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How I did it How to Get a tattoo by Kaz

It took me: 2 Years

I felt: Happy

"The hardest part was deciding which design I wanted!"

How I did it

After the 6 months, I was still super keen to get a tattoo, so I started looking at designs that I wanted. After a bit of research on the internet, I found the tattoo I wanted. I made a copy of the pattern, and tried it out on various parts of my body to see where it would look best.

Once I had settled on the design and part of my body, I searched for a tattoo artist, making sure I went to a highly recommended one.

I started to collect pics of cool art and tattoos. I learned what a good line looked like and how tattoos fade. I finally decided on a Mehndi (henna tattoo) inspired look. actually designed two tattoos. I loved the last design, but the outline was complicated for a tattoo.Once I had the outline finished, I made copies and colored it in many times. I then looked on the internet to find an artist to do the Tattoo.

I was determined I wanted a tatto, but a friend advised me that I should wait 6 months before getting one - if I still wanted one as much at the end of the 6 months I should go for it, but if I didn't I would be glad I didn't rush into it. After the 6 months, I was still super keen to get a tattoo, so I started looking at designs that I wanted. After a bit of research on the internet, I found the tattoo I wanted. I made a copy of the pattern, and tried it out on various parts of my body to see where it would look best. Once I had settled on the design and part of my body, I searched for a tattoo artist, making sure I went to a highly recommended one. I started to collect pics of cool art and tattoos. I learned what a good line looked like and how tattoos fade. I finally decided on a Mehndi (henna tattoo) inspired look. actually designed two tattoos. I loved the last design, but the outline was complicated for a tattoo.Once I had the outline finished, I made copies and colored it in many times. I then looked on the internet to find an artist to do the Tattoo.

Tips & Advice For your first tattoo, I would recommend that you have it on a part of your body which can be easily covered. This way, if you don't like it, you can easily cover it up when in public. I found that tattoo on the bone really hurt - other parts of the body are not so bad. It is important that you really love your design. Look at it a lot in the weeks leading up to your tattoo - if you get bored of it, it is not for you.

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How I did it How to Get a tattoo by Jen78

It took me: 1 Days

I felt: Happy

"Er.. painful, but worth it."

How I did it

I had been thinking about having a tattoo for a long time - perhaps even 3 - 4 years, but had never done anything about it. I was speaking to a work friend about her tattoos, and she persuaded me to go ahead with my goal, despite the anxiety I felt about it (anxious about the pain, about it going wrong, about me hating it once it is done!).
So I made an appointment a couple of weeks later to get a tattoo of a flower on my right shoulder. I took my sister along for moral support and to hold my hand during the process - I was actually pretty nervous on the day.
I was told it would hurt - but did not expect it to hurt nearly as much as it did! I could bear the feeling at first, but after a couple of hours it took all my strength not to scream whenever the needle went in - be prepared for this when you have it done.
My tattoo has completely healed now and looks awesome - I am very glad I had it done but would not like to go through it again. I get a lot of compliments about it from strangers.

I had been thinking about having a tattoo for a long time - perhaps even 3 - 4 years, but had never done anything about it. I was speaking to a work friend about her tattoos, and she persuaded me to go ahead with my goal, despite the anxiety I felt about it (anxious about the pain, about it going wrong, about me hating it once it is done!). So I made an appointment a couple of weeks later to get a tattoo of a flower on my right shoulder. I took my sister along for moral support and to hold my hand during the process - I was actually pretty nervous on the day. I was told it would hurt - but did not expect it to hurt nearly as much as it did! I could bear the feeling at first, but after a couple of hours it took all my strength not to scream whenever the needle went in - be prepared for this when you have it done. My tattoo has completely healed now and looks awesome - I am very glad I had it done but would not like to go through it again. I get a lot of compliments about it from strangers.

Tips & Advice I would bring a bottle of water with you and keep drinking it during the process to stop you from passing out. Take slow deep breaths during the process, it will help you to control the pain. If you can, bring someone with you to talk to you and distract you. A stressball could be useful to squeeze when needed.

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a mayan star which means

On March 11th, 2011 honey77 says:

a mayan star which means belief in oneself

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First tatoo yesterday

On December 5th, 2010 Lizzy1 says:

I got my first tattoo yesterday - I wasn't 100% sure before, but now I have it, I LOVE IT! I am happy just looking about it, and the whole experience was bettwer than I imagined - the tatoo guy was great - took time to talk me through it all, which really helped.
It hurt, but less than I expected. The area is very tender, and to be honest I was gritting my teeth in pain at some parts, but totally worth it now. I think the tenderness will go in a few days.
I got a chinese symbol on my hand, it means inner strength :)

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Done, at last!

On December 5th, 2010 Barnsy says:

At last, I can tick ths goal off! Before I had it done, I was worried about the pain, but to be honest it is not that painful - it is just pretty uncomfortable, but bearable (don't be expecting a massage though!). I'd say, once you have definitely decided you want one, go and check out a tattoo artist to ensure you are comfortable with them. Probably best to talk to a few, as it is worth getting a good one (bear in mind this will be on your body for the rest of your life). They will give you an idea of price and timing, and it is all pretty simple from there.

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Fairy Tattoo

On October 27th, 2010 Jo says:

Ok - first step - I have decided on a tattoo I want. It is a small tattoo of a dolphin, on my right ankle. I have thought about this for ages, and I really love the fairy design so decided to go with this. I know how lame this sounds, but the design I selected is really elegant and I think it would look good on my ankle.
Next step is to speak to a couple of tattoo artists and book in my session. This is where I start to get nervous!

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Dolphin tattoo

On February 21st, 2010 Perc1 says:

I've always wanted a tattoo - I think they are so cool - I am just a bit worried that I will get bored with it or not like it after a while.
I really love dolphins, I always have, so I have decided I will get a dolphin tattoo. I just need to find an awesome design.

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Dolphin tattoo

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Getting closer....

On February 21st, 2010 Jo says:

I spent pretty much the whole day yesterday searching for designs which I would like for my tattoo.
I have come up with a short list of 16 designs which I review from fresh and hopefully make my decision by the end of the week.
I have also made a list of some of the best tattoo artists near me. As soon as I have decided upon my design I will make an appointment with them.

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I want a tattoo, but which one???

On February 21st, 2010 Barnsy says:

I have wanted a tattoo for a long time, however I am having problems just going for it! I have spent a lot of time considering what type of tattoo I would want, but just cannot decide on the one which would be right for me.
I have been through the process a few times where I have decided upon a tattoo that I want, think about it for some time, and then decide that I hate it!
Basically, this is a problem for me as I need the tattoo to have real meaning for me, to represent a deeper part of who I am. It is not enough for me to simply have a standard design and get on with it.

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How I did it How to Get a tattoo by Kaz

It took me: 2 Years

I felt: Happy

"The hardest part was deciding which design I wanted!"

How I did it

Once I had settled on the design and part of my body, I searched for a tattoo artist, making sure I went to a highly recommended one.

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How I did it How to Get a tattoo by Jen78

It took me: 1 Days

I felt: Happy

"Er.. painful, but worth it."

How I did it

I had been thinking about having a tattoo for a long time - perhaps even 3 - 4 years, but had never done anything about it. I was speaking to a work friend about her tattoos, and she persuaded me to go ahead with my goal, despite the anxiety I felt about it (anxious about the pain, about it going wrong, about me hating it once it is done!). So I made an appointment a couple of weeks later to get a tattoo of a flower on my right shoulder. I took my sister along for moral support and to hold my hand during the process - I was actually pretty nervous on the day. I was told it would hurt - but did not expect it to hurt nearly as much as it did! I could bear the feeling at first, but after a couple of hours it took all my strength not to scream whenever the needle went in - be prepared for this when you have it done. My tattoo has completely healed now and looks awesome - I am very glad I had it done but would not like to go through it again. I get a lot of compliments about it from strangers.

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How I did it How to Get a tattoo by Hemmer

It took me: 8 Months

I felt: Happy

"Choose a design which has real meaning to you."

How I did it

I had decided I wanted a tattoo, and started looking around at designs I would want.

I couldn't find one which was really right for me, so I designed my own using a symbol which has a lot of meaning to me. I also decided to have it on an area of my body which would not change significantly in the future and distort it.

I had decided I wanted a tattoo, and started looking around at designs I would want. I couldn't find one which was really right for me, so I designed my own using a symbol which has a lot of meaning to me. I also decided to have it on an area of my body which would not change significantly in the future and distort it.

Tips & Advice Once you have chosen your design, or designed your own, print out a copy and hand it somewhere you are likely to see it every day for a few weeks or months before you have it done. If you get it after this time, you will know it is the one for you.

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a mayan star which means

On March 11th, 2011 honey77 says:

a mayan star which means belief in oneself

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