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    Default Anyone have a ribcage tattoo??

    Tomorrow I am getting a tattoo on my ribcage and I am TERRIFIED of the pain! I am such a baby .... I have tattoo on the inside of my wrist, and that hurt pretty effing bad, but I am wondering if the ribcage would be worse.... Anyone have a tattoo on their ribcage that would like to share their experience?

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    I hope my PM got through fast enough to reassure you!
    Get the fuck off my harbl, yo'.

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    Heard it is one of the worst places (other than the chest), but you might as well go through with it anyway. Let us know how it went, I'll be starting mine next year.
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    My sister just got a HUGE ass tree on her rib cage a few months ago. She brought her ipod and just shut her eyes and zoned out. She said it felt like really hot temperature wise when they were going directly over the ribs. She said it felt like they were going to break. Other than that- when they're not directly ontop of your ribs it's fine. And she didn't cry or scream or fidget or anything.

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    It really varies to each individual. I work at a tattoo studio (not as a tatooist), it's really not a fun place to get tattooed. Bring some OJ! Sugary substances help keep your blood sugar up.

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    The date got moved to next Tuesday, so 6 days. Still really really nervous lol.

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    I've got over a dozen tattoos... four of which are on some area of my rib cage...
    Three of them were just fine.
    The fourth was by far the most HORRIBLE experience of my life. It hurt worse than when I broke the bones in my forearm/wrist into a bunch of little pieces.

    So I'm going to answer... it depends on who your tattoo artist is... and which part of your ribs it's on.
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    Quote Originally Posted by cayday19 View Post
    Tomorrow I am getting a tattoo on my ribcage and I am TERRIFIED of the pain! I am such a baby .... I have tattoo on the inside of my wrist, and that hurt pretty effing bad, but I am wondering if the ribcage would be worse.... Anyone have a tattoo on their ribcage that would like to share their experience?
    It really depends on you honestly, and how hard the tat artist is gonna drill you. When he was on my ribs it didn't hurt anywhere near as bad as it did when he was on my stomach and kidney. And when he was on the upper part of my rib cage he may as well have been giving me a back rub bc I was falling asleep. I'm not gonna sit here and tell you it didn't hurt, but it's probably not gonna be as bad as you're thinking.

    Don't be terrified. Take a deep breath, eat a huge bowl of pasta before hand, keep yourself hydrated and you'll be fine. They're worth the pain.
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    Of all my tattoos the ribcage has been the most painful, but it's also my favorite now. Go for it!!

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    Quote Originally Posted by JayATee View Post
    it's probably not gonna be as bad as you're thinking.
    That's what everyone told me.
    I nearly blacked out.
    Quote Originally Posted by camille27 View Post
    i am losing my fucking mind and i really just want this chloroform dream because i think that would just get me right with jesus.

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    My left side is inked from the top of my shoulder all the way down my body to my ankle. That particular artist was amazing! He inked me in only 2 hours! But how did it feel? It felt like a hot red scalpel was slicing me open ... LOL ... oh sure I can laugh now

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    The tattoo I am getting is going to be about 5-6 inches long and run diagonally from my bra line. I drew a placement sketch to show where it's going. Any estimates on how long it might take?? God I am such a pussy when it comes to pain, it's quite ridiculous. lol.




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    Default Re: Anyone have a ribcage tattoo??

    3-4 hours, I'd say.
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    Quote Originally Posted by sxcbbw View Post
    3-4 hours, I'd say.
    Agreed. I would lean more towards 4 honestly.

    Quote Originally Posted by DesuvsDeath View Post
    That's what everyone told me.

    I nearly blacked out.
    Yeah that's why I said it really depends on her. My sis got 5 words tat'd on her rib cage and had trouble handling it. I'm about to do my spine on Sat. We'll see how I do.
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    i don't have a ribcage tat, but i have a few tattoos and friends who are heavily tatted. one friend who has a large piece on her ribs said it was by far the worst out of all her tats, she could only handle the outlining and waited 6 months before she went back in for shading...but i also have another friend who found it to be less painful than the back of her calves. like it's already been said, it depends on the artist and how heavy handed he is.

    i have one in my inner arm and everyone told me it's one of the most painful spots but my neck hurt a lot more because the artist who did my inner-arm was a lot more light-handed than the one who did my neck (had my neck tatted twice). i also psych myself up about the pain, for some reason i feel like i get a lot more adrenaline going and makes it less painful.

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    Quote Originally Posted by JayATee View Post



    Yeah that's why I said it really depends on her. My sis got 5 words tat'd on her rib cage and had trouble handling it. I'm about to do my spine on Sat. We'll see how I do.
    Spinal is painful. for my lower back tattoo, the sides were tickling (as i was giggling, much to the artist's amusement). but when he did the more central part across my spine, owwies. And of course at that point my buddy thought it would be fun to videotape me...
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    Yes it hurt like a bitch but I got pretty high from the endorphins. I was like trying to grind my butt into the artist's crotch some. More just mentally than actually moving, but I had to take my mind off the pain so I started thinking about sex, he wasn't even hot. Its the hottest tattoo though and I love it, you might want to consider getting it a little higher up, like where your bra would cover, but obvi not all the way. I just think that's a really sexy spot for it, but if you like yours a little lower that works too. Be excited about it, not nervous

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    Quote Originally Posted by sxcbbw View Post
    3-4 hours, I'd say.
    This seems like a reasonable time estimate.
    I would've guess three... but there's going to be a lot of different shades of color in that... so a lot of switching colors/down time.

    I'm sure it'll be worth it and the tat will turn out great.
    And then we can be tattoo buddies since we'll have ink in the exact same spot.
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    i am losing my fucking mind and i really just want this chloroform dream because i think that would just get me right with jesus.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Athenathefabulous View Post
    Spinal is painful. for my lower back tattoo, the sides were tickling (as i was giggling, much to the artist's amusement). but when he did the more central part across my spine, owwies. And of course at that point my buddy thought it would be fun to videotape me...
    LoL. Well my sis will be holding my hand if need be. This one is important to me (more so than any other one I've ever done) so I'm doing it regardless. And no vids!!!
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    Sounds like you'll do great

    It does feel a little bit like repeated scratching (which is obv painful at times). DO NOT FORGET TO BREATHE. I know it sounds silly, but tensing up can make it feel worse. Just take slow, deep breaths and have a nice chat with whoever is there with you. But breathe!

    The one on my ribcage just felt like a scrape. The ones on the top of my feet hurt like hellllll. Good luck and congrats!

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    Quote Originally Posted by DesuvsDeath View Post
    That's what everyone told me.
    I nearly blacked out.
    *crying*

    I'm getting song lyrics, hope I can deal.
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    I have angel wings covering my entire ribcage, it hurt but I love it & customers always compliment how unique it's location is. Be strong

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    Quote Originally Posted by PleasureVictim View Post
    *crying*

    I'm getting song lyrics, hope I can deal.
    Eh. If you want it done badly enough you'll deal.
    I'm not sure if it was the tattoo artist or the location.
    My guess is a combination of both... but I'll be sure and report back after I get it finished by my regular guy next month.
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    i am losing my fucking mind and i really just want this chloroform dream because i think that would just get me right with jesus.

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    Ahhhhhh.... tomorrow is my tattoo. I'm such a baby.

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    good luck!! don't forget to eat a big meal and bring something to drink with you (non-alcoholic of course) to keep your blood sugar up and then post pics, me wants to see

    (i want a tat on my ribs but haven't decided what i want yet)

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