HAPPY HOLO-WEEN!

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Happy Holo-ween! That's the holographic version of Halloween, for those who don't know! I didn't have the time or inspiration to do nearly as many Halloween designs this year, but I really like the ones I was able to do. Keep reading for all the details on this design!

Born Pretty Store MEGA Review: Mirror Powder & Other Goodies!

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Well, this post is a LONG time in the making! I (shamefully) got these items to review in approximately early August, and have just gotten enough time to sit down and document my review. That's right, I've finally hopped on the "chrome nails" bandwagon, and oh boy is it a ride! Keep reading to find out more! Oh, and be ready for lots of pictures and words!

Eyes in the Darkness!

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I'm back again - I know, it's been just about a month since I posted something. Life is really good at getting in the way of blogging these days! I've been dealing with an ongoing family emergency that has finally stabilized it seems, and my work life has changed again, not to mention regular everyday responsibilities. But for now, I have some fun Halloween nail art to share with you! Just don't get too spooked. Keep reading to learn more!

One Lemming Off My List!

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This post is (again) long overdue... it was originally planned to celebrate my one year anniversary on Instagram, but that day was on July 16th. Oh well! My very first post on Instagram was for my Vampire Squid nails, which I still absolutely love. And, coincidentally, on July 16th of this year I received a polish in the mail that has been on my lemmings list for quite a long time - Illyrian Polish Vampire Squid! Keep reading for more info!

Marie Curie - Woman of Science!

*Product won in giveaway*

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Today I've got a mani to share with you that I'm very excited about! A little while ago, I won my very first giveaway on Instagram! It was hosted by @heheplate and the winner(s) received 2 plates from the new Science collection of their choice! Keep reading for all the details!

Abalone on Abalone Shores

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Look, two posts in one week! WHAAAAT?! I'm trying to catch up with my backlog of pictures, so that means actually posting them and not letting them sit in a lonely folder on my computer. This design is probably about a month or so old, but I hope you enjoy it anyway! Keep reading for all the details!

Elegant Blue Gradient

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I'm so far behind on my posts it isn't even funny... pretty sure today's mani is actually almost two months old! Yeesh... but I'll share it anyway! Keep reading for all the details!

Turning Two Dozen (aka My Birthday)!

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I know I've been MIA and really inconsistent lately. I'm still getting used to working a full-time 8-to-5 job and juggling all the "fun" responsibilities that come with that! But I'm making time right now to say that I just turned 24 - WOW! Anyway, I just wanted some fun colorful nails for my birthday, so that's what I created. Keep reading to learn more!

(Very) Belated 4th of July

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Yeah yeah, these are an entire month late, but like I said in a previous post, I've been very busy lately! But I figure it's better to post them late rather than never, so enjoy, and keep reading for all the details!

A Hipster Sunset

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I'm not sure what to call this design, honestly. I just sat down with some polishes that looked good together in my head and this is what I ended up with! Keep reading for all the details!

Life Update and Mourning Ane Li

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This month has been pretty insane. I've gotten myself a car, a home (with my boyfriend), and on Monday I'm starting a new job. It's been stressful and yet, I'm so excited for this next chapter in my life to start! So for those of you who've stuck around, thank you. It means a lot!

As many of you no doubt know by now, the nail art community recently lost an incredibly talented artist, Ane Li. She was young, far too young to be gone now. But the nail community has rallied together to support one another and honor her memory. Since I didn't have a chance to post my recreation of her nail art with the rest of the community on Monday, I'm posting this now. Keep reading to learn more.

Hobby Polish Bloggers Presents: Fruit!

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I'm so excited to be participating in this month's link-up with Hobby Polish Bloggers (HPB)! I've been so busy lately that the last link-up I was part of was way back in January! This month's theme is fruit, and I've decided to emulate on my nails my very favorite fruit - AVOCADOS! Keep reading below to see how I got this look!

Durarara!

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I've got another set of fun anime nails to share with you today! These were inspired by another wonderful and quirky anime called Durarara!, and if you keep reading I'll tell you all about it and this design!

Born Pretty Store Review: Clear Jelly Stamper

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This post has been on my to-do list for a while, and I've finally gotten it ready to share with you today! It seems like just about every nail company has a clear nail art stamper nowadays, and today I'm sharing Born Pretty Store's version with you! Keep reading to find out more!

Our Sweet Carl

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This post is pretty near and dear to my heart. It is probably no secret that I love cats, especially the sweet kitties that live at my mom's house. A few weeks ago, an irresponsible driver in her neighborhood took our beloved orange tabby Carl from us. We don't know who it was, but we know that our hearts are broken. It was so sudden, and some of us are having a rough go of the grieving process. So I created this nail art design to honor the memory of Carlito Bandito, as I liked to call him. Keep reading to find out more.

Born Pretty Store Review: Funky Floral Water Decals

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I've got another water decal review to share with you today! Some of you might think I do too many water decal reviews, but honestly I love water decals! They're so quick and easy to use, so they seriously come in handy if you're rushed for time but still want a detailed nail design. Anyway, keep reading to see what I thought of these!

Blue Sparkles!

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This was another mani that my boyfriend helped me put together. He chose the polish AND the image I stamped! I think he did a pretty good job! Keep reading to find out more!

Gila Monster!

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I'm not sure what possessed me to create these nails. My boyfriend helped me pick the base color and it sort of evolved from there... but I still like the outcome! So keep reading to find out more about this look!

Celestial Fortune Teller

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Look into my crystal ball and I can show you the mysteries of the Universe! I've been wanting to try this idea for a while and I finally got around to it. Keep reading to find out more!

Sparkling Cherries

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Today I've got a nice blingy Summery design to share with you! Lots of people like cherries - I for one do not, for whatever reason. But I do think they're adorable, especially in nail art, so keep reading to find out more about this look!