Do you want your manicure to suit... everyday look, and if necessary combined with a festive outfit? Pay attention to the classic nail design - monograms.
Do you love elegant nail designs? Do you want your manicure to be suitable for an everyday look, and, if necessary, combined with a festive outfit? Pay attention to the classic nail design - monograms. Beautiful curls and stripes that form a unique pattern. Compatible with any shape and length of nails. Think it can't be done at home? But in vain! Today the site will tell you how to complete this design step by step.
Types of monograms
Monogram design can be classified according to execution techniques:
- Hand painted: the most beautiful classic curls. The drawing is done by hand using a very thin brush. It is difficult to achieve a symmetrical pattern on both hands. Requires some preparation.
- Stamping: application using the stamping technique - imprinting the finished design. The results are the same neat patterns. Unlike hand painting, the monograms are not convex, but flat.
- Sliders: The easiest way. It involves gluing special stickers or stencils. If desired, the drawing is outlined by hand. Recommended for use by beginners.
In addition to differences in technique, there is a division according to the type of material used for the pattern. So, monograms can be applied classically using gel paint or supplemented with acrylic powder, glitter, or a matte finish.
Monograms with acrylic powder Applying an invented pattern is only possible when painting by hand. By stamping and using a slider you can only get a ready-made initial curl pattern.
Equipment and materials
The materials used depend on the technique by which you want to achieve this design.
For hand painting you will need:
- Tools for preparatory stage: equipment for manicure, buff.
- Materials for the main coating: gel-varnish, gel or acrylic systems.
- Gel paint needs colors.
- Brush hair: marking 0, 00, 000. Focus on visual appearance. Different manufacturers have different brush lengths and widths.
- Glitter, acrylic powder, fan brush: if you want to decorate monograms.
For stamping:
- manicure tools;
- base coating materials;
- stamping paint;
- plates with a pattern;
- stamp;
- scrapper.
Using sliders:
- manicure tools;
- base coating materials;
- sliders;
- scissors;
- tweezers;
- bowl of water: for water-based sliders.
Now let's get down to the design itself.
Application technique step by step
Before you begin applying your monogram design, you should carefully prepare nail plate. Perform an edged, hardware or combined manicure. Then carefully go over the buff to polish the nail.
The next stage is applying the base coating. You can use , gel or acrylic. It is possible to apply the top coat immediately, or after the design itself.
Choose one of the techniques for applying monograms and get to work!
Hand painted
If you applied gel or acrylic, then before drawing monograms you should buff the surface of the coating. Don't forget to remove the sticky layer, if any, from it first. And after using the buff, wipe the surface with a cleaner.
Application of design:
- Choose a design from a photo or come up with your own.
- Dip a thin brush into the gel paint. Don't take a large amount.
- Place a point, and then stretch it with a smooth line according to the drawing. Try to make the tail of the line as thin as possible. To do this, when finishing one monogram, lift the brush, bringing it to nothing.
- Continue drawing the monograms.
- If you decide to decorate the finished drawing, then sprinkle it with glitter or acrylic powder.
- Dry the drawing in a UV or LED lamp.
- When sprinkling, remove excess with a fan brush.
- Apply top coat if you did not use pattern sprinkles and let dry.
The design is ready!
To make your drawing more beautiful and accurate, hone your technique on special training cards.
Training card for painting Options for painting monograms step by step
White swirls on red
Black gel paint pattern on a turquoise background
Second version of monograms
Monograms that fill the entire nail
Contrast
Black and white monograms
Monograms sprinkled with powder
Double pattern
Delicate pattern
Stamping
Apply the design to the prepared nail plate using stamping:
- Drop paint onto the design plate.
- Use a scraper to distribute and remove excess.
- Transfer the design to the stamp.
- Place the stamp on your nail to transfer the design.
- Dry the design.
- Apply top coat and cure in a lamp.
Repeat the manipulations with all the necessary nails.
Stamping monograms Sliders
- Apply base coat over prepared nail.
- Separate the slider from the base using tweezers. Wet it if necessary.
- Transfer to nail.
- Dry in a lamp.
- Apply base over slider.
- Dry.
- Cover with top coat and dry in a lamp.
Your perfect monogram design is ready.
Monogram slider design Design options
Have you already tried to draw monograms using our advice? Share photos in the comments!
Over the long history of life, manicure has reached its peak only now, when the possibilities of artistic nail painting are combined with the safety of technology.
Likewise, decorating nails with monograms, a nail art beloved by many, today can be done with gel polishes. The main thing is to stock up on the necessary equipment and patience, and you can always learn from experience.
In general, monogram (from the Polish “knot”) is a calligraphic font in which the initial letters of first and last names are artistically intertwined, forming intricate patterns. 
In the old days, only members of the aristocracy or royalty had the privilege to use this monogram. Envelopes, medallions and rings were decorated with monograms. Monograms were embroidered on clothes, bed linen and other personal items.
Ah, if only the great Empress Catherine, who left a huge “monogram legacy,” knew how accessible this luxury would be to the people! After all, today the monogram has lost its class and symbolism, having spread in decoration techniques - in particular, in nail art.
You can remove monograms on your nails with ordinary varnishes, but gel polishes have undeniable advantages: they last a long time (up to 4 weeks), do not fade or chip, strengthen the nail plate, and do not contain DBP and formaldehyde.
To paint monograms with gel polish you will need the following set of materials and equipment:
- base, background, contrast and finishing gel polish;
- UV lamp for drying gel polish coating;
- means for degreasing the nail plate;
- thin brush for drawing monograms (stiper);
- stencils and training tips for beginners.
Drawing monograms on nails with gel polish: step-by-step instructions
Regardless of whether you draw the monograms by hand or use stencils, you will have to go through all the standard steps of applying a gel polish coating step by step. So…
Step 1. Preparing the nail plate
- Model the shape and equalize the length of the nails.
- Remove or push back the cuticle (without steaming).
- Give it a soft buff easy on nails roughness.
- Degrease your nails with a specialized product or alcohol.
Step 2. Applying base, background and finish
- Cover your nails with base gel polish and place them under a UV lamp.
- Apply background gel polish and dry again under the lamp.
- Finish the background with topcoat - don't forget about UV drying.
- Seal the tips of your nails as you apply each coat.
VIDEO INSTRUCTION
Step 3: Drawing Monograms
- “Buff” the finishing coat so that the monograms lie as if nailed down.
- Place gel polish on the tip of a thin brush, transfer a voluminous drop onto the nail and stretch it in the desired direction in a smooth and rounded line.
- Don’t “overdo it” with patterns - monograms should not weigh down your nails.
- Dry your nails with monograms under a UV lamp.
- Apply finish and dry again. Done - enjoy!
Actually, everything except the main thing - how to draw beautiful monograms? If your hand in the field of artistic nail painting is full, be guided by your own imagination or look for “prototypes” on the Internet.
In case of total “crookedness”, use the stamping technique (creating designs using “stamps” on metal plates) or slider design (applying stickers).
By the way, it’s only a rare nail artist who can tell the difference between hand-painted art and sliders.
If you have a persistent desire to master the art of hand painting, practice your hand on training cards, tracing ready-made “curls”, transfer the skill to tips and only then start designing your nails.
VIDEO DESCRIPTION
- monograms are drawn in one color; highlighting individual lines with color does not carry any meaning and violates the harmony;
- before drawing lines that will intersect with already drawn “curls,” the nails should be dried in a lamp;
- For everyday option the background and color of the monograms are chosen to be of a similar tone; for a “weekend” design, the contrast can be bolder;
- the use of additional “scenery” is not prohibited - powder, rhinestones, gold and silver sand, liquid stones (not generously, moderately, so as not to distract the “viewer’s” attention from the main plot - curls);
- and the trend of emphasizing one nail is still in trend, which is very beneficial for beginners who are training in drawing “curls.”
By the way, is “royal” nail painting appropriate in everyday life?
Where and with what to “walk” monograms on your nails?
“Putting” monograms on your nails is one thing, “walking” them in public is another. Sometimes it's better to stay home so as not to be considered tasteless. If the classics (plain manicure or French manicure) go with everything and always, monograms require a special approach.
When artistic painting of nails is timed to coincide with a holiday or special event, you can allow an outfit, the degree of which will not be inferior to the “loudness” of the nails. But even in this case, you should avoid prints and patterns in clothes so as not to lose face behind the intricacies of lines.
Monograms on nails in everyday life require modest, discreet outfits to match color palette manicure or 1-2 shades lighter (darker). Accents in makeup (eyes or lips) are acceptable, but in this case, accessories, like clothes, should fade into the background.
If you are a creative and eccentric person, you like to stand out from the crowd, the territory of possible combinations of manicure and wardrobe is limited only by your imagination, which, we hope, still lies in the plane of good taste.
In any case, be prepared for sidelong glances from people who have a keen sense of harmony and categorically do not accept such treatment of it. But that’s what’s good about it modern fashion, which can always be casually noted: this is a trend. And all claims will be dropped.
In this article you will become familiar with the technique of drawing on nails, such as monograms. You will learn how to draw swirls in different ways.
Since ancient times, girls have always strived to look beautiful and well-groomed. Moreover, not only the hairstyle and outfit should look great, but also the manicure. Thanks to the imagination of stylists, many techniques for painting on nail plates are known in salons.
Charming patterns on nails using the monogram technique look great. This type of manicure is known for its sophistication and tenderness. That is why monograms are becoming increasingly popular nowadays.
How to draw monograms on nails?
Doing this type of manicure is not easy; you will need accuracy, attentiveness, perseverance, and patience. If you have these qualities, then you will be able to draw monograms of absolutely any complexity, you are guaranteed to succeed stylish design nails
The choice of monogram technique can be very diverse; you can come up with your own design, or look various photos in the Internet.
The execution algorithm remains unchanged. It is important to keep the sequence of actions step by step.
Combined black and white version monograms Before you start applying the monogram to your nails, it is recommended to draw the selected pattern on paper.
You should ensure smooth, precise movements. When you reach desired result, you can start applying the monogram to the plates.
Beautiful, easy option manicure monogram IMPORTANT: It is best to use acrylic contour paints for this technique. It will be more convenient for you to paint with such varnishes.
Technique for drawing monograms on nails
how to draw monograms on nails, what brush?
An important tool for painting nails is a brush. If you take a brush more than once, then buy a good quality tool.
There are several points to pay attention to:
- The base on the handle should not wobble or fly off it, and the connecting seam of the hand should not, preferably, not twist
- The hair should be securely attached to the tip of the brush. To check the quality, stroke the tip; if at least one hair falls out, then you should not take it
- You can moisten the brush with water, but it should be perfect (nothing can bristle anywhere), then take this brush with confidence
- It should also be taken into account that brushes with a seamless frame, that is, without a seam, are more convenient to use than others.
- An indicator of quality is also the material. A wooden handle on a brush made of hard wood (birch, beech) is a good choice
Based on the shape and size of the brush, we may need the following brushes:
- WITH short thin hair- perfect for thin curly lines, dots, letters, miniature elements
- Brush medium size with sharp end- serves for the main design
- WITH long hair - suitable for drawing long lines
- Very thin, sharp, small point brush- good for small elements, complex drawings, used as a stroke and also for gradients
- Beveled tassel- perfect for drawing curls
IMPORTANT: You can buy a special brush for the monogram, as described above, or you can make it yourself from a regular one. To do this, we’ll use a little trick: we need to cut a regular brush in a circle and make it thin enough. As a result, you will have a ready-made working tool.
Monograms on nails - step-by-step instructions for beginners
Monograms are often drawn in the form of curling, intertwining lines. If you come up with your own pattern, it will unexpectedly please those around you.
For beginners, you can use auxiliary tools in the form of stamping, stickers, or draw simple monograms.
The drawing algorithm is as follows:
- The most important stage is preparatory. This mainly applies to natural nails, not acrylic ones. The nail plate must be highly polished and degreased. It is not recommended to use hand cream
- The base is applied to the prepared nail. You can use it as a basis clear nail polish or any chosen varnish color, depending on your design
- Let's start drawing our monogram from the edge of the nail. For achievement maximum effect open the petals of each monogram with a brush. Let all design elements dry separately
- When finished, cover your nails with a protective layer of varnish to ensure that the manicure lasts as long as possible.
Cute design with floral monogram elements Monograms on nails with gel polish
For a manicure with monograms you will need:
- Ultraviolet or LED lamp for drying gel polish
- Base coat
- Gel polish, base for the chosen design
- Gel polish for pattern
- Monogram brush
- Degreaser
- Lint-free wipes
Progress of making a monogram with gel polish:
- We prepare the nails, apply the base, main color, top. Dry each layer in a lamp, do not forget to seal the tips of the nails
- Remove the sticky layer from the topcoat so that the monogram does not crawl
- To make our design neat, we apply varnish to the tip of the brush so that we get a voluminous drop. Which we then lead in the right direction. It is important to do all the touches without haste
- It is recommended to make patterns voluminous; for this you need to double the lines and leave empty space between them
- It is recommended to draw monograms symmetrically, visually divide the nail into two parts, mirror the same elements
- Also, do not overdo it with details, so as not to make your manicure heavier.
- The completed stage is applying the top.
Combining cat eye gel polish with a monogram Simple monograms on nails
The most common in a simple way applying monograms to nails is stamping. It consists of two main procedures: spreading varnish onto a steel stencil plate, and then transferring the resulting design onto the nail plate.
This method makes drawing much easier and speeds up the creation of a beautiful, complex pattern. However, such work requires certain skills.
In order to make a design using stamping, you must:
- Buy scraper, stamp
- Find a disk with a beautiful pattern
- For painting, use certain stamping varnishes, the best one is paint varnish
- Transfer the image from the disk to your nails with a stamp
You can add a decorative element to this manicure - Swarovski stones - this will add tenderness and volume to the nails.
Velvet monograms on nails
The nail design technique with velvet elements was originally used on extended nails using special materials.
These days, due to the popularity of this design, other options have emerged that could achieve the same result.
We will look at one of these options. On natural nails Gel polish is applied, and the velvet effect is obtained by applying acrylic powder to a special gel paint.
Technique:
- We prepare the nails for applying gel polish, after which we apply the base and colored gel polish in two layers
- Apply the top coat to the nails and dry them in a lamp.
- We draw our design with a thin brush using gel paint, it is more convenient to work with than gel polish, and the drawing also turns out to be more voluminous
- Apply acrylic powder on top of the gel paint, then you need to polymerize the material, shake off the remaining powder
- Velvet nails are not covered with topcoat
Black monograms on nails
A manicure with black monogram elements can be quite light. But he looks very impressive, shocking.
Also, this design can give the effect of “ nylon tights" Many girls prefer it, so let's see how it can be made using stickers.
Stickers are a wonderful lightweight option for creating a manicure. Today there is a huge selection of different patterns. They are quite easy to use.
Selected stickers in the form of black monograms should be glued to the base. A clear or colored varnish works well as a base. It will provide good grip and will also increase the life of your manicure. The final step will be coating with a fixative.
White monograms on nails
To make white monograms on your nails, you will need:
- Varnish base
- Blue varnish
- White varnish for our future monograms
- Fixer
- Brushes
- Napkins
- Nail polish remover
- Palette
Making a delicate manicure design with white monograms Progress:
- It is necessary to apply the base to the prepared nails. This is necessary so that the varnish adheres better, and also your nails are protected from the harmful chemical effects of the varnish.
- Next, apply blue varnish, if necessary in two layers.
- We must first prepare a palette from which we will subsequently take white varnish with a brush
- Take a napkin and soak it in nail polish remover; this is necessary to remove excess polish from the brush.
- We apply a small amount of white varnish on the palette, dip the brush into the varnish, draw the monogram
- The brush should be soaked in a napkin frequently to prevent lumps or excess varnish from forming.
- Upon completion, we cover our design with a fixative.
A beautiful, simple version of white monograms Training card for painting nails with monograms
Manicurists are often not always artists, but they paint very beautifully. All this is achieved with the help of training cards. They are good at helping you develop certain skills.
It's true that it's not easy to learn with practice cards. There are different levels of complexity of drawings, based on this, you need to choose exactly your level.
First there must be a base. We present to you a set of basic training exercises for developing the skill of drawing monograms. There are all the necessary elements that will help you create unique nail designs yourself.
Basic training card for painting using the monogram technique Monograms on nails - diagrams
There is a wide variety of monogram designs. They come in different levels: for beginners, professionals. On the Internet you can find drawings for every taste. Let's look at some of them.
The diagram below shows how to do it simple, effective monograms. They consist of straight lines, curls, and dots. The entire space of the nail plate is filled with a stylish pattern. Thanks to this, such a manicure looks holistic and professional. This manicure is perfect for going out to various events or for everyday wear.
Consider the following light monogram in the shape of a flower. It is done quickly, just stretch the flower petals in a circle towards the center.
This technique is common and universal. With a brush you can make many drawings, filling the space with various shapes. It all depends on your flight of fancy.
Design and painting of nails with monograms
It still happens smear technique. This design manicure is available to masters who have already trained their hands.
Original design on nails with monograms It is necessary to have working materials such as:
- Brush, paints for painting
- Use rhinestones, sand, and
- other materials you may need for the design
Smear technique - monograms from professionals IMPORTANT: Before drawing the monogram, it is recommended to connect the petals into one circle. The resulting patterns emphasize the curves of all elements of your design.
The first stroke in the painting is the petal stroke. It starts from the end of the nails, goes down, and the brush rests on the plane of the nail. Then the brush comes out again to the thin tip. Each hand movement should glide smoothly without jerking. Such strokes are made in different directions.
The second stroke is the monogram. It also draws smoothly, continuously. Can also be performed in different directions. The brush can be torn off if the element comes from a thinned edge. Next, the elements are smoothly connected into one monogram.
The third touch is the transformation into a classic monogram. To do this, add identical petals in a circle without touching. It is convenient to add petals from the bottom edge; this method of drawing also saves time.
IMPORTANT: Remember not to tear the lines. Therefore, think through the design clearly in advance. You shouldn’t expect miracles from the resulting creation if you haven’t put in the effort and patience.
Video: monograms on nails with acrylic powder
Monograms on nails step by step
Once upon a time, the first letters of the surname and first name of any person were called monograms, which, intertwined with each other, were a painting or a monogram. A monogram is an image with several intertwining lines emerging into an independent pattern. This technique is in fashion today, so we decided to reveal Monograms on nails step by step.
- Original - can often be found among owners of extended nails. They look very shocking and bold, because they can be voluminous and consist of the most bizarre shapes;
- French - cover only the sides of the nail plate over light varnish; this type is suitable for a French manicure;
- Monogram in Art Nouveau style - each nail represents a different picture.
How to draw monograms:
- Dods
- Brushes
- Needle
Before you indulge in a flight of fancy and begin to implement bold ideas in the form of patterns and curls on your nails, you should perform several preparatory manipulations. Before you begin, tidy up your nail plates.
How to draw monograms on nails step by step for beginners
When creating monograms, act carefully and follow the rules:
- Choosing drawing tools. These can be needles of different sizes and degrees of sharpness, all kinds of brushes, toothpicks or special professional tools;
- If you want your artwork to last, you need acrylic paint or gel polish;
- Don't forget to purchase a sealer.
Interesting
How to skillfully combine nail polish colors, super tip!
We draw monograms according to the training map:
In order for our monograms to turn out beautiful better than those of professional craftsmen, you need to get good at it. Training on paper will allow the hand muscles to remember the movements and in the future confidently apply the design to the nail plate.
Monograms on nails step by step: draw with a needle
- You can apply the pattern on a dried base layer, then we simply drip the working material onto the nail and stretch it with a needle, giving it the desired shape.
- Drops of different colors are left on a wet base, stretched with a needle, and thus several varnishes are mixed to form a pattern. The result will be interesting and unusual.
This is what monograms drawn using Dots look like:
The picture on the nail can only be drawn by applying dots in a certain order, based on your idea. Tools can include: an orange manicure stick, ball pen or dots.
We create monograms on nails step by step using a brush:
It is advisable that the brush be made of natural material. The brushes are very simple and easy to use; you can use them to create any drawing, especially after watching tutorial videos.
Follow the instructions in the video and everything will work out!
Remember that you should draw monograms quickly, before the varnish has time to harden. Therefore, think through every detail in advance and. If it doesn’t work out the first time, it doesn’t matter, over time everyone achieves perfection!
Anyone can make simple designs on their nails at home. One of the most popular pictures is a monogram. The technique involves applying numerous intertwining lines that create a romantic pattern on the nail plate. This peculiar lace is combined with French, gradient manicure, has a lot of subtleties.
How to draw monogram patterns on nails
Instructions for creating monograms on nails begin with preparation. The process looks like this step by step:
- Remove the old varnish and tidy up the plate. Do not lubricate your hands with cream, otherwise even a simple drawing will not work - the nail must be free of grease.
- To start, do classic manicure– cover the plate with two layers of plain varnish. With such a base, monograms look very expressive.
- Choose a drawing tool: a needle, a brush, a toothpick or a special device. Symmetrical geometric lines can be created using tape.
- If you want to learn how to create patterns that will last a long time, use acrylic paint or gel polish.
- Make sure you have a fixative.
With a needle
There are two ways to create monograms on nails:
- it is necessary to apply a few drops of the working material to the dry base layer and stretch them with a needle;
- Multi-colored drops are applied to the undried base, and then the layers of varnish are mixed with a needle, and a pattern is drawn.
Graceful lines are formed with a thin needle, and dots can be made with a thick tool (dots). You can arrange the dots however you like and then make the designs with a needle. Bright curls (burgundy, red, purple) and a pale background look beautiful. When the pattern is dry, coat the nail with a sealer. If the manicure is evening, glitter or pebbles are allowed. A popular design is the butterfly, which is also easy to make with a needle.
Dots
Such monograms on nails can be drawn using a needle (the process is described above), or you can create beautiful pattern only using points located close to each other in a certain sequence. The best tools in in this case– dots, orange stick, ballpoint pen without ink. The process is very easy - you need to dip the tool in varnish or paint and place a dot in the right place.
Painting nails with brushes
At home, many people use a varnish brush, but it is inconvenient to paint small elements. During lessons on creating monograms, masters use professional tools. What brush should I use to paint curls? The main thing is that it is made of natural pile. Particularly popular types of brushes are:
- Striper: has a long and thin hair. An ideal tool for creating simple and ornate patterns and ornaments.
- Beveled: necessary for drawing various types curls.
- Speaker No. 00: has a thin but short hair. Used for writing letters, precise and small elements.
Beginners in nail art will find training cards useful - patterns with barely visible contours. They are like copybooks for children who are just learning to write letters. Print them out and try your hand at it. Brushes are very convenient to work with, because with their help the working material is applied easily and clearly. By looking at the diagrams of simple curls, you can create an original design. Try to keep the monograms as similar as possible on all nails.
Gel polish
Monograms on nails are increasingly being painted with gel polish. The material lasts a long time and looks very impressive. If the process involves the use of tear-off foil, we are talking about casting on nails. Monograms on acrylic powder (the result is a three-dimensional velvet pattern) and voluminous monograms look very stylish. Drawings on nails with gel polish require a lamp to dry the material, basic basis, top coat, gel paint, very thin brush with short bristles.
- Prepare your nail plate for manicure. Apply base material, color and top coat. Dry each layer under the lamp for the required amount of time.
- Seal the tips of your nails and wipe off the sticky layer from the top coat.
- To draw a monogram, apply paint with a brush. Ideally, a voluminous drop will form at the end, which must first be applied to the nail and then stretched.
- Gradually draw the pattern, adding the required amount of gel polish. If the lines overlap each other, be sure to dry the bottom layer each time.
- Beautiful monograms are characterized by symmetry, so mentally divide the nail in half and mirror the pattern in the other half.
Varnish
The step-by-step process of creating monograms with ordinary varnish is practically no different from that described above. There is no difference in the technique of applying curls. Make sure that the varnish is not too thick and not runny. Among fashionistas, the classic jacket with a black laconic pattern on one side is especially popular. Simple varnish can be dried without a special lamp, but if you want perfect manicure, take advantage of it.
toothpick
Using a toothpick to create monograms is as easy as sewing needle. However, the tip of this tool is not so thin, so you won’t be able to draw the smallest details with it. However, the tree certainly won't hurt base coat. The principle of operation is the same - put the dots in the desired sequence and use a toothpick to stretch the line in a certain direction. There is a second way to apply a pattern: drop a little paint or varnish onto the foil, then dip the sharp tip of a toothpick and draw a curl.
