…I’ve always been a little scared to get a tattoo. I have a needle issue and then there was the prospect of having something on my body that I couldn’t remove. Hair color grows out, ear piercings can heal but tattoos are forever. I’ve also never had something I was willing to tattoo onto myself, never had something I was willing to spend the rest of my life looking at.
Then, last year while I was talking to Amy during a fiber fest, I told her that I was thinking about getting a tattoo. Then I said, “I’m thinking about getting a bee.” She looked at me and said, “you *need* a bee.” And that was that. ;o)
There were other conversations with other friends and all of those helped solidify her statement and my resolve to put on my big girl pants and give this tattoo thing a whirl. So, I now have a bee.
You might recognize it if you’ve ever purchased a bag from me at a fiber festival. This is the stamp I use for the back of my hang tags. Why did I choose this, you ask? To remind myself that I can build something from nothing, with perseverance, hard work and a lot of sweat equity.
…and now, because it took (literally) five minutes and it barely hurt, I’m already thinking about getting another one. ;o) hehe
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Pumpkin Passport 5 April 2016
02-03-2016
2016 stitch-along from The Frosted Pumpkin Stitchery
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StoryTime Sampler 3 February 2016
I don’t know if this project will stay here, but I wanted a spot to put all of my photos for the current sampler I’m cross stitching.
02-03-2016
I’ve put this on ‘hibernating’ status since I’m trying to decide what to do - I kind of want to pick my favorite 6 and make a mini sampler since there are some books in the mix that aren’t my favorites
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Simple Fingerless Mitts 3 February 2016
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Mittens for Boothbait 31 December 2015
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Congrats on getting your first tattoo. No matter the size, as long as it is something that you love, then its perfect!
Amy Darsie’s last post …Knit and Crochet Blog Week – Sunday
It’s adorable! And yeah, tattoos can be addicting.
Carole’s last post …Weekending
Very cute! I think you need a hive of them. :-)
I love it! Your hesitation sounds very similar to mine. I’ve yet to find what would be good for me – but the bee is absolutely perfect for you – for all the reasons you laid out.
Jennifer’s last post …An eternal optimist
I knew you could do it! It’s beautiful and very you. Tattoos with heartfelt meaning are the best ones of all, and a constant reminder of what you’ve chosen to immortalize. I’m glad you went ahead with it.
Tina M.’s last post …WOOL 2011 Registration- Looking Ahead
its perfect for you!
Kris’s last post …Enter Here
Perfect! The are addicting!!
You Go Girl! And, its perfect!
Now THAT’s a great reason for a tattoo! Adorable. Perfect. Meaningful. :-)
Kym’s last post …A Big Day and Lots of Cool Stuff
Love the ink! I’ve always been resistant to getting inked, too. Part of it had to do with all the reasons you mentioned, and part of it was the result of helping nurse a friend of my roommate’s boyfriend through pain/infection when a really BIG tattoo he was getting went bad. Eek! I have, however, seen this darling little delicate spray of musical notes across the top of a few feet…maybe I’m getting up the nerve…
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Amy Boogie’s last post …Stash Eater
Definitely perfect for you! I have yet to get inked, as I haven’t found that “this is it!” thing yet. Maybe someday :)
KenziKat’s last post …Ten on Tuesday – 10 Favorite Pies
Very cute. I think that’s the perfect tattoo for you.
Very cute.
Risa’s last post …Is that
You are very brave and I love, love, love the bee and all it stands for. It’ is you.
margene’s last post …Weekending
That’s awesome! I’ve always wanted a tattoo.
Yay! It’s awesome & perfect for you!
Wow! A bee was my guess and it’s adorable! Rah!!
Laurie (Moo!)’s last post …April 1
I think about one now and then… but I’m FIFTY and, well, the body sags and wrinkles over time, you know? Yours is wicked cute though! Maybe I should do a mini version of what I’ve always had in mind. I have this birthmark that goes across half my front (under and on one of the boobs), around my ribs, and onto my back. It’s a port wine thing, light, spreads over time, looks a little like a rash but isn’t. I thought a dragon breathing red fire might make it even more intentional, esp. since I’ve always dreamed of alligators. But then it would have to be an alligator breathing fire. And I don’t know about inking stained skin…
knitnzu (lisa)’s last post …molas mitts and madness
Too cool! I’ve always wanted a tattoo but I have commitment issues. I love your industrious beautiful bee.
And the FO?
Tax season is kicking my beehind. I am so ready for it to bee over. :)
Carrie#K’s last post …Who Wanted the Warm Weather
Congrats! It’s really cute. And now I’m wondering how many times you’ll get slapped there by someone trying to kill it. :)
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It’s awesome!
It is perfect and totally you.
xo
Cookie’s last post …It really is a Monday
Adorable! Good for you. A tatoo is something I have considered before but haven’t committed to.
I recognize the bee from the zipper charm of the awesome bag I bought from you!! I love that bag btw. ;-)
ps – have you read the Girl with the Dragon Tatoo books? She had a wasp tatooed on her neck…just sayin’
I LOVE it!!! Of course I would love a Bee too if I were ever to get a tat. :-)
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