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Karen's Tattoos Blog November 2008 Archive

By Karen L. Hudson, About.com Guide to Tattoos since 1999

Top 10 Gift Ideas for Body Art Enthusiasts

Sunday November 30, 2008
Looking for a great gift idea for someone who is a body art enthusiast? Some of us can be difficult to buy for, but here is a list of ideas ... Read More

Holiday Gift Idea: Tattoo Magazine Subscriptions

Sunday November 30, 2008
A magazine subscription is a great gift for a body art enthusiast or even someone that's just curious and likes to look at the designs. This is also a great ... Read More

Forum: Tattoo Aftercare in Thailand?

Sunday November 30, 2008
Sickboy85 writes: "So i just got a tattoo in Thailand about a day ago or so ago. Im living in Vietnam now and what i can get [for] taking care ... Read More

In the News

Sunday November 30, 2008
Toys for Tats From now until December 20, Vishnu Bunny Tattoo in Sioux Falls, SD, is offering 50% off coupons for a tattoo when you bring in a new toy ... Read More

AZ Artist Breaks World Record

Sunday November 23, 2008
See what happens on the inside of breaking and making a world record as Hollis Cantrell and his crew attempt the record for the most tattoos in a 24-hour period. ... Read More

Forum Discussion: Ridiculed for Wanting Simple Black Dot Tattoo

Sunday November 23, 2008
cfryling writes: "I would like to get a tattoo that is profoundly meaningful and minimalistically symbolic to me but admittedly silly and meaningless to others: A small black dot ... Read More

News - Kentucky Kitchen Magician Busted by Police

Sunday November 23, 2008
Kitchen Magician (Scratcher) Busted by Police Texas Tattoo Shop Raided Tattoo Artist Charged with Skimming Off the Top 300 Poppy Tattoos in 24 Hours Raises Money for Charity Tattoo Shop Closed for Not Having ... Read More

Twilight Fans Show Devotion with Tattoos

Sunday November 16, 2008
Twilight is a major topic of conversation around my house and neighborhood. My daughter and I have both been reading (and enjoying!) the series and both of us have several ... Read More

This Week's Body Art News

Sunday November 16, 2008
Virginia Changes Blood Donation Wait Period Laws Tattoo Artist Fears for Life, Leaves Clients Behind Chapman's Rape Trial Begins

Forum Topic: Thoughts on Numbing Creams

Sunday November 16, 2008
ThumperWabbt writes: "Lidocaine creams and patches take a long time (an hour or more) to actually numb the skin, and after that the numbing fades too quickly (15-30 minutes) to ... Read More

Photo Tour of Hollywood Stars Tattoo

Sunday November 9, 2008
In stark contrast to my visit to L.A. Ink's High Voltage Tattoo, we were welcomed so warmly at Hollywood stars that we really hated to leave! The owner, Erik, gave ... Read More

Help Create a Tattoo Coloring Book for Toys for Tots

Sunday November 9, 2008
Ryan Adams - a tattoo artist from Inspired by Ink in Columbus, Ohio - is wanting to put together a coloring book of tattoo style drawings for Toys for Tots. ... Read More

Boss Won't Allow Lip Piercing

Sunday November 9, 2008
candycoated585 writes: "hey I've been really wanting my lip pierced but my boss won't let me get it :( is there anyway i could get it on a friday night ... Read More

In the News: Couple Have Halloween Wedding at Tattoo Shop

Sunday November 9, 2008
A Connecticut couple recently got married under the most un-traditional circumstances possible. The bride and groom, dressed as characters from the horror film Return of the Living Dead, tied the ... Read More

INKED Magazine Teams up with The Smiths for Tattoo Contest

Wednesday November 5, 2008
In conjunction with their upcoming release of classic and rare tracks by the 80s UK rock band - The Smiths - Inked Magazine is hosting a contest, looking for fans ... Read More

My Visit to the L.A. Ink Shop, High Voltage

Sunday November 2, 2008
There's a reason that I don't show up at a shop with my notebook and press creds in hand - I want to see how well any client walking through ... Read More

QOW: Easiest Way to Clean Tragus/Ear Piercings

Sunday November 2, 2008
Question: I came across your page while trying to find out ways to care for a tragus piercing. I was told it was easiest to clean while in the shower ... Read More

In the News - Apartment Complex Denies Tattooed/Pierced Applicants

Sunday November 2, 2008
Apartment Complex Denies Tattooed and Pierced ApplicantsA Texas apartment complex has recently come under fire for refusing applicants who are tattooed, pierced or otherwise "undesirable" additions to their community. This ... Read More

Girl With 80+ Tattooed Celebrity Signatures

Sunday November 2, 2008
Watch this video for an interesting story about a young woman who now has over 80 celebrity signatures tattooed onto her body. The strangest part about the story is that ... Read More

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