just don't. i got a finger tat here with joe, line work wasn't good in the first place and in less than a month half of it was faded (that part is sorta expected, i have multiple tats including hand/finger ones so i understand that they hold ink differently). so i go in to get it touched up since i was told that i get a free touch up. im getting it done and half way through he TELLS me (doesn't ask beforehand) that he's using a thicker needle this time, which i didn't ask for, i simply asked him to go over the faded part. the moment it was finished it was clearly blown out and somehow the part that was faded the most was literally still faded. afterwards he told me id have to pay for any more touch ups even though it had only been a couple weeks and half of it was gone (which is fine because i wouldn't plan on going back if it was free). im sure that there are good artists there but this one really didn't give a fuck if i knew what was going on, didn't care if i was satisfied with my tat, and decided to make changes without asking me. it sucks bc a lot of his work is really good but i'd go somewhere that cares more. read more

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I got the most beautiful tattoo ever from Beeker last week! The entire experience from start to finish was awesome. We had a consultation in September (this is how popular she is - I waited a little over 2 months for my date and it was so worth it) where I told her what I was looking for and she talked about ideas that would work with it to make it even more lovely. I am an avid knitter and hot air balloon enthusiast so I was looking for something like a hot air balloon that looked like a ball of yarn. Beeker explained that a ball of yarn might not look enough like a hot air balloon and came up with an idea to do a balloon with a picture of a yarn ball on it in my favorite colors. As far as the actual experience went, the shop was nice and quiet and clean. Beeker and one of her coworkers were bantering back and forth and making me laugh so hard that I had to bite my tongue to keep from shaking my arm. There was another lovely couple getting a tattoo and they actually bought me a bubble tea! Isn't that the sweetest? Oh, and weird thing to compliment but their bathroom is decorated really cool. And since they are cash only, they are kind enough to provide an ATM onsite. Can't wait to go back sometime soon so that my brother and I can get matching tattoos!!! read more

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I found X. Tattoo in Bellingham via Instagram and have loved working with this shop. I consulted with Emma (The Crappen) for a custom leg piece and she was really easy to work with and had no issues understanding what I was looking for. She was also very understanding in terms of pain management and recommended a way for me to finish the piece without being pained too much (due to location of the tattoo). I went back to the shop multiple times to complete the piece and found that everyone there was relaxed, but still very professional. The shop itself is very clean and conscious of their customers' needs like having snacks available, if you start to feel woozy. Overall, I'm very happy with the work I received at this shop and plan to return for future pieces. read more

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Loved everything about my experience with this shop. I sent an email to multiple tattoo shops to get estimates on the tattoos my girlfriend and I were looking for - this place was one of the few to reply with great pricing for the work that we wanted. The shop is awesome, everyone that works there is awesome and super nice. Got tattooed by Joe and he did an excellent job. 1000% going back to this place for all tattoos moving forward. Definitely go here for your tattoos, I never write reviews but my experience was so good here that I motivated me to come to yelp to write this to let everyone else know how awesome this place is. read more

Got a tattoo here. Great vibes, KC is a true professional. The entire process from start to finish was straightforward. I could not recommend him more. read more

Amazing work with absolutely the best staff! Go here the owner is beyond amazing seriously a great and clean shop!

I knew nothing about tattoos before I came here. I honestly have no idea what I was doing. I can't say that enough; I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT I WAS DOING. Well, anyways I was walking around downtown Bellingham - and decided to walk into X tattoo. I met KC who stopped what he was doing (I was really scared because I had never talked to someone in a tattoo shop before..like I said (read my first paragraph, again)). So there I was not sure what to do with my hands, and talked to KC for like 5 minutes while some guy was getting a tattoo. The thing you have to remember is that tattoo artists only make money when they are tattooing, and I imagine don't like being distracted by a guy who just got ice cream from next door. Again, I didn't know what I wanted to get or where I wanted it. I was really just kinda curious! He wasn't mean or even passive aggressive which he really could have been considering I was sort of in the way. He asked me to put in for a 1 hour session where I would bring ideas of what I would like, and he would help explain everything I needed. A couple of weeks go by - he closes the shop. It's just me and him. In my head, I'm thinking that I should probably leave, now. This guy doesn't want to explain literally the most basic things in the world to me at the end of his day. Well we probably spent 2.5 hours talking, and I was really comfortable. Remember, at this point he doesn't even know if I will ever be back. I have paid him NO money. He doesn't know!! But, guys I was so comfortable with KC and have always been each and every time. So, about 15 months later and 8 pretty large tattoos later - I just can't imagine going to anyone else, now. I'm moving pretty soon, and I'm not looking forward to trying to find someone new:/ If you know nothing about tattoos - spend some time with KC. I promise you will not regret it. P.S. Don't say, "how much will this cost?" within your first two sentences to any one who offers you a business service. Not just a tattoo artist...literally, any one. read more

Piercing and tattoos Check out their portfolio Clean and welcoming #reviewsinhaiku Finally got around to piercing my septum and I couldn't have picked a better establishment. Paul was friendly, polite and helpful from beginning to end. The process was explained to me in a relaxed environment that took away any jitters I came in with. Thanks Paul! read more

KC has done all My tats (4), and I had gages put in here. He's a Wonderful artist. He has worked very hard and this is now called X because it is now owned by KC Lange, a no bullshit true artist. I won't go anywhere else and I'm always happy with how KC makes my art tatooable. Go here for sure if you want good quality. read more

I came here to get both of my nipples pierced. I was incredibly nervous going into it and all of the staff made me feel welcome and at ease. While the jewelry was pretty pricy, you are paying for quality and knowing that it will last you for years to come so I had no problem splurging on it. Definitely would go back here for any other piercing I get Update-I got a tattoo here with Roberto and he was fantastic! read more

Tim was professional and personable as he expertly knocked out a half sleeve of line work in 2 hours, outline done perfectly. Its a comfortable, small parlor with passionate artists and I would recommend it to anyone that wants a high quality tattoo from a shop thats distinctly Bellingham. @timallentattoo gets an easy 10/10 and i plan on going back to him again after my first piece is done. read more

They've changed their name so many times it's hard to keep up with who they actually are. Loved them when they were Laughing Buddha, that is the only reason I'm giving this review two stars. At Laughing Buddha they treated me with respect and care and even helped me when I had a piercing that had some trouble (from another shop). Once hey became Citrine and X, that all changed. It's turned into a "bro club" culture and I will never return. When I went to them in October after I was having trouble with a former Laughing Buddha piercing they treated me like a child and their condescension was dripping. Won't going here ever again. #sorrynotsorry read more

Oh my God just go here if you need a piercing done. Second time getting my nipple pierced. First time I got it done at Old School and homeboy took foooorevvvver, pretty sure he had only been working there for a few weeks. So it was nice going to Laughing Buddha/Citrine bc: I shite you not, from the time I layed down on the table to the time the jewelry was in was less than a minute. Paul's the best. They even gave me non-iodized salt in a lil packet so I didn't have to go to the store and search for that stuff. (Not being able to swear is really messing me up okk) Also there was a man peddling fine chocolates outside the store and he gave me a little lemon truffle, and after having an effing needle poked through the second most sensitive part of your body, a little chocolate makes it allll better. Pay the $10 more it is here for a piercing. You won't be disappointed. read more

Beautiful jewelry and amazing customer service. Thanks Paul for being so awesome today

Clean, professional, hilarious and just a down right great please to get tattooed. I'd trust anyone here to do great work that will last!

Absolutely love it here. I have zero bad things to say. Esther, Tim, and KC are always so easy to work with, kind, fun to talk to, accommodating and understanding, literally everything you could ever want! My friend moved away from Bellingham but still makes a point to drive the 5 hours back to get tattooed by them, and when I leave I plan on doing the same. Seriously the best tattoo shop I've ever found. I trust everyone there with any tattoo I could ever want. read more

Nice, clean place. Come here when the jewelry has just come in as the options are very good Pros? -Sanitary -Strict rules on taking care of new piercings to prevent infections -Lots of high quality jewelry options Cons? -A bit pricey read more

I recently visited Laughing Buddha to have my nostril pierced. From the first time I called with questions to the moment I walked out with my piercing, Chance was patient & informative. As a fairly vanilla 40 year old mom I was a bit apprehensive about a piercing studio, but I was always made to feel welcome & comfortable. The piercing itself was surprisingly painless & I feel well educated about the aftercare. Although I was encouraged to call if I had any questions or problems, by day 3 my piercing looked & felt like it had always been there. I wouldn't have minded paying more for this quality service, but was even pleasantly surprised by the price. Thank you Chance & Laughing Buddha for a wonderful experience! read more

The needle was sharp (so it went in easy) and sterile. I came in without an appointment and got a pretty cheap septum piercing. Didn't hurt because he knew how to do it very well! If I need a piercing, I'll go back here. These people know their stuff about aftercare too, and really care about preventing cross contamination. read more

X. Tattoo - The septum piercing made me tear up a bit, but it was pretty easy and very clean. :) - Tattoo Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

So so thankful that KC Lange (shop owner) was able to fit my husband and I into his schedule for our Anniversary Tattoos! The entire experience was amazing. KC was professional, insightful and EXTREMELY talented. He went above and beyond our expectations for our tattoos and shared his artsy and philosophical knowledge regarding future tattoos that we are getting. We are booking our next artwork with him as we speak! Seriously, People, X. Tattoo and Piercing is worth traveling any distance for your forever Tattoo! read more

I decided on a whim to get my nose pierced. I had read great things about Laughing Buddha on Facebook and on Yelp, so I decided I would give them a try. First of all, I loved the shop. The front room is pretty small, but I was the only person in there, which kept me from feeling overwhelmed. The staff was so helpful and friendly. They helped me figure out just what I wanted right away. They moved quickly, but not in a way that made me feel like I was being rushed through. It felt more like they were moving to fit MY time table, which isn't something I've usually found with most places. Paul did such an amazing job with my piercing. It hardly hurt at all, and gave me very clear instructions on keeping it clean. They even have pre packaged bags of sea salt for you to mix into a gallon of water. I would definitely recommend him to a friend looking to get something done. The only thing I found that was different than what others had said was pricing. I didn't think it was outrageous, but it definitely wasn't the amazing steal everyone else claimed it was. However, that definitely won't hinder me from returning. read more

There is a reason this place is always empty. Only the person getting a piercing allowed past the "podium". Most ridiculous thing I've heard. They are also way over priced. If you want to spend and extra $30 go there. Old school tattoo will treat you better and give you the best price in town read more

I saw a review on here saying x tattoo is like a bro club and I just needed to add my 2 cents. I could not disagree more! I found KC to be incredibly respectful and kind. Not to mention great conversation (and I am very introverted/shy). I have been to 5 different artists in town and had the best experience at X tattoo. It is the first place I have ever booked a second appointment at! If you are looking for a place to get a tattoo, this is 1000% the place to go! read more

Got my nostril pierced yesterday after thinking about it for 23 years. They were busy, but able to give me an appointment within an hour of walking in. The piercer, Chance, was very nice and professional. He explained every step of the process. Chance also spent extra time repiercing an earring hole that had healed. Excellent after care instructions. I am happy with the result. I did not price out other places, but I'd rather give my money to a local business than to a chain at the mall. The nostril piercing plus titanium jewelry was around $70 and the ear piercing plus steel hoop was about $35 (one ear), plus a $15 tip to the piercer. I would definitely go back and definitely recommend. (On a side note, I like the stud they put in my nose... it's not the standard corkscrew kind that hangs out the nostril and looks like a booger. It's much smaller on the inside.) read more

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I came here the other day because one of my goals is to get a new body piercing for every new place I visit (as long as they're reputable, because I was just in Mexico and I wasn't about to risk that.) Anyways, I got a new helix stud as well as a steel ball hoop for my old helix. My piercer was Colin I believe and he's very friendly and informative. He took precautions when it came to sanitation and took extra time to inform me about why I couldn't get an industrial. I really appreciated this and instead just went with what I know works. Overall they're all friendly and very affordable! The piercing fee for the helix was $25 and the jewelry being about $20 each, or somewhere around that. Their piercing fees change depending on the piercing though, so keep that in mind! The piercing fee for an industrial would be $45! I almost forgot, but their piercing area is separate from the main shop part and very private. I found this a bit different and liked it a lot. Of course, I've never had a public piercing or tattoo because they usually have their own rooms. This was just very unique to me. read more

I got my very first piercings here (ear lobes) last month and I was pretty nervous. My experience here was really wonderful, the man (I forget his name) explained everything to me from how he was going to sterilize my earrings and all the aftercare involved. The cost of the piercings came to about $85 with a 10% discount applied. So it is pretty pricey, although I am told that you are paying for the superior quality etc. My only complaint would be the selection of starter earrings was pretty minimal, and they were all pricey. However, my piercings look great and they are not infected so that's definitely a plus read more

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I went in when they were still "Laughing Buddha" to get my nipples pierced. That process was fine, but when I went back a few months later (I just didn't like them), the same guy who pierced them was helping me. While he was taking them out he said something about them being pierced badly, then asked where it was done. When I said, "uh...you did it" he quickly backpedaled but it was kind of too late. This also happened a separate time while changing jewelry for a nostril piercing that they had done. I thought they were all really nice and the process of the piercing was professional and not unpleasant, but to have the guy talk badly about his own work was a little too telling. It felt like he was either trying to make other places sound bad by "critiquing" their work, or he genuinely thought it was poorly done (by his own hand). The piercing process was fine, the jewelry is not overpriced for its quality, but when I went in for something other than getting pierced, I would hear a comment about how my current piercings were badly done, even if they did it. read more

Came in to get my nipples pierced and Paul was very friendly and helpful and thorough about the aftercare, got them done right away. The atm in the shop wasn't working and Paul was very kind enough to let me go to the bank to pull out money. Be aware it is a cash only studio! I live in California and he sat and recommended a place near me incase I had any issues. It was somewhat pricey but I would say definitely worth it, I don't want cheap jewelry especially for nipples. The atmosphere was overall very chill and casual yet professional. read more

I went in and got my nose pierced last summer. The service was fine, no complaints. However, the piercing they gave me is terrible! It's way too low on my nose and doesn't look right. Also, the type of jewelry they use to pierce is extremely hard to get out. I wouldn't recommend this place, there are plenty of other places to get a piercing in Bellingham. Update: I was told recently that the guy who pierced my nose has since been let go. That being said, the overall experience in the shop was fairly good not counting the piercing I was given by the guy that does not actually work at Laughing Buddha anymore. read more

Love this place! I've had my nose pierced for 15 yrs and lost the piercing when I was on vacation. I went to another jewelry place in town (I won't say who) because Laughing Buddha wasn't open. What a mistake. I should have waited. The other shop sold me a bad piece of jewelry and my piercing got super infected and swollen. The owner at Buddha was super cool read more

Chaco is amazing! I walked in super confused about what I'm looking for. Chaco took his time to help me through it. read more

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Paul is by far the greatest I have ever been to. I got my nipples done at his shop (which is super clean) and it was definitely the best experience I've had. He walked me through each step and couldn't have been more calming and professional. My piercing was over quickly and the pain level was so minimal. He explained the aftercare and was incredibly helpful. Absolutely go see him if you want an awesome piercing experience. Double thumbs up. read more

Paul is the real deal. I had my nose pierced two times before going to him and both times had to take it out because of infection (went to that shit hole in the mall and Only Precision in Burlington). My nose only took a few minutes and was painless. I have no issues with my piercing now (went to him first at Evolve). They use the best metals to pierce and the jewelry they sell is fantastic quality. They're actually pretty affordable too; I've paid more for piercings before for much lower quality results. There's not much else to say really; you'd be nuts to go to anyone else. read more

I went in and was able to get my nostril pierced on the spot! Great customer service; they were very nice about me being new to this. Hope to go back for another soon :) read more

My experience at Citrine was great. I messaged them on Facebook at about 11 asking about pricing for a daith piercing, and got a response almost immediately. I set up an appointment for 2pm that day. Paul was super nice when I got there and immediately got me set up with my paperwork and started setting up the room. Everything was very concise but he still made it enjoyable and fun. His baby was asleep upstairs, so he politely asked my friend and I to be quiet, and we obliged. The process of the piercing was easy. He made me focus on my breathing and told me on an exhale is when he would pierce me. It was quick and less painful than I was expecting. Overall, it cost about $63 including tax for the whole thing. I would easy go back for another ear piercing any day! read more

Absolutely amazing! I walked in to get my septum pierced, and got an appointment on the same day! The price, with a 13 dollar tip, was about 65 dollars. It was so worth it! Chance was great, and talked me through the whole thing, making sure I was alright, and explaining his process. The after care was thoroughly explained, and I left feeling invigorated, and taken care of! I highly recommend!!! read more

Went with a friend today for her to get her nose pierced and I just got my second lobe pierced on one ear. We just chose the most basic looking stud to start with, but it was 70$+ for each of us. Really didn't expect it to be so much more than other locations we looked at, especially since we got just one piercing each! Service was great and helpful, they know their stuff. Definitely check for stud prices to see if they vary & use the yelp discount! read more

We had a great experience here, my 11 year old daughter wanted to get a second piercing in her ears so I brought her in. They were great w my daughter and explained everything to her. I also appreciated that everything they had was titanium as we both had sensitivity to metals. The shop was very sterile and she never even flinched when he did the deed. He let us know that the posts were long to account for swelling and to come back in 6-8 weeks and he'd cut them shorter. My only regret is that I didn't bring her here for her first piercing. (Stay out of those mall places moms!) Thanks for the wonderful experience and I'll definitely be back for my own nape piercing! read more

Chance did my nostril piercing today. He explained the procedure well and the after care. They are very careful with cleanliness and sterilization. I was worried it would be painful, but it really wasn't. I appreciated the knowledgeable and professional service. They recommended I return in 6 months so they can check on the healing. I recommend this place highly for piercings. read more

Got my septum pierced here and Paul was super nice, made me feel very comfortable and did an amazing job with the piercing and explaining how to care for it. read more