Tiny Tattoos That Share A Big Message

We're not living in an age where tattoos have to be the big, gold, back-pieces you see on Ink Master anymore. We're living in the future now since delicate tattoos have hit the market. These are for any tattoo lover, or anyone afraid to take the plunge because of your fear that ink will attract unwanted attention at work or a long disapproving stare from your grandma.

These pieces are tiny, tasteful, and subtle so that you can easily hide them under clothing if and when you choose to. So don't be afraid to express yourself creatively and get some color because you have options. And they're adorable.

Put Your Hands Together For This One

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This is such a cute and simple way to get a tattoo that means so much.

Love comes in all forms for all different types of people, so therefore the ink that represents that can too.

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For The Breakfast Fiends

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This adorable breakfast sandwich is here to remind you to eat the most important meal of the day every single day.

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It's for all of us breakfast lovers and it's incredible.

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Matching Ones With The Person Who Brings You Light

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This matching tattoo is such a sweet way to remind yourself of home and of loved ones.

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No matter how far away from them you are, when you look at it you'll know you both are sharing the same sun, and that's pretty cute.

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To Remind You Why Your Cat Keeps Retching

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This is a really pretty tattoo for an issue that's not so pretty.

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If you're sick and tired of your cat eating the houseplants then vomiting on the carpet all day, this ink is your daily reminder to get a spray bottle.

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These Ankles Don't Stop Raving For Anyone

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The party doesn't stop ever when you get this funky lil' ankle piece. Your feet won't stop moving long after the music stops.

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Maybe the reason your one coworker won't stop fidgeting is because of this piece.

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The Fastest And Tiniest Good Boy

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This fast-moving dog is the littlest reminder to keep on moving no matter what.

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Every time you look down at your arm you'll be reminded to keep giving it your all like this hound pounding the ground.

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A Pear Of Cute Designs

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This pear and abstract oyster design are the matching tattoos for you and your foodie friend who you always plan to meet up with at brunch.

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They're always there for you to indulge with on Sunday mornings when you get that craving for good food.

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This Doggie In A Sweater Will Bring You Warmth

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This warm wiener dog is warming both my heart and my soul.

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This is the wintry sweetheart that is going to get us through this winter cold and lead us to warmer days in the sunshine.

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I Wish This Would Bee On My Body

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If you needed more incentive to save the bees, then this tattoo is it.

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It's the cutest little reminder that we're not the only ones on the planet and that we have a responsibility to take care of it.

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For Those Who Loved Microsoft Paint

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This is the perfect tattoo for any creative who's using graphic design tools every single day.

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Sometimes you feel like you're doing repetitive actions until you feel it's all you do all day.

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The Paper Crane Only Visible When You Crane Your Head

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If you like subtle behind-the-ear tattoos, then this is the one for you.

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It's both colorful and cute, and it's a tranquil little piece you can choose to show off if you put your hair up.

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Delicate Flowers Won't Give You The Cold Shoulder

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These flowers may be the perfect tattoo that peaks out when you rock your cold-shoulder style tops, but this cute design is anything but cold.

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The flowers are a sweet reminder that tattoos may hurt, but the result can be as delicate as you want it.

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It's A Banner Day When You Get This Little Banner

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This tiny banner is the perfect piece to add a little art into your life.

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Its Japanese wood-cut inspired design is that little something to remind people that you, yourself, are in fact a piece of art.

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The Cutest Grocery Haul

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This adorable countertop scene also doubles as a grocery list for all the people who always manage to forget something.

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It's a gentle reminder of home and that you need to pick up apples.

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The World's Smallest Pineapple

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When this heals it's going to look incredible.

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This tiny thing must be the size of a nail, and it's the perfect art piece for anyone looking to get the fruit but maybe not down to commit to the life-size ink version.

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A Gentle Reminder Of A Friend Lost

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Pets are truly our best friends and we sometimes want to get some work done in their memory.

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You don't always have to opt for a big portrait of them; some tiny tasteful little paws running down your arm will do the trick.

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A Lil' Rodeo To Round Up Your Good Vibes

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This cowboy is out here corralling all of your good energy and channeling it into your day.

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He's the little guy on our side and the side of your arm.

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This Lil' Dumbo Isn't Dumb

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Put a little bit of whimsy onto your body by getting a cute little animal on there.

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This sweet little elephant is here to give your life some color with its cute little body and I am more than grateful for that.

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Little Bit Of Love

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Text tattoos don't always have to be the "no ragrets" chest-piece we see in the movies—they can be cute little sayings written simplistically.

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I have much more love to give to this tattoo.

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Just In Case You Have Trouble Remembering Your House Number

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This minimalist number tattoo is here to remind you that dates don't have to be big and ornate pieces.

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This artist creatively placed them to achieve symmetry and give this person's body a delicate balance. Oh, and help them remember their house number.

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Tiny Astrology To Keep Your Head In The Clouds

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Don't feel like you have to ground yourself to one style or size of the tattoo.

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Keep dreaming with your head in the clouds and think smaller if that's what you so choose.

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Tiny Rabbit Warrior To Defend Your Honor

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We all need someone in our lives to be on our side.

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If you don't have that person then get this cute little warrior, because they're always at the ready to slay a ruffian disrespecting you in traffic for you.

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Shadow Puppets Forever

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If you're not quite done with your childhood and that fun little game where you projected shadow puppets on the wall, then this one is for you.

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It's a cute little piece of your past and it's so fitting on this person's arm.

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To Commemorate Your Mom's Uncanny Finding Ability

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Moms just know... everything. They have a sixth sense for where you put your keys, where your wallet is, and where you were last night.

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Might as well get a tattoo to remind yourself who the first person you should text always should be.

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For Anyone Who's Still Not Over The Ending Of Inception

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If you're still wondering whether it was all a dream then get ready to keep questioning it every time you look down.

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This tiny little piece of a movie that messed us all up will give you a moment of pause whenever you see your arm in peripherals.

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The Tiny Street Where You Grew Up

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These tiny little pieces of home are perfect for anyone who's moved away and still wants to feel connected to the place they were born.

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Getting a quaint little town scene is the perfect way to remember that.

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The Only Acceptable Vacation Tattoo

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"In the 12 years I've been doing this that's the most important tattoo I've ever done. No charge man."

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Was the exact phrase the tattoo artist used after finishing this tribute. I couldn't agree more that this is important and beautiful.

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The Circus Has Come To Your Arm

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This whimsical little tattoo is the perfect addition to your body. If you want to have a good time, all you have to do is look down.

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This clown and horse combo is fun, fresh, and my new favorite tattoo.

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Crane On The Arm Is Worth Two In The Bush

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This serene crane has a tiny size to match its minimalism.

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If you want to bring a little of the outdoors onto your body without actually having to venture, then this is the ink for you.

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A Tiny Wish

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This sweet little dandelion wish is perfect if you don't want to suffer allergies but you still want to feel the joy of seeing all that pollen blowing in the wind.

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It's a tiny antihistamine medication.

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A Reminder To Love Yourself

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While it can be easy to love others around us, it can often be hard to love ourselves in the same way.

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This tattoo is a physical reminder to love the skin she's in.

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A Creative Way To Dress Up A Scar

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The scars on our bodies are often painful reminders of bad times in our lives.

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But this person found a cool way to integrate a past surgery scar into a unique tattoo.

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Celebrating Your Sisterhood Permanently

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Friends can come and go, but family is forever.

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This trio of sisters decided to get a matching set of tattoos so that, even when they're far apart, they still have a piece of each other.

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A Tribute To Her Grandmother

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This small, minimalist tattoo was designed based on a pendant from a necklace her grandmother always wore.

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The tattoo is a way for this person to remember and show tribute to her grandma.

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Replace Piercings With Tattoos

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This delicate tattoo is a nice nod to the person's French background in a place that's not easily noticeable.

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Also, FYI for anyone thinking about it: ear tattoos apparently don't hurt much due to a lack of nerves in the area.

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These Are All So Small But Beautiful

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The woman photographed here decided to honor her three late grandparents that she knew during her life.

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She got a tattoo of the thing she remembered each of them the most for.

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A Tattoo For An Overthinker

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As someone who's head sometimes feels like a tornado, I can totally understand the feeling depicted by this tattoo.

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It's a beautiful reminder to take time to slow your thoughts down.

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A Good Philosophy To Have

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This simple script tattoo is a beautiful reminder that in life, the things that are meant to be will be.

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And the things that don't come to us weren't meant to happen in the first place.

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This Hilarious Pun Pin

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Word puns are great and everything, but can anything really top a visual one?

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This is an adorable spin on the bobby pin using the head of Bobby from King Of The Hill.

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Sometimes, It's Just A Little Beautiful

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Perhaps not all tattoos need to have some sort of deep meaning behind them.

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Sometimes it's nice just to have a little piece of beautiful art with your body as the canvas.