Ink & Steel

Ink & Steel Come visit our shop and see what the HYPE is all about!!! We love our customers, new and old and can't wait to be your tattoo/piercing shop!

CHAD IS OPEN FOR WALK-INS! 🔥Skip the waitlist and get that ink you’ve been thinking about. Chad has a few prime openings...
01/29/2026

CHAD IS OPEN FOR WALK-INS! 🔥

Skip the waitlist and get that ink you’ve been thinking about. Chad has a few prime openings on the books and he’s ready to work!

THE SCHEDULE:
⚡️Thursday: 12 PM – 8 PM
⚡️Saturday: 12 PM – 8 PM
⚡️Sunday: 12 PM – 8 PM

Check out some of Chad's recent work below!

✨ Have a vision but need help with the details? Don't sweat the small stuff. If you have an idea but haven't seen the "full picture" yet, hit us up! Let’s set up a consultation & turn that dream tattoo into a reality!

✅ Walk-ins welcome
✅ Appointments available
✅ Custom designs

📥 DM us now to claim your slot or drop by the shop!

01/28/2026

Big news from the shop! 🍼✨

Our piercer Bryleigh Rose is officially heading out on maternity leave! We are so excited for her and this new chapter, and we know you all are too. Please join us in wishing her the absolute best as she gets ready to welcome her little ones!

Don't worry—we’ve still got you covered. 💎

We will still have piercing availability with Abbey while Bryleigh is away! Whether you’re looking for a fresh lobe piercing or something more unique, Abbey is ready to help you level up your look.

Stop by or DM us to get on the schedule!

WALK-INS AVAILABLE TODAY! ⚡️Looking for some fresh ink? You’re in luck! Jeff has some rare opening for walk-ins today. W...
01/26/2026

WALK-INS AVAILABLE TODAY! ⚡️

Looking for some fresh ink? You’re in luck! Jeff has some rare opening for walk-ins today. Whether you’ve got a specific idea ready to go or want to check out some of his latest flash, now is the time to swing by!

📍 Ink and Steel 🕒 First come, first served!

🔥 BIG NEWS COMING SOON... We have something very exciting events dropping later this week! You definitely don’t want to miss this one. Keep your notifications turned on and stay tuned to our page for the big reveal. 🤫✨

⏰️HAVE NO PLANS? NOW YOU DO!💀Looking to get some fresh ink or a new sparkle?We’ve got space for you this weekend! Whethe...
01/24/2026

⏰️HAVE NO PLANS? NOW YOU DO!💀

Looking to get some fresh ink or a new sparkle?We’ve got space for you this weekend! Whether you’ve been sitting on an idea for months or just woke up feeling spontaneous, come hang out with us.

🎨 Tattoo Hours
Grab a spot with one of our artists:
• Saturday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Sunday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

💎 Piercing Hours
Precision styling to level up your look:
• Saturday: 2:00 PM – 6:30 PM
• Sunday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Hit us up on Messenger and lets get you on the books!

‼️Walk-ins Always Welcome!‼️
💯Appointments Appreciated 💯

✨ This Weekend at Ink and Steel ✨Looking to get some new ink or a fresh piercing? We’ve got you covered! We have walk-in...
01/23/2026

✨ This Weekend at Ink and Steel ✨

Looking to get some new ink or a fresh piercing? We’ve got you covered! We have walk-in availability for tattoos this weekend. Whether it’s that piece you’ve been dreaming of or a last-minute spark of inspiration, stop in and let us make your ideas come to life!

🕒 Tattoo Shop Hours

• Friday: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Saturday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Sunday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

💎 Piercing Special Hours

Bryleigh is in the shop and ready to help you level up your look! Her piercing hours for the weekend are:
• Saturday: 2:00 PM – 6:30 PM
• Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Check out these fun SpongeBob tattoos from last weekend! Grab your friends and come hang out—let’s make something awesome! 🤘🏼✨

✨️PIERCING DEALS RESUME TODAY 3-7PM✨️
01/22/2026

✨️PIERCING DEALS RESUME TODAY 3-7PM✨️

01/22/2026

❄️ WEATHER UPDATE: WE ARE CLOSED FOR THE REST OF THE DAY 1/21❄️

Stay safe and warm, everyone! Due to the current weather conditions, Ink and Steel will be closed today, Wednesday, January 21st.

We plan to resume our normal business hours tomorrow, Thursday, January 22nd.

✨ Regarding our Piercing Deal: Don't worry about missing out! We will honor the deal for future appointments. Just mention it when you request your booking, and we’ll make sure you’re taken care of.

PIERCING DEAL HOURS TOMORROW 3-7PM

Stay cozy! Stay safe!☕

Grab a spot with Chad today 🎨Check out this dope scorpion piece that Chad tattooed this weekend!! Chad has some walk-in ...
01/21/2026

Grab a spot with Chad today 🎨

Check out this dope scorpion piece that Chad tattooed this weekend!!

Chad has some walk-in availability TODAY until 4PM 1/21 and TOMORROW 1/22 from 12-8PM.

If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to start that new piece or grab a quick flash design, now is the time.

💎 PIERCING SPECIAL: Our piercing deal officially kicks off TODAY from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Don't miss out on getting that new look at a great price.

📍 Stop by the shop or drop us a message to see what Chad has open!

HELP OUR JUNIOR PIERCER GRADUATE! 🎓✨Abbey is so close to the finish line! To help our Junior Piercer check off her final...
01/20/2026

HELP OUR JUNIOR PIERCER GRADUATE! 🎓✨

Abbey is so close to the finish line! To help our Junior Piercer check off her final requirements, we’re running a PIERCING SALE for two days only!

🗓 WHEN:
• Wednesday (1/21): 3 PM – 7 PM
• Thursday (1/22): 3 PM – 7 PM

🔥 THE DEALS:
• 15% OFF: Daith, Tragus, Nose, Belly, Eyebrow, Septum, and Industrial.
• BONUS: Grab any of the above and unlock $35 Lobe Piercings!

👯‍♀️ PRO TIP: Bring a friend! The lobe discount applies as long as they are on the same check—you get the industrial, they get the lobes!

Walk-ins welcome! Let’s get these requirements finished!

Our guys have some TATTOO Walk in Availability TODAY & Throughout the week 12-8PM.

Chad & Jeff, have been busy creating art and keeping the needles moving.If you’re scrolling, let us know are you a black...
01/19/2026

Chad & Jeff, have been busy creating art and keeping the needles moving.

If you’re scrolling, let us know are you a black & grey or color person? 🖤🩶❤️💙💛

Big piece, small idea, or anything in between - we’ve got you.

We have some availability today & throughout the week. Hit us up or pop into the shop to talk designs!

01/19/2026

⏰️IT'S TIME TO ANNOUNCE OUR WINNER⏰️

Huge thanks to everyone who took the time to show some love and wish Matt a Happy 50th Birthday ! 🥳

We’ve drawn a winner for the $50 Gift Certificate Contest as a little "thank you" for celebrating with us...

🥁 Drumroll please... 🥁

Congratulations to Erin Henneberry ! 🎈🎉
Please send us a DM to claim your prize!

Address

323 1st Street East
Independence, IA
50644

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 8pm
Tuesday 12pm - 8pm
Wednesday 12pm - 8pm
Thursday 12pm - 8pm
Friday 12pm - 8pm
Saturday 12pm - 8pm
Sunday 12pm - 8pm

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