The change of seasons is reflected not only in the woman’s wardrobe, but
and on her make-up, as well as manicure. Winter is not a reason to refuse
stylish ideas, and time to translate them.
Content:
- Ideas and techniques
- Knitted manicure with powder and sand
- White
- Red and pink
- Gray
- Blue
- Application methods

First of all, in the cold period, I want to add to the image
more comfort and convenience. This need is fully satisfied
New nail trend – manicure in the form of a knitted cloth. He already deserved
popularity among women of all ages who prefer
surround yourself with warm things. This is because “knitted”
design, or as it is called manicure-sweater, is performed in the form
patterns that by their texture resemble the usual knitting.
Despite its relative newness, there are already more
the number of variants of its execution, from which you can choose
suitable.

Contents
Basic principles and techniques
First of all, it will be interesting to consider which forms and
nail lengths are suitable for this design. In the latter case, knitted
manicure is very versatile, so the length of the nail plate can
be any. Often on short nails it looks even better, which
allows you to feel more comfortable.
- If a woman prefers long nails, then in this design she
won’t be disappointed either – for both acute and square shapes
There are suitable knitted patterns. - It is recommended to combine the selected patterns.
Manicure-sweaters with their own style in clothing. Wrong
selected pattern or color can create disharmony with the usual
in a way. - Techniques for knitted design may be different, but especially
are fashionable now: a combination of several shades at once, patterns in the form of
rhombuses, braids, all sorts of curls and other elements that
on texture imitate small or large knitting. Using
several colors you can safely arrange them in the form of a gradient. - In addition, no one has canceled the possibility of additional
decorations and decor: rhinestones, glitter, cute winter images of bears
and bunnies, deer and penguins, classic peas and hearts, and
etc. - The new ideas are perfectly combined with the classic neyl as
french, moon or monochrome manicure, blank
space called negative space. Their combination allows
create the whole author’s compositions on the nails.

Knitted effect with sand and powder
It is the knitted version with the use of sand and powder that remains.
most popular because of the special natural plush effect.
This powder is available in several varieties. For example,
you can use the most common white, or make a gradient
transition using colored sand.
Depending on the quality and type of material will depend
�”Natural” knitted fabric: for a better look
It is recommended to use fine acrylic powder, particles
which tend to settle in the gel polish and painted in his
tone. At the same time, white sand does not have this property.

Manicure-sweater in white
White вязаный маникюр практически идеален для зимы, поскольку
this color is associated with the cold season, and the effect of the canvas
creates a feeling of comfort. In addition, it is suitable for any shape and
length of the nail plate.
White цвет нечасто используют на всех ногтях, поэтому выбирают
several shades to combine. Perfect companions in
In this case, are considered: pink, beige and gray. They can be
used as a gradient on all nails or used
separately for each marigold.

Knitted manicure in a red or pink palette
Red is sure to be used to create winter
manicure, since this gamma is the most associated
Happy holidays. In addition, it is quite successfully combined with a large
number of shades, among which: green, white, silver or
gold.
Often red is chosen as the base that covers all
nails, and already at the top have multi-colored patterns – flat or
bulk. The effect of “mating” looks great on different shades,
for example, burgundy, plum or brick.

Gray цвет для маникюра-свитер
Gray shades in combination with knitted patterns look very
gently, especially if the nails will be combined several
different drawings. For a combination, choose one or several
pastel shades: beige, white, yellow or lilac. Length
ногтей при этом может be any.

Blue shades of knitted manicure
The blue palette is especially in demand in winter, and age
women does not matter. Most often, a knitted pattern is created
using sand or powder. Only a couple can be selected for this.
fingers, or a pattern placed on all at once.

Creation methods
At the moment there are several ways to create
knitted manicure. For self-fulfillment recommended
apply the classic technology that implies
use only one color for the base and the pattern itself. So
way you can achieve a special refinement image and avoid
unsuccessful, too sharp contrasts on the nails.

- �”Knitting” using gel polish
It is worth noting in advance that the procedure itself is very simple and not
requires some special skills. To cope with it even
to the lover.
- As usual, manicure starts with preliminary preparation.
nail plate – nails file off and give them the necessary
form, cuticle is treated, the surface is sanded and degreased
her. The next step is to apply an acid-free primer,
which is necessary for high-quality adhesion of the gel with the nail. - The first layer is applied base, which is dried using
UV lamps. - Then the nail plate is covered with the main color gel and
dry it. - The pattern itself will also be made with a gel, so for
First you need to create a volume for the pattern. For this using
fine brush hold a straight line gel along the nail – you need it
to dry This procedure is worth repeating again – the line in this
case hold over the first layer. - Then you need to apply short strokes gel, placing them
tilted to the volume line – it will be a bit like
�Herringbone. In this case, do not forget that each layer of the gel must
dry under the lamp. - The final step is to put the points on the gel.
the other side of the line. - The whole composition is covered with top coating and everything is fine.
dried.
In conclusion, we will not forget to remove the adhesive layer with a special
means.
Another option to create a manicure gel-lac on video:
- Knitted fabric using ordinary varnish
In this case, the need for special tools, like
No UV lamps or consumables, so it’s easy to
perform at home. The execution technique is also extremely simple. But all
some materials will be required, therefore all
to prepare. In this case, the volume texture of the pattern will be created.
with the help of velvet sand and varnish. They can choose one tone
or different, but necessarily well combined with each other. If a
skip this rule, the result is tasteless
manicure.
- Initially, you need to process the cuticle in the usual way and
nail plate, cover it with a base or base – it will help
сделать поверхность ровнее и защитить her. - The next step is applying the main colored varnish on all the nails,
if necessary – in 2 layers. - Then we proceed to the creation of the pattern itself. For this we take
a thin brush and sand – on a varnish that has not yet had time to dry
puts the necessary ornament or pattern. - In this case, it is not recommended to put the top on top, because
broken upper velvet knitting effect.
Therefore, you just need to give the manicure dry well.

Recommendations
In the implementation of such a manicure is nothing complicated, but still,
There are some nuances, the knowledge of which will help to get
the most spectacular result:
- before applying the pattern must be well dried
basis, otherwise the picture can “flow”; - for work it is recommended to use a thin brush;
- the required volume and texture is achieved by applying 2-3
layers of material; - for additional decoration you can use sparkles, rhinestones and
etc.; - it is undesirable to create bulk compositions on acrylic
nails; - to make the surface of the pattern smooth recommended
apply a matte fixative; - if you use acrylic powder to create a knitted pattern
or velvet sand, then apply a topcoat
not necessary.

This manicure can be called seasonal, because summer knitted fabric
on the nails will no longer be relevant. Therefore, you should definitely pay
time for this option in the winter.
