Nail art
Painting designs on nails with polish, stamping and gel, from dots to tiny scenes.
Nail art
- To start
- $30
- Each month
- $10
- Time
- 2 hours a week
- Sessions
- 45 minutes or more
- Where
- At home
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It rewards care and fine detail.
- It's hands-on from start to finish.
- It's wide open for your own ideas.
- It asks almost nothing of your body.
You’ll like it if
- You want to build something of your own
- You want to make things
- You want to switch off
Maybe not if
- You want a workout
- You want something fast and exciting
- You want it to be social
What it feels like
Nail artAverage arts & Expression hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$30Cheaper to start than 55% of hobbies
$10Over a year, more than the kit
$150About $1 an hour at 2 hours a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Paint a base colour, then add dots and stripes to one accent nail with a dotting tool and a striping brush.
45 minutes or moreAt homeVery easy to start
Questions
How much does nail art cost to start?
About $30 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, then about $10 a month once you are going.
How much time does nail art take?
About 2 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 45 minutes or more.
Can I do nail art at home?
Yes. Needs a table or a corner.
Is nail art good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Paint a base colour, then add dots and stripes to one accent nail with a dotting tool and a striping brush.
Do I need other people for nail art?
No. It works fine on your own.