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A simple alternative to free handing the dots.
This is pretty much a fool proof way of getting perfect dots on your nails.

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  • How to paint patterned nail art. How To Create Polka Dot Nails - Step 1
    Step 1

    For this project i used these 2 colors and a clear coat.

  • How to paint patterned nail art. How To Create Polka Dot Nails - Step 2
    Step 2

    This may sound odd but you will need a needle with a little ball on the end. To keep it secure, stick the pointy end into a pencil with a eraser. This will make our dots.

  • How to paint patterned nail art. How To Create Polka Dot Nails - Step 3
    Step 3

    First, do your first layer of color. Make sure you let it dry. Then put a few drops of nail polish on a piece of paper.

  • How to paint patterned nail art. How To Create Polka Dot Nails - Step 4
    Step 4

    Now dip the yellow dot into your nail polish and lightly tap it to your nail. Make sure you go back for more nail polish every single time or it will make smaller dots.

  • How to paint patterned nail art. How To Create Polka Dot Nails - Step 5
    Step 5

    Hooray dots :)

  • How to paint patterned nail art. How To Create Polka Dot Nails - Step 6
    Step 6

    Keep doing this until your happy with your nails. Don't forget a nice clear top coat.

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Atomicbunny
Atomicbunny · 11 projects
You could use anything that has a tiny ball on the end the needle i used had that yellow dot on the end.
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Courtneydiane L.
Courtneydiane L. · Jonesboro, Arkansas, US
Will you need to use a sewing needle?
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