Would you say go for it to someone who's swaying towards getting one?
Also would like to know what it felt like for you, the pain, etc.
Thanks
Also would like to know what it felt like for you, the pain, etc.
Thanks
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Sorry *tattoo 
It does really hurt, so think seriously about it. I don't regret getting mine, though. 
Knuckle dots. It ends there.
quote:Originally posted by PeterCat:
It does really hurt, so think seriously about it. I don't regret getting mine, though.
Thanks PC
Honesty is the best policy, esp when tattoos are involved 
Someone described it as a scratching feeling, was that the case for you?
depends where you have it and how much outline/infill..
it is like being scratched by a cat.. alot..
it is like being scratched by a cat.. alot..
Take a couple of painkillers before you go.
quote:Originally posted by tupps:
depends where you have it and how much outline/infill..
it is like being scratched by a cat.. alot..
I'd say that's about right. Mine had a lot of infill so it did go on for quite a while. I'd also say that you should watch out for suddenly feeling hot. I did and got him to stop for a while because I think I'd have passed out for a moment otherwise.
quote:Originally posted by tupps:
depends where you have it and how much outline/infill..
it is like being scratched by a cat.. alot..
Thanks Tupps
Just want 3 small black stars on my shoulder, no colour 
quote:Originally posted by carotino:
Knuckle dots. It ends there.
What do knuckle dots mean carotino?
quote:Originally posted by PeterCat:quote:Originally posted by tupps:
depends where you have it and how much outline/infill..
it is like being scratched by a cat.. alot..
I'd say that's about right. Mine had a lot of infill so it did go on for quite a while. I'd also say that you should watch out for suddenly feeling hot. I did and got him to stop for a while because I think I'd have passed out for a moment otherwise.
That helps thank you What worries me is how to stay still 
quote:Originally posted by Darnell 2 Win =D:quote:Originally posted by tupps:
depends where you have it and how much outline/infill..
it is like being scratched by a cat.. alot..
Thanks Tupps
That shouldn't be too bad (or take too long either).
quote:Originally posted by Darnell 2 Win =D:quote:Originally posted by PeterCat:quote:Originally posted by tupps:
depends where you have it and how much outline/infill..
it is like being scratched by a cat.. alot..
I'd say that's about right. Mine had a lot of infill so it did go on for quite a while. I'd also say that you should watch out for suddenly feeling hot. I did and got him to stop for a while because I think I'd have passed out for a moment otherwise.
Well do try taking some painkillers before you go (but not aspirin). Also, the staying still is only hard right at the start - after that it gets easier. I'd recommend talking to the tattooist about your worries before you start.
quote:Originally posted by Scotty:quote:Originally posted by carotino:
Knuckle dots. It ends there.
What do knuckle dots mean carotino?
FFFFF em I think?
quote:Originally posted by PeterCat:quote:Originally posted by Darnell 2 Win =D:quote:Originally posted by tupps:
depends where you have it and how much outline/infill..
it is like being scratched by a cat.. alot..
Thanks Tupps
That shouldn't be too bad (or take too long either).
Phew
Thanks So it's not like unbearable pain, or like having an injection? Sorry for all the questions 
quote:Originally posted by Darnell 2 Win =D:quote:Originally posted by tupps:
depends where you have it and how much outline/infill..
it is like being scratched by a cat.. alot..
Thanks Tupps
NP chick..
Stars are cute btw.. it shouldn't be too bad.. rule of thumb I think is the less fleshy the more it'll smart. But like PeterCat says, if you feel a bit funny and you need a break then just say and the tattooist will give you a moment... don't be afraid to ask if you need it. Remember to take water with you.
Don't have any but I do love them on men....
quote:Originally posted by PeterCat:quote:Originally posted by Darnell 2 Win =D:quote:Originally posted by PeterCat:quote:Originally posted by tupps:
depends where you have it and how much outline/infill..
it is like being scratched by a cat.. alot..
I'd say that's about right. Mine had a lot of infill so it did go on for quite a while. I'd also say that you should watch out for suddenly feeling hot. I did and got him to stop for a while because I think I'd have passed out for a moment otherwise.
Well do try taking some painkillers before you go (but not aspirin). Also, the staying still is only hard right at the start - after that it gets easier. I'd recommend talking to the tattooist about your worries before you start.
That's not a bad idea knowing me
That's good, will do Might take some Iburprofen, that's usually good Am going to queue up on a saturday, the day they don't take bookings, so will have to time it right quote:Originally posted by stonks:
Don't have any but I do love them on men....
quote:Originally posted by tupps:quote:Originally posted by stonks:
Don't have any but I do love them on men....
I have my portrait on a mans arm..pity it aint my husbands....
Have 13 all told... Pain is like a poking yerself with a pin.... But hey i was young then..... Where they are counts nowadays............... No one wants to employ someone with Tats on their face/hands etc; as it is not the norm today... Think hard before you have them--- They are there forever.
quote:Originally posted by tupps:quote:Originally posted by Darnell 2 Win =D:quote:Originally posted by tupps:
depends where you have it and how much outline/infill..
it is like being scratched by a cat.. alot..
Thanks Tupps
NP chick..
Stars are cute btw.. it shouldn't be too bad.. rule of thumb I think is the less fleshy the more it'll smart. But like PeterCat says, if you feel a bit funny and you need a break then just say and the tattooist will give you a moment... don't be afraid to ask if you need it. Remember to take water with you.
Thanks hun
Am such a wimp when it comes to pain thats what scares me Always watch Miami ink and they look so calm but then it's diff in RL Do you think it would hurt on the bone bit of the shoulders? Am quite a small build. Glad you can ask for a break.. makes me feel better Thanks hun, sounds like a good idea quote:Originally posted by stonks:quote:Originally posted by tupps:quote:Originally posted by stonks:
Don't have any but I do love them on men....
I have my portrait on a mans arm..pity it aint my husbands....
Husssy quote:Originally posted by Real:
Have 13 all told... Pain is like a poking yerself with a pin.... But hey i was young then..... Where they are counts nowadays............... No one wants to employ someone with Tats on their face/hands etc; as it is not the norm today... Think hard before you have them--- They are there forever.
Thanks Real
Am considering it carefully, a scary thing to think about Wow 13.. you are brave So the pain isn't the worst kind of pain in the world?quote:Originally posted by stonks:quote:Originally posted by tupps:quote:Originally posted by stonks:
Don't have any but I do love them on men....
I have my portrait on a mans arm..pity it aint my husbands....
Just be careful what you choose, my eldest was in the Army for 8 years, he had a tattoo done when he was stationed in Germany, It supposed to be a loving couple rising from the ashes, it looks good with his arm down, except when he has his elbow's on the table it looks like a cartoon dog. I'm sure the tattooist did it on purpose.
quote:Originally posted by Essex Angel:
Just be careful what you choose, my eldest was in the Army for 8 years, he had a tattoo done when he was stationed in Germany, It supposed to be a loving couple rising from the ashes, it looks good with his arm down, except when he has his elbow's on the table it looks like a cartoon dog. I'm sure the tattooist did it on purpose.
Aww thanks Essex Angel quote:Originally posted by Essex Angel:
Just be careful what you choose, my eldest was in the Army for 8 years, he had a tattoo done when he was stationed in Germany, It supposed to be a loving couple rising from the ashes, it looks good with his arm down, except when he has his elbow's on the table it looks like a cartoon dog. I'm sure the tattooist did it on purpose.
OMG I thought you were about 18 to 30....
quote:Originally posted by Darnell 2 Win =D:quote:Originally posted by tupps:quote:Originally posted by Darnell 2 Win =D:quote:Originally posted by tupps:
depends where you have it and how much outline/infill..
it is like being scratched by a cat.. alot..
Thanks Tupps
NP chick..
Stars are cute btw.. it shouldn't be too bad.. rule of thumb I think is the less fleshy the more it'll smart. But like PeterCat says, if you feel a bit funny and you need a break then just say and the tattooist will give you a moment... don't be afraid to ask if you need it. Remember to take water with you.
Thanks hun
The question is--- Why do i need a Tatt?? Do not follow friends or Mags on the subject.... It is a personal choice... Do you want/need one??? what is your motivation to have one??? It is there for life--- Don't follow trends---- Trends change.... IMO nowadays--- no-one notices wether or not anyone has one... unless it stcks out like a sore thumb in a place where it can be seen and a lot of folk would not like it... Get your mate to draw a tat where you want one in marker pen and see what responce you get from it.
ps; i did a lot of mine by myself using a needle and indian ink...
Might get 57 stars on my face.
quote:Originally posted by stonks:quote:Originally posted by Essex Angel:
Just be careful what you choose, my eldest was in the Army for 8 years, he had a tattoo done when he was stationed in Germany, It supposed to be a loving couple rising from the ashes, it looks good with his arm down, except when he has his elbow's on the table it looks like a cartoon dog. I'm sure the tattooist did it on purpose.
OMG I thought you were about 18 to 30....
I think I've just fell in love with Stonks, hope you're a man
What about when you are 80 and wrinkly?
quote:Originally posted by Essex Angel:quote:Originally posted by stonks:quote:Originally posted by Essex Angel:
Just be careful what you choose, my eldest was in the Army for 8 years, he had a tattoo done when he was stationed in Germany, It supposed to be a loving couple rising from the ashes, it looks good with his arm down, except when he has his elbow's on the table it looks like a cartoon dog. I'm sure the tattooist did it on purpose.
OMG I thought you were about 18 to 30....
I think I've just fell in love with Stonks, hope you're a man
Dam... Stonks nicked my chat up line. quote:Originally posted by Essex Angel:quote:Originally posted by stonks:quote:Originally posted by Essex Angel:
Just be careful what you choose, my eldest was in the Army for 8 years, he had a tattoo done when he was stationed in Germany, It supposed to be a loving couple rising from the ashes, it looks good with his arm down, except when he has his elbow's on the table it looks like a cartoon dog. I'm sure the tattooist did it on purpose.
OMG I thought you were about 18 to 30....
I think I've just fell in love with Stonks, hope you're a man
Soz no..but I'm still shocked you are older thanmy minds eye thought, if I had to put an age on you I'd say 23..Gawd us fogies are young..hell yeragh....
quote:Originally posted by pretty~cocoa~eyes:
What about when you are 80 and wrinkly?
Everyone on this forum already is.
quote:Originally posted by Real:quote:Originally posted by Essex Angel:quote:Originally posted by stonks:quote:Originally posted by Essex Angel:
Just be careful what you choose, my eldest was in the Army for 8 years, he had a tattoo done when he was stationed in Germany, It supposed to be a loving couple rising from the ashes, it looks good with his arm down, except when he has his elbow's on the table it looks like a cartoon dog. I'm sure the tattooist did it on purpose.
OMG I thought you were about 18 to 30....
I think I've just fell in love with Stonks, hope you're a man
If the price is right I'll write some more....
quote:Originally posted by Real:quote:Originally posted by Darnell 2 Win =D:quote:Originally posted by tupps:quote:Originally posted by Darnell 2 Win =D:quote:Originally posted by tupps:
depends where you have it and how much outline/infill..
it is like being scratched by a cat.. alot..
Thanks Tupps
NP chick..
Stars are cute btw.. it shouldn't be too bad.. rule of thumb I think is the less fleshy the more it'll smart. But like PeterCat says, if you feel a bit funny and you need a break then just say and the tattooist will give you a moment... don't be afraid to ask if you need it. Remember to take water with you.
Thanks hun
The question is--- Why do i need a Tatt?? Do not follow friends or Mags on the subject.... It is a personal choice... Do you want/need one??? what is your motivation to have one??? It is there for life--- Don't follow trends---- Trends change.... IMO nowadays--- no-one notices wether or not anyone has one... unless it stcks out like a sore thumb in a place where it can be seen and a lot of folk would not like it... Get your mate to draw a tat where you want one in marker pen and see what responce you get from it.
Good questions Real
I feel like this is something I have to do for myself, which I want to do. My confidence vanished last year and getting this tattoo is a sign of how far I've come for me The stars I really like and even if the worst comes to the worst I will be able to hide them discreetly. Good idea, might just do that A needle and indian ink quote:Originally posted by pretty~cocoa~eyes:
What about when you are 80 and wrinkly?
My husbands nan had tats, she was an old East London girl. Born in about 1910, she detested them, it was tragic to see her in a heatwave wearing a long sleeved cardie because she hated her arms.
quote:Originally posted by pretty~cocoa~eyes:
What about when you are 80 and wrinkly?
Don't think the tats will be a concern then...
Knowing what is where and who is who would be more of a problem i think. quote:Originally posted by pretty~cocoa~eyes:
What about when you are 80 and wrinkly?
Thats what I always think with a woman but with a man....gawd I find it such a turn on....