Before starting Nail’d It PGH, Taylor spent nearly eight years as a preschool teacher. While she loved working with little ones, she craved a creative outlet where she could work with her hands and make something special. Press-on nails turned out to be the perfect fit.

Taylor’s sets are fully custom — customers send inspiration photos or describe the vibe they want, and she hand-paints each set to match. She uses high-quality Apres Gel-X tips and sizes them carefully (often using photos from the customer) so the fit feels truly made-to-order.

Every order comes with an application kit and clear instructions, making it easy to get salon results from the comfort of home. Popular designs include seasonal looks, wedding nails, vacation sets, and party-ready styles. Many customers also love reaching out via Instagram DMs for truly personal custom orders.

What sets her apart most is the personal touch: “I want it to feel like you’re getting something made specifically for you, not just ordering something generic.”

Since launching, Taylor has been overwhelmed by the support from the Cranberry, Wexford, and North Hills community.

“The local community has been so incredibly supportive,” she said. “People shop with me, share my work, come back for more sets, and recommend me to friends. It means the world when you’re a small business.”

She especially enjoys local pop-ups, where she gets to meet customers in person, talk through design ideas, and help with sizing. Those face-to-face connections have quickly become some of her favorite moments.

When asked what she loves most about running Nail’d It PGH, Taylor didn’t hesitate:

“Getting to be creative while making something that helps people feel good. I love taking someone’s idea and turning it into a set that feels fun, personal, and wearable. It’s the best feeling when someone tells me they loved their nails or felt confident wearing them for a special event.”

Taylor has lots of exciting plans for the year ahead, including more seasonal collections, ready-to-wear sets, and plenty of fresh custom options. She’ll also continue doing local pop-ups so Cranberry-area customers can shop in person and see the nails up close.

Her simple motto captures it all:

“Custom press-on nails made with love in PGH.”

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From special occasions and vacation vibes to everyday confidence boosters, Taylor’s handmade press-on nails deliver salon-quality results with a personal touch.

Congrats on your new business, Taylor — the Cranberry community is lucky to have such a talented and thoughtful maker right here in our backyard!