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Karen's Tattoos Blog April 2004 Archive

By Karen L. Hudson, About.com Guide to Tattoos

Tat of the Week: Water Lilly

Sunday April 25, 2004
If you've ever taken a canoe through a pond, then you probably know the subtle beauty of lilly pads and their flowers floating on the surface of the calm ... Read More

Stretched Lobe and Cartilage Piercings

Sunday April 25, 2004
Here are two excellent examples of stretched ear piercings. This particular ear has been stretched in both the lobe and cartilage areas. Cartilage piercings requires much more careful stretching ... Read More

Question of the Week - Would a Stretched Piercing Shrink Back?

Sunday April 25, 2004
Q: If I stretch my ear piercings and then take the jewelry out, would my ear shrink back to the way it was? Or would it stay stretched forever? A: That ... Read More

Lobe Stretching Journal - Entry 1

Sunday April 25, 2004
On March 4, I had my piercer stretch my lobes from 14 gauge to 10 gauge. Getting them stretched wasn't too difficult, but that might be because I have an ... Read More

Tat of the Week - Harley Davidson Tribute

Sunday April 18, 2004
When it comes to biker tattoos, Harley Davidson symbols rank among the most popular. This particular Harley tattoo was inked by artist Little Gary of Little Gary's Tattooing in Dover, ... Read More

Forum Discussion - Which Came First, The Bike or the Tat?

Sunday April 18, 2004
I've heard many new bikers say that they felt the need to get a tattoo. I've also heard some say they didn't feel "right" buying a bike until they had ... Read More

Motorcycles and Tattoos

Sunday April 18, 2004
For some, the first sign of spring is the appearance of flower buds on the trees. For others, it's the first Robin hopping around looking for a worm. And then, ... Read More

Tattoos: Significance vs. Vanity

Saturday April 10, 2004
Many times when we talk to someone considering a tattoo - especially their first - we will encourage them to get something that has significance to them. A special meaning ... Read More

Personal Note: Update

Saturday April 10, 2004
Hi everyone. I am writing a quick note to let you know that I have been and will continue to be away from my email for a few days. I ... Read More

Kurt Cobain Remembered

Sunday April 4, 2004
Kurt Cobain, former Nirvana band member and inspiration to many from my generation, is being remembered today as it marks the 10th anniversary since his death. His passing, still ... Read More

Forum Discussion - Are White Ink Tattoos Possible?

Sunday April 4, 2004
Posted by SharpTattoos: Unfortunately, you have to get really lucky for a white tattoo to stay white. The paler you are, the better off you are, but finding an ... Read More

In the News: Canadian Prisons Set Up Tat Shops; IL Lowers Age Minimum

Sunday April 4, 2004
In an effort to stop the spread of tattoo-related diseases in Canada prisons, an experimental project will take place in 6 locations - to open up "legitimate" tattoo parlors, staffed ... Read More

Back From Vacation

Sunday April 4, 2004
For anyone that noticed I was gone for the last week, I am back from my Florida vacation. We met some really cool people along the way, had a great ... Read More

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