nails are also quite curved, so its hard for large studs to stay on, but these did a pretty good job (with plenty of glue).

 

Overall I think these are a great addition to any manicure, and are suitable for many types of nails. I would say save them for special occasions though, because they can catch on things when you do everyday tasks.

 

You can pick up these studs here, for only $1.99!

Remember to use my 10% off code when you buy ANYTHING from the Born Pretty Store;

 

 

What do you think of the studs?

 

Do you like the 'sophisticated' halloween look I created?

 

Look out for my second halloween look, and more reviews!

 

Thanks for reading!

Challenge #4 -green.

Gosh I am SO bad at this!!

So everyone has finished the 31 day challenge, meanwhile I am still on DAY FOUR.
Life has been so hectic, but I promise I have loads of posts lined up, so watch this space!

Finally, here is my green entry. I bought this beautiful mint-jade colour from a random shop on the highstreet, for about 20p! Great bargain.

 

I added a few leaves because I feel like I've neglected hand-painted nails for a while. I used acrylic paint and a nail art brush.

 

As you can see, I added some gold studs from the Born Pretty Store, to finish off the mani. I am also delighted to announce my new partnership with them! Reviews will be coming soon!

 

Use my code BASQ10 for 10% off sitewide!



 

Thanks for reading! Check back for more posts soon!

 

I will post my Halloween inspired nails tomorrow!

 

 

Green and Nude

 

Hi everyone!

Today I have a post inspired by some 'cut out' nails that I have been seeing all over the blog world.
I decided a lovely fresh green would look good over a nude base, as I hoped to rekindle the summer lovin' that has been lost in the UK due to crappy weather. This is what I came up with;

I decided to go over the green with a matte top coat, as I liked the smooth look of it all. For the accent I added black pointed studs, which I recieved from a friend a while ago. I like how mechanical it looks, while still being fresh.

 



 

I coated the nude in a glossy top coat, which I LOVE the effect of, it makes them look like little nail windows.

 



 

If you want to know what I used for this look here is a visual;

 

 

 

It kind of reminds me of the little alien creatures from Toy Story! I think it's because of the green :)



What do you think of this look?

Have you tried glossy and matte in the same mani?

Thanks for reading!