The Piercing Urge

Christmas Opening hours and other info

Good afternoon to you all,

Hope you are all having an awesome week.

Did you realise that there are only 18 days until Christmas?????

If you need some shopping tips we can help, we have gift vouchers for Tattooing and Body Piercing, New jewellery for that special someone and a range of other accessories that are sure to please.

 

So when are we open over Christmas?

Well lucky for you we are only going to be closed the public holidays. That means we will be closed on the 25th, 26th and 27th of December and the 2nd of January.

 

If you are thinking about Tattooing over the Christmas period Aaron, Manni & Reece will be around but Fred will be taking a week off to fly back to NZ to see friends and Family.

 

Contact us asap if you would like to book in for anything.

 

If you dont here from us before hand we would all like to wish you a happy and safe holiday period.

 

Dont forget to add us on Facebook

Sunday Trading

Just a quick one to let everyone know that as of Sunday the 20th of December 2009, The Piercing Urge will no longer be open on Sundays.

We will still be taking bookings by prior arrangement for the first Sunday of each month. The studio will ONLY be open on Sundays for appointments.

To get you started:

• January 3rd 2010
• February 7th 2010
• March 7th 2010

We understand that some of our clients can only see us on a Sunday, so please call on 03 9530 2244 to make your appointment. All piercings will be available.

Trading will continue as normal Monday through Saturday :)

Public Service Announcement

The Piercing Urge has unfortunately been made aware of a very interesting (please imagine sarcasm here) piercing practice that we feel it necessary to provide some further information about.

This is both for our clients - and for all those who may come here looking for advice or information.

All body piercings are most prone to infections within the first 2 weeks of being done. It is also during this time that piercings close very quickly if the jewellery is removed.

If an ear piercing gun is used to pierce a nose - which we do not advise - then the jewellery must be left in the piercing until the piercing is healed.

There are NO circumstances under which it is appropriate to take the jewellery out of a stud gun nose piercing and change it to something nicer after 3 days.

There are some stud gun operators who are getting nose piercing sales by telling people that it doesn't matter that the jewellery they are putting in looks terrible - because it is an ear stud and too big - given the client can take it out after 3 days and change it to whatever they like.

It is our opinion that this is a VERY dodgy practice at best, and lends itself to the horrible difficulties that we are currently seeing on a regular basis. This practice is NOT okay, and certainly does not consider the client at all - only the money.

Also note: in accordance with the latest Skin Penetration Guidelines it is now in breach of the regulations to use some ear stud guns on ANY body part aside from the ear lobes.

Please be aware that if you choose to have a nose piercing done with a gun, that the jewellery should stay in the piercing for at least 3 months before being changed. We understand that it looks crappy - but that's why we are here - for those who want a piercing that looks great!

New Floor Excitement!

Hi Everyone,

Due to a little accident that resulted in a little flood in the studio a couple of months ago - WE ARE GETTING A NEW FLOOR :)

While this is an excellent outcome, it will mean that we need to close for it to happen.

We will definitely be closed on Monday the 17th of August and possibly - hopefully not - on Tuesday the 18th. Please call to check we are open before coming in on the Tuesday.

Our tattooist Ran will however be still be here to work on his existing bookings on Tuesday.

All will definitely be back to normal by Wednesday :) Please come on in and check out our AWESOME new floor! Sorry but we are excited - after the amount of traffic our floor has seen over the years, it will be wonderful to see it replaced.

See you soon :)

The Times They Are A Changing

After 10 years with The Piercing Urge one of our valued Piercers - Sarah - is moving forward into the next chapter of her life.

However we a not losing her completely as she will continue to work each Saturday - so be sure to book with her as she will be FLAT OUT :)

So - this coming Monday and Tuesday - the 22nd and 23rd of September - will be Sarah's last weekdays. If you usually see her during the week you may like to pop in and say Hi/Bye to her this week.

In the wake of Sarah's departure we are pleased to welcome back to The Piercing Urge family Danielle, who originally began her career with us at the Sydney Piercing Urge studio. Dan is an experienced Piercer and will be able to assist you happily with most of the services we offer.

We wish you well Sarah :) and offer you our sincerest thanks for your years of dedicated service to The Piercing Urge.

Workshops

Please Note: the details listed in the Official Leather Pride Guide and on the Leather Pride website are wrong. Given we would hate for those interested to miss out I have decided to post the correct details here.

Scarification Workshop

As part of the Leather Pride events - The Piercing Urge will be presenting a seminar to give you the inside story on Scarification. This form of body modification can play a significant role in the BDSM lifestyle, and if you would like to know more about it, please join us.

When: Tuesday 23rd September
Time: 8-10pm
Where: Blue Velvet Bar - 60 Smith St Collingwood
Cost: $10.00

Piercing & Play Piercing Workshop

For those who can't get enough of sharp and pointy things, come along to hear all about how permanent and temporary piercing can be utilized to enhance your play experience. There will also be the opportunity to purchase play piercing supplies and ask any questions you may have about your own ideas.

When: Wednesday 24th September
Time: 8-10pm
Where: Blue Velvet Bar - 60 Smith St Collingwood
Cost: $10.00

For both workshops please book via this email

Piercing Training Models Needed 050508

Hi Everyone

The time has come again for all those who missed out on our Free Piercings last week.

We have a lovely woman from country Victoria coming to town who needs models on Monday the 5th of May.

Please see a repeat of the blog post below for details:

I have a special request for those of you out there who would love a Piercing Urge piercing and jewellery for FREE!!!

There are 2 students currently training with us who live outside of Melbourne and need models to donate various body parts to the cause. The piercings are done under full supervision, and filled with the body jewellery The Piercing Urge is famous for.

The only real difference is the piercing may take a little longer, and there will be 2 extra people in the room with you - Peter and myself.

I have been pierced by the trainees many times and it was fine. The nostril piercing I still wear was done by a student during a training course.

So if you are interested in getting a:

• navel (with a ring)
• nipple (with a ring)
• nostril (with a nose stud)
• eyebrow (with a ring)
• labret (with a labret stud)
• or tongue (with a barbell)

Then please email directly louise@thepiercingurge-training.com and let me know.  Most appointments will be in the afternoon.

The jewellery is used specifically to develop the Piercer's skills, but may be changed to alternative jewellery once the piercing has healed.

*You must be 18yrs or over to participate in this offer - or 16yrs+ and have your parent with you.

So - first in best dressed folks. Future models will also be required so don't be too disappointed if you miss out this time. I will keep your info and contact you personally when our next student is in town.

Remember - everyone starts somewhere :) - but they don't usually have the owners of The Piercing Urge looking over their shoulder!