With a little patience, it is simple to create beautiful fingernail art that is perfect for any occasion.

Allow your fingernails to make a fashion statement by adorning them with designs that express your individuality, complement your personality, and accessorize your wardrobe. From subtle and simple, to elegant, quirky, or bold, it is easy to dress your nails in styles without paying the expensive rates often charged by professional salons. And with all the tools and products available, you do not have to be a gifted artist to create stunning, breathtaking nails.

You can build your own fingernail art kit by purchasing various sized brushes, nail art pens, acrylic paint, and your choice of fun accessories. Add in a few pins, toothpicks, and paperclips, and you will be ready to begin creating beautiful, professional looking designs that will make a statement without breaking your pocketbook.

Add elegance to a simple French manicure with a row of gemstones or a gold metallic smile line. Have a little fun by painting the tips black, blue, or even orange. Use a fine tipped brush to paint white zigzags along the tip line, or use a toothpick to create a cluster of delicate dots.

Special occasions and holidays are a perfect time to experiment with designs and make your nails part of the celebration. Get in the holiday spirit by using candy cane nail stickers and silver glitter. Try a French manicure with green and red tips, or paint tiny bells and wreaths on each nail. Usher in winter by using the end of a toothpick or paperclip to create snowflakes from small white dots and delicate lines. Embrace the season of love with heart adorned nails, or capture the spookiness of Halloween with black polish and orange jack-o-lanterns.

Do you think you lack the artistic ability to paint intricate details? Why not try some easy-to-apply nail accessories that will add the pizzazz you desire without a lot of work or expense. Create funky designs with metallic bullion beads. Attach sparkling gemstones or dainty crystals. Cover wet nails with a light dusting of glitter or choose from a variety of stickers and decals. Nail stencils or stamping kits will help you add interesting, perfectly formed shapes that are guaranteed to look so professional that all your friends will think you visited a salon.

Simple details can be added with very little effort. Use a toothpick to draw straight, wavy, or diagonal lines. Combine two colors to make checkerboard or plaid patterns. Draw a smiley face or colorful rainbow. Create a marble effect by swirling two colors together or form a pretty flower with five small dots and a center rhinestone.

With a few inexpensive tools, you can create beautiful fingernail art designs at home. Whether you are attending a special event, celebrating a holiday, or simply enjoying life, your fingernails can always be dressed and ready for any occasion.