Hello Nailphiles, and Happy 4th of July!

So I just finished my mani for the holiday, and I just couldn’t wait until morning to share with you (so please forgive the crappy photos/lighting, i’ll try and snap some better pics tomorrow)!

For this mani, I used Zoya: Elisa, Seraphina and Neve. If you would like to see a tutorial on how to create these nails, check out the tutorial from Simple Nail Art Designs

Also, Zoya currently has a promotion on their website for three pre-selected packs of red, white and blue polishes – check it out Here!

To recreate this mani, you will need a star shaped paper punch, like this, either nail vinyls or striping tape, and a plastic ziplock baggy.

Before starting your mani, paint a square of your white polish on your baggy and let dry completely.

Then, I started with 2 coats of Neve on my thumb/pointer, and two coats of Elisa on my middle/ring/pinky.

on my thumb/pointer, and two coats of on my middle/ring/pinky. Once dry, I peeled the sheet of Seraphina off the ziplock bag and punched out the star shapes. Just use a dot of topcoat, and place them directly on your blue nails.

*** Before you start the next step, ensure you’re nails are COMPLETELY dry – almost isn’t going to cut it. and if you’re not sure, assume its not dry and let it set for another 15-20min (I learned this the hard way)***

Next, place your nail vinyls or striping tape over your white nails, and paint on your red stripes. remove the vinyl/tape immediately.



Now just add a topcoat and you’re done!

Overall, I loved doing these nails. I thought it was awesome to make my own star nail decals and how easy it was, and if I had the patience, I could have done the stripes the same way and avoided a LOT of frustration touching up my stripes.

Thanks for stopping by! Let me know what you think, tips and CC are always welcome 🙂

Hope you all have a great time with family and friends celebrating the 4th!