Nail decor at home - ideas with photos

Beautiful and well-groomed hands show how well we take care of ourselves. A beautiful and correct manicure attracts the attention of almost everyone.

But what to do if there are no additional funds to do nail design in a beauty salon?

Excellent and original nail decor can be done at home. Of course, you will have to practice for some time, but the result, and most importantly, the savings, is worth the effort and time spent.

But before you start designing, you need to purchase special tools - nail art brushes, dotters and nail art tapes.

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In this article we will show you the simplest and most beautiful manicure ideas that any girl and woman can do at home.

Design "Droplets"

For this manicure you will need three colors of polish and a tube.

First we cover the nails with one color. Then leave a drop of varnish on the paper and dip the tube into it. Point the end of the tube with varnish onto the nail and blow out the varnish.

Make sure in advance that the working surface is covered with paper and oilcloth.

Excess nail polish on your hands can be easily removed with regular nail polish remover.

Shine your nails with rhinestones

One of the most popular ways to create a decorative manicure is to use shimmering stones. In the 2014 season, rhinestones are an excellent solution for lovers of sparkle and luxury. You can experiment endlessly when choosing a design for your nails. Decorate, for example, only one nail or place one rhinestone on each. Make a “diamond” path or lay out an intricate pattern. Bright decor simply cannot go unnoticed, especially in the midst of summer 2014!

Designing such a manicure requires perseverance and patience. We would like to give you some tips that are relevant for decorating your nails with rhinestones.

To attach the pebble to natural nails, use a clear varnish. Dip the rhinestone into the polish and use an orange stick to place it on the nail. Wait for it to dry completely and then apply the fixative, paying special attention to the rhinestone area.
The second way to create a luxurious shimmering design on natural nails is to use gel polish. Then the decorative manicure will delight you for 3 weeks. Don't forget that you will need a special UV nail lamp to cure the coating.

Nail design with stickers

In professional stores you can find a lot of stickers that will make the most ordinary manicure original and beautiful. And the main thing is that such a manicure takes very little time.

Whatever design you choose, remember that you need to buy high-quality varnishes that will not crumble after washing the dishes. The nail remover should be without acetone and contain a vitamin complex. A cheap product simply dries out the nail plate, which will begin to peel over time. And try to get a new manicure no more than twice a week, and also give your nails a break from polish for a few days.

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Bright sparkles and glitter on nails

If you want to achieve an extraordinary shine on your nails, then glitter, or in simple words – sparkles, will be the perfect tool for you. The refined femininity of your fingers will attract the attention of everyone around you. In 2014, such nail decor is extremely relevant. At the end of the article you will see a wonderful selection of photos with brilliant design. We invite you to consider several ways to apply shimmering glitter to natural nails.

Glitter nail polish probably won't cause you any questions about how to apply it correctly, so try a fun way. Paint your natural nails in any color you wish, and after the coating has dried, lightly brush from the base of the nail plate with a small amount of glitter polish. The larger amount of glitter should be near the cuticle, and the further away from it, the less glitter remains on the nail. This unusual nail design looks very stylish!
The second option is dry glitter. It's not difficult, you just need a flat manicure brush. Apply the base coat to the tips of the nails or the entire surface, grab the glitter with a brush and apply glitter with light shaking movements. It’s not a complicated design at all, but it looks so great on a woman’s fingers!

Newspaper manicure

This rather complex and interesting nail design, which can be done at home, is presented in the photo. As you can see, it involves applying newspaper font letters to a light tone base. To perform this you will need alcohol and newspaper.

Apply base to your nails and dry it;
Apply a thin, even layer of thick, light varnish;
Dry it also;
Pour alcohol into a small container;
Cut out small pieces with text from the newspaper;
Soak the clippings in rubbing alcohol;
Press the cutout firmly onto your nail for a few seconds;
Remove the newspaper;
Wait for the alcohol to dry;
Apply a fixative to the print;
Dry it and your manicure is ready.

In order to perform this nail design at home, you need to choose a suitable newspaper. It is important that the font is small enough; in addition, it is better to take a newspaper in a foreign language. Experiment a little before starting your manicure. Some newspapers do not print even when exposed to alcohol, but some nail polishes dissolve when exposed to it.

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Simple and effective nail art using stickers

Decorating your nails with stickers is the easiest and fastest way to add sophistication and charm to your nails. This decor will especially appeal to girls who value their time. We offer you some useful tips on choosing the right stickers for the 2014 summer season.

Use only special stickers intended for decorating nails.
This season, the most popular are 3D-style stickers that completely cover the nail. What could be easier than choosing your favorite pattern and immediately applying it to your nails? Today, sticker designs are very popular.
Registration will not cause you any difficulties. It is necessary to cover your nails with a base, and if you wish, you can also apply the main color to add brightness to your future nail art. After gluing the sticker, gently smooth it out using an orange manicure stick. A variety of nail art stickers are an excellent decor for those who want to spend only 5-10 minutes on a cool manicure!

French manicure

The most favorite and popular type of design for most women. Due to its high versatility, the classic French jacket looks appropriate in almost any environment. Those who love creativity are encouraged to do a colored jacket. It replaces both colors or only one of them. The only special equipment needed to perform French work is stencils, however, some craftsmen can do without them.

Get a manicure;
Apply a protective base to your nails and dry it;
Place the stencil along the smile line so that the free edge is completely open;
Cover it with white (or another color for a colored jacket) and dry it;
Remove the stencil and cover the entire nail with a translucent pink, peach or similar color;
If you want to create a “Colored French” nail design with your own hands at home, then after peeling off the stencil, re-glue it so that the nail bed remains open. Apply varnish to the open area and remove the stencil after drying;
Apply a protective top coat.

This manicure can be complemented with rhinestones, sparkles, patterns and other decorative elements. However, girls often wear it without any additional decor. This design looks equally good on both long and short nails.

Fantasy and creativity in nail art with drawings

The most traditional and simplest way to decorate a manicure is to design nails with patterns. Unlimited possibilities for creativity, you can create a new image every time. In fashion magazines you can see many bright photos with designs on the nails of models and celebrities. Try the simplest options first. Designing a complex composition may not work out the first time, so proceed gradually, and then your nail design will be perfect.

Try decorating your nails using a thin brush and dots. Simple designs in the form of smooth lines or polka dot prints will work great even for beginners.
A great way to decorate is nail stamping. Special stamp sets are very popular because they do not require any special artistic skills from you. At the same time, the result will pleasantly surprise you, and the pattern will be filigree and beautiful.

Combinations with French and variations based on it

This season, a multi-colored jacket is considered a good jacket. Successful options and fashion trends this season:

The ends of the plates, framed with color - everyone has already become tired of this French look. But it looks completely different with the pattern.
Translucent curves, like rulers drawn in watercolors, will flaunt cutely and very femininely on your fingertips.
A white jacket with animal faces looks very interesting and playful. Even if they are too cartoonish.
Red jacket with painted human eyes. A great option for Halloween or a youth party.

Decorating with drawings and patterns of French manicure looks like a win-win. The main thing is a sense of proportion; you don’t need to make them too many or too pretentious - this will overload it.

Photo gallery of ideas for decorating natural nails

Now that you have become familiar with the main types of nail decoration, you can safely choose the design you like and start decorating it. We bring to your attention several photos with interesting manicure ideas for 2014. Let beautiful nail art serve as inspiration for you and encourage you to experiment creatively .

If, after viewing the collection of photos, you are interested in the incomparable designs on nails created using stamping, we bring to your attention an interesting video. The wonderful Yulia will show you the excellent results of working with a stamp, and you will see how fast and simple everything is. Enjoy watching, dear readers!