Twisted Velvet nails and training

I'm so proud to share with you I've been chosen by Scratch Magazine as a spotlight salon!

This is honestly something nail technicians dream of...to be recognised by Scratch Magazine is truly amazing and I'm so grateful to them for the exposure to my business.

Have a read of my story of how I first became a nail technician and how I got to where I am now.

My training academy is coming very soon where I will be teaching nail and beauty courses through 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗧𝗗

I'm based inside Linton Hair in Kirkburton.

HD8 Life CIC

Claire Fox always knew nails were her calling. She trained, she built her clientele and she made it happen. Then six years ago, everything changed. What followed was a chapter Claire never expected, but one that ultimately led her back to the work that had always defined her.

“My interest in nails began when I was old enough to have my own done in a local salon,” says Claire, owner of Twisted Velvet nails and training in Huddersfield. She reminisces on her excitement while watching her first nail set being applied: “I was immediately hooked seeing the nail tech sculpting with a form: transfixed by the shaping, colours and glitter. I knew then I wanted to do that myself.”

Claire embraced her passion, enrolling on a night course where she learned the basics of manicures. However, her real enthusiasm lay in sculpting – something she did not have full training in.

After being offered a part-time job by a local nail tech, Claire learned as much as she could before actually doing nails. When she found out about a CND - Creative Nail Design sculpting course, she immediately enrolled, finally able to round out her knowledge and qualify in the area she was so passionate about.

Armed with skill, Claire began her self-employed nail career as a mobile tech, but soon found that the long days took a toll. Luckily, a room became available to rent in a local hair salon, and after a quick renovation and six months building her client base, Claire says her books were ‘overflowing’. “I was thrilled; I spent all of my spare time learning new skills and training with other nail techs,” she smiles.

Claire’s dreams did not stop there – she had big plans to open her own academy, and after training to become an educator, her ambitions looked set to become reality. But then Covid hit.

Read all about Claire's six-year break, her return to the nail industry and her new studio here 👉 https://bit.ly/3QqHa8u

Sunshine Training is Entering a New Era ✨

For those who don't know us...
We're Rhian and Jeremy, The husband-and-wife team behind Sunshine Training.

What started as a passion for helping people build careers in the beauty industry has grown into something much bigger than we ever imagined.

Over the coming months, you'll see exciting changes, new opportunities, improved systems, additional support for educators, and a stronger Sunshine community than ever before.

We're not just building courses.

We're building an ecosystem designed to help educators, academies, learners, and industry professionals grow together.

Thank you to every learner, educator, academy, and supporter who has been part of this journey so far.

This is just the beginning. 💜

💜 A New Era Built on 11 Years of Experience

This August, Sunshine Training celebrates 11 years in business. 🎉

What started as a passion for the industry has grown into something much bigger than I ever imagined.

Since 2017, I've been supporting educators, helping training providers grow, and working alongside amazing professionals across the beauty industry.

Over the years, I've learned what educators need. I've listened to the challenges. I've seen the gaps. And I've worked tirelessly to create solutions.

That's why what we're building next isn't just another service...

✨ It's the next chapter.
✨ It's the evolution of Sunshine Training.
✨ It's a New Era.

The foundations have been built over 11 years. Now it's time to take things to the next level.

💜 Watch this space...

Slight change in hours at the salon but look at that late night and Sundays!

If you are booked in on a Monday or Tuesday after this time I will be in touch xx

Nail mail!!

I know a lot of you love your builder gel but this ladies is next level..no base coat or primer required.. Its all in one!

This product is the strongest on the market giving you 4 weeks of nail wear. Superior adhesion and is Hema free. It's stunning. Thinner and stronger nails.

I've got new cat eye magnets too! I cannot wait to use them on you!

Magpie Beauty

Absolutely thrilled to be in the finals for Nail technician of the year at The Yorkshire Beauty Industry awards.

Thank you to everyone who voted for me! It means the world. Its been a crazy 18 months but to have this recognition makes it all worthwhile.

Awards ceremony on the 14th November... must find something to wear! Can't wait!