Faux Tortoise Shell Nail Polish Earrings

"I keep every scrap of packaging plastic to make cool things like these faux tortoise shell earrings "painted" with nail polish to look like the real thing. It is easy to duplicate the pattern if you put your scrap plastic cut out over the free printable and use brown nail polish to cover all the brown pattern. After the brown polish dries simply cover the back of the earring with the yellow nail polish. EASY and no fail!"

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One of our favorite craft projects for avid DIYers who enjoy creating faux tortoise shell nail polish earrings is to make coordinating accessories. Consider creating a matching necklace or bracelet using the same technique of layering and swirling nail polish to achieve that beautiful tortoise shell effect. Not only will this create a cohesive jewelry set, but it will also allow you to showcase your crafting skills across multiple pieces.

For those looking to expand their crafting repertoire, we suggest trying their hand at making resin coasters using the same nail polish swirling technique. By pouring clear resin into a mold and dropping in different shades of nail polish, you can create unique and personalized coasters that mimic the look of tortoise shell. These coasters make great gifts and are a practical way to show off your crafty creations in your home.

If you're feeling inspired to take your nail polish crafting to the next level, why not experiment with creating faux tortoise shell designs on other surfaces? Consider applying the technique to small dishes, picture frames, or even decorative boxes. The possibilities are endless when it comes to incorporating this trendy and versatile design into your crafting projects. Happy crafting!

Project TypeMake a Project

Bead TypeMiscellaneous

Time to CompleteIn an evening

Bead Technique UsedStrung

Bead Project TypeEarrings

Materials List

• scrap plastic
• nail polish
• earring findings