evan_nguyen23•28d agoTop Commenter

Back in 2010, I had to choose between staying at the salon or going mobile

I mean, the salon was steady, but a client in Seattle offered me a regular gig doing updos for her events if I traveled. I picked mobile, bought a rolling kit for about $300, and started booking hotel ballroom jobs. It was rough at first, figuring out lighting and setup alone, but after maybe 8 months, I had a solid weekly schedule. Anyone else make that switch and have tips for keeping your tools organized on the go?

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drew_stone4628d ago

Mobile was the best call for me too. Tbh, the freedom beats a salon chair any day. For tools, I use a tackle box insert in my roller bag for all the small stuff, like clips and pins. Keeps every bobby pin in its own little spot so you aren't digging around. A carabiner on the handle for your extension cord is a lifesaver, stops you from forgetting it. Labeling the outside pockets of your kit saves so much time when you're in a rush.

laurar3828d ago

Wait, a tackle box insert for bobby pins? Doesn't that rattle around and spill when you're rolling your bag? I tried that and it was a mess every time I went over a curb. I switched to a small zippered pouch with clear plastic windows, the kind for craft beads. It lays flat in the main compartment and nothing escapes. The carabiner tip is solid though, I do that for my cord too.