Show us your girly, pretty, decorated, pink!

[Schmeelybug]

That was my thought too. I'm not even sure the nail polish would effectively stick to the contact paper. I'm hoping that if I don't like how it turns out or it doesn't hold up that I can just peel it off. My only concern is that the sticky stuff from the contact paper gets left on my battery.

For the record, I have used clear nail polish on my stainless eGo, not liked it, and used nail polish remover to take it back off. Doesn't seem to have negatively affected it

(I also tape off the button/connection area before doing any of these things)

 

[Bukket5]

I just worry about nail polish longevity. My nails chip within a day. I gave up on pretty nails after having kids. I can't help but think a lot of handling would chip it off.

I have an Ego battery that I painted with red glitter polish a year ago and there isn't a chip in it. I did 2 coats of polish and 1 coat of clear. It has been banged around and kept in a cup with other batteries. I just looked it over to be sure and there isn't a single chip.

 

[CandyTX]

vaping Dirty Horchata (yumminess!) from Vapor Girl with a Love Bunny tip. They were out of purple, but I'll be stalking for one to match my insane little set up here. LOL. Wrap by Jwrap on my Zmax mini.

 

[DancingHeretik]

Custom J-wraps.... Has anyone done it? My geek is shining through and I'm thinking of trying to make a TARDIS one, but wanted to know if anyone else had tried something similar... Wy reinvent the wheel if I don't have to?

Tardis BAD WOLF MVP | Vapor Skinz

Tardis MVP | Vapor Skinz

 

[Dynila]

scratched another eGo :-( Gave the one that was wire wrapped (sans wrap) to my husband to loan to a friend at work to try it out. I don't think I'm getting it back. Then scratched up my other red ego somehow, so... duct tape to the rescue! Now it matches my gear box since this is the same duct tape I used to cover the top of my too-manly tackle box. And if you're wondering about the mini protank... I LOVE it. Convenience of a stardust, durability of a protank. Yummy! My daughter says it doesn't count as being craft since I just coated it in tape...

 

[jlcarey03]

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scratched another eGo :-( Gave the one that was wire wrapped (sans wrap) to my husband to loan to a friend at work to try it out. I don't think I'm getting it back. Then scratched up my other red ego somehow, so... duct tape to the rescue! Now it matches my gear box since this is the same duct tape I used to cover the top of my too-manly tackle box. And if you're wondering about the mini protank... I LOVE it. Convenience of a stardust, durability of a protank. Yummy! My daughter says it doesn't count as being craft since I just coated it in tape...

Super cute! This may be a stupid question but does the duct tape come off OK? I'm looking for a way to do this so I can change it when I want a new look.

 

[charmschool]

Great work, every one. To weigh in on a few of the questions, nail polish usually works pretty well, but if you want to remove it, acetone will likely ruin any pre-painted finish. In other words, safe to do on stainless steel, chrome, un-anodized aluminum only. However, you've always got the option to use a wrap, so particularly if your original finish is getting scratched, or you're not using an expensive mod because it's ugly (DB), I say go for it. As to duct tape, I haven't seen it cause any problems, and any adhesive residue can be removed with plain ole rubbing alcohol.

Now, to show off my latest:


Sigelei Zmax mini (from SJ's last co-op), Unique Tank (from our Catcat), Bedazzle frosted tube. The "wrap" is clear contact paper I ran through the laser color copier at work, using an image I found online & altered a bit (to avoid any copyright infringement). I don't think the ink is going to hold up, but will continue to experiment & post my findings here.

 

[daleron]

Super cute! This may be a stupid question but does the duct tape come off OK? I'm looking for a way to do this so I can change it when I want a new look.

I've used the craft duct tape on some of mine, it come's off fine with no residue

 

[daleron]

I used nail polish and nail stickers on my eGo. So far it's held up pretty good and hasn't chipped. I know some of the other gals use a coating that cures under a UV light, but I've been spending too much money on vape gear to get it.
Here's my eGo painted with a Color Club Halo Hue.

This is so pretty, that's some very neat work you did there

 

[peraspera]

Great work, every one. To weigh in on a few of the questions, nail polish usually works pretty well, but if you want to remove it, acetone will likely ruin any pre-painted finish. In other words, safe to do on stainless steel, chrome, un-anodized aluminum only. However, you've always got the option to use a wrap, so particularly if your original finish is getting scratched, or you're not using an expensive mod because it's ugly (DB), I say go for it. As to duct tape, I haven't seen it cause any problems, and any adhesive residue can be removed with plain ole rubbing alcohol.

Cooking oil is great for removing stubborn residual adhesive if alcohol doesn't get it all. Also, I just tried testing some acetone (nail polish remover) on one of my black Twists that has that cushiony black stuff on it. I don't know if nail polish would stick well to it but I just checked and the acetone doesn't melt the black stuff like is does with some plastic.

Now, to show off my latest:

Sigelei Zmax mini (from SJ's last co-op), Unique Tank (from our Catcat), Bedazzle frosted tube. The "wrap" is clear contact paper I ran through the laser color copier at work, using an image I found online & altered a bit (to avoid any copyright infringement). I don't think the ink is going to hold up, but will continue to experiment & post my findings here.

Your ZMAX mini looks fabulous all dolled up. I always turn a bright shade of envious green whenever I see Unique/Bedazzle tanks. Sadly, I'm one of the "lucky" ones that can taste the polyfill in cartos so I have to content myself with oohing and ahhing over others' beauties.

The ink wore off pretty quickly for me when I used waterproof inkjet printable vinyl. I've since used the clear vinyl I got in a Papillo vinyl sample pack which works perfectly to protect the printed image. I've also used the laminate stuff they sell at office supply places to protect the card stock I used to cover the cigar boxes I use for juice storage but haven't tried it on a PV yet.

I've not ordered from them yet but I've seen Expressions Vinyl recommended on two or three electronic cutting machine forums. They sell vinyl by the sheet. Search for laminate for if you want to try something to protect your lovely ZMAX wrap.

 

[Ken_A]

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... My daughter says it doesn't count as being craft since I just coated it in tape...

Looks craft-like to me! Your daughter probably doesn't know how to be a critic, just critical.
Tell her that the first thing you do is say "I like it!"
Second say at least two things you like about it
Third. Stop talking at that point.

You don't encourage people by telling them what is wrong with their art, you encourage them by encouraging them.
Drawering with Mr. Dawson - YouTube
And
Mr. Dawson Drawers a Skele-train! - YouTube


Oh, yes I almost forgot to tell you that I like it!
Love how you got those diamond shapes orientated and your choice in colored tape.

 

[DancingHeretik]

OK. If duct tape counts, here's mine. It's pink zebra-stripe on a Maxi RoughStack.

In spite of the imperfections, it's fun and doesn't really look so bad as long as you don't look too close.

 

[daleron]

OK. If duct tape counts, here's mine. It's pink zebra-stripe on a Maxi RoughStack.

In spite of the imperfections, it's fun and doesn't really look so bad as long as you don't look too close.

It count's in my book!

 

[Ken_A]

Mine too. If they can make wallets and shoes out of the stuff, anyone can make a wrap out of one. The stripes look great!

 

[LaurAnnHere]

How does it not count as a craft? You repurposed an item and used it to doctorate an object. That is definitely crafty.

 

[Katdarling]

Pardon me a bit of an intrusion, but I like it girly as it gets... dontcha know




Girls nite out.


Meet Ms. Fleur de Ego... ready to vape, French style...

Next we've got the cheap redhead... even a bit of plastic looks good with a bit of bling...

Lastly, ... ahhh, Ms. B Box, dripping with sweet, simple Elegance...








Thank you to Angel's Heavenly Designs for these most wonderful creations and adding a bit of brilliance to my girls!

 

[dragonbone]

How AWESOME! Thanks for sharing Katdarling! BTW, I am so jealous of your Billet Box .

 

[dragonbone]

Glass drip tips by Essiemessy & Teena .

 

[Vwls]

OK not pink at all, but girly and fashionable... this is my "ready to leave for work" pic:

 

[Qmclement]

Here's my "little" collection