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Friday, 30 March 2012

Kaviar Nails Again

Despite being totally impractical (I'm dropping beads everywhere) I've decided I quite like the effect and even the texture of these 'Caviar nails' (originally created by Dashing Diva). I had another go creating them but this time with a dark base using the same mix of beads I have. The wheel that separated the colours broke which is why they're mixed.

Color Club - Rebel Spirit
This manicure reminds me of those chocolate buttons with the hundreds and thousands on top.
Picture source: http://www.abbeytuckshop.co.uk



You can recreate this look easily using polish you already own and some micro beads like this


which you can buy on eBay for about £1 (search for beads nail art) or you could check out your local craft shop. All you need to do is use a polish of your choice as a base. Make sure you apply a thick layer of polish and then sprinkle these on top and then once the polish has started to dry tap the beads gently for a more secure fit. Easy!!
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13 comments:

  1. Ivana30 March 2012 at 22:52

    So adorable! ♥ I love everything about this manicure!

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  2. Libby's Pink Vanity30 March 2012 at 23:29

    Gosh, I love that!

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  3. Goose31 March 2012 at 00:14

    I tried this today (just on one finger to test it), and think it looks soooo cool!! Did you push the beads into a clear coat or just the polish itself. I used a coat of Gelous to stick the beads on, then sealed just the free edge with SV and I haven't lost any beads at all!

    I love the multicolored look! It's beautiful!

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  4. Freshie31 March 2012 at 01:33

    So awesome! Love the colors on this ~

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  5. The Wonderful Pinkness31 March 2012 at 06:55

    I tried Caviar Mani yesterday, in lovely cobalt blue, but your so full of colours is cooool :-)

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  6. Fashion Footing31 March 2012 at 14:00

    Oh my gosh, chocolate buttons. Yes! Totally looks like those delightful chocolate buttons!

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  7. Anna31 March 2012 at 15:32

    Thanks ladies. I think this is my fav way of doing the caviar look. It looks edible!

    @Goose I just sprinkled the bead directly into the polish. I don't have the gelous polish but I may try it with seche vite next time.

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  8. Sophie31 March 2012 at 18:20

    Your nails look great! I'm kind of on the fence about caviar nails, but I think yours is my favourite of the ones I've seen.

    Random fact: the proper name for those chocolate buttons is 'nonpareils'. (I learned this from a crossword puzzle last week!)

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  9. MothyrGrimm9 April 2012 at 20:44

    What's the name of these beads? I was hoping to buy some (maybe Amazon?) but I have NO idea what they're called. lol

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  10. Anna9 April 2012 at 22:30

    @Sophie You learn something new everyday!

    @MothyrGrimm I bought my beads on eBay. Just search for micro beads/mini beads for nail art.

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  11. Dawniepants10 April 2012 at 16:32

    Love this!!! Amazing! We call non pareils 'jazzies' I love them. Def trying this look!!

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  12. Unknown12 April 2012 at 08:53

    This look great! I'm going to buy some beads on eBay and give it go myself. Btw, I can't believe Ciate emailed you to threaten you about using the term "caviar nails"?! I'm just going to start calling this look "Kaviar nails" like you. That, and I won't be spending any of my money on Ciate products any more.

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  13. The CSI girls14 April 2012 at 17:57

    This is exactly what happened to my nail bead wheel so I gave this a go back in January but only on the one nail! should have done them all!

    cosmeticsshoppingandintoxication.blogspot.com

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