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Meet the Anglesey nail pro transforming trainers using nail art products

By Rebecca Hitchon | 4 February 2025

“Nail art techniques can be applied in a variety of ways: from customising trainers to dolls, jewellery and even tip jars,” shares Sophie Pritchard, founder of Creative Claws salon and training academy. The North Wales-based nail tech was first encouraged by her husband to transfer her nail art skills to…

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45 Valentine’s French manicures you’ll fall in love with

By Scratch Staff | 4 February 2025

Opt for a romantic twist on the classic French, complete with red, pink and plenty of hearts for Valentine’s Day. Check out our roundup of chic designs below…

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Top reasons to enter nail competitions & expert tips for success

By Guest Writer | 3 February 2025

Esteemed beauty business expert & CEO of PHAB Service Stars, Nergish Wadia-Austin, shares advice for budding nail competitors… The nail industry is vibrant, with competitions like the Scratch Stars Awards and Nailympia showcasing the best in creativity and artistry. Prestigious events like these are essential for any nail technician wishing…

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Scratch Stars 2015: The Judging Days

By Helena Biggs | 7 March 2015

Take a peek at the photos from the Scratch Stars judging days, at which techs and businesses battled it out at LCBT to be crowned winner of their category.

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The Scratch Stars Party 2014

By Helena Biggs | 7 June 2014

All the snaps from the Scratch Stars Party at Cafe de Paris, London – hosted by TV’s Rick Edwards.

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Scratch Stars 2014: The Judging Days

By Helena Biggs | 7 March 2014

Peruse the photos taken at LCBT, London, as techs challenges themselves and created a stunning set of nails in one hour to a given brief in the Scratch Stars Awards final.

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The Scratch Stars Party 2013

By Helena Biggs | 7 June 2013

Hosted by Joe Swash, the Scratch Stars Party recognised the amazing achievements of individuals and salons in the nail industry in 2013.

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Scratch Stars 2013: The Judging Days

By Helena Biggs | 7 March 2013

Finalists in the Scratch Stars Awards 2013 take to their nail desks & compete in their category to be awarded a Scratch Star. Take a look at the photos from the two judging days…

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The Scratch Stars Party 2012

By Helena Biggs | 20 May 2012

Check out the snaps from the first Scratch Stars Party – in 2012 – hosted by Dan Lobb and recognising excellence in the nail industry.

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