I have wanted a tattoo for a good few years now and have been stuck on the same idea for at lest 2 years now. I wanted to get something to mark my grandparents who died almost 9 years ago now as I felt they had such a huge influence on me and who I am today. When I was little my grandad used to tell us a story about a little field mouse, the little mouse would go on little adventures and almost get caught my a tractor or combine.
So in august I set out to get my tattoo (yay! Finally!) But its a little bit of a long story so here is the short version… So basically I went to one studio and a lady tattoo artist was up for designing me a tattoo. Cool great!! I popped into the studio for a chat about my tattoo. But when I eventually weeks later was able to look at my design it was so so so far away from what I asked for (and tattoos are for life so it was a no from me!!). Plus both times I went to the studio the customer service just wasn’t great and to me service is everything! So after that little fiasco I got in contact with another studio who have been amazing! The artist couldn’t have been more knowledgeable and enthusiastic about my tattoo idea. So on Thursday it was the big day!! I wasn’t really that nervous I think I was more excited. Me and the artist took a while at the start so we could deciding on size and positioning, It did end up bigger then I first thought and wanted but I think in the end he was able to get in so much more detail.
Seeing as though it was on my ribs and that is suppose to be a very painful area the pain wasn’t too bad. It was the kind of pain you could ignore and put in a box. But the last half hour to 45 mins it was really sore. But that was due to the last final details being added over the top. But that was all worth it because it looks amazing! I love it so much!! This is a picture of it just after it was done…
I think the next day (the Friday) was the most painful as I don’t think you realise how much you actually move your ribs in a day!! It has now been 4 days and its starting to get a little itchy when my clothes move against it but apart from that its not too painful anymore. Here are a few pictures of it a few days later…
I’m so so happy how this came out! He is super cute!
Thanks for taking a look!
Little Mayfly x
Omg it looks so good! I love the story behind it as well.
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Chloe, this is so damn cute! I love it! xx
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Awww thanks Beth xx
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This is so cute, what a lovely story behind it!! xx
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Thanks Chloe xx
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Your tattoo is so beautiful! I absolutely love it ❤ Plus it's so meaningful!
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I love it! So beautiful!
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so cute, it came out great! love the story behind it 😊
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Your tattoo is so pretty and the story behind it is super cute! x
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Thanks Hollie xx
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It looks great and you are strong enough to bare that pain since it was your passion and desire so I suppose it was sweet
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What a beautiful tattoo and story!
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This is super cute! Love it 😊 xx
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It’s really beautiful, love it!
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Thank you xx
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Welcome to the tattoo club!
I love it! Great first tattoo and a lovely story! Warning: tattoos are addicting!
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Oh I can so see that now!!
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It looks so good, and I love that it has special meaning to you. I’m actually hoping to get my first tattoo soon so I’m glad to hear that pain is manageable! x
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Thank you! And thanks for taking a look xx
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This looks absolutely gorgeous! I’m not the biggest fan of tattoos, but this one is so beautiful and I loved the story behind it 🙂
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Awww thank you x
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That tattoo is stunning, I’ve been thinking of getting a tattoo as part of a remembrance to my dad who passed away earlier on this year. I love the meaning of your tattoo and how beautiful the piece has come out.
Do you mind me asking who your tattoo artist was, I would love to see more of their work as it has turned out beautifully in you.
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Aww thank you I am so happy with how it has turned out!!
He’s called Paul Scarrott I would probably google him or take a look on Instagram
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Beautiful!
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This is beautiful! I love the field mouse, and the meaning behind your tattoo is really special 🙂
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Thanks Angela x
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Wow…that’s amazing! I love it🖤😍
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Thanks Jasmine xx
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Oh my this is just so perfect! I absolutely love it well done you for getting something so authentically you! It looks amazing!
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Thank you Naomi xx
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This looks incredible!!
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Wow I love this!! Its so pretty and delicate and feminine and fab!! Great choice! So glad you waited for the 2nd artist, the first one sounded well dodgy, fair play for leaving it!! For your first I’m super proud you went for this location, so brave little lady! xx
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Aww thank you! It’s nice to hear others like it too!! Yes definitely I’m glad I waited too i think it’s so important to feel right about something that is there for life 🙈
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🙂 Like you said its a permanent thing so feeling confident with whose doing it is major! Im so glad you mentioned it. Im sure others have but may have felt they couldn’t back out! There is nothing worse not fully being confident with your decision, esp this kind of one xxx
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Exactly!! Exactly! Couldn’t have said it better!
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brave of you to go for a tattoo! I’m too chicken! xx
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Thank you! It’s not as bad as people say 🙈
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I love the story behind it! The artist did such an amazing job 🙂
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Thanks Amielle
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Wow! What a fantastic tattoo. I love how it came out and the story behind it. Good for you for not settling for the first place you went and were unhappy with. You made the right call and now you have a fantastic tattoo to show for it. 🙂
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Thanks! Me too me too so glad I shopped around ☺️
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Looks great, kinda makes me itch for another one
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Great detail and beautiful tribute
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oh my goodness I’ve been wanting to get a tattoo for so long but I’ve been too scared! I can’t believe how big your first tattoo is, you’re literally too brave!!! It looks absolutely incredible though girly!! (sorry just stalking your blog because I’ve just found it and I’m loving it) xxxxx
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Hey! Awww thanks glad your enjoying it! It was a lot bigger than I expected to but saw the stencil on my body and loved it! Xx
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I love your tattoo and the meaning behind it. I am thinking of getting a tattoo, but still unsure. I am afraid of needles so I admire your bravery. Especially in the rib region.
❤ Alana
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Thanks Alana ☺️
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That is such a cool tattoo. Like you, I have a specific idea for a design and now I have to find just the right match in tattoo artist. In fact, given the opportunity, I would love to learn how to become a tattoo artist myself.
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That would be a really cool thing to learn!
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woowww it’s beautiful!!!
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Thank you
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Wow, looks good. I like the story behind it. I want some myself but I’ve not plucked up the courage to do my research yet even though I’ve sketched out a few designs. Hoping to be braver this year
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Thanks! Yes it’s so worth planning out and speaking to people about what you actually want!! Nobody wants a tattoo that they end up not liking ☺️xx
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It’s cute! You were BRAVE for a first timer! Tattoos are so addicting. I started with 1, and 4 more later I’m planning for my last one…maybe! lol
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Thanks! Ooo yes the next one is already on the cards!!
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Thank you for liking my blog; the feeling is mutual! Very cool; I love hearing the story behind people’s tattoos. I am thinking about getting one, so this spurred me on. Keep writing!
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Haha I’m glad it’s inspired you thanks Linda x
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