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Saturday, September 15, 2012

Crashing Waves

I hope you are enjoying your Saturday! I gave my blog layout a bit of a revamping yesterday. Among the changes are a new banner (not sure if I like it yet or not), wider layout for bigger pictures, and a drop down menu for my tags. Please let me know what you think. :)

Do you ever attempt a nail design only to end up with a mess? Its a very sad and frustrating occurrence. But sometimes that mess has redeeming qualities. My manicure started off well last night. But it quickly went downhill. My thumb was a disaster and my index finger was just as bad. I was beginning to grow fond of the light blue I already had on, so I decided to keep it and add something extra.



Kind of abstract, but it reminds me of waves crashing against rocks. How the water remains deep blue while the upward spray is very light almost white. Maybe its just me.

I sponged on two different blues for this effect. Cosmetic Arts Sky High and Sinful Colors Midnight Blue. So, what do you think. Crashing waves, something else, or just completely abstract?

Cosmetic Arts retails for $2 at Ross. Sinful Colors retail for $2 at Walgreens (online/in store) and Target (in store). They're also available for $2.50 at Cherry Culture.
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10 comments:

  1. SaraSeptember 15, 2012 at 7:01 PM

    Looks Amazing, cant wait to try this one out:)
    Sara xx

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    1. AshleySeptember 15, 2012 at 9:51 PM

      Thank you! Its very easy if you plan to give it a try. :)

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  2. StephanieSeptember 15, 2012 at 8:05 PM

    I love this mani - also, I like ALL of the updates to your blog/layout :)

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    1. AshleySeptember 15, 2012 at 9:51 PM

      Thank you! I have been debating on updating my blog for awhile. I'm glad you like the changes. :)

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  3. AmeliaSeptember 16, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    these are pure awesome xxx

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  4. Jacqui of The Scholarly NailSeptember 16, 2012 at 11:02 AM

    These look amazing!!!! Definitely reminds me of crashing waves, great job!

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    1. AshleySeptember 16, 2012 at 2:31 PM

      Thank you! I'm glad I'm not the only one who sees crashing waves.

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  5. Mommy DoesSeptember 16, 2012 at 12:41 PM

    Actually I totally love this! I really love the abstract quality but how it does bring the idea of crashing waves. Your technique is gorgeous! What kind of sponge did you use?

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    1. AshleySeptember 16, 2012 at 2:34 PM

      Thank you! That's exactly why I ended up loving it. Its completely abstract yet reminds me of crashing waves at the same time.

      I used a basic makeup wedge sponge. I tore off pieces big enough to fit my nail and comfortably hold between fingers.

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