tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22737655150210192152024-03-14T05:52:46.415-04:00In The Eyes of AprilI've always enjoyed my nail polish but with Instagram it has now become an obsession. I will be posting mostly nail related posts but from time to time, I will post about various other subjects. I appreciate you taking time to read my posts. Thank you.Eyes of Aprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239929553216897556noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2273765515021019215.post-3627015859989261222015-04-06T21:48:00.004-04:002015-04-06T21:48:33.694-04:00INTERVIEW WITH AN INDIE - Heather from LOADED LACQUER<br />
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HELLO MY LOVELIES!! It's been WAAAAAYYY too long since I've done an INTERVIEW WITH AN INDIE!! (And, of course, a coinciding giveaway) And this is an interview that I've wanted to do for quite some time....</span> </h4>
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: #eeeeee;">I have been obsessed with nail polish since 1997. I would change my nail polish every single day. Even when playing college basketball, I would always change my polish daily! It was fun for me because I wasn't into makeup and being very tall, nail polish always fit...unlike clothing!</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: magenta;">Do you have another job? If so, What?</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: #eeeeee;">My second job is being a full time mom! My son is 4 and once he starts school this year, I will have more time to dedicate to Loaded Lacquer!</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: #eeeeee;">My family is just my husband and son. We are a military family currently stationed in Texas and transferring to Kodiak, Alaska this summer!</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: #eeeeee;">In my space time I enjoy fitness (hiking, lifting weights), I love learning about anything survival related!</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: magenta;">How many different colors have you made for LL in all?</span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: #eeeeee;">Oh wow! I would guess at least 40-50 different polishes so far!</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: black;"><span style="color: #eeeeee;">Yes and no. I've always been the type to succeed at things that I work hard towards, so I'm not surprised I've done well. What surprised me is how quickly Loaded Lacquer grew. It went from a hobby to a full time job in just a few months! I'm so appreciative to my loyal customers!</span> </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: magenta;">How often do you do NEW releases?</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: black;"><span style="color: #eeeeee;">I try to do major holiday/seasonal collections and a few random duos and mystery polishes thrown in the mix.</span> </span></div>
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<span style="color: magenta;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">It’s gotta be exhausting, how do you keep up with all of it?</span><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> The social media, the orders, the shipments, the new releases, the restocks.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: #eeeeee;">It is a lot of hard work. I do everything myself, 100%. There are times that I have to take a step back and focus more on family. Also, I get in creative modes only a few times a year. When I get in the mode, magic happens. I don't try to force collections and release too of polishes just to make a profit. Everything I release is because I put my heart and soul into it and want to share it with the world.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: #eeeeee;">I get inspiration from the most random places. I really don't play much attention to other brands or trends. In fact, I stay away from trends and I believe that helps me stand out more.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: #eeeeee;">The new Sponge Bob movie. It was my son's first time at the theatre!</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: magenta;">What do you see for yourself long-term? Will you make polish for the next 10 years? 20?</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: #eeeeee;">I definitely see myself doing this for the long haul. It's something I'm very passionate about and I love every second of it!</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: magenta;">How old are you? Do you have siblings?</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: #eeeeee;">I am 35 and I have two older sisters.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: #eeeeee;">My inspiration comes from my want to succeed and my passion to make unique polishes for my customers and friends</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); color: #eeeeee;">I'm not a huge sports fan, but I am an Ohio State alumni and played basketball there. I'll cheer for them!</span></div>
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<span style="color: magenta;">Now at this point you may be wondering the same as I was - ALASKA?! How will I get my Loaded Lacquer fix??! So, as a follow up, I asked. Her reply:</span></div>
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<span style="color: #eeeeee;">As far as business in Alaska, there may be kinks with getting my supplies that I'll have to figure out, but I don't suspect much of an issue. Shipping charges won't change. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #eeeeee;">So there you have it, now.....if you'd like a chance to win some of her amazing polishes please visit my IG page </span><a href="mailto:IG@aprilaura"><span style="color: #eeeeee;">IG@aprilaura</span></a></div>
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Eyes of Aprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239929553216897556noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2273765515021019215.post-35474696869077090532015-01-12T19:01:00.001-05:002015-01-19T16:29:15.582-05:00Loaded LacquersI've decided to name this blog simply: Loaded Lacquers because Heather's choice for her brand is perfection. Her lacquers ARE loaded. <br />
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A jelly....? Eh, cute.<br />
And North of the Arctic Circle? Hm, pretty....but glitter....<br />
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So, I still don't consider myself to be a glitter topper - or even a jelly kind of girl but I DEFINITELY consider myself completely addicted to Heather's polishes: Loaded Lacquer. As with others, her customer service is impeccable. She is always very informative about restocks and a total brat teaser with those darn pour shots!!! OMG I swear I have a small orgasm when I watch those. TMI? Sorry. Pouring polish porn, hey - I can't help myself. <br />
How about those Mystery Polishes eh?? I only have one but it's unique and stunning and fun! Of course, glittery sweetness that lays nicely as all her polishes do. <br />
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The entire experience of buying her polishes is pleasant.<br />
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<a href="http://www.loadedlacquer.com/">www.LoadedLacquer.com</a> make sure you check her out, watch for restocks and new releases. <br />
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<br />Eyes of Aprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239929553216897556noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2273765515021019215.post-6491531952349204272014-12-15T16:08:00.000-05:002014-12-15T16:09:03.284-05:00Creative Kayla and her Polishes of Amazement<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Lucky me, I got to interview her some time ago and tried out some of her polishes!!!<br />
She asked me what I would choose from her collection and right away I knew I wanted was<br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">How Can I Be of Service</span></strong> - a glitter topper just PACKED with silver, gold and copper colored glitters. <br />
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explained to her and told her that I would like a blue ... a whatever blue and left it for her to decide and she chose my love:<br />
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I absolutely adore him.<br />
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Seriously. <br />
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Like true love. <br />
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Can't stop....<br />
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I don't know if I've mentioned it, but wow.<br />
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How about some <strong><span style="font-size: large;">Flourite</span></strong>?<br />
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or <strong><span style="font-size: x-large;">Nebula</span></strong>?<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong>A Great Red</strong></span> <br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEkAga02EReAzRVO0VUDdnpwGpmibLizPvANF1akgtKwX8t4UBHqMJiShbOZR0eZC-uI__A0xavkhzesR4guNGZoUY0-iFb5GWB18hc9lGd_jV4DtXc_99qtPfm5PAVc-8KR2y43ISh257/s1600/image13.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEkAga02EReAzRVO0VUDdnpwGpmibLizPvANF1akgtKwX8t4UBHqMJiShbOZR0eZC-uI__A0xavkhzesR4guNGZoUY0-iFb5GWB18hc9lGd_jV4DtXc_99qtPfm5PAVc-8KR2y43ISh257/s1600/image13.jpeg" height="200" width="150" /></a>This is a sweet jelly with red glitters. Coco Chanel-esque classic. Another that I enjoyed playing around with, trying different looks. This is no trampy red baby, she's a real lady.<br />
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Kayla also sent me a couple of minis to try out - one was <strong>Autumn Nights</strong>, part of her <strong>Fall Down Like Autumn Leaves Collection</strong>. A really pretty blue but alas, I have yet to give it a try. I know!! I'm sorry Kayla!! I see it on other people and it's just yummy yum but for some reason I just haven't done it yet.<br />
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She also sent me this one:<br />
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I don't know if it ever got a name but I liked it - her glitters lay flatly which is absolutely KEY for me, if the glitter doesn't spread, or lay flatly for me it's out. I can't handle a messy clumpy mess on my fingers. <br />
I suggested Golden Goblin or something like that. I like it because it's a 70's retro greenish packed with nice pretty gold glitters - it's different and I like something out of the norm once in a while. <br />
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My final opinion is this: Although I am still not a glitter topper girl, Kayla's Creative Creations are amazing polishes. Quality, Customer service beyond necessity - she is a sweetheart, she's positive and kind and generous. I hope the indie polish industry goes on forever, because every single one of the ladies I've interviewed is exceptional like Kayla. I wish for her amazing success.<br />
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Her prices are great, she does package deals, she gives holiday discounts, consistently striving to satisfy her customers. Do yourself a huge favor and check her out at <br />
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<a href="http://www.ccnp.storenvy.com/">www.ccnp.storenvy.com</a> <br />
<br />Eyes of Aprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239929553216897556noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2273765515021019215.post-84491932013343553262014-12-03T14:20:00.002-05:002014-12-03T14:20:38.411-05:00CREATIVE CUTICLES Interview with an Indie <span style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I'm so happy to have come into this nail community. I'm ELATED that these lovely ladies agree to interview with me. My latest victim: Kayla from CREATIVE CUTICLES.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #eeeeee;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times;">I have to apologize as I've been caught up in some personal stuff and this has taken me way too long to post.</span><br />
<span style="color: #eeeeee;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span><br /></span> <span style="color: yellow; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Kayla isn't just awesome, ok? She's driven too.</span><br />
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I first THOUGHT about making polish when I found out about Indie Polish lol. However, I decided that I was going to take the plunge around September of 2013, although I didn't purchase anything until February of 2014!!! ;)</span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt8bR2wVfuZ0N8q_Z1MV5AC46MQSYhNxuzMCYyLxWgih-XkTdbFJp7y_RQZzDXAj8SO_LyWp84d5eLkIdan7e8eCH4RmR8qvry02BRonGaYVVyDTpDIlgrUVv-Q5Wdv0AL8-qRS9SMnCdv/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="color: #eeeeee;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt8bR2wVfuZ0N8q_Z1MV5AC46MQSYhNxuzMCYyLxWgih-XkTdbFJp7y_RQZzDXAj8SO_LyWp84d5eLkIdan7e8eCH4RmR8qvry02BRonGaYVVyDTpDIlgrUVv-Q5Wdv0AL8-qRS9SMnCdv/s1600/3.jpg" /></span></a><span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I spent those 5 months researching EVERYTHING.. from the best types of glitters, to pigments, to the difference of 3-free & 5-free, etc.. I wanted to know everything I could possibly learn without experience!! :)</span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I also planned 90% of my polishes that I have released, during that time. I wanted to, & still do want to produce the best quality, unique polishes & put a little of myself stamped into the Indie scene. I officially opened shop on February 28, 2014!!<br class="ecxyiv8320341291" clear="none" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, "Lucida Grande", sans-serif;" /><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"> </span></span></span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0suRu9BHfYFFs1ASy1s0qK9J5n-bo1AVglC7a-E0RzkCUi-ltfhWqAgu2cCAo_n5rkmzp5ZZJXoDKM-ULfKiYMlk4SkAAq9k4oZFe7gJGv4CtuPC3q1ph6afREMjVWgQhpb_uGG6VgBbU/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: #eeeeee;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0suRu9BHfYFFs1ASy1s0qK9J5n-bo1AVglC7a-E0RzkCUi-ltfhWqAgu2cCAo_n5rkmzp5ZZJXoDKM-ULfKiYMlk4SkAAq9k4oZFe7gJGv4CtuPC3q1ph6afREMjVWgQhpb_uGG6VgBbU/s1600/1.jpg" /></span></a><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: yellow;">Which was your first polish sold?</span></span></span></h4>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Well, seeing as how my very first, paying customer purchased ALL 4 of my first releases.. that would make "A Great Red'. "Nail Besties", "Gator Bait", & Duuuval!", all my first polish sold!! :)<br class="ecxyiv8320341291" clear="none" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, "Lucida Grande", sans-serif;" /><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"> </span></span></span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitWk84645zQBUg34cb64jO_0kuC2WwoVDVjRZcGbnC1_sj5IJubp-1I4ERlfkc2_lIsNcxkPXYNeerFXoWsguHhn3rXPfaS9Rh9syadpiccIzWGG9r0-wXg0r9FgRUB0SYDTyCUXTSxeDk/s1600/7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="color: #eeeeee;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitWk84645zQBUg34cb64jO_0kuC2WwoVDVjRZcGbnC1_sj5IJubp-1I4ERlfkc2_lIsNcxkPXYNeerFXoWsguHhn3rXPfaS9Rh9syadpiccIzWGG9r0-wXg0r9FgRUB0SYDTyCUXTSxeDk/s1600/7.jpg" /></span></a><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">When I first started thinking of a name for my brand, I wanted to have "penguin" in the name somewhere.. but, there was already a brand called "Penguin Polish" & every other name I thought of just didn't feel "right".. So, I began to think about the relationships & reputation that I had already established in the Instagram community & decided it would be nice for someone to look at the brand name & immediately think of me!! :) (I don't know how well that works, but it was my thinking).. Although I wanted my IG handle to be represented, I didn't want it to be "Kayla's" anything, because I make the polishes for "you", so I just cut my name out & used Creative Cuticles (which is a great name for a polish company!! especially an indie lol.. It is a VERY creative business!! <br class="ecxyiv8320341291" clear="none" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, "Lucida Grande", sans-serif;" /><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Oh my gosh!!! <3</span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I had been following Amy for a while from my nail account & THEN when I was attempting to find "Jacksonville Nail Girls" for a meet, I discovered that she was a native, as well (JUST outside of Jax, but the way it is here, it is all basically the same lol).. Well, once I started purchasing supplies (or as I call it ingredients haha) I started thinkig about who I wanted to swatch.. SO, I sat down & just wrote down a few names & then I scrolled through my follow list & added a few more incase everyone said no.. After that I sorted them in order I would ask (most wanted to least).. She was the very first person I asked!!!</span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I was SO SO nervous after I hit the send button.. Then she was "typing" (I messaged her on Kik).. he response was "Hell yeah!"..... & I never turned back HAHAHA!!!<br class="ecxyiv8320341291" clear="none" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, "Lucida Grande", sans-serif;" /><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"> </span></span></span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoH7QcHoexJnin5DrqU61s_lzWjNKZRRSif3hweXqnDQHRiUmvWTta92er-ib8rThb0w0kfcpvkALTZu-ZOUtGGDYr8R_HKLC8sHpIiPStuN12mNZcd4MJJZYmm0sGyxiy4Qmq0yONLphl/s1600/5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="color: #eeeeee;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoH7QcHoexJnin5DrqU61s_lzWjNKZRRSif3hweXqnDQHRiUmvWTta92er-ib8rThb0w0kfcpvkALTZu-ZOUtGGDYr8R_HKLC8sHpIiPStuN12mNZcd4MJJZYmm0sGyxiy4Qmq0yONLphl/s1600/5.jpg" /></span></a><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee;"><span style="color: yellow;">How do I not own every single Star Wars inspired polish? LOL I really want Icy Right Through You too!!! ARG!!</span> </span></span></span></h4>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">it was only my 2nd set of releases :) I marketed the crap out of it, & then shortly after my release 3 bigger name indies released a Star Wars collab.. haha (that's the indie business, though.. tough, tight competition) That is why I strive to be as unique as possible, so that there is much less of a chance to have someone else competing with my particular polishes.</span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Also, "Icy Right Through You" was a VERY limited edition.. It was one of the 10% I didn't pre-plan.. One of my suppliers sent a bag of the glitter mix as an extra in my order, & I can't find it ANYWHERE!!! :(</span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee;">My first international sale went to an amazingly sweet lady, named Karen, in Northern Ireland!!! It was the coolest thing EVER, at the time!!! I called my Mema & had to tell her, immediatey!! She was the very first "War Among the Stars" order & she ordered the entire collection... I wish it would've gone smoother.. 45 days later, her package had STILL not arrived, so I sent her another collection and added 2 of my other polishes as an apology, although she was EXTREMELY understanding & offered to pay for a new collection (which I would have NEVER asked her to do!!)!! I then decided to ONLY ship International by Flat Rate.. her 2nd package arrived in 2 weeks (the first one is still MIA)!!!</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291">Ahhh.. Polish Pockets!!! Tammy (@homemademomsnails) is a little GENIUS!!! I had had my eyes on those for a while, & hadn't had a chance to purchase, yet.. Well, while I was trying to figure out the release dates & such for my Autumn collection I had a crazy idea.. There are so many people teaming up with vinyl ladies (myself included on my collab with KicKassBeauty), why not do it with Polish Pockets?!?!?!</span><span style="background-color: transparent;"> So, I messaged her & asked her how she would like to make some custom polish pockets for me, in bulk, so that I could include them with purchases.. She was over the moon excited & immediately agreed & got to work making prototypes!!! :)</span></span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I feel great about the decision!! I love the product SO much!!! & I was thrilled to get the chance & privilege to help out a friend's business!!! Hopefully, other brands will follow suit & join up with her!! <3</span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Parker was such a beautiful accident!!! <3</span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I was making a custom polish for a customer, & it was just WAY too dark.. So I set that bottle aside & later that night I decided to paint my nails with it to see what it looked like on.. I FELL IN LOVE!!!!! <3</span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I wasn't going to release, at first.. Then I kinda talked myself into it, by thinking that EVERYONE NEEDED it!!! ;)</span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Then I had to think of a name.. (I am not good with choosing a name to go with a polish, I am a creating a polish AROUND the name kinda gal!! lol).. so as I sat there & stared at my nails ALL I could think was how much Ty (my son) would love it!! ...............,DUH!!! And it just so happened that his birthday was coming up (Sept 1st).. Ty didn't seem....... beautiful? enough lol.. His middle name is Parker.. PERFECT!! <3 <br class="ecxyiv8320341291" clear="none" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, "Lucida Grande", sans-serif;" /><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">The VERY first thing I looked for when planning where to buy supplies & planning what my investment should/would be, I knew I wanted a unique bottle.. I originally wanted a different bottle.. I showed my boyfriend & he said "that doesn't look like "you"".. I immediately began searching again lol........... Then I came across my flats & just KNEW those were the ONES!!! (at the time I had never seen anyone use them.. shortly after I opened, almost every new brand had them.. but most have since switched!!) ;)<br class="ecxyiv8320341291" clear="none" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, "Lucida Grande", sans-serif;" /><span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: yellow;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">My ALL TIME favorite movie is The Wedding Singer.. I am just a LITTLE obsessed with Adam Sandler!! <3</span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">(he is the only person on my "exempt list" AHAHAHA)</span></span><br />
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I plan on marrying him!!! Just waiting on 4 big words & a little shiny rock on my hand!! ;)<br class="ecxyiv8320341291" clear="none" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, "Lucida Grande", sans-serif;" /><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I think my mailman USED to fear..... no, not fear.. that's not the right word.. hmmmm.. be weary?.. be cautious? (those are better).. I don't know if he is aware of how serious my "stalking" is, BUT he knows that I am ALWAYS alert & waiting when he has a package for me.. & since starting CCNP, he is also aware of outgoing packages & if it has been a couple of days he will mention that I haven't sent anything out in a while lol.<br class="ecxyiv8320341291" clear="none" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, "Lucida Grande", sans-serif;" /><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">My favorite food.......... Is Chinese an answer?!?!?! No? Ok...... eggrolls!!! <3<br class="ecxyiv8320341291" clear="none" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, "Lucida Grande", sans-serif;" /><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I LOVE polish!!!! <3</span></span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I just recently recounted... Almost 400, now...... :/ I am NOT ashamed!!! :D</span></span></span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">My FAVORITE indie brand has got to be Pipe Dream Polish and Loaded Lacquer!!</span></span></span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I am a die hard China Glaze girl.. that is my GO TO mainstream!!!!! <3</span></span></span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I will paint my nails once every couple of days, to 6 or 7 times a day, depending on my mood or free time lol.</span></span></span></div>
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<span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291"><span class="ecxyiv8320341291" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, "Lucida Grande", sans-serif;"><span style="color: #eeeeee; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I keep saying I need to start doing more art again.</span></span></span></span></div>
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</span></span><br />Eyes of Aprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239929553216897556noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2273765515021019215.post-21547448861943938442014-10-01T21:22:00.001-04:002014-10-01T21:22:29.173-04:00Sprinkling Stardust Everywhere<h3>
My very first Indie Polish... and one that I will always go back to, </h3>
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STARDUST POLISH<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk3h18gOJTBx8Ucqp6GrmUOBN7RSaBmrdRRYNXNlLF5pBs6GM0AOgmAToPkxasyJ_rG_WfGnYh_DNyNvbRVS1dlN1Qsh0y0oGeeTYFqIxjbcmNx72rNTTReqDtY0JN15vw672izeY-zMR3/s1600/image12.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk3h18gOJTBx8Ucqp6GrmUOBN7RSaBmrdRRYNXNlLF5pBs6GM0AOgmAToPkxasyJ_rG_WfGnYh_DNyNvbRVS1dlN1Qsh0y0oGeeTYFqIxjbcmNx72rNTTReqDtY0JN15vw672izeY-zMR3/s1600/image12.png" height="320" width="180" /></a></h2>
Not only because the formula is great and the colors are inventive and make me drool, but because of Drema. She fits perfectly the description of any of the Indie Polish Makers I've interviewed; she's sweet and goes out of her way to make sure her customers are satisfied. <br />
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But I've done the interview, so now let's swoon over these colors. <br />
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My smister sent this to me - as usual, she has made another perfect choice! (Love you Ang!!)<br />
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B to the I to the NG mutha-effin' OOOOOOOOOOO!!! Blue blue blue!!! Did I mention how much I adore blue nail polish?! Well this is THE blue. Blue with blue glitter, yes please!!!<br />
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Some of you LOVE your reds so don't miss this one!!! Another nice clean up. No staining...yes, very nice.<br />
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I'm giving away a bottle of Snazzy and a bottle of Giggle Water - Giggle Water was a tough one to part with because it's.....BLUE!!! But hey, gotta share the polish love right? It's not one I own, so whomever gets it better love it like I would!!! Go find my post on Instagram for rules on my giveaway - ending November 1st. <br />
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If you can't wait for a giveaway - go buy these lovelies !!<a href="http://www.stardustpolish.com/">www.stardustpolish.com</a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Stardust came into my life back in July of 2013. Royalty was just one I HAD to have, it was indeed, my breaking point. I still LOVE Royalty. She's reformulated it but my "old" bottle still serves me well. I also purchased Polar Ice - unfortunately I pretty much used that one to death.</span><br />
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<span style="color: yellow; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">The question I always ask, but is a good one....why "Stardust"?</span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">As all my friends know I am a HUGE science/space nerd & I love everything science/space related. It took me weeks to come up with my business name and I decided on Stardust while watching an episode of Nova on PBS and it was about space and I learned that 93% of the mass in our body is stardust. I found that fact so interesting and it seemed like a natural fit for a business name for me.</span><br />
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I am not going to lie, it is hard managing being a new mom, owning my own business & making time for my husband. I try my best, but my family will always come first. My husband is very supportive of my business so that makes it easier but sometimes he just wants to spend time with me (I am lucky to have a husband who still likes spending time with me :P) I rarely wear polish anymore, mostly I don't have the time to paint them and Logan likes to stick my hand in his mouth :)</div>
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I have 10 tattoos, the only story behind them is the one on my foot. 5 Years ago my husband bought me a star & named it after me. I got the coordinates tattooed on my foot, along with a Phoenix (that is what constellation my star is in) I do not have any pictures :(<br />
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The hardest part of being a mom is there is never any down time or alone time which can be mentally exhausting always having worrying about everything.</div>
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My favorite cause is the World Wildlife Fund. I think it is important to protect our environment and animals that we as humans are causing to go into extinction.</div>
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My husband works for an environmental company called Clean Harbors, he is currently is contracted through DOW Chemical. What he does is help companies dispose of their hazardous waste correctly and legally.</div>
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Eyes of Aprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239929553216897556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2273765515021019215.post-42765682000426986782014-09-03T18:02:00.001-04:002014-09-03T18:49:52.853-04:00SWATCH OUT!!! An interview with an indie swatcher - TATTOOED NAIL GIRL/SHANELHey there, it's your friendly interviewer once again.....<br />
My head goes in several different directions. I presently can honestly admit, I have gotten way ahead of myself and I can't keep up with my ideas. That being said; I look at that fact in a positive light. <br />
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Here is my one of my recent brilliant ideas: what if I interview those lucky ladies we see modeling our favorite indies? I mean, to be totally honest - don't we secretly wish we ALL could be swatchers? Get the latest releases before anyone else and show them off? No? Just me? I'm betting I'm not alone. <br />
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One of Carolyn's swatchers is Shanel (aka The Tattooed Nail Girl) - and well, what can I say? I love her claws dammit!<br />
Shanel is awesome. I stalk her on FB too, and she's just darn cool, and I like cool people. So I asked and OF COURSE she agreed (didn't I mention she was cool?) and here is the result. Enjoy! <br />
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Well I started my page last Oct. 2013 but I had already been "swatching" for about a year before that in a couple groups on Facebook that are no longer around and on my personal page. When I would buy an indie or a new polish in general I'd want to share it with everyone or the maker so I'd swatch it. I got a lot of compliments on my nails and everyone kept suggesting I start a blog. But to be honest I am horrible at writing. I didn't have enough things to say about each polish other than I think it's awesome you should buy it lol. So I decided to give in and start a Facebook page. So here I am!</div>
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I don't really have much of one I guess. Nightly I use California Mango, Mango Mend. Comes in this little container it's orange and smells amazing. It's a balm and I swear by it. In fact I have one in my purse and one in my room! I only use a glass file if I have to file or adjust my nails and I only file when I have polish on my nails that way I know they'll end up straight. And I only file one direction, that way I don't split my nails. I Also use California Mango Cuticle Remover once every other month. I buff my nails once every other month to remove ridges and I also use Nail Tek ll Intensive Therapy on my nails 3-4 times a week under my base coat. Nail Tek ll is for thin and split nails, it's really helped to strengthen up my nails and make them hard. I try to keep polish on them as often as I can and I keep my hands out of water as much as possible since water does tend to make them weak. </div>
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Nail Tek ll Intensive Therapy 3-4 times a week under your base coat. Drink a TON of water!! Keep your hands out water. So if you have to do dishes, wear gloves!! Keeping polish on them will also help prevent them from splitting.<br />
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For fun, I spent time with my Puggle Mika, I used to make jewelry for a living but sadly with the economy so slow, I had to close down my business. I read, I love to travel, love road trips (especially to Disney World), I love hiking, I love learning- Science and marine life is a big thing for me. I'm sure there is more, just can't think of it at the moment lol<br />
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Alaska is one of those places that you say "Someday I'd like to go there" And yet most people never do. Well I actually got to and it was AMAZING and breathtaking!! And a million other adjectives! I went for 9 days. We flew there and decided it was better than taking a cruise and being stuck at sea for days not doing anything but staying on the ship. We Did a day cruise for 6 hrs. Saw whales, Dall porpoises, Dall sheep, Puffins and glaciers. I got to be a co-pilot and fly around Mt. McKinley (Mt. Denali), Took a train all over a Alaska, took a bus tour through Denali National Park and saw a Mama Bear and her cub playing. Saw a Junior Bull Moose run up a ridge. I could go on and on with the things I go to see and experience but it would take up way too much space. I got to stay in some amazing lodges and meet people from all over the world. Alaska is a trip that everyone should experience and I truly mean that!! Don't just do a cruise, fly there and truly experience it!!! Heck I ate reindeer!! NOT some thing this city girl would normally do. lol.<br />
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My favorite tattoo is a matching one with my sister. It says You Are My Person and it's part of an Infinity symbol. It means that not matter what happens in this world, no matter what you do, where you go. I've got your back. I will always be there for you. I will always love you. I will always support you. You can count on me no matter what. I am your person for infinity! </div>
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lol I currently have 16 and yes there are plans for at least 4 cover ups (tattoos done when I was young and stupid) and at least 15-20 new ones. </div>
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Move to Florida to be with Scott and become Annual Pass Holders to Disney World lol Hey don't judge. Long term for us is to buy property in Washington in the next 10 yrs or so. No kids, but have some dogs and a pygmy goat lol. I might try some nail art videos way down the road once I move to Florida and have my own nail room where I can have a better set up.<br />
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I SERIOUSLY hate is people who neglect or abuse animals. I am extremely passionate and overly emotional when it comes to animals. </div>
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See? I told you she was cool. If you'd like to follow her, she is @tattooednailgirl on IG. I just love her nails and her nail art - she recently did a series of swatches using Zoya's latest releases and they are stunning!!! Check her out!<br />
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Thanks again for reading my blog, I will continue to brainstorm with new ideas to keep things interesting. xo Aprilaura<br />
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Maybe it's become evident that I'm crazy about her polishes. <br />
I tend to stay away from glitter polishes - don't really know why but it's just me. I do try to go out of my 'comfort zone' once in a while and give things like that a try. My first original order from pipedream was mas fina - and it's a stunner let me tell you. I knew I'd like it just because of the color combinations, but while I ordered that; I also threw in a mini of flip fantasia and I just kind of let that one sit untried. As I was preparing for this interview I pulled out these polishes to revisit my pipedream experience. I put on flip fantasia and flipped. Now I'm kicking myself left and right because I only have a mini. All jokes aside, if anyone knows where I can nab a full size of this polish I WANT IT!!! April cannot get the glitter she needs to recreate it so I'm SOL!! I have the perfect description of that polish - (start humming the "Happy" song by Ferrell) because it's HAPPY!!!.... It's bright, it's fun, the glitters lay perfectly, and it just plays that song to you all day long. I adore it and now I'm savoring each drop, saving it for emergency - when I need some happy.<br />
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So go buy these, and check out all the other lovelies I didn't even mention like cha-ching, and it's a mystery....and on and on....<br />
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<br />Eyes of Aprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239929553216897556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2273765515021019215.post-76372564361833184992014-08-05T20:50:00.001-04:002014-08-05T20:50:47.991-04:00An Interview with an Indie PIPE DREAM POLISH<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: yellow;">When did you start pipe dream</span>?<br />
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pipe dream polish officially opened shop in March of 2013.<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">And WHY did you name it pipe dream</span>?<br />
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I was bored with "basic" polishes and had developed a love for indie polishes. That love grew into wanting to create. At first I was just frankening with store bought polishes but eventually I bought some glitter and base and started making my own creations. I posted my creations on my personal FB and had a great response. When people asked about them, I would say "oh this is just a pipe dream." But the more I started playing, the more I knew I was going to go for it. I bought more glitter, more base, researched, and tested. Finally my "pipe dream" became reality. It can be scary to put yourself out there and hope people love what you are doing. Many people don't take the risk in fear of rejection, but you never know until you try. Life is too short not to follow your dreams.<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">How do you come up with your polish names</span>?<br />
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I used to only use song lyrics but it gets harder to do as it's very time consuming searching for the perfect song and lyrics. I'm getting away from that for the most part but still do from time to time.<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">Who created your logo</span>?<br />
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I created my logo. I also have a degree in graphic design.<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">What is your biggest challenge</span>?<br />
Time is my biggest challenge. I worked fulltime as a dental assistant up until December. I decided to go back to school to be a nail tech and was in school fulltime up until a few weeks ago. Soon I will start work as a nail tech (I may be by the time of publication). I would love to do pipe dream fulltime but since it's self employment, you never know how steady the income is going to be. So trying to balance pipe dream, work, and family can be a huge challenge.<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">What inspires you</span>?<br />
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Everything inspires me!<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">Any other collaborations in the future</span>?<br />
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Maybe. Probably? I honestly never know myself...but I'm sure there will be something. The indie world is filled with many talented people.<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">How often do you paint your nails</span>?<br />
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Unfortunately I don't get to paint my own nails as much as I'd like in between making polish and doing other people's nails, but I try to get to it at least once a week.<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">Favorite brand other than yours</span>?<br />
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I love so many different polishes, I couldn't possibly choose a favorite.<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">Favorite color</span>?<br />
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I tend to be drawn in by turquoises the most but I love to try all colors!<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">What did you want to be "when you grew up" when you were a child</span>?<br />
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I wanted to be an actress or something flamboyant or creative - LOL - but all that got pushed aside when I had my son at a young age and was challenged with raising him by myself. He came first and with that I had to do something I knew would pay the bills.<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">Which of your OWN polishes is your favorite</span>?<br />
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That's another hard choice! I don't create a polish that I wouldn't personally wear but I'm really loving 'cha-ching!' for the moment. It's just so fun and sparkly!<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">Congratulations on graduating Nail School, what's next for you</span>?<br />
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I just want to be happy! I was a dental assistant for many years and was completely miserable doing that for way too long. I'm looking forward to finally being able to take my career into a positive direction...no matter what that may be.<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">Family? Pets? What does hubby think</span>?<br />
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I have a son that's 18 and my chihuman mix, Harley. My husband is very supportive of everything I do but he would like more time with me. He helps me with pipe dream as much as he can, mostly labeling and packing.<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">We both share a somewhat unique name, I've never really had a nickname, have you? And if so, what was/is it</span>?<br />
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I've never really had a nickname either!<br />
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Sarah, what a genuine sweet girl. Brave. Yep, I said it - brave. After reading her story, I couldn't help but admire her undampened spirit. Thankful for her time with Audrey, and not afraid to keep moving forward. Brave. I sincerely hope that Audrey sends another angel to her and her husband.<br />
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Beyond her personal story she's a entrepreneur as well, venturing into the Indie Polish Making (shark infested?) waters..... ok maybe not quite that dramatic but hey, competition is out there with more Indies added every day. So here I go, putting in my two cents about her product - or at least the ones I bought. <br />
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First up, Orchid.....<br />
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Eyes of Aprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239929553216897556noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2273765515021019215.post-48531890136429223212014-07-01T16:23:00.000-04:002014-07-01T16:23:23.260-04:00My Not-So-Secret Love Affair So, it may have become a bit apparent that I have begun a love affair with ShopEighty4 polishes, and I can seriously see myself easily being sucked into her skin/beauty products as well. Let me tell you my little story (I promise, it's little)....<br />
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Enter Fefe, makes some nice comments prompting my request for an interview. Knowing I'd be doing the interview and wanting to purchase some lovelies for a giveaway (my normal practice), I placed an order. This and that and oh yeah that looks nice, and that one will be good for a give away and so on...honestly thinking one or two I'd keep and the others would just be give aways. <br />
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And then Barbie Ride...and Say What? and Tropical Rain Forest....and Enchantment, and Barney on Drugs....<br />
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Instantly hooked. Done. Immediately placed reorder for everything (for the give away) PLUS her new beach collection...yes....even though I still haven't finished trying the ones I have already purchased I am just SO anxious to be getting more. <br />
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So, there are a few of my new lovelies here - and you know I'll be bragging about the new ones when they arrive. Do yourself a favor and check her site out, and do ME a favor and read my INTERVIEW WITH AN INDIE SHOP EIGHTY4. <br />
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<br />Eyes of Aprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239929553216897556noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2273765515021019215.post-12262081989344833652014-06-09T17:52:00.001-04:002014-06-09T17:52:57.330-04:00SHOP EIGHTY4 INTERVIEW WITH AN INDIE<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">I'm glad I asked who you all thought would be my next indie interview - it gave me some insights as who you would like to hear from and I promise I will do my best to make that happen. Glad to hear any suggestions you may have - is there a question that I'm not asking that I should? PLEASE, leave feedback!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">So... without any further adieu; my next<strong> INTERVIEW WITH AN INDIE: SHOP EIGHTY4!!!</strong> And the ever-so-lovely Fefe!!! What an amazing young lady! Didn't even hesitate when asked for an interview, so so sweet. Her polishes aren't bad either hehehe - no not bad at ALL. I did a SMALL blog on a few of her polishes earlier but honestly, I like to try several polishes from an indie to give a good opinion of the product - which I am oh-so-anxiously-awaiting. Previously I tried two micro glitters and one crème - waiting on BODY PRODUCTS as well as her stunning POLISHES: neon holo multichrome .... oops sorry, I think I drooled a little there..... so I am SURE I'll be blogging more after I've had the opportunity to have the full Shop Eighty4 experience.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Besides my Aunt who not only invests but tries to buy everything we make (stop that woman! Lol)… I am going to say a handful of Instagram ladies. Whenever we launch new colors, there are a few girls that will always support us. It’s like clockwork and we appreciate them. I make sure to stay in touch with many customers and especially our biggest supporters. I always ask what do they want to see next. Their input is very important to us as they are the reason why we are here.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">OK, so I don't share her taste in music....but I do hope she makes her concert dream happen. The "sweetest gal ever" remark regarding Annette from Disturbed Potions - seems to be a common thread in these indie polish makers, or at least the ones I've had the honor of working with - all SMART young ladies with boatloads of drive. 29-year-old entrepreneur? I hope her Aunt is ready to be wealthy if she isn't already because with Fefe's just incredible attitude, her drive, her NEED to connect with her customers and make them happy and caring about what they want to see next....all of that inevitably will lead to grand success. Let me tell you this, working this hard and being this humble, she deserves that success. </span></div>
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Eyes of Aprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239929553216897556noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2273765515021019215.post-66553287509288552102014-05-15T20:51:00.002-04:002014-05-15T20:51:59.878-04:00BellsKandi - AN INTERVIEW WITH AN INDIE<br />
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First of all, why "Bellskandi"? Where did you get the name?<br />
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<span style="color: #e06666;">BellsKandi, the reason I chose this name was because my daughters name is Isabella. My nickname for her is “Bells.” The “Kandi” part came from my obsession with raves, anything neon and of course the accessories that go with which is called “KANDI.” They are basically pony beads that are weaved into anything imaginable. My first home made store on etsy was where I sold all of my kandi creations from wrist cuffs to custom purses. I basically combined 2 things I loved and came up with “BellsKandi!”</span> </div>
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<span style="color: #e06666;">My online store opened up on etsy on Feb 14, 2013 with my first polish selling that same day. I experimented with different thermal combination for over a month before opening the store. I wanted to make sure there were no other indie makers on the market making the colors I wanted to release.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #e06666;">I know this may sound cheesy but my biggest influence has been my customers. There are so many indie makers flooding the market right now, making a big name for yourself is almost impossible. There have been times that I wanted to give up and close shop but have gotten praise and words of encouragement for all you beautiful ladies. Girls email me for all different kinds of request and although I make no promises of actually being able to create their idea, its not only challenging but gets my creative juices flowing to where its inspiring! I not only want to create it but it almost always sparks an idea for a new color combination</span>. </div>
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<span style="color: #e06666;">My absolute favorite polish is Stay Classy San Diego by Enchanted Polish, a close second is Coronation by Cirque</span>. <br />
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<span style="color: #e06666;">I decided to change my bottles initially from round to the “squoval” because at that time that was the only bottle that came with a flat brush. Although the price for these bottles were about .10 more expensive I felt that the brush in itself was worth the extra expense. My original supplier starting selling the original round bottles with the flat brush months later and I immediately made the change. The round bottles are much easier to label also. As far as my logo, the orig BellsKandi logo wasn’t created by me, I paid a graphic designer on IG to create a log from the ideas I sent her. After a few months of having my logo and the polish gaining popularity I had a few customers point out to me that my logo the “BK” was similar to another nail polish company overseas. I did my research and did see that they had the same backwards B and K as I did. I knew I had to change my design, and apart of me wanted to create the logo myself. I spent about 2 weeks on my logo playing with different ideas and designs until I came up with what it is now.</span> </div>
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<span style="color: #e06666;">The bottle charms were create by @bubblescreations on IG. She created them for my 1 year anniversary duo. I initially wanted to add them on each and every bottle until I realized how time consuming it was to measure each string for each charm then knot it and hang from each bottle. I decided bc of this I would use the charms for my anniversary polishes and any special edition polishes. They are made of resin and hand painted.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #e06666;">The sweet smell to my polish is a special additive, not scent, to my formula that also helps with the quick drying. I wanted my polish to be different from other brands because I myself hate polishes that have a strong scent. I gives me a headache. Theres no way I’m going to continue to use a polish that gives me a headache, why would I expect any of my customers to want to?</span> </div>
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<span style="color: #e06666;">Hidden talents, no I honestly believe that my talent is my creativity. I will basically master anything I put my mind to.</span> </div>
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<span style="color: #e06666;">I paint my nails everyday or every other day depending on the chipping. I have extremely oily nail beds so it makes any mani impossible to last more than 2 days. Nail envy in combination with HK Girl top coat has literally worked miracles for my manis!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #e06666;">My favorite indulgence is candy, not chocolate but candy like nerds, twizzlers, starbursts, skittles, and sweet tarts! If I could live on just candy and nothing else I would!</span> </div>
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<span style="color: #e06666;">I have one dog his name is Onyx. He’s a chihuahua, I rescued him from a shelter and have had him for over 6yrs.</span> </div>
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<span style="color: #e06666;">During my free time I play video games, watch reality tv (american idol, the voice and survivor) or some series, right now I’m obsessed with The Walking Dead.</span> </div>
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<span style="color: #e06666;">Anything can really inspire me, I constantly find myself out and about and an idea just pops in my head, I immediately whip out my phone and start typing away in my notes. I honestly think I have over 350 random notes with ideas lol.</span> </div>
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Eyes of Aprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239929553216897556noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2273765515021019215.post-37388731804850854422014-05-08T21:14:00.001-04:002014-05-08T21:14:25.396-04:00ShopEighty4These people with their lives....<br />
I'm anxiously awaiting another Interview with an Indie. She's away on vacation....I wonder what that must be like. It's been about 3 years since I've had one. <br />
I'm really looking forward to another interview. I learn along with each interview. In fact, I have recently asked a blogger/swatcher to do an interview as well. Kind of a behind the scenes scene, for those of us who dream of being one of our favorite indie's "swatchers". And yes, I do dream of being one...I just dont think my hands are pretty enough, fingers slim enough or have the right shape or whatever....I think I'll keep my day job for sure. <br />
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I chose Candy Mint, Purple Haze, Turquoise noise and another un-named that I've set aside for a very deserving nail mail buddy. (<3 you!)<br />
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So here they ALL are at once!</h4>
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The minty-est of minty, this mint is flourescent. Just brilliant. I just had to top it off with holo top coat to squeeze the rainbows out too. <br />
Then with some help of some cool nail vinyl/sticker thingys (these were a combo of chevrons from Nail Vinyls <a href="http://nailvinyls.storenvy.com/">http://nailvinyls.storenvy.com</a> and the scales were from Love Angeline Polish <a href="http://www.loveangeline.com/product/stuck-on-love-nail-shields-mermaid-scales">http://www.loveangeline.com/product/stuck-on-love-nail-shields-mermaid-scales</a>)<br />
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The good - The polish wore well, no chips after 24 hours and coats well. However, I needed a full three coats not because of coverage but because the formula was thick and groovy if you know what I mean. The microglitters even moreso. BUT the colors are brilliant and I certainly acheived a mani that I'm thrilled with. <br />
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My shopping experience was a good one, shipped quickly and included a free gift of goat's milk moisturizer that smells like fresh powder. <br />
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Here's the link to give them a try: <a href="http://shopeighty4.com/">http://shopeighty4.com/</a> </div>
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Thanks again for reading my blog. Please stay tuned for my Interview with an Indie coming SOON that will again include a give away!!! <br />
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Who would you want to ask? Your favorite indie polish maker perhaps?<br />
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My favorite, from Liquid Sky Lacquer, Carolyn agreed to be my first victim!!<br />
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This is my very first Interview with an Indie. Since she is so gracious and sweet, Carolyn took time from her VERY busy schedule of school and her unbelievable creative motivation to answer my questions. <br />
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Since today is the release of her latest creations, the timing is perfect to post this blog.<br />
Speaking of which, I'll be having a giveaway beginning today. I've been a LSL fan for quite a while now and her Jordan Almond Collection is just perfect for spring. <br />
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Why did you decide to make nail polish?</div>
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<span style="color: magenta;">Carolyn</span>: First I was excited to see manis on Instagram, then realized some people were making their own polish, so I wanted to do it too.<br />
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Do you think you will ever stop making nail polish?</div>
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<span style="color: magenta;">Carolyn</span>: Oh, probably, some year. :) No plans though!<br />
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What is YOUR favorite nail polish of all time? What is your favorite of your own?</div>
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<span style="color: magenta;">Carolyn</span>: This seems lame, but I love Essie's Sugar Daddy. I can do anything with it! Of my own? Well, I've currently decided that I love my new Spring Garden Collection. I like all of the colors at the same time…like a rainbow<br />
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What do you see happening with the nail polish industry <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_183305564" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">ten years from now</span></span>?</div>
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<span style="color: magenta;">Carolyn</span>: I think it will cool off a bit, perhaps. I think polish is a fun thing that let's a person dress up a little or be outrageous, but still able to walk down the street without being stared at for the wrong reasons. Plus, it's less expensive and takes up less space than a shoe or purse collection</div>
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Where do you see YOU <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_183305565" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">ten years from now</span></span>?</div>
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<span style="color: magenta;">Carolyn</span>: I hope to be using a degree in neuroscience in some way.</div>
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Did you ever expect you’d be as successful as you have become?</div>
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<span style="color: magenta;">Carolyn</span>: No, but I never really thought about it. I'm really grateful to my early IG followers who supported me and promoted my product.<br />
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I know you’re going to school, what degree are you pursuing? Why?</div>
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<span style="color: magenta;">Carolyn</span>: My undergrad degree will be psycho biology. I think that the brain and how it works or doesn't is the coolest thing!<br />
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Who has been an inspiration to you? Who in the nail community has been an inspiration?</div>
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<span style="color: magenta;">Carolyn</span>: My mom. She never gave up on me when things were difficult. She encouraged and helped me with the business…though she did become a bit obsessed with glitter!</div>
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In the nail community, Rychelle from Colorsplash Nails. She's great in so many ways</div>
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<span style="color: magenta;">Carolyn</span>: Good grief! Whose got time for hobbies! LSL doubles as my hobby. I love working with colors<br />
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<span style="color: magenta;">Carolyn</span>: So, I've been packing with vermiculite. I was looking for and eco-friendly way to cushion my polishes. Vermiculite is also a packing compliant material that is absorbent when sending liquids. My incidence of breakage was down 75%, but vermiculite is wildly unpopular, so I may just switch back to tissue paper.<br />
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How often do you paint your nails?</div>
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<span style="color: magenta;">Carolyn</span>: LOL! Maybe 2 times a month unless I have to swatch.<br />
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<span style="color: magenta;">Carolyn</span>: I use Lush's Lemony Flutter. When I massage it in daily, my nails are very healthy. I like Orly Nail Defense as a base coat and Seche Vite for the top.<br />
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What is your favorite movie of all time?<br />
<span style="color: magenta;">Carolyn</span>: All Harry Potter movies<br />
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What is your guilty pleasure<br />
<span style="color: magenta;">Carolyn: </span>Candles and soaps from Bath and Body Works<br />
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As you can tell, she's genuine and down to earth with an incredible drive to succeed. I find her inspirational in so many ways. I think she's an excellent example for future generations - whether they be indie nail polish makers or psycho biologists. Her ambition is infectious. Most of all it's her attitude - accommodating, gracious, mature. Her nail polish isn't bad either!!!<br />
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Today she restocks and releases her Spring 2014 collection, good luck to all anticipating getting their polished fingers on her lovely creations. If you're new to indie nail polish, this is an excellent place to start!!!! <br />
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Eyes of Aprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239929553216897556noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2273765515021019215.post-32778992363642095782014-03-13T10:04:00.000-04:002014-03-13T10:04:20.210-04:00INTERVIEW WITH AN INDIE<h2>
Hello all you nail polish lovers!!! </h2>
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I'm so excited to start a new series of blogs - "Interview with an Indie"!!</h4>
Pretty self explanatory, I will be interviewing Indie polish Makers (IPMs). <br />
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If you are an Indie Polish Maker I would LOVE to interview you!!! Please email me at <a href="mailto:aprilaura04@hotmail.com">aprilaura04@hotmail.com</a>. <br />
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If there are questions you'd like me to ASK in my interviews, again, please email me.<br />
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I've decided to do this because so often we forget there are real human beings with lives beyond nail polish. We get frustrated at sell outs and complain when we can't get that latest lovely we want so desperately. (I myself, VERY guilty of this!) Hopefully these posts will give us insight and understanding that these (usually) ladies have lives of their own and priorities just like us buyers. <br />
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Thank you in advance for taking time to read these posts. Special thanks to the Indie Polish Makers that have taken the time to answer my questions and share a little bit of their lives with me. These ladies are absolutely AMAZING, and perhaps reading these posts; you'll truly understand their sacrifices for our obsessions. <br />
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Read on, and again, THANK YOU!!Eyes of Aprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239929553216897556noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2273765515021019215.post-61321111397920869802014-03-05T22:21:00.001-05:002014-03-05T22:21:18.002-05:00LOst in paRadiSe, thanKs foR thE WarNinG<h2>
Day 6: piCture pOlish mani-a-day</h2>
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Maybe you can notice I tried one of my nail vinyls somewhat unsuccessfully on my accent nail. I think it was a bad choice of shape and of accent polish, just didn't stand out well.<br />
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PS those nail vinyls are awesome! mine are from @teismom on IG, I'll blog about those another time.<br />
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I've been dabbling on the piCture pOlish website and filling my cart with goodies for my next dream purchase, always fun. This time I'll have my smister piggy-backing on my order so I'm thinking it's going to be a super dreamy order. <br />
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OK so I lean towards blues/purples anyway but this one is a stunner, and it's so light. Two coats, done.<br />
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I showed it off a bit with a cutie-pahtootie nail charm... they're cute but kind of a hassle in a way, they need to be coddled and sometimes I don't have time to be Mrs. Wiggins - that's and old Carol Burnett reference for you kids out there - Carol Burnett is a hilarious skit comedian btw, I'm basically saying I can't be bothered to baby my nails. <br />
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Twinkle</h3>
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Day 5: piCture pOlish mani-a-day:</h2>
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PiCtured here with Wisteria on my accented crowned nail. This was a fun mani for sure. Sometimes I just adore being uber cutsie, and this pOlish suits that mood perfectly!! <br />
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Day 2 and Day 3 of my piCture pOlish mani-a-day:</h2>
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Day 2: Fairy Floss</h3>
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Simple, yet feminine and sweet - this pastel goes on nicely. I think pinks are great for any occasion. They can be demure (like this one) or they can be bold and the variation of shades, endless. <br />
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This lovely is part of my first order and I'm glad I'm impetuous as I am and got this nice classic pink. As you will see later on; I opted for some of the less-classic colors as well. There are just so many piCture pOlish colors to choose from and each one hard to resist.<br />
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Again, a simple pastel color. I could get great coverage in just two coats and this really didn't need a topcoat it was so shiny on it's own. I made an attempt at some nail art. Yes, I know I need practice. I'm practicing I promise! (PS. Why do you all make nail art LOOK so easy?! Darn you! Especially you water-marble'rs out there!!)<br />
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When this color sits a little while, it separates which is weird but it blends easily and I have no issues with lack of/over pigmentation spots when applied. I like a solid, plain purple - this is perfect.<br />
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This is a beautiful deep dark purple base with teal green / blue micro glitters. This is three generous coats topped with HK Girl topcoat. Easy to wear with sturdy base that I'm sure will take a little effort to remove. <br />
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I fell in love with piCture pOlish which is oh-so-easy to do when you're getting sucked into this world of amazing color. But it's Australian?! So, being new to all of this, I sent a message to ask about pricing au$ vs. usd etc. Who but the amazing and now infamous FORMER nail biter; Jules, responds quickly and sweetly to all of my questions. The customer service before I became a customer is REALLY what sealed the deal. I won't say how much but I spent a small fortune soon thereafter, some of which I've given away for nail mail, but I still have a decent collection and I'm about ready to go for another bite into my children's already non-existent inheiritance. <br />
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Another notable about my order from piCture pOlish; shipping. Australia to my door in no-where's-ville, FIVE DAYS. NO LIE! Five little days....and beauties at my disposal! EEp! <br />
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It's not a huge deal BUT it is a reality. Some indies are just better - they go the extra mile to do some nice packaging and or they send a little sweet treat or whatever, some just are better at one type of polish ie. GITD or holo, or glitter or...well, you know, and that's their specialty. <br />
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You know what though? I am having so much FUN figuring all of it out! I have met some just darling darlings, omg...you girls are pretty cool. It seriously is more than "just nail polish", it's women supporting women and the positive words that are shared are uplifting and sisterly and my #QUESTTOOWNALLTHEIDIES thus far has been amazing. <br />
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It started like most....purple holo. I think I own a dozen now. Black Cat was one of my early ones. DEEP dark purple, stunning. <br />
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But that's not all. Virgo - beautiful but untried because I'm planning on someday sending it to my nomad daughter in Hawaii (she loves green and is a Virgo). <br />
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The stunner of all maybe? Poison Apple. Holo - you got me. Total HoloWhore, yes. But add to that it's a thermal....awe yeah....me likey....order! Reasonable shipping time, nailmail comes and within seconds it was on my nails. <br />
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Sniff....what? That doesn't smell like nail polish. Sniff....smells.....yummy! ...sniff....smells ....fruity? Also being an IG Whore, I post my latest pic and tag @BlackCatLacquer and ask...is it me? or does it smell good? The answer, yes! meant to smell like APPLE (DUH!) Seriously?! OMG now it's like in my top ten for sure! Even my coworker wanted some! (Merry Christmas from me btw!)<br />
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So how excited was I when I found out that I had won the Black Cat Lacquer portion of the Indies Unite Holiday Giveaway hosted by Glisten and Glow on IG? Pretty damn excited.<br />
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I just got my prize(s). Evergreen and Let it Snow - both my choosing. <br />
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<br />Eyes of Aprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239929553216897556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2273765515021019215.post-59980166161714613272014-02-04T21:38:00.001-05:002014-03-05T15:53:28.699-05:00Ice Castle AdventureI live in a wintry wasteland...well, maybe to some it's not a wasteland but for me personally, and especially during winter, it is. You see, I live in the part of New York that doesn't exist, the Adirondack Region. <br />
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When most people think of New York, they think of the city. Even when folks that live in this area visit the city they say "I'm going to New York". Ironic, I know. So maybe you know of the boroughs, or maybe even Buffalo or Albany and maybe even Saratoga, but very few know of this area. Once the center stage of the Olympics and "The Miracle on Ice" this area has now become run down, destitute even. Abandoned houses, closed businesses....just a mere shell of what it once was.<br />
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But today, an old tradition is honored - The Saranac Lake Winter Carnival. <br />
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Once Mirror Lake in Saranac Lake is good and frozen over, the preparations begin - they carefully harvest blocks of ice from the Lake and begin to assemble an amazing Ice Castle.<br />
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I could go on about the history of it all, but it's been blogged and re-blogged and blogged again so if you're interested in that aspect of this event, I'm confident you will find plenty of information. Today I will just tell you about my experience. <br />
Today was warm. Well, comparatively speaking anyway. A balmy 34 degrees today, much warmer than the 18+ below temperatures we've recently experienced. My mister works in Saranac Lake and thought it would be a good day for me to go into work with him so we could check out the Winter Carnival. <br />
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So, should you find yourself lost in the Adirondacks during the dead of winter, perhaps you'll want to experience this for yourself. Bundle up, bring the kids, and enjoy the day. <br />
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My name is April, and I am obsessed with Liquid Sky Lacquer. </div>
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I'm not exactly sure when it began, a little less than a year ago would be my guess. Through the wonderful world of Instagram; I found the "IG Nail Community". I had previously always been a big fan of nail polish and nail art but this opened a new world to me; the world of INDIE nail polish. It was love at first sight. <br />
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I'm pretty sure my first order was from Stardust Polish - but that's for another post. <br />
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Liquid Sky Lacquer was actually my second indie purchase. I ordered minis, three of them - but let's focus on which started all of this; Sugared Berries. A light lilac holo. First, I noticed the formula - much smoother than a regular nail polish I thought. It didn't go on thick or gloppy - it truly flowed. Then, of course, the color and mostly the HOLO. <br />
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What can I say? I'm a sucker. Done. Soon I was back on the site ordering more. <br />
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Today, as I type this, I am wearing Wink ;) and all I can say is it IS Holo. There are simply too many colors in this polish to call it one. Blue grey tones, silver, pink purple, green....it's beautiful. When the sun peeks out, I grab a holo, especially on these freezing cold days I need something bright and sparkly. It's a girl thing. <br />
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I am also anticipating my most recent purchase, Mystical Peacock. I've been yearning for her multichromes but because of holidays etc, put off the purchase. (Hey, reality sucks sometimes) I don't know how many posts I will write about Liquid Sky because I have come to grips with my obsession and it would be hard for me to criticize anything she does; a bit biased I believe. I guess if I had to say a negative about her is that I don't live next door to her, and endless funds to support my habit. I once and ONLY once recieved my order a bit mixed up, but a simple email fixed that and she was more than gracious. She even agreed to answer some questions I had about making nail polish, again graciously. <br />
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Talented ladies, great customer service with pride in what they do - I salute you.<br />
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Liquid Sky Lacquer, I stalk you because I am....Liquid Sky Stalker! <br />
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