patriotic tattoo designs

Tattoos can be a way to show permanent pride and love for your country. Patriotic tattoos have been popular among soldiers, sailors and average Americans alike. When considering a tattoo it’s important to be sure of the design before you go forward with it. Think hard about the size, location and exactly how you want it to look, as once the tattoo goes on, removal can be a painful and expensive process. If you’ve decided to go through with getting a patriotic tattoo, there are many ideas to consider.

Service Emblem

If you spent some time in the service or are currently an active member, consider getting the emblem of your branch of service. Since the emblems are full of such detail, be sure to print a picture to bring to the tattoo artist. Discuss the coloring and size as well.

Flag Heart

There’s no more of a literal way to symbolize love than a heart. To display your strong love of country, get a tattoo of the flag in the shape of a heart. Areas of the body to consider for this type of tattoo would be your lower back, bicep or on the chest over your heart.

Yellow Ribbon

The times in which we live are full of turmoil and those who have family members in the military may have to endure long periods of separation from their loved ones. A yellow ribbon has come to symbolize the absence of a loved one—especially one serving overseas in the military. A tattoo of a yellow ribbon can serve as a tribute to your special solider.

Barcode

For a creative take on the patriotic tattoo that’s sure to get attention, get a barcode tattoo that says “Made in the USA” underneath. Barcodes often include numbers underneath them, so consider adding your birthday. This parody on packaging should grab plenty of attention. Another variation of this tattoo would be to have the barcode made up of the American flag.

Historic Symbol

Maybe you’re a proud American who’s also a history buff. There are a number of tattoos that could combine your love of country with your love of history. Ideas include the number 1776 to symbolize the birth of the country, a picture of the U.S. Constitution or the first flag.

Source: ehow.com