Design Details
- 1The design features a festive Christmas theme with various elements such as Christmas trees, a Santa Claus figure, and a plaid pattern.
- 2The nails are adorned with a combination of glitter and 3D embellishments, adding texture and dimension.
- 3The color palette includes classic holiday colors such as red, green, white, and gold.
- 4Each nail has a unique design element, making the set diverse yet cohesive for the holiday season.
Items Needed for this Design
Nail Preparation
- Nail file
- Buffer
- Cuticle pusher
- Base coat
- Top coat
Nail Polish Colors
- Red polish
- Green polish
- White polish
- Gold glitter polish
Nail Art Tools
- Thin nail art brush
- Dotting tool
- Nail stickers or decals (Christmas trees, Santa face, etc.)
- 3D embellishments (stars, flowers, etc.)
Cleanup
- Nail polish remover
- Cotton swabs
- Small brush for cleanup
Step by Step DIY(Do It Yourself) Guide
1
Prepare your nails for the design.
- File and shape your nails to the desired length.
- Gently push back your cuticles using a cuticle pusher.
- Buff the surface of your nails for a smooth base.
- Apply a layer of base coat to protect your nails.
2
Create the base for each nail.
- Paint the thumb and ring fingers with a white base color.
- Use a red polish on the middle finger.
- For the index and pinky fingers, apply a clear or neutral base.
3
Add the festive design elements.
- On the index finger, apply Christmas tree stickers and red embellishments.
- On the middle finger, place the Santa decal and outline with a thin brush for detail.
- For the ring finger, create a plaid pattern using thin stripes of red and gold polish.
- Decorate the pinky and thumb with 3D embellishments and gold elements.
4
Seal and finish the design.
- Once all designs are in place, apply a top coat to seal and shine.
- Clean up any excess polish around the nails using a small brush dipped in remover.
Pro Tips
Ensure each layer of polish is dry before adding decals or embellishments.
Use a toothpick or dotting tool for precise placement of small decorations.
Apply the top coat generously over 3D elements to ensure they stay in place.
Experiment with different sizes of brushes for detailed work like the plaid pattern.
