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Nail Polish Pour Art Craft
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I had always wanted nice nails but alas mine are very brittle and thin. I have tried different nail polished but as a DIY’er, nothing seems to do the trick and honestly, it’s just too much work. #simplegirl So, what to do with those nail polish bottles that have seen better days? 
There is an art trend going on – Acrylic Pour Art Why not use nail polish? First, a couple of things you need to know:
- Nail polish fumes are strong so do this project outdoors or in a very well ventilated area.
- Your nail polish can be separated.
- Unless you have a large supply of polish, you will want to pick a small item to cover (coasters, small art, etc)
- There is a little ball in the bottle of the nail polish. You can remove it from the pour cup with a small spoon or you can let it pour onto the art piece and quickly start turning it so it comes off.
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- Nail Polish, multiple complimentary colors
- Small Cup
- Item to Paint, these mini canvas’s would be great for a party project
- Something to hold your object on
- Cooling Rack (Find one at a thrift store and don’t use it for food), an old tablecloth, or paper
- Disposable Gloves
INSTRUCTIONS
- If necessary, clean the item that you are going to pour onto. Let dry.
- Pour nail polish into the small cup, I used a clean small to go container. This process is known as a “Dirty Pour”
- Over a rack, immediately, put the object on the top of the small cup and flip both items so that the polish is now going to be on the object.
- Lift the cup off of the object.
- Tilt the object around so that you pour off excess and cover the item.
- You can add additional polish if needed.
- Once complete, set the “painted” object on a jar or something it can dry on. Let dry COMPLETELY!
TIPS– I added one bottle that had glitter in it. I really liked the look it gave and one metallic polish would be a great option as well. Also, as mentioned, make sure you are doing somewhere completely well ventilated. Also, only use this as a decor item. Pretty fun! 
|DID YOU SEE THIS QUIRKY ART MADE WITH TISSUE PAPER?|
Wouldn’t this nail polish pour art be great to do on coasters as a gift? Now, here are the other craft de-stash projects. Be sure to check them out~
That’s an interesting concept. I like the glitter as well. Gives it a real punch. – Margy
Thank you. It was fun to do.
What a great way to use up old nail polish! I love, love, love this – and of course, the colors, too!
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Thank you Gail. It was so fun.
This art project looks fun! I don’t really use my nail polish supply either- I’m always using my hands to do projects.
Yes, and nail polish doesn’t last long when we do projects. Hope you find a fun way to use it.
A fabulous way to use up old nail polish! Must be fun playing with all of the colours!
Sam – Raggedy Bits recently posted…How To Paint Metal With Milk Paint And Get An Aged Look
Thanks Sam! I don’t feel so guilty about them going to waste now…lol.
What a great way to use up nail polish! I used to paint my nails all the time so I have quite a stash. I love your combination of colors!
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Thank you Roseann, I hope you try something with the stash 🙂
I have the same problem with my nails and leftover nail polish. I have heard of this painting technique but haven’t tried it and certainly haven’t considered using nail polish. Great idea.
I hope you give it a try
I love this! I go through a lot of nail polish, but I always have some colors that I buy that looked better in the bottle than on my nails. I want to give this try.
I hope you do try it Beverly!
You always have the most clever ideas!! This is adorable, and how fun would this be for a little crafty paint party?? Pinning!
Thank you. It would be fun to have a party. Everyone bring their old nail polish…lol.
This looks like a fun project! Love the colors, and this would look awesome on coasters!
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I agree…coasters would be awesome too!!
I love this a lot. Immediately I could picture myself DIY m-ing some accent tiles for a home update.
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Thank you Habiba! I hope you try it.
I love the look of pour art canvases. Genius adapting fingernail polish to the same procedure. I love how yours turned out!
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Thank you Michelle! It was fun to make
Oooh.. we love pour painting and I just love the effect some of the polish gives this final piece. We’re going to have to try this once the weather gets warmer and we can attempt it outside. Pinned.
I hope you try it. If you have any fun projects using this technique feel free to share them on our FB page on our Wendesday share day.
I love this idea and can’t wait to try it. One question….do you use the nail polish straight from the bottle or add the glue/water mixture that is talked about in the “dirty pour” link?
You pour it into the cup. The instructions I believe state that.