Got my rook, flat, forward helix, and both upper lobes pierced at Skin & Soul. I love their…read moreattention to detail and safety precautions. I had to separate out the piercings into two separate appointments a month apart to ease into them, but glad I did because the swelling might've been too intense. Highly recommend Skin & Soul for all your piercing needs!

Outstanding! Front…read moreof house staff were warm and accommodating, super knowledgeable and happy to answer any questions. The space feels very professional, a lot of light, and feels very clean. Liam was sensational, but any worries at ease, and is beyond versed at their craft. Highly recommend for piercings! As for value, we thought it was going to be more expensive than an other studio we'd previously used, and we were happy and ready to pay the extra, but in the end it ended up being the same! Thank you Marz as well, and the other front of house staff member, who's name i didn't catch; you were beyond kind and helpful for our visit. We look forward to using you again in the future, and recommending you to any friends or family that want a positive piercing experience!

Service was exceptional as they were friendly and made my daughter feel so special and safe. She's…read more4 and even though she was extremely brave she was nervous and they were so sweet to her that she wasn't phased. Very pricey though and not much of a selection for earrings but these days, service lacks everywhere so I appreciate when the customer service is top tier!

Grace was fantastic. She was helpful and made the process great! Highly recommend if you're looking…read moreto get a piercing.

Tai-Li fit me in for a same day industrial bar piercing. She was great - consultation, performance,…read moreand outcome. I got a second industrial bar, same ear. She was fantastic. The shop was cute and does both piercings/tattoos. Highly recommend and will visit again.

Amazing service and very clean! I had a great experience and the whole piercing process was very…read moreaffordable.

My daughter took me here for my first tattoo for my birthday…read more Pete was my tattoo artist, he was very mindful of making sure I had eaten first and recommended I eat beforehand while he drew up the design. The design was awesome, he did amazing work. I absolutely loved my first tattoo and I'm already planning my next one. My daughter and I are going back next week for matching tattoos!

I saw Joshua Sharpe for my tattoo, and I'm sorry to say he did a very inadequate job and was rather…read moreunprofessional. He misaligned my tattoo and shaded it in a way that made the piece morph together rather than capture the detail. I actually had to go see an enhancement artist after the session and chose not to finish the piece with him. Also, throughout the session he was very distracted and even took a moment to smoke his weed pen right in front of me then get back to work. Unprofessional and poor job unfortunately.

SXX8K I8 P``1`I wanted a tattoo to honor my wife of 65 yrs,…read morewho is now deceased. At 90 years old, I was told the skin gets thin and it's very difficult to get a crisp tattoo. I came to the area to visit family and noticed they all had tattoos. I mentioned to them I wanted a tattoo (at 90 years) old. They all said Tony from Ink illusions in Kirkland would look at me and let me know if I was eligible or not. Tony said he would design a small one to go on my arm. I got it done and I am extremely happy with the outcome. Also, very grateful that he took the time for a consultation. Thanks, Ink illusions,=c=-=09ugglp.;;g` Joe R

I have gone to Ink Illusions for the past few years and have always had Ted as my artist. He is…read moreamazing. I love my tattoos! Hopefully I'll have him draw one that isn't for one of my animals that I've had to euthanize... he's an amazing artist and super nice! Very creative! My tattoos always heal nicely without any issues.

I just needed a simple piercing, just an additional hole with a simple earring and I wasn't sure…read morewhat kind of service I would receive at a place I've never been before. It was so amazing and I was so impressed. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted in a very nice way, my needs were heard and respected, and, oh my, what a selection of different jewelry they have to pick from, very impressive! Adam did my ear piercing and listened to where I wanted the new piercing and Adam double checked before we proceeded with the piercing. But what most impressed me was how he prioritized Sanitation. I think he must have changed his gloves four times after he touched every item needed for the process. He explained aftercare very well. Checkout was wonderful too, they made sure that I knew how to contact them at any time if I had any other questions or concerns after the fact. Oh, and they made sure I knew what the end cost would be even before the actual piercing so there are no surprises at checkout.

I had a really smooth experience with getting my lobes pierced by Jason. I also loved the…read moredecor/vibes of the shop. The 3-star is because of the cold front desk service (around 5 on 7/10). The person behind the desk wasn't too interested in helping me when I was trying to select my earrings, and he even made snarky comments when I was expressing my opinion to a friend while trying to pick which color. I was excited to finally get my ears pierced, and I was quite disappointed to be met with indifference. In fact, I felt a bit rushed in picking the jewelry so that our interaction would end. It didn't ruin my entire experience since the other employees were professional and friendly, but it was mildly infuriating. I would still recommend coming here, since the piercing itself was efficient.

I've been coming to Slave to the Needle since around 2017 early 2018 and have had a lot of work…read moredone through the shop over the years -- enough to know the difference between a good experience and an exceptional one. During that time I've never actually written a review before, but my recent sessions with Tim Bradley (aka Mean Ole Tim) at the Wallingford location deserve one. Tim has been an absolute standout. He's not just a skilled tattooer -- he's an artist and professional in the truest sense. His ability to translate an idea into something that feels both deeply personal and beautifully cohesive is unreal. He recently completed a full torso panel of my German shepherd, Stryder, in an Irezumi-inspired style, as well as two custom hand pieces -- and every step of the process was collaborative, thoughtful, and executed with precision. What I appreciate most is Tim's mix of humility, humor, and quiet confidence. He listens, gives honest feedback, and works with a level of care that shows in every line and aspect of the piece. The end result isn't just cool ink -- it's art that carries weight, intention, and soul. After nearly a decade with STTN, I can say this has been one of my best experiences yet. If you're looking for someone who genuinely gives a damn about both the craft and the client, Tim's your guy.

Camy did a superb job on my water dragon. I would like to be more confident in competitive swimming…read moreand felt the desire to be like a water dragon and asked the tattoo place to come up with a tattoo on my arm. Camy volunteered and she did it vibrantly with her works of blues and fine lines. This is my first tattoo and I couldn't be more pleased with it. Thank you Camy. I love it!

My husband & I are SO HAPPY we chose Mammoth Tattoo for our anniversary tattoo! The overall vibe of…read morethe place is super cool. The walls are covered with flash art and we both chose pieces that were on their walls & in their flash books. I loved the music they had playing and the overall ambience of the place. The bathroom was clean & also well decorated. This entire place is very clean & well-organized. We were both tattooed by their apprentice Hannah. She's only been tattooing for 2 years and it is very evident that she has a very bright & fruitful future ahead of her! Aside from her tattoo skill, she is super nice, has great energy, and a great conversationalist! At no point during our time did I feel awkward or uncomfortable (which I tend to feel sometimes in social situations). She placed both of our stencils perfectly on the first attempt and made sure we were 100000% satisfied with it before starting the process. Before starting my tattoo, I told her about my nearly non-existent pain tolerance and advised her of what my tattoo safe word was lol. She is not heavy handed (no shade to artists that are heavy handed) and ensured to check-in with my husband & I periodically throughout the process to make sure we were both still doing okay. I've been very skeptical about getting a lady's face on my body since I've seen many botched faces but Hannah gave me the prettiest & cutest face I could've asked for! I've also seen plenty of botched American traditional eagle pieces and to say she NAILED IT is simply an understatement. My husband & I were both done in 4 hours and the price was extremely fair. We have already determined that we will be returning to her for our upcoming anniversary tattoos. Also, after the tattoo, Hannah offered us hot compresses. I've gotten tattooed at plenty of places in the past and have never had a hot compress. Let me tell you!!! The hot compress was life changing and felt like a nice warm hug on your tattoo. She informed us that it helped with the swelling & healing process and I can definitely tell a difference! I will never decline a hot compress moving forward haha. When we were there, we got to meet the other artist Andrew, who is also Hannah's mentor. He had great vibes & was a great conversationalist as well. We got to see his finished piece on someone else and it was DOPE! When we were done with our tattoos, she had Andrew look at both of them and received his seal of approval. If you have a chance to swing by Mammoth and get tattooed by either one of them, you will not regret it!

I've been coming to Mammoth for over a year now. This is my go to place whenever I want a new…read moretattoo. I always see Andrew, the shop owner, and he's fantastic. Andrew is so patient and answers every question I have about the design, placement, and size in a way that allows me to see the vision and also provide clarity when needed. Andrew is incredibly talented and can do any type of tattoo. I have also really appreciated how honest he is when I ask for feedback on what an idea would look like several years from now. I've had a few ideas of how I want tattoos to look and Andrew always gets the vision right on the first try. Andrew tends to be very available and is very speedy. I'm normally in and out within 30-45 min max. The pricing is also super reasonable. The vibe of the studio is great. The artists love to have fun and joke around with their clients and one another. The building itself is a tad space restricted but they always find a way to make room. Definitely check out Andrew at Mammoth for your next tattoo!

I had gotten a permanent bracelet from another place and wanted to get a second. This place had…read morepositive reviews, so I reached out to the number to see about availability. The person who was checking the texts was responsive, and I eventually made an appointment. The day of my appointment, I waited to be let into the shop (since it's by appointment only) and while it was nice to have a private experience, it was a little strange to just be sitting in an office building waiting to be seen/let in. Once inside, I was able to select a bracelet I liked and was happy with how it looked, and the person who helped me was great. I was pleased with the experience and interaction, and super happy with the way the bracelet looked...but it wasn't permanent or even close. It didn't even last six months and it cost more than the first bracelet I had (which, by the way, I have now had on my wrist for 2.5 years). I reached out to the studio to ask about getting it re-attached and no one ever responded. I have since gotten another bracelet elsewhere but was thinking about my experience from years ago here and was so disappointed by their poor workmanship and customer service that I felt I needed to share.

A friend recommended to me, a new charm bar spot that is perfect for an activity with friends so I…read moredecided to book an appointment for one of my friend's birthday. The website reservation system was a bit tricky to navigate but they were super responsive on instagram when I messaged them to make a group reservation. The building is located by crossroads and their space is on the second floor. The charm bar is across the hall from the permanent jewelry lounge. It's a small but comfortable and cozy space for a small group but I can imagine it being more chaotic with larger/multiple groups at once. It's $75+ tax for a bracelet with up to 7 charms or necklace with 5 charms. You can mix and match with most charms and any additional ones are an additional add on price. Me and my friends were super indecisive so we took a long time to pick out our charms. The girls were so sweet and patient with us. We ended up wandering over to the permanent jewelry side across the hall. Overall, we had such a good time making bracelets and although it is a bit of a pricey activity, it was definitely time well spent. I'd be interested in coming back to get a permanent jewelry piece. Highly recommend!

I saw LJ for a nose piercing and some jewelry. He's a pro and did a great job. Fern helped me find…read morea perfect ring. They were both very nice, helpful and kind.

Miss Bella was fabulous from our first email. Responsive, cool, and super talented, she was quite…read moreserious about getting my feedback and talking through our plan before we ever got started. I love the atmosphere in the studio, very open, clean, and again, private rooms that give you the opportunity to spread out and be comfy. Did I mention the reception desk? The young dude up front was so good, thoughtful, helpful. I will definitely come back to Bella in the future.