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Two art forms, both involving the use of needles, but seemingly worlds apart. But no more. Embroidery, a classical art that you are more likely to associate with your grandma, has combined with the tattoo scene to create beautiful, folky designs that are both unique and traditional at the same time.

The results speak for themselves. The rich, textured designs look like the ink has been sewn into the skin, and take on an almost 3D appearance as they 'pop' out at you. Many designs are a contemporary take on a timeless technique, with a series of tiny x's combining to form a bigger picture.

What do you think? Would you consider getting a tattoo like this? Scroll down to check out Bored Panda's list for inspiration, and let us know what you think in the comments!

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The Dutches
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

WoW. Really beautiful. Never wanted a tattoo, but maybe i will now. Great idea!

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HellCat
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is actually so cool! I want to have something similar, only with traditional Romanian embroidery symbols. I absolutely love it!

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Anne
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like the realistic cap in combination with the embroidered homer

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Debbie Kaylo
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

looks like an applique has been placed on the arm; see the loose threads on the outline....

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Talia Johnson
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one even looks like it has the tiny bits of paper from the embroidery patch.

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M Dream
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

μεράκι (meraki): creating sth with love and soul. greek word, derived from a turkish word. "the artist made these tattoos with a lot of meraki"

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Luis Milian
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"look Morty, we are in a dimension were we are part of a Bad A*s Tattoo"

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