How to Do Ravenclaw Nails

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Remove any old nail varnish.

   This includes any clear varnishes too as this will affect the way the new nail varnish is applied to the nail.
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   Step 2: Shape the nails to your personal preference.

   Any shapes are suitable for Ravenclaw nails but you could consider square or rounded nails.
   
   Use a nail file, buffer and nail scissors. , This allows the nail varnish to stay on longer and will prevent discolouration from occurring.
   
   It will also help to nourish the nails too. , The house colours of Ravenclaw are blue and bronze.
   
   You could also use silver to add a contrast.
   
   Try to vary the shades of blue you use such as light baby blue to navy. , These are useful if you can to do detailed nail art on your nails.
   
   Again, choose the colours based on the house colours of Ravenclaw , You can vary them if you want to. , The shade can be your choice, but don't go too dark or light. ,, They must be dry for the next step or they will smudge and you will have to start over. , For a neater result, apply tape in the centre of the nail, but leave space at the bottom for the area you wish to paint.
   
   This will give a straighter line at the tip. , You could leave the nails now with this simple design or you could paint on some horizontal or diagonal strips going across the nail. ,, This will maintain the design and will prevent the nails from chipping. ,
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   Step 3: Apply a base coat and let it dry.

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   Step 4: Choose your nail varnish colours.

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   Step 5: Get some nail art pens.

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   Step 6: Bear in mind not all of the designs on each nail have to be the same.

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   Step 7: Firstly

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   Step 8: paint the whole nail blue.

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   Step 9: Wait at least 5 minutes to make sure that they are dry.

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    Step 10: Apply a second coat and wait 10 minutes to ensure all layers of paint are fully dry.

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    Step 11: With a nail art pen or a thin brush

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    Step 12: paint the tips of the nails with a bold silver or gold paint.

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    Step 13: Leave until they are fully dried.

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    Step 14: If you are a master in nail design or have access to a nail art professional

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    Step 15: you could add an eagle (the symbol of Ravenclaw).

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    Step 16: To finish

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    Step 17: after ensuring the nails are fully dried

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    Step 18: apply at least 2 layers of top coat clear varnish.

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    Step 19: Leave the nails to dry and enjoy you new Ravenclaw nails!

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