Needlework Tattoo Co. — custom tattoo work

EST. STERLING HEIGHTS, MICHIGAN

NeedleworkTattoo Co.

CUSTOM · FINE LINE · COLOR · PIERCING

Custom tattoos & piercings by artists who care about the experience.

BOOK VIA INSTAGRAMCALL (586) 803-3754

Appointments by Instagram DM or phone — walk-ins welcome when a chair is open.

Tattoo work at Needlework Tattoo Co., Sterling Heights

— ABOUT THE STUDIO

Great tattoos come from great experiences.

Needlework Tattoo Co. is built around one idea — our artists take the time to understand your vision, collaborate with you, and deliver work that feels personal, intentional, and lasting.

Whether it's your first tattoo or your next piece, the studio is designed to feel welcoming, relaxed, and professional from start to finish.

MEET THE ARTISTS

— THE COLLECTIVE

Meet our artists

Ten distinct hands. One shared standard.

PORTFOLIO

C.M Nagy

CUSTOM · FINE LINE

PORTFOLIO

Dave Gilbert

COLOR · TRADITIONAL

PORTFOLIO

Karlzinnerink

ILLUSTRATIVE

PORTFOLIO

Rosie Cole

FINE LINE · BOTANICAL

PORTFOLIO

Kat Byrd

BLACKWORK

PORTFOLIO

Bri Yuki

COLOR · NEO TRADITIONAL

PORTFOLIO

Hollywood Dave

BOLD · LETTERING

PORTFOLIO

Andie Ealba

CUSTOM DESIGN

PORTFOLIO

Lou Ford

REALISM

PORTFOLIO

Harper James

PIERCING · BODY ART

— WHAT WE OFFER

The services

TATTOO

  • Custom Tattoo Design

    Original artwork built around your story, body, and aesthetic.

  • Fine Line Tattoos

    Single-needle precision for delicate, considered work.

  • Color Tattoos

    Saturated palettes, soft gradients, and richly layered pieces.

  • Cover-Ups

    Thoughtful redesigns that transform old work into something you love.

  • First-Time Tattoos

    Patient, calm, and walked through every step from sketch to aftercare.

PIERCING

  • Ear Piercings

    Lobes, helix, conch, daith, tragus and curated ear projects.

  • Body Piercings

    Septum, navel, nostril, surface and dermal placements.

  • Jewelry Guidance

    Material, sizing, and styling advice for healed and fresh piercings.

Don't see what you're looking for? Reach out — most pieces start as a conversation.

— HYGIENE & SAFETY

Sterile, considered, and safety-first.

Clean & controlled workspace

Professional-grade equipment

Strict hygiene protocols

Aftercare guidance provided

— THE EXPERIENCE

How it feels to sit with us

“A studio where clients feel at ease, understood, and confident in the process.”

“Every session is collaborative, relaxed, and focused on the piece you envisioned.”

“First-timers are walked through with patience — no rush, no pressure.”

— BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT

Ready to startyour piece?

Book by messaging us on Instagram or calling the studio. So we can match you with the right artist and give you an accurate quote, include these four things in your first message:

  1. YOUR IDEA

    The subject, style, and anything the piece should mean or feel like.

  2. PLACEMENT & SIZE

    Where it goes, and roughly how large — in inches if you can.

  3. REFERENCE PHOTOS

    Images that capture the look, line weight, or mood you're after.

  4. ARTIST & TIMING

    The artist you'd like to work with, plus any dates you're hoping for.

MESSAGE ON INSTAGRAM(586) 803-3754

Walk-in availability varies — booking ahead is recommended for larger pieces.

— VISIT THE STUDIO

Find us

ADDRESS

43755 Van Dyke Ave
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
Floor 1, Four Seasons Plaza

HOURS

TUESDAY – SATURDAY
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
SUNDAY
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
MONDAY
Closed

Walk-in availability varies day to day — booking ahead is recommended for larger pieces.

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