Originally Posted by jaciqltznok
I keep mine coated with a solar gel....
I use a shellac substance... and FINALLY have decent nails that have been virtually indestructible for several years now! I love having pretty nails... don't keep them long, just pretty! and I do everything in them... I do use gloves when washing dishes, etc., but that's because my skin gets so dry... my profession requires frequent hand washing so I'm constantly applying moisturizer, too.
Now that I'm a beginner hand-quilter, I can see that I'll have to be careful in a few places, though...