Newspapers and Lemon Drops

Hello All!

So, Newspapers and Lemon Drop?  What's that about?  Well, a couple of days ago I came across something fun called Newspaper nails on Pinterest.  I thought it was a fun idea so I decided to try it.  So I cut out some of my favorites from an old newspaper, and got to work.  The process is fairly simple, and the result is awesome.  Although, my first try didn't turn out great; seems that I can never let my nails dry before doing other things!  As for the lemon drops, those come after the nails.

Newpaper nails found on Pinterest

So, what do you have to do?  First you are going to need nail polish (light colors such as pastels work best), top coat, scissors, 10 strips of newspaper (enough to completely cover your nail), Vodka (other alcohol like run is ok or rubbing alcohol), and little bowl.

1. You want to paint your nails and let the completely dry.
2. Dip your nail in the bowl of alcohol.

3. Immediately cover your wet nail with a strip of newspaper; hold it for 30 seconds without moving.  The paper will form to your nail after 30 secs.

4. Slowly pull off the newspaper to see the awesomeness!
5. Finish with a clear top coat, and you're done.

First attempt with hot pink nail polish.

Second try with white, and it shows much better!

So, I recommend using a light or pastel color because the ink from the paper will show up better.  Since I used white the second time I was able to use a colored strip of newspaper on my nail.  I'm just a little excited because I have part of the Green Lantern and Captain America on my thumbs! 

Now that you made it this far it is time to get to good stuff!  I figured since you may be using alcohol with this project, why not use it as an excuse to make a good drink.  I was experimenting with drinks one night, and I came up with this drink.  Not sure if it is in a bartender recipe book, but I like to call it a Passionate Lemon Drop. 

What I used:  Lemon Drop mix, Malibu Rum-Passion Fruit Flavor, Grenadine, and 7-Up.

1. Measure out 2 shots of Rum, add to ice filled glass.
2. Add 3 shots of lemon drop mix to glass.
3. Fill with 7-Up and add Grenadine.
4. Enjoy!

This recipe makes a great sweet lemon drink.  If you try out either of these let me know, I love comments!
So kick back, enjoy the paper, and a nice summer drink.

Until next time,