This is silly to admit, but when I'm in a funk, painting my nails in the brightest colors possible makes me feel better. I blame my mood on the lack of spring temps! Is it dreary where you are? But seriously, these nails were inspired by Peeps*, the marshmallow treat that so many love. Am I the only one who isn't the biggest fan? My friends were teasing me about this, so I grabbed one to nibble on, then immediately ran to my notebook to jot down this idea. Enjoy!
TOOLS:
several polish colors
flocking powder in yellow and purple
brown Sharpie marker
clear coat
dotting tool or toothpick
METHOD:
Paint each nail a different color and allow to dry. Seal with a top coat.
Pour out a little polish for the animal you want.
Using a dotting tool, draw out the shape.
The same technique used with a bunny design.
While polish is still wet, sprinkle lots of flocking powder on top.
Gently pat in the powder and allow to dry.
Use a blush or shadow brush from a compact to brush away excess.
Using a Sharpie marker, draw eyes and mouth.
Don't add a top coat to decorated nails, as it ruins the fuzzy effect.
Bunny Peeps
Chick Peeps
Ideas:
- Feel free to choose pastels or colors that closer mimic Peeps. I was influenced by the bright colors from the movie Spring Breakers--random! And the characters committed crimes with perfectly-painted bright nails. Totally realistic.
- I also tried a matte top coat on my non-Peeped nails for a different look.
- Paint each nail the same color, like white, and do a different-colored Peep on each!
More Fuzzy Nail Ideas:
*Peeps were totally harmed in the making of this tutorial.
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