I Love Nail Polish - Purple Plasma

Hey all,

I've got an absolute stunner for you today!

Brace yourself for...

I Love Nail Polish - Purple Plasma

Purple Plasma is a gorgeous "electric" purple holographic polish full of red and gold sparkle.

This is two coats. 

No matter the lighting, it's beauty is intense!

The holo is to die for but it's the sparkle that really kills it.

I stamped with Essie - Good As Gold and used MoYou London Sci Fi Plate 2.

I couldn't bare to cover much of this up, so I picked a little robot that I'm totally in love with.

It's so damn cute, I want to stamp it on everything ^_^

Purple Plasma has quickly become a new favourite.

ILNP did a stellar job on this one. 

What are your favourite ILNP shades?

Have a good one!

jeebjeeb

summertime and the living is easy

Hey all!

I'm baaaacck....*Poltergeist style* 

My week away was cloud free and fantastic.

Days full of reading, swimming and bracelet making. Heaven!

Lucas brought his bb gun and I tried it for the first time. Surprisingly, I'm not bad at it!

Definitely something I want to play with more.

So I gave my Dad hell for not getting me one a as a kid. What the hell Dad??

I couldn't been a sharp shooter by now!

Would have been used way more than the fishing rod he got me.

 

I've got two simple stamping manis for you today.

Featuring two very lovely indie polishes.

First up...

ILNP - Charmingly Purple

A super sweet bright purple holo

 

 

I stamped with Sally Hansen - Lickety Split Lime using MoYou London Suki Plate 09

On a few nails I used Sally Hansen - Lightening and did a little dotting.

 

I really love the Dragonflies. Especially after spending a week surrounded by them.

Did you know they eat mosquitoes, flies and wasps? Best insects ever!

 

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Cult Nails - Radiance

A beautiful berry creme, Cult Nail's nod to the colour of the year

 

This polish was just begging for some gold accents, so I used Essie - Good As Gold

and stamped with Messy Mansion Plate MM32

 

 

As usual with Messy Mansion the detail is insane and the end result is gorgeous.

I am so in love with this hieroglyph stamp!

 

So I didn't get a sunburn the entire trip.

But I went to the beach with my parents yesterday and burnt my back.

Lame!

So I'm going to moisturize and take a nap now. I'm a bit zonked.

Have a good one!

jeebjeeb

 

Indigo Bananas - Acid Ocean

Hey all,

 I'm getting pretty excited and anxious over here.

On Friday night I'm leaving for a holiday with Lucas & my Dad.

We're going up to a giant lake and will stay in a houseboat for a week!

Who needs lakefront when you can be right on the lake?

It was my Dad's idea, and it'll be the first vacation we've taken together since 2005!

Which is pretty crazy.

Dad & I used to go camping every year. 

I had the most fun as a child when starting camp fires, hunting down sticks for marshmellows,

 tearing through campsites on my bike, and scarfing down beans and hot dogs in my plaid flannel jacket.

That was the good life.

Then growing up and bullshit got in the way.

9 years later... I want some of that magic back.

Break out the propane lantern (still works perfectly!)

load up on the sunscreen, bug spray and air mattresses, and bring it on!

It's a jeebjeeb summer revival!

Indigo Bananas - Acid Ocean

Acid Ocean is a deep blue/green base full of aqua and green colour shifting flakies (love!)

and bronze to green shifting shimmer! Yep, flakies and shimmer, what's not to love?

As per usual with Indigo Bananas, the formula is exquisite! This is two coats.

It applied like a dream and despite the jelly look of this polish, there is no visible nail line.

I don't know what I love more, the shimmer or the flakies. Together they work such wonderful magic.

After seeing how beautiful The Mercurial Magpie's swatches were in matte,

I had to bust out my trusty matte topcoat for this one.

(Poor thing is about 2 years old, I think this will be it's last mani, time for it to see greener pastures )

And viola! Matte perfection! I fricken love it!

Look at how wonderfully the flakies pop. Mmmmm... Colour shifting goodness...

What do you prefer, shiny or matte?

I stamped with MoYou London Fairytale Plate 06 using Essie - Good As Gold

I'm so into the jellyfish, it's not even funny.

And on my thumb, I have the face of a mermaid! If only I could fit her on my other nails...

I'll be spending the rest of the week deciding what to bring with me.

No nail polish. No computer. And maybe no crochet. 

(I think I just heard all of you collectively gasp)

What the hell am I going to do?

Friendship bracelets!! The best summer activity around!

That is, until you screw something up and have to undo your knots (._.)

Course, I have a lot of practise at that now :P

I'm a huge success at failing. But apparently it's the only way I learn.

And I'm quite learned ;)

Have a good one!

jeebjeeb

Double your Dose

Hey all!

Happy Sunday!

As soon as I'm done this post I'm going to cook myself up a hot dog and enjoy a noon hockey game.

Sounds pretty luxurious to me ;)

And I'm very happy to say I'm almost done my crochet project! 

I've been really lazy with it this last week because I know our time together will be over soon.

Another baby to set free into the universe. Damn post-partum.

  

Today I've got two manicures featuring polish I scored at  AuttyW's blog sale.

:D (thanks girl!)

First up I have a gradient with Zoya - Neve, a beautiful sapphire metallic.

I can't believe I didn't pick this up when it was first released, this colour is right up my alley!

 I paired it with Zoya - Richelle, a bronze leaning gold with holographic particles.

And that was that! Give me a simple metallic gradient and I'm satisfied.

Keep it simple has always been one of my mottos ;)

All you really need is bold simplicity.

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When the China Glaze textures first came out I thought they were the worst.

But It's been a year and my opinion of them has mellowed. Now I'm intrigued.

Autty's sale was the perfect chance to try one out. So I grabbed Bump & Grind, a bright dark pink.

This is three coats, it's a bit on the sheer side. But the texture spreads like a dream.

I love how matte and stucco-y it is. It's a nice contrast to my usual Pixie Dusts.

With Color Club - Kismet & Cosmic Fate using MoYou Fairytale Plate 04 

I stamped some very cute little stars. I would have loved this mani as a little girl. <3

I'm glad I decided to give China Glaze textures a try.

I was pleasantly surprised.

Any polishes you initially hated, but then grew to love?

Uh oh, got to go, game's on!

Have a good one!

jeebjeeb

A Selection of Aliquid Lacquer The Silmarillion Collection and Giveaway

*polish provided for review*

Hey all,

This is the first time I've ever written that little disclaimer up there! (✿◠‿◠)

When Alison of Aliquid Lacquer contacted me about reviewing some of her latest collection I jumped at the chance.

I've come to expect intriguing combinations and flawless formulas from this brand.

The Silmarillion Collection does not disappoint. 

Based off of one of Alison's favourite books : J.R.R. Tolkien's The Silmarillion.

I may not be a Tolkien person, but I love art influencing other art, especially literature. 

Each polish is inspired by different scenes in the book.

My post is super long as is, so I decided not to include the passages.

If you wish to read them check out Aliquid's blog.

 

So as not to be repetitive,

I used one coat of Seche Vite base and top coat for each swatch.

 

Devouring Wave

Devouring Wave is a deep blue jelly full of multiple sized hexes and shreds.

Red, blue, silver, green, purple, there may even be more colours.

But the array doesn't end there. 

The glitter also varies between metallic, holographic AND iridescent. 

(＠_＠;)  Fantastic.

I used three thin coats for optimum oomph. The third coat really gave it depth and shine.

The formula was easy to work with. Not too thick or thin. 

 I had no trouble getting glitter and they dispersed themselves quite nicely.

I think the name is perfect for this one. It makes me think if glittery flotsam and jetsam in the ocean deep.

I'm a fool for blue and jellies with glitter. So this is a hit with me. I've been devoured.

Dragonspell

Dragonspell is an amber jelly with plenty of green shimmer and gold flakes.

I used three thin coats, if I had steadier hands two coats would have been fine.

The formula was very nice. Like butter, which is standard for Aliquid.

The gold flakes really pop in any type of lighting and lends a tortoiseshell look to the polish. 

The addition of green shimmer makes this spell magical. It really glows in direct light.

This is such a unique polish. Mystifying is the best word I can think of.

Hidden City

Hidden City is a deep green holo with copper, bronze and gold flecks.

I used two coats for polished perfection. Great formula. Super smooth.

In low lighting the flakes come out to play, resulting in a very interesting metallic look.

But in direct light this one is a bit of a show off. Look at that holographic splendour!  

Green with rainbows? Everything I've ever wanted (+_+) 

Shores of Paradise

Shores of Paradise is a slightly sandy tinted base full of brown, gold and white microglitter.

And a smattering of red, aqua, blue, garnet and clear iridescent hexes make this suuuper interesting. 

I used three thin coats and then couldn't stop staring.

Again, the formula totally rocked and was super easy to work with.

I'm sure this would also look amazing layered over another polish, and will try that one day.

It was love at first slight with this one. So incredibly cool!

The coloured glitters are the most awesomely offbeat mix, as I've come to expect from this brand.

Again, I've never seen anything like it. 

 

 

Just based on the four polishes I have, I'm really impressed with this collection.

Each polish seems very well thought out. Very lovingly crafted.

I think it's a stand out unique mix.There's something for everyone.

 

 

Along with swatches I wanted to have some fun with the polish.

So I have two nail art looks for you.

Stamped with Konad - Black using Pueen Plate 56

I think the stars are a perfect match to Shores of Paradise. Makes me think of sand castles.

What I'm wearing at the moment is a Dragonspell / Hidden City half moon.

I watched the trailer for the new Ninja Turtles film before I painted, so that may have influenced me.

(Movie looks like shit if you ask me. I loved TMNT growing up. 

Why'd you mess with the story Bay??!! (╯°□°）╯︵ ┻━┻ )

As for the nails, they're weird, for sure, but I like it. The green shimmer with the green holo.

It's earthy but also not of this world.

What do you think if this half moon combo?

Ginger Rose Lipbalm

Aliquid also makes wonderful lip balms and she was kind enough to send the new Ginger Rose scent.

I have been a Burt's Bees girl for many years now. But I swear to you that Aliquid's are even nicer.

They're less waxy and in my opinion feel lighter and creamier. 

Ginger Rose is a lovely scent, exotic and mysterious. Gently floral with a little hint of zing.

Reminds me of Chinatown in the spring.

Giveaway

To celebrate the new collection Aliquid is having a giveaway!

One lucky winner could receive three polishes of their choosing from the new collection.

(Canada and US only. Must be 18 or older.)

Check out the form below and good luck!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

If you like what you saw and want to see the rest of this collection check out Aliquid's blog.

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I hope you enjoyed my very first review.

And I hope you saw a little pretty that piques your interest.

I can't wait to try other fun combinations and techniques with these polishes.

Have a great night!

jeebjeeb

ILNP - Undenied

Hey all,

I just finished watching a hockey game and feel like passing out ~_~

So tonight's another lazy late night manicure

(It's not really that late on the west coast, but whatever.) 

 

ILNP - Undenied

 

 

Undenied is an "ultra chrome" (sounds so futuristicly fantastic)

that shifts from violet and red to gold.

Photos do not do it justice.

 

The ultra part is definitely spot on. Metallic to the extreme.

And easy to work with. Just be gentle with your brush and it does the rest.

This is two coats.  

Are you an ultra chrome fan?

I'm a bit late to the party. I just could not deny their beauty any longer.

 

 The spring equinox is tomorrow!

I can't wait for all the flowers and cherry blossoms to come out.

Nothing's more inspiring than the rebirth of nature.

Have a great night!

jeebjeeb

 

 



Peaches n' Creampuff

Hey all,

Here's something really luxurious.

 

Sinister Benediction - The One Ring & Scofflaw Nail Varnish - Ruff Tuff Creampuff

together in a tape mani I can't help but refer to as Peaches n' Creampuff

I used Creampuff as my base colour, two coats for opacity.

This nude has some fantastic peach shimmer that really pops with topcoat.

It's just so damn cute! Without being cutesy. Just feminine, delicate and sophisticated.

Once Creampuff was dry I used a couple pieces of tape and applied The One Ring.

This polish is also extraordinary, red glass fleck gives it a warmth and wonder of no other gold.

I'm not a LOTR geek, but... this polish seriously makes me think "my preciousssss..."

 

I felt pretty damn posh and angelic wearing this. What a great combo hey?

I had a feeling they would go well together, but it's like they were made for each other!

A polish match made in heaven.

 

Hope you're having a good Monday.

Back to work for me tomorrow. :)

Bring it on.

jeebjeeb

 

the beautiful girls who are shly brave...

Hey all,

This week I'm going on a Cult Nails bender. （￣ー￣） 

I got pretty pretties from them ages ago that I still haven't worn!

I don't know about you, but I get really antsy with my untrieds.

It's as if I feel like I'm letting the polish down by not using it sooner.

And the longer I hold off, the more of a grudge it has. 

Yes. I was one of those kids that thought my toys had feelings.

So I would try to play with everything equally.

I still do this, and not just with nail polish.

It's ridiculous the amount of empathy I have for the inanimate.

To start off the binge I give you...

Masquerade

Masquerade is a green jelly base full of duochrome pink/gold shimmer.

This was part of the Limited Edition Midnight Masquerade Collection.

It's been on at least 3 bloggers Best of 2013 lists, and it's easy to see why.

I wish I only stamped my accent finger, but oh well.

I used MoYou The Artist Plate 11 & Essie - Good As Gold

Although Masquerade is similar to Orly - Space Cadet, they're not the same.

Space Cadet has a stronger shimmer going on, whereas this is more about the base colour.

I was worried after I ordered this that it would be a dupe.

Which makes me a dope. (~_~;)

Even if they were, you can never have enough Space Cadet!

Don't forget to enter the Janurary Jambouree Giveaway!

Runs until the 20th with daily entries!

(You know you want my earrings ∩( ・ω・)∩  )

Today for your listening pleasure I give you Liz Phair.

"it's cold out there and rough" That's for sure.

It's the usual wet and windy west coast winter over here,

 but my thoughts are with those of you dealing with the sub zero insanity.

Stay warm!

Have a great night and an awesome manicure.

jeebjeeb

the weather outside is frightful

We have reached the darkest of days. And I yearn to hibernate.

Once it gets close to nine in the evening I'm much too out of it to do anything. 

Crochet puts me to sleep. German? Forget about it.

Feels like lost time.

But I always try to look on the bright side.

In a week it will all be in reversal. 

This moment is fleeting.

I finally tried out my first half moon manicure after being inspired by the mercurial magpie.

 One word of caution though, don't use the plastic binder reinforcements, pain in the ass!

That's what I get for pinching work supplies (；一_一) 

It all worked out so wonderfully in the end though.

Essie - Gold as Gold & OPI - Incognito in Sausalito 

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This mani I actually named - Snowfall at Twilight

Nail Pattern Boldness - Texas Tea is AMAZING!! 

This is only TWO coats of a glitter sensation. There is zero pigment in the base. Mind blown.

The colours remind me of Christmas lights, and the iridescent blue flakies lend the perfect glow.

Completely and utterly in love. 

I stamped with Bundle Monster & A-England Excalibur.

I think snowflakes have to be my favourite Christmasy theme. 

I'm not a big Christmas person. Every year that goes by it feels less and less special.

What I wouldn't do just to be able to sleep until the new year.

Ipsy December Glam Bag

I recently signed up with Ipsy , a monthly make up subscription box. 

For $15 ($10 in the US) you get 5 items picked out for you in a cute little bag. 

I didn't exactly know what to expect, but I'm impressed.

Now I'm not a beauty blogger, nor do I aspire to be, so I just have a couple photos and that's it.

In my bag...

Nicka K New York - Ripe Apple

Pop Bauty - Brighten Up Your Life (ha!) Eye Shadow Trio in Naturally Bare

Be A Bombshell - The One Stick in Girl Crush

Nxy - Extra Creamy Round Lipstick in B52

Demeter - Perfume Oil Roll On in Snow

Well I love the eye shadow that will brighten up my life. 

Still waiting for that, but the copper tones look great with my green eyes. Score!

The One Stick I will NEVER use on my lips, since it's frosted bright pink. 

However it's a very natural blush on my fair face. Score!

The lipstick is nice and subtle, creamy understated sophistication. Hat trick!

The roll on oil in Snow wasn't my thing at first. But after wearing it for a few hours it really grew on me.

The oil is such a wonderful, mellow scent experience, I like it a lot. 

In fact... I've already ordered another one of their scents. Major score!

And the Nicka K Nail Polish? (Have you ever heard of them before??)

Well here's a swatch for you. 

Perfect shade for the holidays!

I did another snowy-ish stamp job with it and some Northern Lights Topcoat.

I must have tempted fate because a day after painting this it snowed.

And it doesn't do that all the time here. I'm loving it, it's so beautiful.

But soon enough it will all be slushy disgusting. Yay. (._.)

Puddle jumping my way to my Saturday overtime.

What fun.

jeebjeeb