Newspaper Nails

These nails were inspired by the Sunday paper.  You can take any newspaper print and transfer the image to your nails.  The print will always be reverse image but it still makes for an interesting manicure.  For these nails I have used a regular article but for another mani/pedi I used the Peanuts comic strip and it turned out really cute.  When you are transferring just words you can choose just about any background color but when you are going to transfer comic strips or colored pictures, it is best to use a base coat like white or a light color that is opaque.

To do this manicure, you simply cut out the pieces of print that you want to transfer.  Soak them in rubbing alcohol for 5 minutes and then place paper across the painted nail.  Hold in place for about 3 minutes then lift off and apply top coat.  Voila!  A great newspaper manicure!