Not too much more of an explanation needed after title, I guess 
And on with the photos!
I don’t have any secret methods for my striping tape manicures – but, for those who are having a bit of a hard time with too much polish on the second coat (over the tape) or bleeding (polish, not blood! ) so the lines are not crisp….I have come to the conclusion, that the only way I – personally – can get nice sharp, crisp lines ….is to sponge the second coat on.
While not a “secret method” – I guess I will call it a variation on how to do it 
It seems to leave it flatter (without the grooves left behind from the tape) – and with less polish being applied, there is very little chance that the polish will bleed under the tape.
Of course, there is always a chance I am the only one who had these problems…..I have been known to not be the brightest bulb, at times lol So….whatever works best for you.
Have a good one! Day, night, afternoon – wherever you are!
Love this so cute
Do you just cut thin strips of scotch tape or do you have those already thin tapes if so where did you get them from? 
This mani was striping tape (http://www.tmart.com/Nail-Art-Decorations/Style–Nail-Art-Striping-Line/) – but I’ve used scotch tape as well. I guess it depends on the look you are going for
Oh wow sponging does it? I need to give that a try. I peel the tape off before the lacquer dried totally, but I do not peel it of when the lacquer is still freshly wet, that give indeed a messy job. Nice done Mommy!
I am all about making things easier! The technique the “pros” use was just a hot mess when I did it – so, why not sponging?
Very futuristic!
Wow I never thought of sponging it on definitely going to try this out! Also I have nominated you for a sunshine award! Enjoy! http://9to5nails.wordpress.com/2013/01/05/sunshine-award-nomination/
You’re too sweet – thank you!!
And, yes – definitely try sponging
So much easier…unless you are an expert with striping tape, which I certainly am not 
It’s not just you, I’ve found that sponging gives me clean lines, ith a brush I just end up globbing polish everywhere and it bleeds and makes a horrible mess.
That is a gorgeous mani, I lovethe Nfu Oh polish
Thank goodness it’s not just me
I keep reading that the trick is “peel the tape off while the polish is still wet”…..if only it was that easy! lol