Stickers on the windows or car body must be applied according to technology. There are two such methods - “dry” and “wet”. The first one is best used for small stickers, and the second one for canvases with a large area. As for the question of how to remove stickers from a car, special tools and compounds are used for this - a hair dryer, gasoline and other means. Which ones exactly - you will find out further by reading the article to the end.

How to put a sticker on a car

Depending on the material of the sticker, its size, and where you plan to stick it, the methods for this process may vary. There are so-called “dry” and “wet” pasting methods. Let's start with the last one. If you plan to glue vinyl film over a large area, then for this you will need the following materials:

• sticker directly;
• detergents for car surfaces (car shampoos or similar compounds);
• soap solution;
• stationery knife or scalpel;
• plastic spatula;
• needle;
• (alcohol or vodka is best; it is better not to use solvents, as they can damage the car’s paintwork);
• construction or household hair dryer (preferably a construction hair dryer).

Using soap solution and hair dryer

It is worth paying attention to the environment in which the work is carried out. The room temperature should not be lower than +10°C, the air should be dust-free, and there should be no drafts. The further operation takes place in several stages. The first of them involves surface preparation, the second - fitting, the third - application, the fourth is the gluing itself and the elimination of defects. All work is performed according to the following algorithm:

1. The surface to be pasted must be thoroughly washed, grains of dirt, grains of sand and other debris must be removed. Any particle, even the smallest one, that gets under the sticker will be visible and will spoil it. appearance surfaces.
2. Try the sticker on the surface. If its canvas is large, then it makes sense to glue it in parts. In this case, decide into which parts you need to divide it. In this case, it is necessary to proceed from the consideration that it is necessary to glue first of all smooth surfaces, and then convex ones. After this, the joints between them should be processed.
3. Separate the paper base from the sticker.
4. Apply a soap solution to the adhesive surface of the sticker, as well as to the surface of the car where you plan to stick it.
5. Carefully apply the sticker to the surface. A soap solution will help you level it if you weren’t able to glue it straight the first time.
6. Using a rubber spatula, gently smooth it out, starting from the center and working out to the edges.
7. Remove the top protective film from the surface without damaging the car sticker or tearing the adhesive layer off the main surface.
8. If an air bubble has formed under the sticker, you must carefully pierce it with a needle so that the air comes out.
9. If the film is glued to the door joints, it must be cut with a utility knife.
10. The final stage consists of heating the surface with a construction hairdryer to a temperature of +60...70°C. This is necessary so that the sticker becomes soft and it is easy to bend it at the joints.

Don't go overboard with the temperature. Otherwise, the sticker may simply melt.

The first few days (up to about 10) after gluing It is not advisable to wash the car. It will take some time for the glue to dry completely.

• directly the sticker that you plan to stick;
• glass cleaner and rags;
• mounting tape;
• ruler or tape measure;
• scissors;
• rubber spatula, plastic card or other object with a smooth edge (optional).

The work is carried out according to the following algorithm:

“Dry” gluing method

1. The first step is to thoroughly wash the surface of the glass where you plan to place the sticker and remove particles of debris and sand.
2. Next, place the sticker in the planned location and secure it at the top corners using mounting tape.
3. Using a ruler or tape measure, align the sticker and check for symmetry. If necessary, move the sticker and re-tape it at the corners.
4. Attach a strip of mounting tape in the middle of the sticker vertically. Remove the tape from the upper left corner of the sticker.
5. Lift the left half of the sticker and peel off the backing (down to the mounting tape). When doing this, make sure that the mounting film is aligned with the pattern.
6. Cut off the separated piece of backing and set aside.
7. Using a spatula or card, begin to carefully apply the decal, moving from the center to the edges. Make sure that no air bubbles form during this process.
8. When half of the sticker is pasted, remove the mounting tape from the middle and right corner of the sticker.
9. Remove remaining backing. When doing this, make sure that the mounting film is aligned with the pattern.
10. Glue the right side of the sticker in the same way. Proceed carefully and carefully. Make sure there are no air bubbles.
11. When the entire sticker is installed, remove the mounting film from it. It's best to do this at an angle.

Stickers on the side of the car are installed in the same way. The main thing is to always act carefully and not rush. However, car owners often wonder not only about applying, but also about removing the sticker from the surface of the car, as well as any adhesive residue from it.

How to remove a sticker from a car

Using a hair dryer to remove the sticker

Let us examine in detail how to remove a sticker from the glass of a car or its body. First of all, you need to know that there are stickers different types, however, the most popular among motorists are vinyl ones.

We need to start the story with the features of vinyl stickers. The fact is that they are produced on the basis of vinyl (a chemical compound that is resistant to moisture, temperature changes, and so on), which has excellent performance properties, durability, strength, and resistance to external influences. The stickers are produced as disposable ones, and their adhesive is designed to last for 2...3 years. After this, it polymerizes, and the sticker itself shrinks. In addition, its surface is often covered with cracks, and when you try to tear it off, it breaks off in small pieces.

Another common type of stickers is paper-based. They are cheaper, but are not resistant to moisture and temperature changes. However, they are often used for gluing on the inside of glass.

If your car has a dark tint and the sticker was used on it for a long time, then there is a high probability that after removal, the shade in its place will be darker than on the rest of the surface.

A popular way to remove a sticker from a car body is to heating it with a hair dryer. At high temperature the material becomes soft, and if it is not very cracked, then there is a high probability that it can be removed in one piece. The metal must be heated evenly. As it cools, it is necessary to periodically maintain the temperature. Remember that the higher the temperature of the metal, the less likely it is that glue residue will remain on the surface. However, do not overdo it, otherwise you may damage the car's paintwork.

How to remove glue residue from car surfaces and glass

Residues of glue can be removed by first moistening them with alcohol. or alcohol-containing mixtures. Be careful when using different solvents. Read their composition first to make sure that they will not damage the paintwork of your car. In particular, in in this case do not use acetone-based solvents, both directly and with acetone itself.

You can also remove vinyl stickers on your car using:

Comparison of different sticker and adhesive removers

• gasoline;
• kerosene;
• removal liquids;
• silicone solution for removing glue from the body;
• degreaser for painting work.

After using the listed liquids, do not forget to use foam (soap solution) to wash off any remaining residue. Also, some car owners in such cases remove glue residues using very fine sandpaper(“nulls”). However, after this the problem area will need to be polished using polishing paste. In stores you can find a special rubber roller that fits onto a drill. It can also be used to quite effectively remove pre-softened glue.

Results

Applying film to a car is not particularly difficult. This is especially true for small size stickers. Almost any car owner can handle this. It's another matter if you want to use vinyl stickers on the car over the entire body (for example, “carbon-look”). In this case, it is better to seek help from the experts.

Appliques on clothes are very popular - they look stylish, beautiful and the clothes take on an individual character. A plain blouse will become fashionable thanks to an appliqué sticker. A good housewife, fashionista or mommy should knowHow to iron on a sticker on clothes.

Exist different kinds applications:

• hand embroidery;
• photo printing;
• rhinestones;
• emblems;
• children's;
• cartoon:
• reflective stickers.

We sell a wide variety of stickers for different styles and desires. The main thing is to knowhow to apply a sticker with an iron Right. There are many different subtleties that you need to know, especially for a beginner.

The main features of applying stickers:

1. Type of fabric. It is better to choose natural fabric, such as 100% cotton. Denim remains an excellent base for gluing emblems. It is recommended to sew stickers on other fabrics.
2. The surface for applying the application must be smooth and hard. Otherwise, you won’t be able to stick the sticker evenly.
3. Iron coating Very important detail, which is responsible for the quality of ironing small parts, pressure on the material and lack of adhesion.
4. Having chosen a sticker, you need to carefully cut it as close to the edging as possible. Afterwards, the prepared sticker is applied to the material. The fabric should be well ironed and free of any seams, folds or wrinkles.
5. It is recommended to warm up the fabric in advance - this will allow the base and appliqué to adhere faster and better.
6. The iron heats up to the maximum permissible temperature. Steam mode must be turned off.
7. A clean sheet of paper is placed on top of the emblem and held with a hot iron for 10-20 seconds. Immediately after the procedure, nothing should be touched. Only when everything has cooled completely is the paper removed.

Large ones are commonstickers on things, how to apply them with an iron many don't understand. Of course, this task is a little more difficult than the previous one, but it is doable. It is easier to glue a large application if you have already had experience with a similar procedure. In this case, the sticker is ironed in detail, with maximum load on the iron. The main thing is to iron all the parts consistently and evenly. Otherwise, the standard recommendations should be followed.

The sticker has advantages not only in its aesthetic appearance, but can also help hide various errors. If the product has a bad seam or hole, a decorative sticker will help out.

Sometimes misfortune happens to outerwear. There is no need to despair. Just need to knowhow to attach a sticker to a jacket with an iron . To do this, you will need non-woven fabric and a thermal sticker slightly larger than the hole. A piece of non-woven fabric is inserted inside the hole and carefully smoothed with an iron. The torn fabric is immediately connected. Afterwards, the required application is glued to this place according to the standard scheme. The technology of applying appliques to clothes is not too labor-intensive and does not require specific skills. At the same time, casual clothes will stand out.

Decorate your home with decorative stickers

Let's start, as always, with the basics: what it is, where to get it, and how to use it correctly so as not to waste money.

What are decorative stickers for the interior?

Good interior wall stickers are made from self-adhesive vinyl film. This is a strong material, it is not afraid of moisture, it is easy to glue, holds tightly and is easy to remove. The sticker consists of a vinyl base and an adhesive layer, which is covered with a special protective backing paper.

Remember the stickers that as a child you found in chewing gum or chocolate candy wrappers and stuck on your briefcases or closet walls? Vinyl stickers are made using the same principle.

The sticker can be applied to almost any surface: a painted wall, metal or plastic. Stick it on a window or door, on the refrigerator or washing machine- it will hold equally tightly and will not lose its shape or color. You can print any image, color or black and white, on vinyl film and cut it along the contour using a plotter. This is how the decorative stickers that are on sale are made.

Advantages and disadvantages

Vinyl stickers are a quick and budget-friendly way to update your interior without construction dust, paint, noise and other joys of renovation. With a variety of designs, colors, sizes and the ability to make custom images, there is something for everyone. And vinyl stickers do not fade or deform over time, so they will delight the owners until they themselves think about changes.

Disadvantage: Sometimes vinyl stickers are difficult to apply and remove. For example, paper wallpaper will definitely not want to part with this decorative item - you will have to change both. Also, despite their resistance to temperature changes and high humidity, they may not survive the so-called mechanical load (read: sharp cat claws or playful children’s hands).

Where to buy and order stickers for the interior?

You can buy ready-made stickers in any wallpaper store, as well as in many hypermarkets. In addition, the network is full of online stores selling this product. Just google “buy decorative wall stickers” and you will see several hundred addresses of online stores in Moscow alone, not to mention the great and mighty Aliexpress and E-Bay. There are a lot of options: from children's stickers for the interior to adult panels, from cute cats and butterflies to rocker inscriptions and compositions in the pop art style. Search engines will show you no less options if you want to make vinyl stickers to order: such work can be done by a good printing company office The main thing is that the list of services includes plotter cutting. Show your favorite drawing, pay money and get a unique sticker.

What types of drawings are there?

Today, an endlessly diverse market allows you to place an image of anything on a wall, floor or ceiling. Do you want to admire a portrait of your favorite actress every day? Please. Maybe what you need to be happy is a picture of a cat next to your bed? We'll fix it now. List everything possible options you can ad infinitum, so we will talk about the three most popular and universal motifs.

1. Animals and plants

Vinyl stickers for the interior with animals and plants will help you feel closer to nature. Thanks to the variety of styles, such stickers can be chosen not only for a colorful nursery, but also for a classic bedroom or a cozy living room. Focus on one large image or think through an entire composition. The only limit here is your imagination.

2. Silhouettes

Stickers with silhouettes of people, objects or buildings are usually very expressive. Great way place accents in the interior.

3. Inscriptions and quotes

The walls of the house can not only listen, but also speak. Place a sticky note with an inspirational phrase in your bedroom or place a favorite quote on your living room wall. This will help you not to forget about the main thing and not get upset over trifles.

How to stick decorative stickers on the wall?

The finished sticker comes into the house in the form of a tight roll or tube, inside of which there is the film itself, instructions, a small plastic spatula (squeegee) and sometimes a sample piece. Custom cut, most likely just rolled. For now, put it aside and begin to prepare the surface.

Carefully level the surface. Vinyl film is thin, and any imperfections that you haven't removed will be visible. Remove dust and grease from the surface. Wipe the wall (or whatever you are going to glue it on) with a damp cloth; if you are gluing it on plastic or metal, wash the base with soap, dry it thoroughly and additionally degrease it with an alcohol solution. If you are going to glue the sticker on wallpaper, wipe it with a cloth or vacuum it. Remember that in most cases the sticker will stick tightly to the wallpaper, especially paper wallpaper. You will only have to remove it together with them

After the base is prepared, you can start gluing. Straighten it and leave it for a while, especially if it is large, carefully read the instructions for it. Important: reading the instructions in advance in 99% of cases helps to do everything correctly and not spoil anything. And this doesn't just apply to stickers! After the instructions have been read and the sticker has been straightened, we get to work. If the sticker is large or consists of several parts (which is often the case), call someone to help. Gluing together is more convenient, easier and more fun.
The finished sticker consists of three layers - a vinyl base with an adhesive layer, a protective backing on the bottom and a transparent mounting film on top. Under no circumstances remove the mounting film before starting work, unless, of course, you want to complicate everything.

• Place the sticker on the wall and aim. To do this, you can fix it with masking tape and see from afar how everything will look. If you're happy with it, let's start
• It’s easy to glue small stickers: peel off the bottom backing completely, carefully apply the sticker to the surface and press, smoothing with a squeegee or soft cloth from the center to the edges. After the sticker is completely stuck, remove the protective film.

• Place the large sticker with the backing on the wall and carefully peel off a small part of it. Glue this edge, press and gently pull out the backing while pressing down the loose parts of the sticker (this is where four hands are essential!). Smooth the sticker from the center to the edges. Take your time
• If you need to join sticker elements, start with the largest one. For example, if the sticker is in the shape of a tree, glue the trunk first, and then the branches
• After the backing is completely removed, smooth the sticker with a squeegee or cloth to get rid of any air bubbles (like when wallpapering)
• Carefully remove the mounting film. Pull it together in the same way as you removed the backing, pulling it down or to the side.

The finished sticker can be ironed again with a cloth or squeegee, carefully walking along the edges. We remove the garbage left after work and enjoy the updated interior.

Examples for inspiration

1. Living room

You're excited about the idea of ​​decorating your home with stickers, but you don't yet know what exactly you want. Here are some examples of how you can use stickers in your interior. For example, in the living room you can use them to create a free space space behind the sofa.
There are universal options suitable for almost any interior. Like this stylish sticker, for example. It is graphic, informative, helps to find topics for conversations with guests, and at the same time does not draw all the attention to itself.

2. Children's room

Unlike a more formal living room, the bedroom and children's room are rooms in which you can be less strict with yourself and the interior.
In the photo, the decorative stickers on the walls echo the pink canopy on the bed and the curtains on the window, and also add an additional accent with green leaves - and the unique interior of the nursery is ready.
And in this example, the decorative sticker is generally the main accent of the nursery.
A rather provocative orange color conveys a rebellious mood in a teenager's room. If you don't overdo it with colors and just add a couple of orange accents, for example, a couple of pillows and a sticker in a niche, it will be a great room.

3. Kitchen

Another place where stickers will work great. Here are a couple of examples of how to use stickers in your kitchen interior.
Why not remove the paint-scratching travel-magnets and stick them on? original sticker on the defiantly white refrigerator?
...or decorate the facades of kitchen furniture with a portrait of your favorite cat...
... cabinet doors so that your child can use them to learn the names of vegetables....
... or decorate an unfriendly tile backsplash in a rented apartment. If our examples and the story about vinyl stickers inspired you to make changes, get down to business immediately without putting it off. Transform the space gradually, in small steps:

Step 1: go to the Internet - look for ideas for inspiration, such as our article

Step 2: go to a hypermarket or choose an online store

Step 3: Buy a cool sticker for your home

Step 4: stick it wherever your imagination dictates

Step 5: enjoy life!

Beautiful and well-groomed nails distinguish a beautiful and well-groomed girl. With the help of original design it is easy to stand out from the crowd and show your uniqueness. Currently, the industry market offers a huge number of products with which women's fingers will always be the center of attention. One such popular option is sliders. Let's take a closer look at their features, as well as how to apply stickers on nails correctly.

What it is

How to apply stickers on nails:

1. Cover your nails with colored gel polish.
2. Dry well and remove the sticky layer using a lint-free cloth soaked in a cleanser.
3. Separate the sticker from the base and carefully stick it on the nail.
4. Smooth out wrinkles using a bamboo stick.
5. Cover the design with a finishing top.

3D

These voluminous stickers are not flat, but slightly convex. Such sliders can become original decoration for the entire manicure or highlight just one nail. Embossed 3D stickers come in both water-based and adhesive-based versions. They are quite easy to work with, and they are not very fussy to wear. If you fasten them correctly and well, then this should not happen to them. They will not cling to clothing or the body.

They are attached in exactly the same way as the previous options. Only such stickers do not need to be smoothed. One of the disadvantages of such voluminous stickers is the difficulty of removing them. Need special liquid nail polish remover, tweezers or scraper.

Application methods

But it’s not enough to know how to apply stickers on nails correctly. It is important to remember several ways to apply them. Let's take a closer look at each of them to make your nail design even more perfect.

On undried varnish

The most reliable way to slider design is the method when prints are transferred to an undried layer of varnish. Many nail art artists use a special brush to smooth out the sticker. Thanks to it, you can avoid many problems: the drawing will lie flat and will not tear. The brush secures the slider tightly without forming unnecessary bubbles, bumps or waves.

This method is noticeably durable because the coating dries along with the slider. Therefore, the grip will be quite strong. Just one finishing top is enough to secure it.

On the sticky layer

The most convenient and easy way, which many girls adore and put into practice. Stickers are attached to the finishing top layer. The slider must be straightened with a brush or bamboo stick, and then secured again with another layer of top. Make sure that the size of the sticker does not extend beyond the side rollers.

For a finished manicure

This method is a real savior for a finished manicure that needs updating. If your nails are painted with gel polish, but you suddenly want a change, then this option is for you. You don't need to remove the old coating, you just need to renew it. The sliders need to be secured with an acid-free primer (ultrabond). This product works great and fixes stickers on nails. And you can secure this design with the same top.

Now you know how to apply stickers on your nails. The procedure is quite simple, does not require special expenses and does not take much time. But after a few minutes, your nails will have an unusual print that will attract the attention of everyone around you.

It is traditional in salons to devote time to nail service. But the pace of life and increasing costs lead to the search for solutions on how to create a manicure yourself so that your hands look well-groomed and graceful. You can show your individuality and creativity with new nail art techniques by decorating your nail plates with special stickers.

Stickers

Film coatings have become an alternative to the usual nail polish. Ease of application and a wide choice of designs, patterns, and textures make home manicure popular.

The main rules and order of how to use nail stickers are as follows:

1. Prepare the nail. To do this, you will need to remove the cuticle and polish the surface with a buff for reliable adhesion to the film coating, and then degrease.
2. Remove the protective sheet from the sticker and apply the adhesive side to the nail.
3. Gently and thoroughly smooth the coating with a wooden or plastic spatula to remove any air residue.
4. The edges, if necessary, are trimmed and processed with a ceramic or glass file.

Methods for gluing stickers on gel polish differ in the additional use of a top coat.

Types of stickers

Varieties of stickers are distinguished according to the following parameters:

• the size of the nail covering;
• design features;
• methods of application.

There are 2 types of stickers based on size: those covering the nail plate completely and partially.

Among the options with full coverage, or stickers on the entire nail, there are:

1. Applique (transparent, one-color, with a sparse pattern);
2. Manicure (with an image covering the entire space).

Single-color film, or “dry varnish,” allows you to do without the usual salon procedures and the need to patiently dry your nails. The choice of film prints is huge: in color, style, texture. Creating a three-dimensional surface is a separate direction - 3D stickers on nails, otherwise such a coating is called beaded.

Three-dimensional stickers are elements with a convex shape. This model is used for especially special occasions. In everyday life, three-dimensional design is less practical than flat options.

Photo mini-images occupy a special place among the varieties of stickers. Designer searches for color collages from photographs and pictures are always unique and original.

Sets of self-adhesive tapes of different widths and colors have gained popularity. The thinnest versions of strips for creating decor on different bases are more convenient to work with: varnish, gel or acrylic. Decisions on how to glue tape on nails will be determined by the shape of the plate, style matching the image and imagination.

Special ornaments have been developed for extended nails. They are large in size and are designed for combination or holistic nail design options.

Gluing method

Stickers are thin and fragile, so careful handling of the material is required. The picture should be placed strictly in the center and the image should be fixed.

Manicure with stickers applied different ways. Among the first were water stickers on nails, similar to children's decals, and then fashionistas learned how to glue stickers on nails from Aliexpress.

Before pressing it to the nail, you need to hold the image in warm water. After carefully removing the paper part, the film with the pattern remains in place. After drying, you need to coat the nail with a fixative varnish. It is almost impossible to distinguish transfer stickers on nails from the salon work of a master.

The second method is universal. Even teenage girls know how to properly apply stickers on nails if the surface is sticky. You need to carefully apply the desired side of the film onto the base dried base varnish, and the process is completed. Additionally, it is recommended to coat the nails with a finishing varnish to strengthen the result and prevent rapid abrasion of the decorative layer.

If a mistake is made and a distortion of the pattern is observed, then the flaws can be corrected using

• beads, rhinestones, acrylic paint or shiny varnish;
• replacing the picture with a new one.

Experience in use will tell you how to peel off the sticker and re-design the nail. The decorative technique is clear and accessible.

Foil

In new and unusual design experiments, manicure foil has become an indispensable material. It differs from the usual one in that it lies flat on the surface of the nail and is attached using varnish, gel or a sticky base. Foil on nails is popular due to its unique original shades.

You can choose the desired type of foil from the various options presented in the nail service:

• transfer sheets and rolls - for manicure work you will need a gel with a sticky layer or special glue;
• sheet foil - used both for cutting out individual figures and patterns, and for creating a casting layer;
• embossed – suitable for complex structural design;
• compressed - ideal for aquarium design, resembles gold leaf in appearance;
• in stripes - simple ribbons on a sticky base with a wide color scheme give space to fantasy drawings;
• minx – thermal stickers for nails with an unusual effect.

Gluing method

Information on how to glue foil on nails can be obtained from the accompanying instructions for purchase and from consultants in store stores. There are no big secrets in this art, but it’s useful to learn the little tricks.

Before gluing the foil, you first need to remove the previous varnish coating and polish the surface of the nail plate. Then elements of the appropriate shape and size are prepared for each nail. The backing should be peeled off and the foil gently pressed onto the nail. During the process, it is recommended to straighten the layer and prevent air bubbles from entering.

The methods for applying foil to nails are approximately the same when it comes to the adhesive base. The blanks can be individual for each finger or consist of fragments for cutting out shapes.

You can complement the manicure with foil with beads, bouillons, rhinestones or acrylic painting. And after that, the decorative elements are covered with a protective composition.

The desire to perform a manicure yourself should be combined with the manifestation of taste and knowledge of how to glue broths on nails or achieve a casting effect. A sense of proportion is very important in such an exciting and creative process.

The transfer foil is always glued to the prepared base: after the base varnish has completely dried, apply a special glue (you can buy it along with the foil) and wait a little until the glue becomes more transparent. Then apply a piece of foil with the matte side to the nail, smooth it out and sharply tear it off. The result will be mirror nails.

Stickers

Gluing stickers is much easier than painting a small nail and spending time on the stages of drying and applying layers of painting. Design techniques preserve the original appearance for a long time and delight with beauty.

Using stickers yourself and teaching others is a fun and creative activity. In order for the manicure decor to match the overall style, it is important to decide on the appropriate “clothes” for your nails.

Types of stickers

Stickers, or overlay plates, amaze with the variety and number of designs for any exit or event. It is customary to distinguish two main types:

• flat;
• volumetric.

Stickers differ in the method of application:

• aquatic;
• adhesive.

Water stickers are transferred to the nail plate after soaking. The wearing period of a manicure is increased by using a shellac coating, a special thick gel.

It is difficult to distinguish adhesive art stickers from a professional result. The carved design goes perfectly with a plain manicure. Lace stickers are ideal for special occasions: weddings, anniversaries, corporate holidays. As a rule, the lateral or extreme parts of the nail are decorated artistically. The combination of white lace with contrasting varnish adds expressiveness to the entire look.

Acrylic or metal nail stickers add the necessary accents, complement the created design, and are varied in shades and type associations.

For french manicure French stickers are presented in the classic white color and its shades.

Volumetric stickers are presented in the following options:

• based on gel layers, including silicate ones;
• made of polymer clay (fimo stickers);
• three-dimensional visual effect (3-D stickers).

Soft and flexible decorations convey three-dimensional images from flowers and butterflies to cartoon characters. Special clay is sold in the form of cut pieces from which you can create small masterpiece personal manicure.

Some tips:

• three-dimensional color drawings are suitable for romantic meetings;
• ladybugs and butterflies are appropriate for young girls;
• rhinestones will add brightness to the image in the evening at a festive event.

Gluing method

The technology for applying stickers is familiar to those who already know how to make sliders on nails, which are a transfer film.

After treating the plate with an antiseptic, you need to apply a base layer of varnish. A light shade will emphasize the brightness of the applied pattern. After soaking the pictures for 5 minutes, the film is removed and the sticker is applied to the manicure. It is recommended to seal the result with clear varnish. Transfers on nails, as fashionistas call these stickers, will last up to two weeks.

You can glue stickers using a wet layer of base varnish or special glue. You need to apply it the first time and with pleasure, then the decoration will be placed evenly and will fit tightly to the nail plate.

It is necessary to retreat slightly from the cuticle and sides of the nail, about 1 mm.

Volumetric decorations

Working with voluminous stickers or parts requires care, but the result is worth the effort.

Kinds

The main details of volumetric decor are rhinestones, bouillons, crumbly glitter, beads, golden mesh or acrylic figures.

Three-dimensional design is not used in everyday life. On special occasions this is original and creative solution. The execution is done on one or two fingers, if these are large protruding decorations in the form of flowers or figures. Broths, beads or glitter can occupy the entire surface of the nail. Playing with color is used to accent or capture images.

Gluing method

Individual elements must be placed on a piece of paper before sticking. Then it will be easy to collect the remaining small beads or figures from it.

For applying volumetric parts, a special gel polish is easy to use. You can learn how to properly glue rhinestones onto gel polish from the following recommendations:

• apply rhinestones to the second or third layer of gel polish;
• use a magnetic pencil to maintain the intended order;
• dry each layer;
• Use a thin brush to secure the protruding elements with a layer of topcoat.

Broths are attached “in bulk” if a caviar manicure is planned. To do this, dip your finger with a wet layer of base polish into a jar of broth balls or simply sprinkle a handful of “caviar” on the nail.

The surface of small beads must be carefully pressed with a finger or secured with finishing varnish.

Let the result satisfy your expectations and bring joy.