Wanted to get a piercing for my birthday last year and only heard good things about this place…read more They are located in a small plaza so the parking is pretty easy! I just walked in, and they were able to get me in. When you arrive, be aware they are cash only there is an ATM inside incase you don't have cash! You are also greeted by the cutest shop pup ;) The girl that did my piercing was really nice and did a great job! I unfortunately had to go back two times after, and they were amazing every time due to my own fault. I had to take out piercing due to sleeping on it! However, I would go back in a heartbeat to get the other side done!

I had a, um, piercing emergency and needed help immediately. I called Mermaid's Mark and they told…read moreme to come right down. I was there within 20 minutes and they fixed me right up. And then didn't even want to charge me (I tipped, of course). I'm leaving a review because (1) they were super nice and (2) the studio itself is gorgeous.

Ian did my tattoo last week and it's beautiful! Im back less than a week later for 2 more. The…read morefirst one was from Ray LaMontagne's album cover, "Trouble." I can't figure out how to post it. The artists here are great and talented. Thanks Ian! You're the best!

Hope did amazing, overall great experience for 2 tattoos ive been dying to get for a while nowread more

My friend and I went to get matching helix piercings and Gep was so nice and professional! We both…read moreagreed that we will only go back to him for any future piercings. The place was very clean and it was a relaxed environment. I would recommend to anyone looking for a new piercing place!

Chris was the artist I was recommended. He was amazing and my tattoo is exactly what I wanted. I…read morelove it. The consult was quick and he took notes on the design and had great suggestions. He then scheduled the date for the application. It turned out beautiful he went over the after care to be sure that I understood everything before I left. Thanks Chris!

Professional and friendly staff, highly recommend them for piercings! I had my ears pierced and…read morethey were careful and communicated every step of the way. Making an appointment was simple and quick!

Come here to see Steve, leave with an awesome tattoo. It's that simple!…read more Everyone here is very friendly and I had a great experience. Will definitely be back.

So, my dumb butt lost my cartilage piercing stud and I needed a replacement. This place caught my…read moreeye because of the flawless reviews so we decided to stop in. Mind you, I'm vacationing here with the BF so I wanted to ensure my stubborn butt cartilage piercing wouldn't close up. Since we were in downtown Carlisle, the parking was on the street but wasn't busy. Thankfully, we were there when they opened at 12. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by all the gnarly art work and the this dope guy who asked how he could help. I told him my issue and he was helping alongside the assistance of who I believe is their residential piercer, Lexi. Lexi was able to hook me up with a flat back stud that matched my second cartilage piercing. She helped put it in and we were set to go. Pricing was decent and they were super sweet. Sadly, I was only in town for a short amount of time or else I would have gotten another piercing. Overall, loved this place. Kind people, fun environment and reasonable prices!

Lexi re-pierced my left ear which had closed about several months ago due to not wearing earrings…read moreon a regular basis. She did a great job, was very professional, and provided a very clean and sanitary environment. The price was affordable which included a pair of surgical steel earrings. Lexi was also very informative with the healing aftercare of the re-piercing along with an all-natural lotion. I loved the artistry shown thru-out the shop which demonstrated the artists talents. Thank you!

Liz Aulenbacher did SO good on my tattoo. i sent her my inspo pic for a tattoo i wanted to get for…read moremy son and she went above and beyond on her design for it. She walked me through the process and checked with me multiple different times on if i liked the design. I also wasn't sure where i wanted it placed and she helped me find a great spot for it. She talked to me the whole time, offered me a snack, and didn't make it feel rushed whatsoever. Even when i walked in everyone else made me feel welcome and helped me with the signing in process. i definitely recommend this place and to get your work done by Liz.

Full disclosure the work was done on my daughter, but I was a chaperone. This was my daughter's…read morefirst tattoo and a very sentimental piece. We booked with Liz through instagram. The process was smooth and simple. We showed up 10 minutes early and Liz was waiting. She and a gentleman tattoo artist greeted us and were both pleasant. We even had a little mishap coming in and everyone joked about it and made us feel more comfortable. We proceeded up to Liz's work space which was cute and quaint. She was very well organized and clean. We discussed placement and she helped my daughter make an educated decision. She asked about the meaning of the tattoo and we chatted the entire time. My daughter said she had a very light hand and is very happy with her new ink and is looking to book with Liz again in the future for her floral piece.

Erin had done a large tattoo on my thigh at this shop. The line work is extremely uneven and…read morecrooked throughout. Some lines are noticeably thicker than others, and it looks like the needle had gone too deep in several areas. Instead of clean, smooth lines, the tattoo appears shaky and poorly done. I understand that no tattoo is perfect, but this goes beyond minor imperfections. For something this large and permanent, I expected a much higher level of precision. I was there for many hours and spent hundreds of dollars to be left with a big embarrassment.

I had been planning on getting a cover up job for an old tattoo on my back for years-- and in the…read moreend decided to take the plunge-- with a little apprehension about how it would be. So-- I thought I'd tell you how it was-- in case you too are teetering on the edge of indecision and needed just a little push to compel you to take the plunge too. I worked with Mike Bradley-- and he was fantastic. I gave him two images that I liked, then he came up with an original work from those ideas-- and he is an artist-- with an artist's eye for detail and precision-- and in the end, the work was spectacular. In the end, the piece took about five hours. Needless to say, getting a larger tattoo means pain-- and I think I'd gone in underestimating just how important it is that the artist doing the work is personable and patient and thoughtful. Mike was all of these-- which took the edge off of the pain and made the time fly. So! If you're looking for quality and skill, I highly recommend Mike at 717 in Columbia. The place offers piercing and tattooing services, and jewelry as well. It's clean, and the staff is helpful and accommodating, and it's not too far off Route 30, and has cheap, metered street parking. And you know how it is: tattoos are a little like them Lay's potato chips-- it's really hard to stop at just one. When I went in I had no intention of getting more-- but now I'm reconsidering; I had such a positive experience, and I don't know that I can articulate just how much I love the piece that I will carry on my back for the rest of my days-- and I want more. So, if you were looking to support a locally owned business, and support our local artists, you should definitely check out 717.

Amazing shop! Artist are friendly and talented. I felt comfortable with the process, appreciated…read morethe welcoming and clean environment. Definitely will be my go to shop!

From the owner: Our studio, a modern approach to tattooing. We strive to provide a clean, well lit and friendly…read moreenvironment with private tattoo rooms and a skilled, experienced staff with male & female artists. All of our artists are Health Dept. approved, licensed & certified in cleaning and disinfection. We double sterilize all our equipment and never re-use needles. Our artists are trained to use sterile techniques and practice universal precautions.