Guest Blog Post: Christmas Tree Nails by Jennifer Strong of NeverTooMuchGlitter

In the giving spirit of the holiday season, we have a special gift for you! Our featured artist Jennifer Strong of NeverTooMuchGlitter has created another nail art tutorial for our blog readers! We're very thankful to Jen for continuing to share her wisdom in the ways of glitter with us. These festive nails would be a great way to glam up a holiday look for a special occasion. Continue reading to learn how to make your own 3D nail designs this holiday season:

The festive season is upon us! For those of us in the Christmas spirit, why not do a little holiday nail art to spread the good cheer? This easy-to-do nail art look is sure to bring a smile.

Paint the nails in a light metallic color of your choice. Let dry.

Paint on a long, thin triangle for your tree. You can use the traditional green, or go for any other color you like!

While the tree is still wet, drag the needle across in a wavy shape to add detail.

Now here's the fun part: Add your ornaments to the tree! You can press them into wet polish and seal with a topcoat, but a glue is a better choice for a longer lasting manicure. If you're using artificial nails, try a craft adhesive. For natural nails, try a dab of liquid nail glue.

 You can add a star on your tree with a metal stud, or try drawing one with a complimentary color of nail polish. 

You can add a tree on each nail, or do some quick and easy accent nails with your dotting tool. Some fun options are French tip, dots or stripes. It's up to you!

Thanks so much to Jen for creating this festive tutorial for last minute holiday glam and for sharing her wonderful designs with us! Be sure to check out NeverTooMuchGlitter for stunning nail art for all year long. 

Guest Blog Post: Halloween Nails by Jennifer Strong of NeverTooMuchGlitter

In the spirit of the Halloween season, we have a special treat for you! Our featured artist Jennifer Strong of NeverTooMuchGlitter has written a tutorial for our blog readers on how to create your very own Halloween Nail art. Continue reading to learn how to make your own 3D nail designs this holiday season:

Halloween is a great opportunity to show off some fantastic seasonal nail art. With vintage rhinestones and cabochons from Bumbershoot Supplies, you can create a one-of-a-kind look for all your upcoming spooky events!

For the most impact, get some press-on nails from your local drugstore or beauty supply shop. Adhesive tabs allow the false nails to be applied and removed easily. A nail art pen is an easy to use option for adding designs, but a permanent marker may be used as well (however, it's best not to use these on natural nails as it may stain the nail bed for a few days).

You Will Need

Once you've got your supplies together, check out the tutorial below for some fun ideas!

For natural nails, the steps are the same- but instead of applying stones to the nails with the glue, simply apply them on a layer of wet topcoat.

Go forth and be spooky!

Thanks so much to Jen for creating this tutorial and for sharing her wonderful designs with us! Be sure to check out NeverTooMuchGlitter for stunning nail art for all year long. 

Featured Artist: Jennifer Strong of Nevertoomuchglitter on Etsy

Bumbershoot Supplies' latest featured artist is Jennifer Strong of Nevertoomuchglitter! Nevertoomuchglitter (or NTMG for short) is a boutique full of wonderful glittery handmade nail art. Each design is original and made by hand, some featuring vintage rhinestones and cabochons, and all of them are nice and sparkly.

The styles at NTMG range from simple to encrusted with tiny crystals and are made for many different occasions. Here are some of the Halloween designs, for more, check out Jen's website Gothic Nail Art, the Halloween section is here:

And even if you don't like glittery nails there is something at NTMG for you! There are intricately hand painted nails. Here are some that have been painted in ukiyo-e motifs:

There is a wealth of information on designs and a sneak peek at the behind the scenes process at the Nevertoomuchglitter blog. Be sure to check it out if you're interested in nail art or in Japanese culture and design.

Head on over to the Nevertoomuchglitter shop, you'll be sure to find a fun addition to your look for any occasion. And remember you really never can have too much glitter!

August's Birthstone: Peridot

Vintage Peridot Octagon Swarovski Crystal Rhinestone.

August's birthstone is peridot.

We have a selection of stunning peridot colored vintage items at Bumbershoot Supplies and Bumbershoot Designs. 

Vintage Glass Beads Peridot Green Star Sew On Jewels.

Vintage Glass Beads Peridot Green Faceted Round.

Filigree Jewel Vintage Peridot Charm Necklace.

Vintage Glass Cabochon Light Green Peridot Givre.

Unlike many other gemstones, peridot comes in only one color, a soft shade of green. Peridot can be found all over the world, and has been mined in many countries from the United States to South Africa. Peridot has even been found on meteorites. 

Vintage Swarovski Crystal Rhinestone Earrings Peridot.

Vintage Swarovski Crystal Rhinestone Chain Peridot.

Vintage Glass Cabochon Peridot Deco Fan.

Vintage Pearl Earrings Ivory Peridot Sterling Gemstone.

 

For colorful inspiration, we invite you to browse our vintage faux peridot collections at Bumbershoot Designs and Bumbershoot Supplies.

July's Birthstone: Ruby

July's birthstone is the ruby.

We have a selection of stunning ruby colored vintage items at Bumbershoot Supplies and Bumbershoot Designs. 

Vintage Swarovski Crystal Rhinestone Earrings Ruby Red Gold.

Vintage Flower Buttons Ruby Red Plastic Shanks.

Vintage Glass Rhinestone Jewel Ruby Red Oval.

Rubies have for a long time been valued for their rarity and beauty. The color ruby has often held a treasured place in popular culture with references such as Dorothy's ruby slippers in The Wizard of Oz movie. 

Vintage French Sequins Ruby Red Satin Cupped Strand.

Vintage Swarovski Crystal Rhinestone Ruby Red Heart.

Vintage Rhinestone Ruby Red Crystal ss20.

 In 1870 Tiffany & Co. published a birthstone poem in one of their pamphlets. The July poem goes:

"The glowing ruby shall adorn,
Those who in July are born;
Then they'll be exempt and free

From love's doubts and anxiety."

Vintage Swarovski Rhinestone Chain Ruby Crystal.

Vintage Glass Flower Cabochon Ruby Red Star.

For carefree inspiration, we invite you to browse our vintage faux ruby collections at Bumbershoot Designs and Bumbershoot Supplies.

March's Birthstone: Aquamarine

Aquamarine Vintage Glass Heart Drop Bead Charms.

March's birthstone is aquamarine.

The gemstone aquamarine is noted for its beautiful blue color. With vintage glass counterparts, the color also takes center stage. At Bumbershoot Designs and Bumbershoot Supplies we have a stunning selection of vintage aquamarine toned rhinestones, cabochons, trims and beads.

 

Aquamarine Vintage Rhinestone Glass Oval Jewels.

Aquamarine Blue Skies Vintage Flower Rhinestone Charm Bracelet.

When it comes to vintage materials, aquamarine is often retitled as just "aqua" and can run the spectrum from bright blue to a light sea green. 

 

Aquamarine Vintage Rose Montees.

Aquamarine Vintage Art Deco Rectangle Glass Cabochons.

Aquamarine Vintage ss20 Glass Rhinestones.

Aquamarine Vintage Glass Bead Connectors.

Aquamarine became March's birthstone in the early 1910s. Before that bloodstone, called this because of its red flecks, was the popular birthstone for March. In 1870 Tiffany & Co. published a birthstone poem in one of their pamphlets. The March poem goes:

"Who in this world of ours their eyes
In March first open shall be wise,
In days of peril firm and brave,

And wear a bloodstone to their grave."

We only have two vintage faux bloodstone items at Bumbershoot Supplies, but they are spectacular: 

Bloodstone Vintage Glass Scarab Cabochons.

Bloodstone Vintage Glass Scarab Cabochon. 

For some colorful inspiration this March, we invite you to browse our vintage faux aquamarine collections at  Bumbershoot Supplies and Bumbershoot Designs.