How to Save Money on Your Next Name Tattoo

At some point in our lives, we've all made a drunken mistake that we later regretted. Whether it's a one-nightstand, a questionable career choice, or - in the case of this blog post - a name tattoo. We've all been there.

But just because you made a mistake doesn't mean you have to live with it forever (or at least not until it fades and becomes illegible). Thankfully, we’ll share useful tips to save money on your next name tattoo.  

First, how much is a name tattoo?

A name tattoo is sort of like a personal ads in the way that it tells the world who you are and what you're about. And just like a personal ad, the prices of script tattoos can vary widely depending on a number of factors.

The most important factor, of course, is the size of the tattoo. A small name tattoo might cost as little as $50, while a large one could easily run into the hundreds or even thousands of dollars.

Another important factor is the location of the tattoo. A tattoo on the wrist or ankle will be much less expensive than one on the chest or back. And, of course, the more complex the design, the more it will cost.

So if you're looking to get a name tattoo, be prepared to pay some pretty big bucks.

4 money-saving tips

Here are some tips on how to save money when getting your next name tattoo.

Wait for a sale

Just like your favorite stores have seasonal sales, most tattoo shops also have periodic sales. Many will offer discounts around holidays like Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day. Others will mark down prices for special events like tattoo conventions. And then there are always those random Tuesday specials. If you're flexible with when you get your tattoo, you can usually save quite a bit of money by waiting for a sale.

Go small

The old adage "go big or go home" does not apply here. In fact, smaller tattoos are typically less expensive than larger ones. This is because they take less time to complete and require less ink. So if you're looking to save some cash, go small.

Find a student discount

If you live near a city with a reputable tattoo school, chances are there are always students looking for willing victims I mean clients. Many of these students will offer discounted rates in order to build their portfolios and gain experience.

Just be sure to do your research beforehand and make sure the person tattooing you is actually a qualified student and not some random guy named Bob who says he knows how to use a needle and ink (we've all seen that episode of LA Ink).

Bring your own ink

This one might seem a little weird but hear us out. Most reputable shops will charge anywhere from $100 to $200 per hour of tattooing time. Therefore, the larger the tattoo, the more it will cost.

But if you bring your own ink from home (just make sure it's sterile!), you can significantly reduce the cost of your tattoo since the shop won't be making any money off the ink themselves. So if you're really looking to save some dough, this is the way to go.

Wrap up!        

Getting a name tattoo is a big decision - one that shouldn't be taken lightly (no matter how drunk you are). But if you follow these tips, you can save yourself some serious cash when getting your next name tattoo. And who knows? Maybe someday that drunken mistake will become one of your fondest memories...or at least something you can laugh about at parties.