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A how-to for the perfect floral design!
This is such a fun floral pattern - perfect for any season really. I was actually inspired by Vampire Weekend's Modern Vampires of the City floral pattern. This design is fun because it doesn't have to be perfect!

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  • How to paint patterned nail art. DIY Floral Nail Art - Step 1
    Step 1

    First step is to paint your base polish. For this particular design, I used Sinful Colors "Calypso."

  • How to paint patterned nail art. DIY Floral Nail Art - Step 2
    Step 2

    Next, use a thin paintbrush and a light pink acrylic paint to make the basic flower shapes.

  • How to paint patterned nail art. DIY Floral Nail Art - Step 3
    Step 3

    Next step is to start the stems and leaves. I liked to start with a lighter green first.

  • How to paint patterned nail art. DIY Floral Nail Art - Step 4
    Step 4

    Next, use a darker green paint to add depth to your stems and leaves.

  • How to paint patterned nail art. DIY Floral Nail Art - Step 5
    Step 5

    Back to the actual flowers, use a red or dark pink paint to add shadows to the flowers. Short, thin strokes are key.

  • How to paint patterned nail art. DIY Floral Nail Art - Step 6
    Step 6

    I always like to highlight my flowers so in this step I used my white paint to do so.

  • How to paint patterned nail art. DIY Floral Nail Art - Step 7
    Step 7

    Lastly, I painted white flowers around the others. Super simple and they don't have to be perfect!

  • How to paint patterned nail art. DIY Floral Nail Art - Step 8
    Step 8

    Lastly last, for this particular design, I used matte top coat.

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