Look Homeward Angel

When Stevie Ehmer gave up her big-bucks tourist industry job to open a day spa/salon, she was really looking to go home again to relationships, familiar faces, and the comfort of community.

My Other Life: Michelle Fajdiga, Singer

Harmonic Convergence: Nail tech Michelle Fajdiga is part of a trio that sings jazz, blues, rockabilly, and even a bit of rock.

I Heart CND Event Brings Nail Trends to Nail Professionals

In February, CND hosted the first ever “I Heart CND” event at Nail Supply House in San Gabriel, Calif.

Early Holiday Thank You Notes

Hannah runs the show. Although my name tops the masthead there isn’t anyone who doesn’t realize that it’s Hannah in charge.

My Other Life, Erin Hart, Stand-up Comedian

By day you can catch Erin Hart doing nails at The Nail Lounge in Costa Mesa, Calif., but most weekends around 8 p.m., you’ll find her spouting off about her life in front of an appreciative audience at The Comedy Store in Hollywood.

Day 247: Clouds and Hot Air Balloons Nail Art

Heather Bowmaster, Top Coat Nail Spa, Purcellville, Va.

Healthy Tech: Heidi Hankins

After making lifestyle changes and losing 40 pounds, this energetic nail tech felt so great that she decided to become a health coach to help others learn how to turn their lives around.

My Other Life: Donna Trull, Glass Bead Artist

“I first became familiar with the ancient art of making beads from glass — called lampworking — after taking a jewelry class at my local craft store,” says Donna Trull, a nail tech at Studio 413 Salon and Spa in Albany, Ga.

Highlights From ISSE Long Beach

There are competitions going on, there are several great classes for nails, business, and social media, and the show floor has the nail booths grouped together.