Digit-al Dozen Does Geek: Soft Kitty from Big Bang Theory & MASH Review
Disclosure: Some products in this post were provided by the manufacturer, their PR firm or retailer for my review.
Today kicks off Digit-al Dozen theme week. This week’s theme is geek and it was wide open for our interpretation. Today I have Soft Kitty nails. “Soft Kitty” is a song from a U.S.-based comedy sitcom called “The Big Bang Theory.” (The tune is actually derived from an old English children’s song). One of the main characters on the show, super geek Sheldon Cooper, B.S., M.S., M.A., Ph.D., Sc.D., is a theoretical physicist researching quantum mechanics and string theory. Sheldon’s mother used to sing ”Soft Kitty” to him as a child. As an adult, he still requests the song whenever he is sick. (image source: cbs)
I started with two coats of China Glaze Pelican Gray as the base. The stripes were created with a nail art brush and China Glaze Recycle. I used a dotting tool and Zoya Sweet for the nose.
For the face, I used a product that was new to me, a MASH Nail Design Pen. These pens come in six colors and have a fairly sharp tip for fine details. After you get the polish flowing, it’s easy to maneuver (just like drawing with a marker) and produces solid color. My lines aren’t perfect, but I’m sure that comes with practice. I have a few more colors and can’t wait to try them in other nail art. I finished the look with one coat of MASH Matte Polish because, well, kitties aren’t shiny. The polish gave it a nice flat sheen and didn’t smear any of the design.
You can find both the Nail Design Pen and Matte Polish at www.mashnails.com. If you’re not familiar with the MASH brand, they sell anything and everything nail art related, from stamping plates to velvet powder to fimo sticks. Shipping is free on US orders over $30 and they frequently have 50% off deals on featured products. MASH nail design pens are $5.99 each. MASH Matte Polish is regularly $7.99 (right now you can get it 50% off!)
Don’t forget to check out the other Digit-al Dozen geeky masterpieces!
Disclosure: Some products in this post were provided by the manufacturer, their PR firm or retailer for my review. For more information, please see my disclosure policy.
AWWW! So cute!!
By the way, I LOVE The Big Bang Theory!!! ;)
Thanks. I don’t usually like sitcoms (I’m a documentary kinda gal) but I do love The Big Bang Theory!
This is so adorable !
Thanks, Brijit!
Love these! I am going to have to try this design :)
It seriously could not get any easier. Especially if you have a polish pen and aren’t trying to handpaint the face.
I love the creativity you did with this design! I don’t watch the Big Bang Theory, but my parents are obsessed with it!
Thanks, Heather. :D My hubby is obsessed.
Aaaah cute ♥.
Thanks, Deborah.
“kitties aren’t shiny”. i not only love looking at your photos, but also reading the blog! Also, this Digit-al dozen week is going to be awesome to watch!!
Thanks, Eva. I know…the ladies are so talented. But we all must share a brain bc we’re doing similar topics…but still unique stuff.
This is so super duper adorable! Love it!
Thanks, Kirsten. That means a lot coming from the geek who came up with the theme this week. I’m actually having fun with it!
Super cute :)
Thank you, Sabrina.
A-Dorable! And now I am totally going to have this song in my head at least half of the day!!
Um…imagine WEARING these nails. Soft kitty, warm kitty….gah!
Awww this is too adorable! I always really really love your nail art! It’s unfair to be so talented! I love MASH products! Aren’t you obsessed with their matte top coat? It gives the perfect satin finish without looking chalky.
Thanks, Alexis! That is so awesome coming from you. This is the first time I’ve tried their matte polish and you’re right…it was very satiny without being chalky. Plus, it’s inexpensive!
He’s SO cute!! I love it!
Thank you Bee!
This is adorable! Not sicky-sweet adorable, but baby kitten, baby puppy face adorable. Must try this.
Thanks, Rose. And it’s soooo easy too.
TEDDY AND I ARE DYING RIGHT NOW!!!!!
Tell Teddy he was the true inspiration behind this mani!! <3
His chest just puffed up like a lion’s. Seriously.
I love this. We are Big Bang Theory fans.
I’m glad there are fans out there. I was worried no one would “get it”. LOL
Your soft kitty is so cute!
Thanks, Vic!!
I love this! I saw it on Pinterest. I sing Soft Kitty to my daughter all the time. We love this show at my house!
Hi Rachel! Thanks for stopping by and commenting!
your kitty is so cute.love the big bang theory :)
Thanks! I don’t usually go in the “cute” direction for nail art – but this was fun.
I love it!!!! I was laughing so hard when I read your inspiration – HUGE Sheldon fan!
omg how stinkin cute! I was cracking up, love this show and Sheldon is hysterical, now I am singing the song in my head… lol Love the nails and your inspiration!