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Red Velvet Sugar-Spin Nails | #nailart #sugarspin

19 Wednesday Aug 2020

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I love painting my nails and doing nail art but sitting down and doing them has been like pulling teeth during this pandemic. I think the reluctance comes from how much I wash my hands right now. I already do a lot of that because of the pets but now it’s twice or three times as much and nail polish does not stand a chance.
I change my nails often but I do want wear them for at least a couple of days. LOL.
That being said, sometimes, the call for nail art is just too strong and I have to give in. I had an overwhelming urge to do a sugar-spin (which I do have to take off immediately because it takes too long to dry). ‘Why do you do it then, Monica??’ You may ask. Well, there is something really soothing about this technique for me. It’s my favorite. But, let me say in no uncertain terms. It is NOT an arthritis-friendly technique. Let me repeat, this technique is not arthritis-friendly. As much as I would love to do it all the time, my poor swollen, rheumatoid arthritis-ridden fingers can’t manage it.

It’s been a while since I last did this kind of nail art but I am thrilled with the result. It looks like a delectable red velvet cupcake with frosting and sprinkles! What do you think? Do you like it?

If you are interested, scroll down to see the products I used and watch a short tutorial on how I do my sugar-spin nails!

Red Velvet Cupcakes with Sugar-spin Frosting Nail Art, Sugar Spin Nail Art with Wet n Wild and Zoya Nail Polishes | Monica with RA Rheumatoid Arthritis Blog

Base: Wet n Wild Burgundy Frost

Details: Zoya Aspen (sugar-spin), China Glaze #thisismystreet (sprinkles)

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August Blues 2019.2

02 Monday Sep 2019

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I went to Colorado State University for my undergraduate degree and had to divert any dreams of continuing to vet school when I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Disease. My dream is to become a veterinarian and not pursing it is absolutely heart-breaking.

At the beginning of each semester, I see the fun, excited posts from the CSU and CSU vet school Instagram accounts awaiting new students, returners and excited DVM pursuers. These posts remind me I am not one of them and I don’t know if I ever will be again.

I miss college, I miss Fort Collins, I miss CSU. Every August, I feel blue because I am not getting ready for a new semester with my fellow Rammies.

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August Blues Arthritis-Friendly Easy Dry Brush Nail Art ft. Zoya Rocky, Chanel Les Vernis Vibrato and Born Pretty Store stamping platesAugust Blues Arthritis-Friendly Easy Dry Brush Nail Art ft. Zoya Rocky, Chanel Les Vernis Vibrato and Born Pretty Store stamping platesAugust Blues Arthritis-Friendly Easy Dry Brush Nail Art ft. Zoya Rocky, Chanel Les Vernis Vibrato and Born Pretty Store stamping platesPolishes: Chanel Vibrato (vibrant blue), Fortissimo (dark blue), Zoya Rocky (light blue)

Stamping: Born Pretty Store stamping plate

 

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It’s A New Year!…

02 Saturday Feb 2019

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…And time for the obligatory glitter, firework or drinking nails posts! I didn’t do that many just because it I’m not really into the New Year, New…Whatevers.

My Rheumatoid Disease has been flaring up and down since the beginning of December. We’ve had some really harsh temperature fluctations for weeks and my condition is no fan.

Glitter nails are completely festive and totally arthritis-friendly. Win, win, and just for luck, WIN! I hope you like this simple yet snazzy nail art look! LMK in the comments!

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Arthritis-Friendly and Glitter-y New Year Festive Nail Art Look ft. Zoya, OPI and SinfulColorsArthritis-Friendly and Glitter-y New Year Festive Nail Art Look ft. Zoya, OPI and SinfulColorsBase: Zoya Saint

Glitter: OPI Polka.com*, SinfulColors Frenzy*

 

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31 Day Nail Art Challenge (September 2017 – #31DC2017) Flowers on the Vine Stamped Nail Art

14 Thursday Sep 2017

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I have so many flower stamp designs from multiple brands but I always gravitate towards the lone one from Bundle Monster. This year, I made a conscious decision to use the other multiple flower patterns collecting dust in their protective sleeves.

I always wanted to try a flower on vine type look. Did I pull it off? I have mixed feelings about the final product. What do you think?

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31 Day Nail Art Challenge (September 2017 - #31DC2017) Flowers on the Vine Stamping Nail Art

Base: Pahlish Sunless Sea

Stamping: OPI Stay off the Lawn (green), Madam President (pink), Milani Black Chutney (purple), Zoya Olivera (blue), Bundle Monster plate BM-316, Mo You London plate Nature-02

 

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The 31 Day Global Nail Art Challenge (September 2017 – #31DC2017) Day Six: Purple Plaid Nail Art

05 Tuesday Sep 2017

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It’s been ages since I last did a dry brush/watercolor nail art look. Dry brush is super arthritis friendly nail art technique and does not require materials other than your nails and polishes and nail polish remover.

My primary school colors were purple and gold, a very odd color combination that I disliked immensely all my years at school. Now, I match this unlikely pairing without a second thought. In fact, I did the same thing last year!

I hope you like this look! Don’t forget to check out the Inlinkz below and the social media tag: #31DC2017.

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31 Day Global Nail Art Challenge (September 2017 - #31DC2017) Day Six: Purple Plaid Watercolor Nail Art31 Day Global Nail Art Challenge (September 2017 - #31DC2017) Day Six: Purple Plaid Watercolor Nail ArtBases: Zoya Payton (dark purple), SinfulColors Rebel Rose (shimmery pink-purple), Pahlish Mind Like a Diamond (light pastel base for plaid)

Watercolor: American Apparel Neon Purple, Color Club On the Rocks (silver), Sally Hansen Color Foil Purple Alloy (dark purple), SinfulColors All About You (gold)

 

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The 31 Day Global Nail Art Challenge (September 2017 – #31DC2017) Blue Water Decal Nail Art

04 Monday Sep 2017

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It took me two days to come up with a design for today’s prompt and after all that thinking I settled on full nail water decals. I kept coming up short as I tried different color combinations…Until I realized I did not have any light blue polishes??? The actual what?? Ah well, that just means I get to do some shopping, right?? **By the way, I am sorry, I didn’t realize these water decals were no longer available!**

Today’s nail art represents my monthly inter-venous Orencia infusion. Orencia is a strong immuno-suppresant that suppresses part of the immune system. This ensures it doesn’t attack the cartilage around my joints. This medication is the most effective for me, even if it cuts out a week early and I spend the last seven days of the cycle fatigued and in bed.

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31 Day Global Nail Art Challenge (September 2017 - #31DC2017) Blue Water Decal Nail Art - ft. Born Pretty StoreBase: SinfulColors Midnight Blue

 

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The 31 Day Global Nail Art Challenge (September 2017 – #31DC2017) Day Four: Nature-Inspired Green Double Stamped Nails

04 Monday Sep 2017

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What is there to say about green except it represents nature, growth and health. I feel at peace and happy when I am outside and in nature. I miss the days when I could hike for hours, kayak and rock-climb outdoors. Now, it seems like a distant memory.

I really love the look I came up with for today’s 31 Day Global Nail Art Challenge. I used one of my favorite Born Pretty Store stamping plates (in general, they make some very cute leaf designs). I double-stamped on top of my new Chanel polish in Fantastic which is a funny neon. Over a white base it pops but on it’s own it is your average bright green. Though, for this look, it’s exactly the color I neede. Can you see this as a print for a bag? I definitely can!

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31 Day Global Nail Art Challenge (September 2017) - Day Four: Nature Inspired Double Stamped Green Nails (#31DC2017)

Base: Chanel Fantastic

Details: OPI I Drive a SuperNova, Zoya Olivera, Born Pretty Store plate BPL-026

 

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