Where There's Smoke

Hi everyone!  Sorry for being away for the past couple of days.  As many of you know, our family is facing a tough time right now.  My husband's mother has been battling stage three ovarian cancer for nearly three years now.  It unfortunately seems that her battle is coming close to an end.  Thank you so much for all of the prayers and support that many of you have expressed.  

I had a few minutes before bed this evening, so I thought I needed a quick new mani.

I started with two coats of Glitter Gal Lizard Belly, a stunning deep green linear holo.  The formula is wonderful!  I think it really could have been a one coater, but I used two just for kicks.  I am in lust with this polish!!!

I used Mash plate 48 with A England Dragon to create the flame design, and followed with one coat of SV.  

When stamping with holographic polishes, it may initially look a bit weak and dull.  But, when you apply the top coat, it brings out the color brilliantly.  

How ironic is that?  Everyone says not to use top coats with holos because it can cut down on the strength of the linear.  But for stamping, top coats are a must!!!

I really like how this turned out.  I can't wait to see it flash in the sunlight tomorrow!  If time permits, I'll add some direct sunlight shots!  

As promised, here are some early morning sunlight shots!

I seriously love the way the fire stands out against Lizard Belly!

I hope everyone has an awesome weekend!!

Happy Painting!

Colors: Glitter Gal Lizard Belly, A England Dragon

Stamping Plate: Mash 48

My Very First Franken!!!

I have been on the hunt for a really great silver holo for ages now.  They're beyond hard to find, unless you wanna kiss your next paycheck good-bye!  So, after a ton of frustration, I decided to try to make one all by my little self!

The top three are indoor lighting, the next three are in the sunlight.

And of course, no awesome sparkle photo set would be complete without an out of focus shot ... look at all those colors!!!

I used a different lighting area for each picture.  It was a little difficult to capture the rainbows on my nails in the photos, but you can see it really well in the bottle.  I have finally decided that I will start making my own polishes, which will be for sale here.  I'll be sure to let you know when this is going to begin!  

Any thoughts on this franken?  I'd love to hear them!!!