A couple of weeks ago I went with my stepdaughter to her favorite tattoo shop. Jessica has a full sleeve on her arm and needed to have more work done on it. While I was there I decided to have some work done, too.
You see, I’ve had a tattoo on my ankle for about 7 years now. And, while I liked it, I didn’t love it. I picked it out off the wall in a local tattoo shop and felt like it wasn’t very unique. I also felt like it was a bit too small. You can see it here. So I wanted Jessica’s buddy Fred to update it and make it more unique, more whimsical, just more.
Of course I brought the camera along.
Yes, it hurts.
And it takes great concentration on the part of the tattoo artist.
And yes, I love it!
You want to hear something funny about this? The day we went to get the tattoos I put on Facebook that I was going to get some new ink with my stepdaughter. I told her, “some of my friends are dorks and they will think this means I’m going to Staples to buy a printer cartridge.”
I was right.
You know who you are.
Julie Said,
It looks great!
margene Said,
That is one awesome tatt! The color is great, too.
Nora Said,
I might have been one of those people… What?
I’ve become strangely addicted to the show “Tattoo Highway.” An interesting culture.
maryse Said,
oh i knew what you meant. i’m no dork. heh.
it looks great!
Kim Said,
Ouch……..it looks like it really hurts!
Ruth Said,
Missed the status update … but am pretty sure that my inherent dorkitude would have kicked in had I seen it.
Great tattoo — MUCH nicer than a printer cartridge.
Mel Said,
That there is some very nice ink indeed. Good on you for making it your own.
ChristyH Said,
Yes, I was a dork and thought you meant computer ink. My Dh has a tatoo from his time in the Marines. My skin is silky smooth and ink free. ;0) Enjoy your new art.
Laurie Said,
Very funny! Who knows the lingo unless you are involved? Do you know what sick kicks are? (You might, you have a daughter of the right age.)
Jean Said,
Brave woman! I’m scared to death of needles (bad childhood experience). The colors are really nice, maybe an anklet with a matching flower would accessorize your updated artwork.
Kris Said,
Its gorgeous!
And I for one new exactly what it was – due for some new ink myself. Its just that its been 12 years and I’ve turned into a wuss since then, so I keep stalling
Judy Said,
ooooww!! It looks great though. I like the updated version a lot. I’m a wimp when it comes to needles so go the henna route every now and then.
Jeanne Said,
Delurking to say that I love it! I have one tattoo on my shoulder, and have been wanting something on my foot/ankle…now I want to make the appointment!
jessica~ Said,
That is beautiful. Since I currently bear a thick black ‘tribal’ tat from years ago (blech) I sooo appreciate art with those delicate lines and beautiful flowers – like yours. I love those curly stems and detailed leaves!!! Great work!
Chris Said,
It looks great!
Inky Said,
that looks terrific! I am going to get more work on my right sleeve today as well. I love shiny new ink
Robby Said,
Although I would have understood the reference to ‘ink’, not sure I would have pictured something as elegant as that updated bit on your ankle. No ink for moi, and no needles unless it will ward off the plague. LOL
Donna Said,
I have to say, I am not a fan of tatoos but that looks great. It’s the first time I have ever said “oh, that might be nice to get”. But this chicken ain’t getting a tatoo!
I would have had a trip to Staples in mind too – yes, I am a nerd….
Carrie Said,
with as much ink as my stepdaughters both have, I’d have known what you meant. Yours is the first in a long while that has made me think about getting one again.
Cheryl S. Said,
I, too, would probably have thought printer ink. Or ink for some art project. I don’t have enough friends who talk about tattoos as “ink”, evidently.
I can’t imagine ever getting a tattoo myself (shudder), but I do think yours is pretty, and like the “updated” version better.
Ouch.
jill Said,
Hipster that (I’d like to think) I am, I would have understood the reference…OR, I would have thought, “Cool. Carole uses fountain pens too!” (Does that make me an uber-dork?).
deb Said,
So cool! *Sigh* – I want a tiny little bee (Greek meaning of “Deborah”) but ……
Deanna Said,
Nice! I’m itching for some new ink. I know what I want, I’m just waiting for one of my students to draw it for me.
Marcia Said,
Dork here, saying “OUCH, OUCH” to every one of those photos! Never in a milion, gazillion years, but I will say yours is one of the better ones I’ve seen.
JessaLu Said,
Nice! I like it!
I do not currently have any myself but I’ve been thinking about getting one to celebrate getting engaged and married…we’ll see. I floated the idea of R getting a wedding band tattoo but he didn’t really like it (cuz he’s a wuss) ;o)
Imbrium Said,
Beautiful! I wish I could take my mom in to get a tattoo….
Hillary Said,
The new ink looks great.
gale (she shoots sheep shots) Said,
Nice! It looks great with the new tattoo extension (growth?). You should have said you were going to the shop for some needlework and then we’d really have been confused.
Angelia Reed Said,
Nice! I’ve been thinking about getting a tatt for years. My facebook quiz (what kind of tatt should you get…) says I should get words. Still throwing around the idea. I’m trying to get a friend of mine to draw what I want. We’ll see.
Kassia Said,
Beautiful tattoo! Very cool! I got my first tattoo last fall and am excited to get my next one, but that’s a few months off yet. (if you’re on Ravelry, I’m Restoknitter and my tattoo is my avatar photo)
elizabeth Said,
Carole, I never would’ve guessed that you have a tat! I’ve always wanted one, always. I’m fascinated by them.
Carol Said,
I was wondering if you were going to blog about this. The new additions look beautiful. He did a wonderful job. I’ve been toying with the idea of ink for awhile and may take the plunge this summer. I was always scared of the pain but I’ve had 2 children now; it can’t be THAT bad, right?
LittleWit Said,
Your tat looks great!
Beth Said,
LOL! When I saw that on FB I wondered why it was a big deal to go buy printer cartridges. You’re right – I am a dork! It does look great!
Sara Said,
Raises hand! I would have been one of those that thought you went to Staples!
But, now I understand…and I love that tattoo. It is stunning! And, I think it’s you!
I’ve thought about it…but never had the nerve…
Cookie Said,
I knew what you meant as soon as I saw the title to this post. It’s wonderful! He did a lovely job.
I need to decide on what I want once and for all and just do it.
Kathy Said,
It looks great. I would have totally been in that category.
Harriet Said,
That is one beautiful tat. I love the delicate lines and vine work.
kmkat Said,
Yep. That dork?
Me.
Betty Said,
Very nice! I was wondering when you were going to show us.
BTW, when I saw the “getting ink” comment I immediately thought tattoo. No hesitation.
Sarah Said,
Hee-hee–Staples.
lisa Said,
So here’s a bunch of questions… did it hurt? when did you first get it? did you think ‘what will this look like when my body betrays me? will this look silly/ugly/odd when I’m old and wrinkly?
I keep thinking I might want to get one (but then I ask all those questions). To blend with (coordinate with?) a birth mark on my back/ribs that people often think is a rash (and ew, who wants to see rashy infection?), but it’s just colored skin.
My bro has a traditional 3/4 suit, and some odd tattoos. Says he does not plan to sell his skin (a black market commodity, you get half the money up front and your family gets half when you die).
And very funny about the ink!
Norma Said,
I do not like tattoos. But can I have that guy breathing over my leg??????
Karen Said,
Hmm, I might have thought that too.
It really looks nice! I love all the curly vines!
Susanne Said,
I love your tattoo. I got one in April on my 52nd birthday, it’s my own design, on my ankle and I love it so much, it makes me smile every time I look at it. My husband hates tattoos and ignores mine completely. Very funny I think.
Enjoy.
Susanne
Teyani Said,
love it.
as soon as I finish saving up for Carnegie, getting some ink of my own is top of my list.
Lifesastitch Said,
Very pretty upgrade. A friend of ours has a set of lips on his butt changed into a bluebird. There’s a story there