Nail Polish Washers by A Little Tipsy

 
DIY Nail Polish Washers by A Little Tipsy
 
 
 
Hi there! I am so excited that Kari asked me to come share a tutorial! Ucreate is at the top of my reader and I love her even more after meeting her at CBC! Michelle, from A Little Tipsy here!

I am a SAHM of 1.5 boys and married to a big ole geek (software developer) of a husband. I love projects that can be done during nap time on a single income budget. I just turned the big 3-0 and still can't believe my twenties are gone, I am a total kid at heart!

Enough about me, let's get to the good stuff!
 


Nail Polish Washer Accessories



I love the glazed and stamped washers and decided to put a fun new twist on the washer. I "glazed" them using nail polish.

 

Supplies needed

Washers

Nail Polish (color and clear)

Nails

Cereal Box

Accessory supplies: key ring, necklace, charms, clasps

(all the accessory supplies I used were 50% off at Hobby Lobby and cost $2 or less)



1. Poke the a few nails in the cereal box to hold up each washer so the paint can drip if needed.
2. Paint a light coat in the back of the washer so it will be the same color if it flips when you are wearing your necklace/bracelet.
3. Paint the edges of the washer.



4. For the top, really glop it on. There are four different techniques I used.



A. Paint small circles (I did about 10) to get a spirally effect.
B. Drag your brush from the inside to the outside all the way around to make it look like the iris of an eye. Next time I would do this in blue or green. :)



C. Stipple with your brush to get a hammered type look.
D. Drag your brush in circles around the whole washer.

5. Let dry until hardened. Add a clear coat to protect and add shine.



Ta da!



Now embellish however you like.

Add a clasp and a charm for a fun key chain.



Play with chains (mine was a 60 in. that I wrapped), clasps, and charms for a super versatile necklace. Click any of the images to see them up close.



Or rock it as a bracelet.
 
The possibilities are truly endless!


Thanks again to Kari and I hope you'll come visit me soon!

 

Make sure to visit Michelle over at A Little Tipsy for inspiration galore! I LOVE her “DIY under $5 section”!

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25 comments:

  2. That's a great a simple way to do it!! I was just going to spray paint mine but like this much better. How sad that I just threw away some really old polish that this would have been perfect for!?! You know, the old wacky blue colors and crazy colors like that. Dang....

    Thanks again for sharing this!!!!

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  3. Nail polish?!! that's genius! why didn't I think of that? love the different paint techniques too! thanks : )

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  4. Michelle, sweet idea! Love the shine on those washers! Great job!

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  5. Wow! I just found you (I noticed you were the guest judge at CSI project) and I will definitely come back again! Your blog inspires me! :)

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    1. What a compliment Lynn. Thank you!

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  6. Very cool! I like it as a key chain and I like the different techniques using the brush. Thanks for sharing!

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  7. Thanks for the feature Kari! Somehow tutorials look even better on your site. ;)

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    1. THANK YOU for being such a great guest Michelle! Your talent always amazes me!

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  8. LOVE IT...It's the perfect project for my 12 year old and her friends this summer!! I'm Sooo glad I found you!!
    Denise

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  10. Oh wow! What a fun & easy (& cheap) project! I love the key chains! Those would be great gifts! Thanks for sharing! :-)

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  11. This is truly a great idea!! Thanks so much for sharing!

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  12. You have amazing ideas on here!

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    1. Thank you Jessa! It's because of all of the talented crafters who are so willing to share their creativity!

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  13. What a great idea . . . and it's so simple. Thanks!

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  14. I love it! I am currently obsessed with washer jewelry so this is next up!

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  15. Oooo I love these what a great way to dress up some bling

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  16. Anonymous11:10

    These are just too clever. Bravo to you and Happy Painting-
    Peggy

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  17. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I was so looking for something fun to do with my girls and this is perfect.

    Tootles,
    FawnDear

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  18. ahhh what a great way to use up some nail polish you have just laying around... or your favorite color you love to wear! Thanks for the inspiration... I must add this to my project list!!!

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  19. You won't believe this but I just finished creating the similar idea!!!! Lol was waiting to do the metal stamping but thought the idea of painting the washers were more fun!!! Great minds do think alike!!!!!! My husband is coughing lol oops poor dear....it's raining and I painted about 30 washers inside.....sorry love lol....thanks nevertheless love the idea of the nails so the paint drips!!!! Love the idea thanks again!!!! All the best!!!

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  20. You won't believe this but I just finished creating the similar idea!!!! Lol was waiting to do the metal stamping but thought the idea of painting the washers were more fun!!! Great minds do think alike!!!!!! My husband is coughing lol oops poor dear....it's raining and I painted about 30 washers inside.....sorry love lol....thanks nevertheless love the idea of the nails so the paint drips!!!! Love the idea thanks again!!!! All the best!!!

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  22. Love this idea! I use alcohol inks on mine but this is so different!

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