TEAM
OUR TEAM
ERICA MCARTHY
Owner & Master Stylist
Erica has owned Hair crafters since 2006. As a stylist for the past 25 years she has a keen eye for color, aesthetics, and details. One of Erica's passions behind the chair is creating up-styles, making her client feel extra beautiful for a special event.
Erica has been an Artistic Educator for both Moroccanoil and Matrix and has a passion for learning and sharing her knowledge. She has traveled with the education teams of both companies motivating and inspiring stylists.
Erica's family is her world. She has a teenage daughter, a loving and supporting husband and an abundance of extended family who she loves to spend time with. She strives to be a better mother, wife, stylist, educator, and business woman every day.
"I love coloring and styling hair. I want to make my clients feel better walking out of the salon than they do walking in." - Erica
SASHA MARTINEAU
Level 5 Stylist & Salon Manager
Sasha found her home at Hair Crafters in 2014. Starting out in 2010 Sasha focused specifically on training and education in hair color. Today she has found her passion in all aspects of doing hair. Sasha pays meticulous attention to detail when it comes to her clients hair, enjoying the process of achieving the final finished look.
Sasha is proud of all she has accomplished, and is thrilled to be working as a full-time stylist and salon manager. She is inspired by the cutting-edge nature of the hair industry and is determined to continue to grow as a dynamic stylist.
"My goal for guests as they sit in my chair is for them to have an experience they truly enjoy, and leave with a look they truly love." - Sasha
MELISSA BURNS
Master Nail Technician & Salon Assistant Manager
Melissa is a passionate and talented nail technician with 27 years of experience in the beauty industry. Melissa graduated from New England Hair Academy with her license as a Nail Technician. Melissa joined the Hair Crafters team 5 years ago where she has developed relationships with not only her clients but also with her colleagues. Melissa enjoys all aspects of the salon and is forever learning and evolving within the salon.
Melissa enjoys her role as assistant manager where she proves her ability to manage, multitask and prioritize the needs of the salon and her clients simultaneously. Her goal is to maintain a cohesive work environment and also maintain and improve salon operations.
While Melissa isn’t in the salon she enjoys gathering by the fire with her family and friends, and going on walks with the dogs and her husband. She also loves a good book!
“Being able to see a smile on my clients faces after their appointment reminds me of why I began working in this industry all those years ago. I am forever thankful to those who have walked alongside me on this journey”
- Melissa
HEATHER BROWN
Master Stylist
Heather Brown has been a hairstylist for 39 years. Originally from Maine, she moved to Massachusetts in 1990. She started cosmetology school in 1985 after attending the University of Maine/Orono for a year. She worked for about 5 years in Maine before moving to Massachusetts. She was a hairstylist in Boston, Chelsea, Saugus, Salem, and Danvers, meeting people and honing her skills as an artist. She worked behind the chair, while also working as a manager and an educator. She then came to Haircrafters almost 18 years ago. She has been able to learn from the stylists that she has had the privilege of working with over the years.
This business is fluid and ever-changing, and because of this, we have to be willing to grow and change with it. Her clients are what keeps her wanting to learn more and keep growing, both professionally and personally. She is really looking forward to working with each and every one of you to create a more beautiful you, and she invites all of you to come in and see what Hair Crafters is all about.
This business is fluid and ever-changing, and because of this, we have to be willing to grow and change with it. Her clients are what keeps her wanting to learn more and keep growing, both professionally and personally. She is really looking forward to working with each and every one of you to create a more beautiful you, and she invites all of you to come in and see what Hair Crafters is all about.
VANESSA THISTLEWOOD
Level 5 Stylist
Vanessa graduated from Masconomet Regional High School in 2005 and continued to pursue her career by attending New England Hair Academy where she received her cosmetology license in 2006.
Vanessa has been working at Hair Crafters since 2012 where she continues to strengthen her skills with classes and by exploring new trends and styles. Vanessa is very creative and enjoys coloring techniques with fashion colors and highlights. Another of Vanessa's areas of expertise is in creating up-styles for special events.
Vanessa has a family who means the world to her and each day she strives to be the best stylist, wife, mother, and friend that she can be.
Vanessa has a family who means the world to her and each day she strives to be the best stylist, wife, mother, and friend that she can be.
"I love making someone feel their best and having them walk out of the salon with confidence and a smile on their face." - Vanessa
AVA HALEY
Level 2 Stylist
Ava has been working at Hair Crafters for 3 years. She graduated from Peabody High School in 2021 and while attending she completed the cosmetology program that was offered there. She then went on to work as an assistant for Hair Crafters and within a few months got her cosmetology license and became an official part of the stylist team.
Ava is very passionate about giving her clients the best results possible when it comes to their hair, while also making them feel comfortable and heard throughout the process. She especially enjoys unique haircuts and experimenting with vivid colors. Ava continues to further her education by taking classes.
DANIELLE MCARTHY
Level 4 Aesthetician
Danielle has been working at Hair Crafters for Five years. As an aesthetician she specializes in aesthetics, bombshell waxing, lash extensions and spray tanning. Danielle holds multiple certifications for dermaplaning, speed waxing, lash extensions, lash lifts, brow lamination and chemical peels along with over 600 hours of aesthetics training.
Danielle is constantly pursuing more education and new ways to serve her clients and give them the best results possible. She is passionate about her job and finds that making her clients look and feel beautiful is extremely gratifying. She takes classes in not only skills, but also beauty lines and product ingredients to stay on top of her field. She is always there if you have a question or concern and will always research the proper answers for you and get you the products that you need.
Danielle lives in Amesbury with her fiancé and six amazing kids. She enjoys spending time with the family and their good boy, Brutus.
"The best part of my job is hearing a client say they never thought they would look in the mirror and love what they see. Never give up on your skincare goals and dreams. Let me help make them happen!" - Danielle
ANDREA BRITT
Level 4 Stylist
Andrea Britt has been a hairstylist at Hair Crafters since January 2023. Her journey in the beauty industry started over 20 years ago shortly after graduating Stoneham High School in 1999.
She received her Nail Technician License in 2001 at New England Nail Academy and worked in spas & salons in the Melrose/Wakefield area. After 6 years working as a nail tech, she started beauty school at Blaine in the city of Malden earning her cosmetology license in 2009. That’s where her passion for the hair industry began and continues to grow.
Her skills include creative hair-coloring, cutting, corrective coloring, formal styles, nail art and great customer service. She is certified in Brazilian Blowout services, Tape-in Extensions and has a Barbicide certificate.
She received her Nail Technician License in 2001 at New England Nail Academy and worked in spas & salons in the Melrose/Wakefield area. After 6 years working as a nail tech, she started beauty school at Blaine in the city of Malden earning her cosmetology license in 2009. That’s where her passion for the hair industry began and continues to grow.
Her skills include creative hair-coloring, cutting, corrective coloring, formal styles, nail art and great customer service. She is certified in Brazilian Blowout services, Tape-in Extensions and has a Barbicide certificate.
Andrea, her husband Richie and her 2 children live in Ipswich. They love music, sports, dancing, cooking, outdoors and, of course, spending time with family and friends. She has 2 cats and a dog.
“Having guests feel welcomed is my first priority. I strive to give them a clean environment with a customized haircut/color service that makes them feel amazing!
Working at Hair Crafters has been the best experience in my career. My professional hair goals will be easily achieved with the salon support system of Erica, the management team and my coworkers!" - Andrea
Working at Hair Crafters has been the best experience in my career. My professional hair goals will be easily achieved with the salon support system of Erica, the management team and my coworkers!" - Andrea
CONTACT INFO
Address: 15 Market Street, Ipswich, MA 01938
PARKING: Street parking is limited, so please use the parking lot directly behind the salon. There is a back door for clients.
Email: info@haircraftersipswich.com
Business Hours:
Monday 10-4
Tuesday 9-7
Wednesday 9-8
Thursday 9-7
Friday 9-6
Saturday 9-3
Sunday Closed