Apples are delicious, whether you slather them in peanut butter, bake them in a pie or simply nibble them straight from the tree. The apple is also a symbol of education, occupying a prime spot in lunch boxes and on teachers' desks around the country. While you probably know that the apple signifies all things Americana, you might not realize that this aesthetically pleasing fruit makes an eye-catching addition to your manicure, as well.
Our "apple of your eye" tutorial offers a simple way to take your nails from dull to dazzling. Ideal for celebrating the end-of-finals season or dressing up your nails for a summer picnic, this fun and whimsical manicure is sure to make you smile every time you look down. Read on for instructions on giving your nails the Red Delicious treatment.
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Materials
Mission Control in Power Up, Solar and Fizz
Saviland Colorful Phantom Chameleon
CANNI Nail Art gel paint #603
Gelish Foundation
Cheri Non-Wipe Gel Top Coat
Post-it notes
Star glitter
Tooth picks
Nail art brush
Mission Control in Power Up, Solar and Fizz
Saviland Colorful Phantom Chameleon
CANNI Nail Art gel paint #603
Gelish Foundation
Cheri Non-Wipe Gel Top Coat
Post-it notes
Star glitter
Tooth picks
Nail art brush
Fierce League
Instructions
1. Paint entire surface of nail with Mission Control in Power Up.
2. Using a toothpick, blend Mission Control in Solar with Mission Control in Fizz on a Post-it note.
3. With a nail art brush, draw and fill in an apple in the center of the nail using the mix of Solar and Fizz paints. Place the apple with the top facing the nail bed.
4. Outline the apple with CANNI Nail Art gel paint in #603.
5. Draw and fill in a small leaf at the top of the apple using Saviland Colorful Phantom paint Chameleon.
6. Use Gelish Foundation to attach a star in the center of the apple.
7. Brush Cheri Non-Wipe Gel Top Coat over entire surface of nail.
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8. Enjoy your colorful new nail art!
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