Sneak Peek!

Hello!

SNEAK PEEK! This is I'm Just a Baby - a purple holo loaded with bronze fleck shimmer.
Pix can't do this one justice, it's drop dead gorgeous in person!
From our upcoming BROAD CITY inspired collection.

And just for fun...

 Double stamped fancy floral!
I used PUEEN Cosmetics Encore plates for the swirls in Maybelline Bold Gold and the flowers in Konad Gold Black. Love how this turned out!

See ya soon!

L

Which do you prefer?

Hello!

So I did some simple tropical stamping over Allan Gardens Affair.

It looks great, but I bore easily! To up the vintage, well-worn tropical print vibe I decided to add a bit more colour - nfu-oh jelly syrups in yellow and pale green.

I topped it off with Essie Matte About You.

Which do you guys like better?!?

-L

Works in Progress

Hello!

In this post I will be sharing the last 2 of the 4 shades from upcoming SPRING FLING collection.
I haven't had time for proper swatches yet, but I'm dying to show these off!

so heeeeeeeere we go........

In Bloom from the SPRING FLING Collection

I dare you to tell me this doesn't scream spring to you! A glorious mix of pastel dots in blue, peach, yellow and lavender, three sizes of white hexes, a sprinkle of small green hexes and a dash silver microglitter. It reminds me of a spring bouquet or a basket of easter eggs. So cute!

Tempts Are Rising from the SPRING FLING Collection

Ok, so my apologies for the not so great pic - but I tells ya my camera hates capturing holo!!
This is our first true linear holographic shade. Our previous holos have a glow, this one has a flame.
Hot fuchsia to match your spring fever!

These shades will be debuted at KUUMBA, an Afro-Latin cultural festival happening here in Toronto at Harbourfront Centre. They will be available at our Etsy store next week.

-L

Sneak Peek for Spring 2015

Hello!

Sorry for the long absence. Between holidays, new jobs, new endeavors and all other kinds of life obstacles, it's been hard to keep this updated - but never fear!

We've been in the lab, cooking up some hot new stuff for Spring 2015!
Here's a quick look at 2 of the 4 shades from our upcoming SPRING FLING Collection.

First up, LESS DRESSED.

Less Dressed from the SPRING FLING Collection

I adore this unique shade of blush-mauve with a gorgeous holographic glow. In some light the gold shimmer really warms the color, and in other light cooler undertones come out to play. This is the pink cousin to one of our best sellers, Flaunt It!

Allan Gardens Affair from the SPRING FLING Collection

Allan Gardens Affair, a tropical green with a subtly shifting shimmer. The shimmer looks golden most of the time, but flashes coppery pink at the right angles, giving off a beautiful warm glow. This got me a lot of compliments at work!

These shades will be debuted this weekend at KUUMBA, an Afro-Latin cultural festival at Harbourfront Centre here in Toronto.They will be available at our Etsy shop next week!

-L

TORONTO POP UP!

HEYO

 

We are so excited about this Pop Up! So many original, and one of a kind products, all by local artisans - and yes! a nail art bar!
Come through!

-L

Canadian Cottage Scene

Hello!

More wintry themes from me!

I started with a base of Quo by Orly Prepster for the sky, Canvas lacquer Polar Bear Dip for the frozen skating pond, Elevation Polish Alpine Heights (Carlit) for the trees, Nails Inc Oxford St for the cabin with just a hint of bondi nyc Chasing the Sun for the warm glow through the window, a combo of CoverGirl Silver Lining and Sally Hansen Whiteout for the all the snow and smoke out of the chimney, then topped everything off with Canvas' Winter of '99 for the snow falling. Konad Gold Black for added depth. Phew! All freehand.

Let me do your nails next Saturday! Come by 224 Wallace Ave, Unit 104 on Dec 6 for our Pop Up event!

-L

Killer Customs!

Hello!

Our incredibly supportive friend is turning the big three-oh!

To celebrate we decided to make some cheeky customs that highlight her sense of humour.
No Pants No Problem is an intensely sparkly raspberry loaded with gold holographic shimmer.
Swipe Right is a bright blue packed with gold glitter and more holo dust! 

We at CANVAS really do love to make polishes from things that inspire us, and making custom shades for someone can sometimes be challenging, but it's so rewarding to truly make something bespoke and special.

The holidays are coming so if you want to treat someone, or yourself (!), to a custom lacquer, please contact us sooner than later to ensure your order is on time. Anyone in the local area is welcome to pick up their purchases at our pop-up event on Dec 6 - you could even get your nails did with your custom that day by 10/10 Nail Design.

It's like win, win, win no matter what! (Didn't think you'd find T-Pain quotes on this blog, didja?!?)

See you soon!

-L

Meet Aunt Opal - Sneak Peek!

Hello!

Time for another preview of polish to come! The second installment to our Vintages collection is Aunt Opal - so classic!

Aunt Opal by CANVAS lacquer

This is a clear based topper that can turn almost any existing shade into an extraordinary opalescent gem for your nails! It's full of multi-coloured subtly shifting flakies, small iridescent hexes and a smidgeon of rainbow holographic shimmer.
I'm sure we all know someone that only wears sheer, mother of pearl type shades, so even the most conservative of lacquerists can wear this - might look actually kinda cool on a bare nail - not that I would know - can never go nekkie! ha!

This will be released with The Good Silver and one more shade (it's still under wraps right now!) in the coming weeks.

Don't forget about our pop-up event Dec 6 for all you local peeps!

-L

Sneak Peek - The Good Silver (and winter is coming!)

Hello!

So many exciting things brewing at the CANVAS lacquer labs!

We'll be releasing a Vintages Collection made up of 3 shades that we will also be using in collaboration with Keepsake Jewellery!

The Good Silver by CANVAS lacquer

I just die! All the fashion blogs are calling grey the IT shade this season so naturally y'all NEED this perfect neutral. Our version is smokey and shimmery, cool yet cozy.
I'm wearing three thin coats, if you have shorter nails you may only need two. I'm wearing top coat on my RING FINGER ONLY so you can see it already has a lovely finish on its own, but like any other polish, you'll want to top coat to if you're trying to maximize wear time.

And since this is such a perfectly wintry shade, here's a bonus shot of The Good Silver as the base for one coat of Winter of '99.

It catches the light so beautifully! This is the only type of snow storm I can enjoy!

-L

Introducing One Of A Kind Section

Hello!

Today I'm introducing the One Of A Kind section of our Etsy store!

Sometimes when we're testing and creating new shades, we come up with something great that, for various reasons, can't be reproduced en mass.
We still think these are lovely lacquers that could use a forever home, so we'll be listing these one-of-a-kind bottles at the store and bringing them to our local events.

Here's a quick look at a couple of these shades:

Winter Green - very aptly named, this is a white crelly loaded with different sizes and shades of green glitters. This reminds us of a snow covered pine forest.

Lilac Luster - a beautiful pale purple full of icy blue shimmer and an ethereal soft holo glow.

More additions to come! Favorite our store on Etsy to stay updated - these are one of a kind so once they're gone, they're gone for good!

-L

Bling It On

Hello!

We're getting into the spirit of things with the release of this super sparkly gold glitter topper.
The complexity and depth of this lacquer is impossible to capture in pictures, but the holo and metallic catch so much light you won't stop staring at your nails!

ALL.GOLD.EVERYTHING.

This is now available at our Etsy store!

-L

Triple CANVAS Gradient!

Hello!

This gradient uses all 3 of our soft holographic shades. It's beautiful and I am so proud to say that these are our lacquers!!

CANVAS x 3

This is Flaunt It! Hand of the King and Polar Bear Dip.

aaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhh! love it!
I was initially going for something more tribal print, and I think I may have possibly achieved that had I stamped with black. Obviously going with the white gives it a wintery holiday sweater/tights kinda vibe. Yes, a bit early - but I don't care cuz I luuurrvs it anywayzzz
This image is from BundleMonster 102 and I used Rica Whiteout. I'm finding this polish much easier to use than my Konad White!!!

These 3 shades are all available at our Etsy store right now!

-L

Facebook and Flea!

Hello!

I know, I know - we probably should have done it ages ago, but finally - CANVAS lacquer has a facebook page!
Please like us. We'll be your best friends.

And for those of you in the Toronto area, please come check us out at the Annex Flea on Sunday, October 26th at the CSI building at 720 Bathurst St (just south of Bloor). Not only will there be polish deals, but we'll also be showcasing our collabs with Keepsake Jewellery and 10/10 Nail Design. Here's a taste!

CANVAS x KEEPSAKE

CANVAS x KEEPSAKE

CANVAS x 10/10

CANVAS x 10/10

So in conclusion - come visit us on the interwebs on Facebook, and then IRL at the Annex Flea on Sunday Oct 26.

See you soon!

-L

Winter of '99 - CANVAS the City

Hello!

Do you love sneak peeks as much as I do?!

Here's a look at a soon-to-be-released glitter topper we're working on.

Stay tuned!

-L

Polar Bear Dip - CANVAS the City

Hello!

Check out these awesome swatches of our just released POLAR BEAR DIP.
Available at our Etsy store now!

Direct light

Diffused light

Each photo is two easy coats, no top coat. I find topcoat (seche vite) does dull the holo glow a tiny bit, but it also deepens the shade and really makes the shimmer pop.

Obviously we love all our creations, but wow, I am so head over heels for this one!

-L

You CAN Keep It! Collab with Keepsake Jewellery

Hello!

Exciting news - we are collaborating again!
Not only are we available on acrylics for 10/10 Nail Design, we are also available on unique, handmade rings.

Keepsake x CANVAS Yorkville Splurge

We teamed up with our friend and colleague Deborah Kanfer from Keepsake Jewellery. She creates handmade pieces featuring her own fine art photography. We both find a lot of inspiration here in Toronto, so we make a perfect pairing.

Keepsake x CANVAS Winterfell & Caribana Parade

These one-of-a-kind pieces will soon be available at both of our Etsy stores. We will also be at the Annex Flea on October 26th for any of those who are in the Toronto area.

-L

10/10 Nail Design X Mother of Dragons

Hello!

Do you love nail polish but can't grow long nails? Or maybe you're looking for that perfect something to add to your costume - or maybe you just wanna love the spirit of the season all month long...
Whatever your reason, you can now have a CANVAS lacquer Mother of Dragons almond manicure in minutes!

There is a set with silver scales and a set without scales available now at my bigcartel site.

I'll be adding tons more seasonal sets to the store soon - including some GLOW IN THE DARK set painted with CANVAS lacquer Beyond the Wall.

-L

CANVAS the City Fall/Winter Previews!

Hello!

We have been brainstorming/working like crazy and will be restocking sold out shades and releasing new shades very soon!

Here's a sneak peek at two shades for Fall/Winter.

Harbourfront Skate Night is our first black and our first flakie lacquer! There's a ton of subtly shifting flakies of all shades, and just a hint of white microglitter - like the reflection of stars on the black ice! We are so in love with this for winter.

Next we have an awesome glitter topper. This is Yorkville Splurge - a unique combination of matte white and blue hexes, copper hexes, rose gold squares and a good dose of holo dust. We've layered it over a smokey grey that we're working on (more on that to come!) and then over plain black.
Treat yo'self to this one!

Rather than releasing all 6 shades at once we will be trickling them out. Nuit Blanche All Nighter was the first release and is available here.

Look out for tons more stuff from us soon!

-L

Introducing 10/10 Nail Design!

Hello!

A little something different today...

My nail art is now for sale! 10/10 Nail Design is my new start up that will be selling sets of hand painted acrylic nails. I will be offering a huge variety of looks, shapes and lengths... eventually!
The shop is live but still under constant construction - you can check out my first few offerings at 1010naildesign.bigcartel.com

This is also now the identity I will use as a nail artist. Yes, you can hire me to get yo nails did!!!
Contact me at 1010naildesign@gmail.com

There will definitely be plenty of CANVAS lacquer collabs, but I'll be using lots of different polishes, both and indie and major, and using lots of different nail art techniques and accessories.

Both CANVAS lacquer and 10/10 Nail Design will be at the Annex Flea, October 6th at the Centre for Social Innovation on Bathurst. Our collaborative collection with Keepsake Jewellery will be featured at our tables - such perfect gift ideas!  Further details to come soon!

Here's a galaxy set that's available for sale now:

If you follow CANVAS on Instagram for the nail art, please follow me @1010naildesign to keep seeing all the art details!

Thanks for everyone's support!!!

-L

NEW! Nuit Blanche All Nighter

Now available on our Etsy page!

This is a purple jelly packed with turquoise holographic microglitter, tiny white hexes, a sprinkling of charcoal holographic and large ocean blue hexes.

AN ART PARTY FOR YOUR NAILS!

Stay tuned for more releases from our CANVAS the City Fall/Winter Collection, as well as a few seasonal duos!

-L