BUTTERFLY TATTOO IDEA to cover up existing tat?

canadianch

Sorry this is going to be long..

A while ago i got a tattoo on my lower back on a symbol that means best friends, and my 'best friend ' got one too, needless to say its a stupid idea and we arent even really friends anymore.
I don't want a tattoo on my body that means nothing to me and only reminds me of bitter memories,
so i was thinking of getting a colourful butterfly tattoo to cover it up. My current one is black and small, do you think a colored tattoo would cover this?
also , is a butterfly a good idea. i have always loved them and to me it means coming out of my cocoon and opening my wings and flying away and being my own person and not letting mistakes keep me down. a butterfly tattoo means freedom and beauty which is something i really want to express.
i want to make this butterfly tattoo more special and different and was thinking of taking my mom and dads signatures and putting them alongside either wing to signify they are the ones who gave me those wings in the first place.
does this make sense to you guys, and what do you think?
do you have any other good ideas for colors or anything i could do to make this tattoo more original as well?/
thanks, and please no negative comments!

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That is an awesome idea, I'm not really into tattoos, but my son and daughter both did meaningful tattoos and my daughter was 17 so she got a bad tattoo that looked like a moth or bat on her foot with swirls that was black and I consented for her to go to Brothers Ink in Sierra Vista Arizona she found a young lady by the name of Shorty who did a beautiful fix up with colors and it is now beautiful with turquoise, purple and pink. Do your research in your area and you will find that a good artist can do anything and when they find out you've done your research they will compete with bids to do your fix up. My daughter paid $30 to a new artist just starting out and he did guy tattoos great, but was not so good with feminine things like butterflies. My daughter then started researching in Tucson and S.V. and got price ranges from $150-$250 to fix her foot tattoo and she found this lady who did beautiful work and told her she would only charge her $60 and she did the work of someone who could have easily charged $250. Now people are amazed and say they would never believe that was a cover up if they hadn't of seen her before and after in person.

I love your idea and story behind the meaning for your tattoo fix up! I think if I wasn't such a chicken I would have gone through with my BFF, which your right only lasted from middle school through our children's adolescence and now we don't talk anymore over her man coming on to me. I told her and she believed him until she caught him cheating 6 months later. Though she could never admit she was wrong or even just apologize, or say lets forget the past and let it be. Needless to say our tattoo was an island design with palm tree to signify all the summers we spent through high school in Hawaii together. She already had a tattoo of an angle fish so I made her go first then chickened out and I'm glad I did.

Anyway I wish you all the best and I'm sure your idea is definitely original and will be beautiful! Just do your research and get price quotes and make sure the artists work on display in a shop is the artist you are using, so you may want to ask who in each shop specializes in feminine tattoos, or butterflies and ask to see their work. Get business cards with a quote, or keep notes so you know who to ask for when you call back when you decide which shop or artist you will use.

I'd also love to see a picture of your finished work I bet it will be beautiful. Feel free to email me on yahoo, I believe mine is set to accept emails.

Opinions on this Butterfly tattoo?

M�ren L

http://blogs.babycenter.com/momformation/files/2009/02/tattoo-by-shannon-archuleta.jpg

What do you think of this tattoo?

I'm thinking about getting this done soon and I've been getting mixed reviews on it, my friends thinks it's to much and my boyfriend likes it.
I'm thinking of getting mine much smaller than that though
mrstomikaulitz - well I want it exactly like that pic , with the butterflies going in the same direction as pictured but on a much smaller scale

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i hate butterflies and have a great dislike for butterfly tattoos. however, this one is very interesting and is growing on me the more i view it. i think it would look really beautiful if you had it on the same place of your back, and agree that at a smaller scale it would be more tasteful. in addition, i think you should ask your artist to either put some color in the wings of the butterflies or add some black/grey shading... to give it more depth, personality, and realism. it would also make the tattoo more your own and appear less that you copied someones tattoo, which is a really tacky and inconsiderate thing to do.

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Opinions on this Butterfly tattoo?

M�ren L

http://blogs.babycenter.com/momformation/files/2009/02/tattoo-by-shannon-archuleta.jpg

What do you think of this tattoo?

I'm thinking about getting this done soon and I've been getting mixed reviews on it, my friends thinks it's to much and my boyfriend likes it.
I'm thinking of getting mine much smaller than that though
mrstomikaulitz - well I want it exactly like that pic , with the butterflies going in the same direction as pictured but on a much smaller scale

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i hate butterflies and have a great dislike for butterfly tattoos. however, this one is very interesting and is growing on me the more i view it. i think it would look really beautiful if you had it on the same place of your back, and agree that at a smaller scale it would be more tasteful. in addition, i think you should ask your artist to either put some color in the wings of the butterflies or add some black/grey shading... to give it more depth, personality, and realism. it would also make the tattoo more your own and appear less that you copied someones tattoo, which is a really tacky and inconsiderate thing to do.

TATTOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!?

Paigeee <3

I'm 15 and my step mom said i can get a tattoo when i turn 16 which is jan 6th. What should my first tattoo be a tramp stamp or like a little star or something? If you have any suggestions plz write them down & try to put a picture lol thank you!!!!!!!

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First, don't let anyone sway your opinion on if you want a lower back tattoo. They were around long before the term "tramp stamp" was invented, and they'll be around long after people ask "what's a tramp stamp?". If that's what you want, then go for it!

Second, seeing as to how tattoos are forever, make it something meaningful, or something that you will enjoy for the rest of your life. Remember that likes and dislikes will change a lot over your life (especially in the next 5 years of your life), so when you make your decision, make sure that it won't be something you'll hate later on in life, such as lyrics from a band you can't remember 20 years from now ^_~ (however, if it's meaningful lyrics, or from your 'all time favorite band', then consider it [ex: I would be happy with the lyrics from Metallica's Fade to Black, but I'd kick myself if I had Vanilla Ice's Ice Ice Baby]).

Likewise, if you choose some picture of some sort, unless you plan to have a 'child-like playfulness' about you your entire life, I would avoid any sort of child-like imagery (if fate should have it that, at 80, you're a bitter old woman, you will hate the lollipop tattoo on your ankle), or conversely, anything too 'extreme' from your 'average self' (if at 80 you're a kid-at-heart, the tattoo that reminds you to take the "safe route" might become too stuffy for you).

For something meaningful, consider your own personality traits. If you think of yourself as being courageous, pick a lion. If you're cute, pick a puppy or a ribbon. If you love stargazing, pick celestial figures. If you're religious, pick your favorite passage from your (insert appropriate book here), or an icon from your favorite story. If you take pride in your heritage, pick a pattern based off that heritage... and so on.

If you want something purely artistic but simple, some suggestions: a shower of stars, a rainbow ending in a cloud, butterflies (consider natural butterflies as well, as they are just as vivid in nature as our own imaginations), frogs, geckos, vines, flowers, leaves, small birds, owls, or smiley face with "Have A Nice Day" (or maybe a pirate happy face with "Have A Piratey Day, ARRR!", or some other theme like that).

Most tattoo shops will have flash (common tattoo images) on their walls for you to look at, so if no ideas here satisfy what you want, check out their flash, and see if you can't work with your artist to come up with something that's "uniquely you".

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my skin is about the color of peanutbutter & i want a tattoo. what colors will show up best with my skin tone?

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cans

im planning on getting 3 small (about 1 1/2 - 2 in. in diameter) butterfly tattoos my torso. im thinking of simply sticking to black, but i would like to have greens and purples if possible.
your time is valued, thanks!

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Maybe think about just getting a black and gray tattoo. I know it doesn't sound like much, but in the long run - often times they look better on your skin tone. You're lucky to have such pretty skin, and with a color tattoo, the color will show up, because the ink soaks into your skin, but a black tattoo would show up and look nicer and fresher.

If you really want to go with color, I think red would be one that would show up pretty good.

How much does it cost to get a small tattoo?

Sarah

Its for my story Im not going to get one! Its a small butterfly thats black no color
http://girlstattoodesigns.org/wp-content/gallery/small-tattoos-for-girls/small-butterfly-tattoo-on-shoulder-c2b93cf2caee712b5f2c309d6d856e4366cd7ce0.jpg

and its smaller than that its about the size of a quarter on her wrist :)

Thanks!

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I have a tiny one about that size that cost me $80 .... If it's good, it'll cost a little more :P good luck on your story

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How should I make my tattoo more elaborate?

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Tricia

I already have a blue butterfly tattoo on my foot. I am looking to make it more elaborate and give it that wow factor. Unfortunately, all of my ideas are either too lame or too detailed for such a small area. Please help!

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Is your tattoo outlined with black? If it is, have the black rimmed with white ink, it will really make your tattoo pop.

How bad does a lower back tattoo hurt?

brittiany

Helloo . So I have been wanting to get a butterfly tattoo (colored) on my lower back for a long time... And might get it done tomorrow. How bad does it hurt? And also whats the least painful spot to get one?

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Anywhere that is more "fleshy" or where it's not directly on top of bone (Example: ribs) are more likely to hurt less, but you'll still feel "pain" or the tattoo needle on your skin regardless of where you'll get it. Arms and legs (depending exactly where) will usually hurt less--for most people. Places like ribs and feet will hurt more. White ink is also supposed to hurt more than colored or black ink.

Lower back tattoos aren't that bad...but that's really hard to say because I don't know your pain tolerance.

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How much does a medium-sized butterfly tattoo usually cost?

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chocolateh

If you're wondering where I want it, it's going to be somewhere on my back between my shoulder blades. Also, I'd like to have my butterfly tattoo to be the colors of black and blue.

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Depends on who does it, really. I've paid $90 for a simple, very small one (slightly larger than a quarter)...and $200 for one larger than my hand with multiple colors. Nobody here can tell you what someone in your area will charge. There are no standard rates, sorry.

What color should I do for my butterfly tattoo?

KT

I just got an awesome Butterfly tattoo on my hip/love handle. It's about six inches wide and so far looks amazing, We've got the outline and the black filled in. I haven't put any colors on it yet and am not sure which colors would look best.

I think a light pink to Lavender would be pretty but have also seen some bright blue and teal ones that look cool?

I need suggestions..:)

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Black is the most bold for tattoos, anything else appears faded.
But of course it is up to you, pink sounds really nice! You could have a mixture of different colours too =)

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How to cover up a butterfly tattoo?

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Christian

I have a fairly small black butterfly tattoo on the small of my back. It was my first tattoo and it looks like crap. There is no way to fill it in, it's not symmetrical and clashes with the dragon and phoenix tattoos I have on my upper back.

I've googled images of butterfly tattoo cover ups but I'd rather make it something else, not a butterfly if possible. Ideas?

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Go to a tattooist and they'll help you come up with something.

How much does a medium-sized butterfly tattoo usually cost?

chocolateh

If you're wondering where I want it, it's going to be somewhere on my back between my shoulder blades. Also, I'd like to have my butterfly tattoo to be the colors of black and blue.

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Depends on who does it, really. I've paid $90 for a simple, very small one (slightly larger than a quarter)...and $200 for one larger than my hand with multiple colors. Nobody here can tell you what someone in your area will charge. There are no standard rates, sorry.

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What do you guys think about inner thigh tattoos?

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lachatnoir

don't answer with "very nice when you're 80" please.
i was considering getting a black and blue butterfly tattoo on my left inner thigh to represent Angel Sanctuary, mirroring Belial's tattoo. Does it look ok there? I notice that it is quite a fatty area. Is it an area prone to fast tattoo detorioration?
thanks

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it sounds like it would hurt since thats a sensitive area.
if the tat means somethin to you, then its ok to get it, and its not true that you should get it where everyone can see it. you can get it for yourself and youll know you only be sharin it with someone u care about.. or care enough about to let them look there.
one other thing, the butterfly to some people (especially if you get it there) would represent you as a whore. no offense. butterflies wit their wings always open (legs) goin from flower to flower (dif men)

Why is my two week old tattoo is wrinkled and gray in some places?

I got a black tattoo of a butterfly two weeks ago. Ever since I have taken care of it as well as possible. I am using lubiederm 3 times a day and only a thin layer, but it still has become very wrinkled with lines throughout it. And even worse in some spots it looks very faded. Is this normal or am I doing something wrong? Any help would be really great.

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yes that is completely normal for it to do that. it is not uncommon to need to go get it recolored once or twice before its color really stands out. many tattoo artists will go over the tat a couple times in the first year without charging you anything. if they do want to charge you then try and find one that will guarantee their work and ditch any that wont

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Why is my two week old tattoo is wrinkled and gray in some places?

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I got a black tattoo of a butterfly two weeks ago. Ever since I have taken care of it as well as possible. I am using lubiederm 3 times a day and only a thin layer, but it still has become very wrinkled with lines throughout it. And even worse in some spots it looks very faded. Is this normal or am I doing something wrong? Any help would be really great.

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yes that is completely normal for it to do that. it is not uncommon to need to go get it recolored once or twice before its color really stands out. many tattoo artists will go over the tat a couple times in the first year without charging you anything. if they do want to charge you then try and find one that will guarantee their work and ditch any that wont

I'm considering getting a tattoo on my lower back?

I have a q

I'm 15 and lately I have been thinking about getting a small black butterfly tattoo on my lower back (like 2 inches). I heard it really hurts to get tattoos, and someone told me that it can affect your baby if you are pregnant. I'm worried though because If I do get one I never want to regret it. And I don't want to get some kind of skin cancer. But I think getting a tattoo there would be pretty!
Suggestions?

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you cant get skin cancer from a tattoo!! LMAO that is the funniest thing i have ever heard!

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