Thursday, May 24, 2012

Memorial Day Gradient - Major Fail!

Ugh, I clearly do not have the knack for nail art! LOL. I attempted to create a gradient mani for Memorial Day using Red, White and Blue. Now, keep in mind it was my 1st ever attempt! ha ha.

Here's what I started with. I think it had potential, but clearly needed work.  I think I needed to use more polish, it looks kind of dry:



So, stupid me decided to add a layer of Wet n Wild Stars and Stripes overtop...yeah, I should have waited for it to dry a bit more because it smeared the colors together, but not in a good way...like the white became pink...darn!


So, major fail here. But I really want to get a good gradient, so I'm going to keep trying. Does anyone have any tips for me??


Thanks for looking!
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  1. AlisonMay 24, 2012 at 7:39 AM

    I tried the SAME thing last night ( my first ever attempt at a gradient) and it came out the same way... mine was also dry and ugly!!!
    Maybe next time I'll attempt only two colors...

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    1. melacineMay 24, 2012 at 6:50 PM

      You know, two colors would probably be a good place to start. Maybe I set my sights too high for my 1st attempt ☺

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  2. NailsByDianaMay 24, 2012 at 7:40 AM

    It does not look as bad as you think! I like it plus the additions of the stars makes it look super cute.
    What type of sponge did you use? because that is what makes all the difference plus i would suggest using the method where u put all the colors in a line on the sponge that usually makes the transition of colors smoother :)

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    1. melacineMay 24, 2012 at 6:50 PM

      Thanks! I used a makeup wedge. I'm going to try tonight with a kitchen sponge and see how that works out.

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  3. ~JodyMay 24, 2012 at 9:10 AM

    Have you seen this tutorial?
    http://www.thenailasaurus.com/2012/04/gradient-nails-picture-tutorial.html

    Works like a charm :)

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    1. melacineMay 24, 2012 at 6:49 PM

      I hate to admit it, but yes, I read it and thought I followed it....I'm not giving up though, I'm trying for another red, white and blue one tonight!

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  4. The PeachMay 24, 2012 at 9:54 PM

    It really doesn't look all that bad. Especially for your first gradient!

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    1. melacineMay 25, 2012 at 6:35 AM

      You're so sweet! ha ha. I do think it had potential, but I needed to use more polish on the sponge.

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  5. starificationMay 25, 2012 at 2:37 AM

    Don't feel bad, things like aren't really easy. I've never even tried cause I know I won't have the patience to stick it out. I'm sure it gets easier with practice.

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    1. melacineMay 25, 2012 at 6:36 AM

      I agree, I'm not good with the patience, that's why I can't seem to master a tape mani. But I adore the gradient look, so I'm going to keep trying ☺

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