VCH Piercing Misses the Mark

I received yet another message from a woman who got a botched VCH piercing: Dear Elayne, I'm a huge fan of your work and book! The Piercing Bible has helped me decide to get a VCH because of all the… Read More

A Piercer Expresses Her Gratitude

This one speaks for itself (I think I'm blushing.) Subject: Thank you for being youHello Elayne, I'm a piercer fresh out of my apprenticeship and I'm now managing a tattoo and piercing parlor in a… Read More

Advising Clients on Navel Piercing Aftercare

I got this message from a piercer who is concerned about her clients: I was wondering what are your thoughts on healing time on navel Piercings? At the shop i work at we have ton of parents with… Read More

Association of Professional Piercers Annual Conference-2011

I just got back from an amazing trip to Las Vegas for the Association of Professional Piercers annual Conference and Expo. It was held at Bally's Hotel and Casino, which was a nice change from the… Read More

VCH Questions and Body Image Issues

Below is some correspondence I had with a woman who did book in to have me do her VCH piercing and a pair of outer labia piercings: Elayne, I have a question about the VCH.  I pretty much need to… Read More

Horizontal Clitoral Hood (HCH) Piercing Questions (with Photos)

Below is my exchange with a woman who ended up getting a Horizontal Clitoral Hood (HCH) Piercing: Elayne, I want to thank you for your prompt response.  I went to a different piercer and she… Read More