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How to Make Nail Art Stencils

Gather Materials

nail polish (at least 2 colors)
plastic baggie
toothpick
clear top coat nail polish

Paint your desired base coat.

Makeup product with a black cap and creamy beige body.

Paint your stencils.

Paint your stencils on the plastic baggie using a nail art brush, nail art, pen, toothpick, or anything your comfortable using. Make sure to paint enough for all your nails and few extra in case of a mess up. Let them dry completely.

Remove stencils from baggie.

Using your toothpick, gently get your toothpick under the stencil. Once part of the stencil comes up, the rest should come up easily with the toothpick.

A pattern of white hearts on a gray background with a pencil.

Place stencils on nail.

Add a clear top coat. Place the stencil on the nail. Use the toothpick to guide the stencil to the right place. Add another top coat when you are satisfied with your stencils.

Nail art design featuring a black heart shape on a nude nail.

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