FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Wear sunscreen. If it’s summertime and you’re going to be outside or even sometimes just driving in the car, sunburn is always a possibility. I am unable to tattoo skin that is sunburned. If you show up with a sunburn you will need to reschedule. It’s very important that you protect your skin. Exfoliate and moisturize. This will help prepare your skin to be tattooed it will make my job easier it will allow the tattoo to heal better and look nicer overall once it is healed. Please shower before you come in. You may think we don’t have to say this, but you would be surprised! The area should be clean and we always appreciate it if you don’t smell like you just crawled out of a dumpster (haha). Also, please don’t douse yourself self in perfume or cologne before you come in. Eat an hour before your appointment time. When you get tattooed, you will typically get an adrenaline rush. Once that rush is over your blood sugar drops and if you haven’t eaten, you will most definitely get dizzy, sick, or pass out. We keep lollipops and candy on hand in case of these situations but it’s always best to prepare yourself by eating something small before you come in. Having a drink on hand is also helpful. If you have a history of fainting or getting sick when having blood drawn or getting shots, that is something you should let us know prior to getting tattooed so we can look for the signs. This is a pretty normal occurrence so we are very experienced in handling it. Not telling us that you’re feeling bad, will not make it go away, it will just make it worse. So if, at any time during the tattooing process you start feeling weird, tell us. PLEASE DO NOT USE ANY TYPE OF NUMBING CREAMS! WE WILL HAVE TO RESCHEDULE YOU. You will need a State issued photo ID in order to get tattooed. WE WILL NOT TATTOO ANYONE UNDER THE AGE OF 18. Please wear appropriate clothing. Loose-fitting, stretchy clothing is best for areas that are harder to reach. Consider wearing a button down shirt for turning it around to reach areas on the back, tube tops are great for chest pieces. For longer appointments feel free to bring comfort items like a small pillow, or small blanket, headphones and music, a book. Post-Appointment please follow the instructions you are given only, and contact us with any questions. Keep your tattoo out of the sun, no tanning beds or direct sunlight for at least two weeks. After that, use SPF 50+ to keep the sun from fading your tattoo. No Soaking. No swimming, baths, or hot-tubs for the first two weeks. Showers are fine, just don't submerge your tattoo. Please do not take advice from your friends. We have years of experience and knowledge about our profession. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to call or text 717-634-5685 or email bluebirdtattoohanover@gmail.com If at any time, you are concerned of infection please contact your doctor. If your piece is a larger size, we advise you to take a short break every hour. Anyone can sit for one hour right? It's mostly psychological. Please get a good night's rest before the day of your appointment and eat a large meal of low GI foods such as rice, muesli, etc. We also have a drink and snack station at your disposal. This is so your blood sugar stays at an optimal level for us to continue tattooing without anyone becoming fidgety, shaky, or cranky. If you do all of these simple steps this ensures that we can keep tattooing for four to five hours happily and easily!

We currently do not offer piercing anymore.

Our space is small, so we won’t be able to accommodate more than one guest accompanying our clients, so please plan accordingly.

Do not schedule an appointment within two weeks of plans to go swimming or submerging your tattoo in any body of water.

We can't accommodate children under the age of 13 in the shop. If you have children, you will have to make arrangements for them.

The tattoo area is now located on the second floor. If you are unable to use stairs, please call us ahead of your appointment so we can set up our station on the first floor for you.

If you plan to do any strenuous or abnormal activities following the first few weeks of your tattoo, please consult us first. We have excellent advice to give you and can help you protect your tattoo.

Park in the community lot by Club 2000 at 28 East Walnut Street. It is metered parking. The silver meters allow for up to 12 hours. Yellow meters are maximum time for 2.5 hours. From there the shop is just a short walk away.

We prefer clients do not show up any earlier than 10 minutes prior to appointment time. Our shop assistant will meet you at the door with paperwork for you to fill out while you're waiting. Please thoroughly read the release forms and aftercare instructions you will be given after your appointment.

Tipping a tattoo artist is a common and polite way to show appreciation for their work and to contribute to their income. A standard tip is 20–25% of the total cost of the tattoo, but you can adjust the amount based on your budget and satisfaction with the service. For example, you might tip more for a larger or more detailed tattoo, or less for a touch-up.

Cash is always preferred. There is an ATM located across the street and the Royal Farms down their street has ATM's with no fees. We do also take cards, but our system chargers a 4% processing fee.

Tattoo cost is unique to each tattoo, artist, and customer. The size, style, placement, and more go into factoring your tattoo price, you should work with your artist directly to quote your tattoo cost.

If you do not show up for your appointment, or do not give one week notice that you need to reschedule, or if you are more than 15 minutes late your booking fee could be forfeited. You will have to provide another to reschedule your appointment. In cases of repeat offenders you may be charged a larger booking fee next time.

Your deposit will be used towards the price of your tattoo.

Deposits are nonrefundable.

If your tattoo will take more than one session the booking fee will come off of the price of the final sitting.

Each artist has their own unique scheduling method and we do sometimes open and close books on certain dates, you can reach out to your artist or check our about section to find out how they are currently accepting appointments.

Re-scheduling an appointment should only be used in case of an emergency, or for reasons that are completely out of your hands. Even with as much as a week's notice, it’s sometimes difficult to fill spots when people cancel or reschedule