Custom Psalm 51:10 Inner Forearm Tattoo Design

I really liked the simplicity of this design and the way it would sit on the forearm. The wording was laid over the bible in the final art.

Description:

I am looking to get the NIV version of Psalm 51:10 Tattooed on my Right Inner Forearm. The size is approx 6" long by 3" tall. "Create in me a pure heart, O God, and  renew a steadfast spirit within me. Psalm 51:10". In my mind I picture the words in the foreground with an Open bible in the background. I don't know if this will work for a tattoo but that is my idea. I am thinking of staying Black and Grey.  

Client feedback:

Thank you for the great designs. This is exactly the kind of design that I was looking for.

Christian Louboutin Tattoo Quote

People are proud of their tattoos. 

It's like a modern coat of arms.

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Custom Star, Vine and Pentacle Tramp Stamp Tattoo Design

Client’s Description Request:

A unique yet simple tramp stamp that shows off my three favourite things in the world.

Looking for a tramp stamp in only black (though greys/shading welcomed). I would like the Pentacle to be the centerpoint of the tattoo, though it does not necessarily have to be in the middle. From it, I would like there to be a design of tangled vines. I have this idea in my head that apart from the leaves, that the blooms of these vines would be stars instead. Though the stars do not have to be isolated to the vines themselves. Nothing too busy, just something that would be feminine and represent my beliefs. I don't want it to be symmetrical...I prefer the image to flow from either one side or the other. Thanks!

Flashback Friday - Hand Painted Dining Room Garden Mural

Trompe L'oeil Full Room Mural


From my Archive:

This was a fun job and it has pleasant memories for me.
I was happy with how it turned out and really enjoyed working with these clients.
This view is a section of one wall in their large dining room.
All walls and the ceiling were included in the Italian garden themed design.

Custom Simple Black and White Tattoo Design

Clients Description Request:

Black, no colors, "simple" black lines, minimalist. I have a tattoo from before which is very simple. It is of two theater masks. No color is desired, just simple black lines, minimalist! I agree that tattoos should hang together in a way, but may well be air between them. Would like it is playful expression but it should not be cluttered. The tattoo will go from the wrist up to the elbow. The underside of the arm and on the upper side, the tattoo I have now is on the underside of the wrist. The pictures show a bit what I want to have in the tattoo. But it’s important that it does not become too cluttered. Can wait to see what you come up with!

Tuesday Tips - Creative Jewelry Displays for Earrings Series - Double Wood Tray Idea

From my Archives:

A portable, easy set up, hand made jewelry show display for earrings…wood trays.

Ok, this is the third post in my series of four about finding creative ways to display earrings.

This one takes a little work...but only a very little!

I went to a national unfinished wood super store and purchased two small unfinished wood trays. The top rim of the trays were straight and not arched...that was important. At the same shop I purchased 3 small hinges which came with screws.

When I got home I placed the trays on top of each other inside to inside...and laid the hinges along one of the long sides. I marked where the holes were and drilled a tiny pilot hole. Then I screwed the hinges onto the trays one at a time.
This made it possible for the two trays to stand up and be sturdy when opened like a book.

Inside I attached thin wood strips from the craft store (model building section) with small pieces of wood behind them so that they were raised from the back. You could also use some wire strung side to side with small eye hooks.

...and Voila!

Your earrings hang on the rails and the whole display can be loaded before your show at home. Transport your items to the show with the trays closed together for protection and then opened like a book at your show. These trays had cut-out handles on the short sides which made carrying easy.

These could also be decoupaged or painted to match your jewelry style!

Hanging Earring Card Tip:

I use business cards to display and package most of my earrings.
Sometimes I fold them in half like a tent…that way the can stand up on a table or hang over one of my displays.

Another option is to apply sticky back plastic hangers/earring card adapters to the cards…that way they hang neatly on the wire rails. The earring card adapters can be found at jewelry packaging supply shops and by searching online.

Custom Full Sleeve Tree Tattoo Design

Client’s Description Request:

Bright colours, odd designs coming together. Look forward to see what you can come up with! Thank you :) Definitely full of bright colours, must incorporate a cherry blossom which roots will look like veins (lower forearm) A little elephant, the cat out of Alice in wonderland. I’m stuck on how it will all fit together, please help! Calm warm tattoo :)

Client feedback:  Wow! I’m very impressed, the cat is absolutely perfect! The way you've put the elephant in is very interesting, never thought of doing it that way, very beautiful The bird cages are PERFECT :) So happy with them you seem to be picking exactly what I want and just creating it in front of my eyes. I’m very impressed! Just wanted to say thanks again for listening to all my requests and turning them into something great