DIY iPhone Cover + Free Printables!

I'll start this post off by mentioning that I don't own an iPhone. But I know that many of you do. I've been wanting to create some printables for a while now but wasn't sure on what to make until I stumbled across a post on Pinterest. I've only created 3 so far, but if you like them please let me know and I'll be happy to design some more!

Here's what you need to create your own iPhone case:-

*Print out of iPhone cover - you can download my designs here.

*Clear iPhone case - you can pick these up on eBay here.

*Scissors.

*Pencil.

Step One

Trim around the edge of your chosen design.

Step Two

Using your clear cover as a guide, trace the hole of the camera onto the design.

Step Three

Trim. To get you started, you can use a hole punch or pierce carefully with a pencil.

Step Four

Place the design into your cover and click onto your iPhone!

You can visit Jones Design Company to see images of how your finished design will look as well as download her printable case designs.

Easy as pie. Give me a shout if you give them a go!

Blog Designs

Over the past few months I've been dabbling in a bit of blog designing. I've been working with digital graphics since I was about 11 (remember good ol' Piczo?) and now that I have a feel of how long the process takes etc., I'm going to start charging for anyone who'd like a design.

The following rate includes installation, and if you do decide that you'd like a design (contact me at amy@paintpotted.co.uk) I will send out a list of questions in order for me to know exactly what you want. A few different designs will then be sent out for you to confirm which you like best and if you'd like any adjustments and once you've chosen what you want I will install the design on a test blog and invite you to view it.

Full Blog Design:

Includes blog header, background, post title backgrounds, header graphics, nav bar graphics, custom favicon, social media icons & blog button - £17.00

Please let me know if you'd like me to work on something for you, and any extra information required will be sent via email.

(For reference, all graphics etc. seen on PaintPotted were designed by myself. I have also recently redesigned Chloe's blog here).

Neon Nails with L'Oreal

L'Oreal Colour Riche Neon Pop Collection - £4.99 each*

You can imagine my surprise when a huge box turned up at my door with a "Bubblegum Balloons" label stuck on it. "I haven't ordered any balloons..." I thought to myself, but as it turns out it was actually a gift from L'Oreal Paris accompanied by their new Neon Pop nail polish collection.

The shades in the collection just scream Summer, with quite a diverse range of tropical colours including a white base to really make them stand out. There are eight colours altogether, but these are the ones I received.

Wasabi Hint

Probably my favourite out of the four, Wasabi Hint is what I can only describe as a different shade of green.  It's not light enough to be described as a mint green, not dark enough to be forest green. I don't have anything like it! The formula is impeccable and is opaque in one coat.

Banana Pop

Yellows are really not my best friend when it comes to nail polish, but this may have just changed my mind. A bright yellow, Banana Pop is reminiscent of ripe bananas and really packs a punch on the nails. It's almost opaque in one coat but is slightly streaky, so two is best for this one.

Flashing Lilac

More in-your-face fuchsia than lilac, this one surprised me. It dries to a jelly-like formula and sets it apart from the others. It's a little sheer even with two coats, but can be built up easily as it's fast drying. 

Acid Watermelon

What's a neon collection without a bright pink, eh? I wasn't expecting to like this one as I prefer pastel pinks, but I do. It really pops on the nails compared to in the bottle and I can see this being a favourite for a lot of people. As with Wasabi Hint and Banana Pop, it's opaque in two coats.

Overall the Neon Pop collection has seriously impressed me despite not being the most neon of polishes, and wouldn't hesitate to purchase from the Colour Riche line. I have no complaints regarding the formula, and the thicker brush makes application quick and easy. The collection is available to purchase now from Boots and Superdrug. I'm already eyeing up more shades!