Nail Candy : 100+ Ideas for Totally Bitchin' Nails

by Geer, Donne and Ginny

• ISBN13: 9781616284923
• ISBN10: 1616284927
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2013-06-04
• Publisher: Weldon Owen

Summary

From badass Batman-inspired manicures to sweet 'n' simple dots, from hilarious French-fry nails to far-out galaxy 'dos, this book will teach anyone how to give themselves truly creative manicureswithout a trip to the salon. Nail Candyis a breath of fresh air in the cosmetology book marketit's sassy, fun, and full of DIY nail art tutorials that anyone can do. It contains more than 100 ideas presented in full-color photographs and cute line-art illustrations that show readers exactly how to achieve a certain style, ranging from arty to girlish to hardcore and more. Readers will learn how to mask their nails off to create simple patterns, add studs and decals for edgy flare, and create more ambitious paintings that rival works of art. Sample contents include: Argyle nails Panda nails Galaxy nails Spiky nails Mustache nails Art Deco nails Tie-dye nails Dia de los Muertes nails Hello Kitty nails Navajo-inspired nails Rockabilly nails Butterfly nails Kiwi nails French-fry nails Batman nails LEGO nails Peacock nails Newsprint nails

Author Biography

Sisters Donne and Ginny Geer have turned their passion for nail art into a way of life. Their own nail salon—Hey, Nice Nails!—will open soon in Long Beach, California, to serve as a haven for anyone seeking more than the average manicure. Fans outside of California can get their fix at the sisters' Etsy shop that features custom and hand-painted acrylics, and from browsing their blog's tutorials or their daily Instagram shots. The young entrepreneurs have been featured in such publications as The Huffington Post, Allure, Marie Claire, StyleList, and MTV's style blog, and they've been raved about throughout the happening nail-art blogosphere. From elegant to funky to downright silly, the duo's nail designs are like candy to a generation of girls.