Winter faeries: Nubar Silver Glitter

Hello ladies,

While the chill is carried in the air, the winter faeries flit their wings, adding sparkle to the cold. Under starlight and the glow of the moon, their silhouettes can be glimpsed if you believe.

From design plate H39, I stamped the faeries in black Konad special polish. I added to their glittering environment with pink embellishments: stars, a Moon, and a flower with a pearl center.

You can click to view the mesmerizing sparkle at full size.

Faery touching a pink star, faery gazing at a pink Moon, flower faery and another star faery.

Silver Glitter is a worthy addition to any polish collection. I am showing four coats, but two or three would suffice depending on the degree of opacity you are looking to achieve. The formula is fast drying. If you need to create a festive look quickly, Silver Glitter will delight. The reflective shimmer is breathtaking.

I hope the faery silhouettes added sparkle and enchantment to your day.

Nubar Silver Glitter was sent to me for review. This polish is part of the Holiday Jewel Basket, available for purchase at bynubar.com.

Image plate H39 was provided for my consideration. For the full catalog of nail art stamping design plates, please visit chez-delaney.com.

Happy painting, ladies!

Porcelain flowers

Hello ladies,

Philadelphia has been beset by much needed rain. I spent the majority of the afternoon indoors. Something about being at home made me consider fine china place settings. Taupe and white form a modern palette. When I created this look, I imagined tiny flowers on porcelain.

From design plate H39, I stamped the flowers using Konad white pearl special polish. I added Marquis rhinestones to ornament the closed buds. I alternated positioning of pearls and rainbow crystals. When repeating a stamping design over ten nails, a slight change in gem placement can add movement.

A strand of amethyst over a violet purple scarf creates the backdrop.

I adore the retro label!

Russian sage at the Morris Arboretum.

Two coats of Posh Polish brought opacity. Application was tricky. The formula seemed a little thicker than I would have liked. I am always hesitant to add thinner to a new bottle of polish, especially my first time working with a brand. I used Nubar Diamont topcoat, which smoothed beautifully over the taupe creme, adding a glassy finish.

I am pleased with the final manicure. Posh Polish is a skin flattering taupe. There is a hint of purple in the base color. I was stopped by a woman who loved the shade and wanted to know the name of the polish. It was fun to say!

Posh Polish was sent to me for review. This shade can be purchased at eyeko.com.

Image plate H39 was sent to me for consideration. To see the full line of nail art stamping plates, please visit chez-delaney.com. Check under NEWS for more information about the Halloween contest and giveaway running through October 31st.

Happy painting, ladies!