Shameless plug for the embroidery sets & pieces I've finally photographed & added to my etsy shop here. They're all based on Sailor Jerry tattoos & I made the cross-stitch patterns my very own self. Also, with each set or framed piece comes a little explanation of the meaning behind each tattoo.
Like the phrase, "Pig on the knee, safety at sea. A cock on the right, never lose a fight." being one of the reasons for a getting a pig and a rooster tattooed. Mostly they're emblems of good luck, returning home safely like the swallow, or keeping grounded whilst away from home, remembering loved one's & pretty girls they hope to return to. I love all that kind of stuff so I find it pretty astonishing & wonderful. I always wish I planned to cover myself in traditional tattoos... but oh well, I still love my equation.
really nice, you did a real nice job on them. nice to know a bit more about some of them too. i have an anchor on my upper inner arm and a wanky star on my other arm. i am planning on extending the anchor to a bigger design, in the good ol' sailor jerry style. haven't figured out what yet thougg
ReplyDeleteThese are awesome, love a bit of embroidery!
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