Building My Tattoo 'Sleeve' My tips and the process.

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hey everyone! So i do get a lot of questions on how to build tattoos, either on your arms or legs, and how to incorporate other styles of tattoos into one piece. Today I thought I would have a nice chill sit down video and talk about the process of building the tattoos on my own arm, and some of the tips I picked up along the way.
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[@amandameyer9531]

The best part of this video, hands down, was all of the "bloop" noises she made for spaces between tattoos

[@ashleypitts7750]

The fear of mixed styles looking "bad" has been the bane of my existence. After talking to an artist, recently, he provided an excellent point...If you're happy and confident about your tattoos/how they look, you can do whatever you want because people will know you love it.

[@shortneyx]

HOLY SHIT I WAS JUST THINKING ABOUT HOW I WANT TO GO ABOUT BUILDING MY SLEEVE

[@-.Booty.-]

CourtneyAlice SAME!!:D

[@mj5697]

CourtneyAlice SAME! Amanda is psychic 😂

[@cocaingelx]

CourtneyAlice me too! When I saw the title today I was like "GUURRLL you read my mind! I needed this!"

[@shaniamarie1253]

CourtneyAlice sameeeee

[@vengodasaturno]

Same, right yesterday!

[@SuperBirdii]

This comment might be v weird but I'm going to do my best to explain what I'm trying to say. I've been watching your videos for about a year now, and something about this channel feels almost...homey? I really like how you don't use background music and you don't (or at least you don't seem like you do) put on a front for your audience, like a "KZbin personality" that is separate from your real one. I also really like how you include us in some of your video topics, and the language you use (for example "our weekly tattoo talk show", "we did a video"). The way you do everything really makes it feel like we're all just hanging out while you also do a good job of presenting the information you have. I hope that made sense. Just wanted to let ya know I appreciate the content.

[@lilybolton8542]

Sara I completely agree. Homey is the perfect way of describing the feeling I get when I watch her videos.

[@claudiah.2935]

Yes! This is why I love Qcknd's content. It feels like I'm watching one cohesive monologue. And the lack of jumpcuts

[@valeryatagle2028]

Sara I think I feel like this too. I really like listening to Qcknd, she seems cool, and I like the long videos

[@bubblegumplastic]

Sara i agree with you completely

[@cheesepie72]

I get what you mean. It kinda feels like you're just sitting listening to an old pal chatting

[@Danari7]

I think the way your sleeve is neither a strictly "cohesive sleeve" nor a "trinket sleeve" is what makes it especially haphazardly wonderful!

[@lindsycage5035]

Just finished my cohesive sleeve! 2000$ later, 5 sessions and a year later! Phew! Aaaaand now I'm thinking about the next ones I want 😂

[@Splitleaf]

Also, sidenote - you are 100% the only youtuber whose videos I watch entirely ever single time. You're so interesting, and very relatable. Keep doing you babe!

[@paigexcorefan123]

i remember watching this for the first time 4 years ago when all i had was one tiny rose on my wrist and i thought this patchwork idea was so cool, now i have a full patchwork sleeve 🥺 #growth

[@ashtonmackle4242]

hey qcknd, i was wondering if maybe you'd do a tattoo talk tuesday about how skin conditions might affect tattooing? like skin texture and stretch marks?

[@chelseahamilton9672]

That would be great! I want to eventually build up my wrist tattoo into a sleeve, but I have slight stretchmarks on my inner arm and wanted to know how that could affect a tattoo or if they can even be tattooed over. And the same with freckles/moles too, that would be so useful!

[@cassharnett17]

I have some stretch marks on my inner arms and haven't had any issue with them being tattooed over! My tattoos are line and dot work though, but it hasn't had any effect on the look of them and my artist didn't even bat an eye when doing them!!

[@prettyvacant1977]

I would love to know this as well. I have eczema and have always wondered how this might effect tattoos

[@neglectedteen]

How stretch marks and scars affect tattoos!

[@ds93]

I have a tattoo on my hip/thigh & it's COVERED in stretch marks. In my experience those areas hurt a bit more & the stretch marks were puffy during healing. They're totally fine now. Took the ink just as well :) but uh yeah. Hurt a little bit more lol

[@ShutUpErica]

Would love to see a leg building video!!

[@KailaCatherine]

Your sleeve is one of my favourite sleeves I've ever seen! I think it works so well together! I am working on building my leg sleeve and this helped me with planning that. I definitely would love to see you do a video about you leg! I love your long videos! keep them coming! 😊

[@gremily2399]

i've been watching your videos for about a year and a half now, and this is the first time i think i've seen your rain shoes tattoo!!

[@kittykat490]

Emily Hankins Same!!! I've watched for quite some time and I didn't even know she had that one, it's really cute !

[@katelynnstenbeck9714]

Emily Hankins same!!

[@buzzybei]

This is sooooo much better than a "tattoo tour" video, yet still, satiates my couriositys. I'd love to see a similar video on your leg! thanks mom

[@destinylovell9105]

please do a leg video pleaseeee

[@MsFrankieRae]

This is exactly what I needed! I'm planning my own sleeve and am always looking for others peoples experiences. 🖤 you the best queen

[@LittleBrinnieeeeGG]

this basically just reinforced my tattoo goals, and tastes in regards to how I envision my body looking when I get to wherever I'm going. Totally agree with how space makes your tattoos more legible and always wondered if that was just me or if other people felt that way too.

[@SorryIcantIhavebookclub]

Perfect timing as I am building up a patchwork sleeve and had questions!

[@briblack895]

I remember, just over a year ago, watching your tattoo talk Tuesday videos before getting my first tattoo. They've always been extremely helpful and entertaining. Thank you, Qcknd. 🙏🏻

[@the37thagent31]

I’ve watched this video every time I start to plan a new tattoo to add to my own “patch work sleeve.” Absolutely love it, thank you so much

[@aiyanaland8527]

This video was so great for someone like me who is looking forward to getting a sleeve, but has no idea where to start!

[@missannamurder]

I love that your videos flow so well, and that you aren't constantly cutting out snippets like most youtubers. It's really relaxing and comfortable to watch

[@kittymidnight8418]

I really loved this video since this is actually exactly a topic I've been thinking about for a while now. I see so many people (yourself included) with really cool "patchwork" sleeves, and I've been trying to figure out how to build one myself. Thanks for talking about this!!

[@ninaandayu]

I'm in the process of building a patchwork sleeve and I feel like I'm at a really vital moment when it comes to placement and everything and this video was so so helpful. Thank you!!

[@paigeisaskeleton]

just wanna say I always love your videos! always look forward to sitting down with a cup of tea and listening to you chat about stuff (especially tattoos!) great job girl!

[@tbmakes]

This video was so helpful! I have a few tattoos but want to start working on my arm and definitely like the idea of 'patchwork'. I have one nice sized one already on my arm and it was nice hearing you validate some thoughts about placement and content and make me think of things I hadn't yet. Love your videos!!!

[@kmills116]

I love how honest you are! And yes a leg one too please!

[@invinciblesummer13]

I'm definitely going to be creating a "patchwork sleeve", I only have one tattoo on my arm so far (it's fairly large ish but it's on the inside of my arm) and I think that's the way I want to go because a) I want to collect art from multiple artists and b) I have so many tattoos I want that I want to be able to have the space for them

[@invinciblesummer13]

Same here! I'm all about mixing styles

[@serenity6831]

thanks for naming it! I've been trying to figure out the name for weeks. Exactly what I want, a blend of different styles

[@joshmorris9825]

Awesome but not a full sleeve if it doesnt connect.

[@victorianicoleb.4440]

Thank you Qcknd, this was actually so helpful. I'm trying to build up my left arm and honestly had no idea how to go about it. Do one on your Leg sleeve next!

[@thatguyoverthere2473]

your tattoo Tuesday vids are so helpful!! thanks for all of your tips!

[@MK-nw8yk]

I asked this exact question and this is so helpful. just started my leg sleeve and I would love to see a leg video.

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[@AishoSama]

Rain shoes!! I had no idea you had a rain shoes tattoo. Super awesome. I'm working on building a tattoo sleeve, so this video came at just the right time in my life. Thank you so much for explaining your arm 'real estate' and which spots you can enjoy vs. what others can see.

[@johanna.ontheweb]

It was cool to see all your tattoos on your arm BUT I liked even more that you mentioned about what kind of tattoos you should get where, like if you really like something don't put it there because it's hidden. That's good for me to consider, I don't know if I ever get my whole arm covered with tattoos but at least I'll get some on arm and I want my fav ones to be seen by myself and others. I've started to watch your videos & I really like your TTT videos & other tattoo related videos, keep it going! :)

[@crystalreece6774]

I enjoy your videos. You have helped me decided finally what i want for a sleeve.

[@momtriesgaming]

Great video! Loved hearing about your own journey as everyone's is different.

[@sojadoesrandomstuff]

LEG EPISODE please we need it mom

[@sojadoesrandomstuff]

still waiting for it :( but all hope isnt gone

[@jacobjarvis5708]

@@sojadoesrandomstuff good things come to those who wait 😂😂

[@BadassBobY]

@@sojadoesrandomstuff nice 😂 . 🦱 . 😎 🤛👕🤜

[@blueberry5287]

i love this! these are things i was wondering about, my 1st tattoo was on my forearm and i couldn't decide wether to keep building around that or if it would look strange to start somewhere else on my arm! the explanation of your tattoos and their placement really helped!

[@amyperkins466]

I've never commented on a KZbin video before, but I love watching your videos. I don't have many other people I know who have tattoos or even understand the appeal of them, so it's really lovely seeing you and hearing your stories. you are so welcoming of everyone and I feel like a part of something when watching your channel. I currently only have 3 tattoos but am wanting to build them up into a leg sleeve and would love to see a video on your leg sleeve!

[@davidliftsheavycircles]

You always make the video i need! like its almost creepy how on point you are. much love!

[@jesshayes668]

Currently in the process of starting my arm sleeve... and this helped loads

[@taliavg7388]

Love the insight to the planning! I have one big daddy piece at the tops pf both of my upper arms and have been wondering how to continue down. Feeling good that I can do whatever then fill in as needed.

[@ccoraimaa]

Your videos are always so informational and helpful. Thank you. Keep doing what you do.

[@KB-hs7vh]

These visuals were SO helpful! Thanks a million Amanda!

[@philippegirouard8478]

The sound she makes when explaining her filler at 19:16 is just hilarious :D

[@natsblogs]

try writing it out! haha! that one took me a couple minutes and slow motion to figure out for captions!

[@sleepykokiri]

i love how you're not afraid to say you think your tattoos look badass, i hope one day to have that kind of confidence. even if it is redundant i think a leg tattoo vid would be killer!

[@MoonWolfLove]

I'm currently working on my sleeve. It's a consecutive watercolor-esque cherry blossom branch with monarchs mixed with the blossoms. You're so right about having the money for a consecutive sleeve though! I'm being really patient with mine, but I know I'm going to love the outcome of it once I get through all the sessions.

[@hellofrominside8524]

I just got home from my first tattoo. I’ve had the idea for years but kept dragging my feet due to a fear of needles. In the time I’ve been thinking about it though I’ve watched a lot of your videos and I just thought I’d say thanks for the information/encouragement over the years.

[@dimplez92511]

This was super helpful! Thank you Qcknd! I got my first tat a few months ago and wanted to see how I could go on with my half sleeve. Btw love you!!

[@Taylababeesxo]

Woah it's a sign this popped up in my recommended today, the last few days I've been struggling to think up how I'm going to work on my 'patch work' sleeve and this may help!!

[@RealElongatedMuskrat]

this summer my half sleeve will be nearly done and I'm super excited

[@Oceans5april]

You are glowing since moving into your new place. You can def tell you are happier. You are so adorable. There's some good advice in this video too.

[@greyfoodz]

I love the colors in the heart/flower on your wrist. Every time I get a peek of it, I'm like "oh wow, nice".

[@Splitleaf]

PERFECT TIMING AMANDA! I'm going to be starting my sleeve off with a 1/4 design this Saturday. I'm going to be talking to her about the fitting and things along that light to help incorporate a few other designs I have. Legit, perfect timing, this was genuinely so helpful 👌🏻

[@wayfaringnovelist3104]

loooove seeing episodes where we can see the progression of a tattoo collection! so satisfying somehow 😍

[@snowleopard_x3533]

I really love it when tattoos/sleeves have some space in between them, it just looks so nice! And I love your sleeve soooooooo much! You have the best tattoos :3

[@FreekSharkHD]

Your work is all around great! Don’t ever doubt that.

[@kimlivingstoner]

The sound effects in this were so cute omg 💕

[@makeupartannie3192]

Going with the small trinket tattoos can kinda look weird once you aquired like ten of them on a arm. My boyfriend is a tattooer and constantly is covering these small images to make a full sleeve. And not to mention the small tattoos are the most expensive in the shop.... you can get ten small tattoos for $1,000, or set up a consult for a sleeve and spend about the same. I always go for bigger peices! And I am so happy with my choices! But of course it is your body so do whatever you like:)

[@BeverleyButterfly]

I really enjoyed this video it was so nice to hear how you built it up I'd love to hear a tattoo artist talk about how they plan sleeves and what their advice is too?? I have started to plan my tattoos more now and to really think about what goes best where and to think about themes etc so this really helped thank you lovely lady

[@JustClaribel]

This video gave me so much hope. I have a few tattoos on my lil baby sleeve and I was so scared about filling the spaces because the placement was weird but my journey isn’t too much different than yours. My sleeve will be beautiful and perfect just like I hoped it would :,)

[@miahartman1041]

I LOVE YOU QCKND!! Your videos help so much with me wanting so many tattoos in the future!

[@ThisGrace92]

Wow this video was so helpful. I was going to get my first tattoo recently and I knew I wanted it on my arm, I knew I wanted it above my elbow, but after that I was kind of lost. I'm so happy that you sort of pointed out which spots are good for larger tattoos, which spots are "secrets", and which ones would be good to have for you to not really see but other people can see.

[@TheBlacksheep2020]

Thank you! You helped me build my tattoo sleeve that we are going to start tomorrow!

[@CatrionaReads]

Loved this! My favourite videos you make are always the long, chatty ones. More livestreams too please!x

[@CherryBombXoXo13]

You should definitely do a TTT about how you did your leg sleeve! I'm starting mine this summer and need tips! please and thank you!

[@shelbisnell9643]

I agree with you on the above elbow back of the arm tattoo. Hardly anyone ever notices mine really.

[@May3529]

yess! been waiting for this one :D. I have filled out my upper outer arm so now I'm going to continue to the inner part :)

[@saltystevie5115]

I really love your perspective here, and this is something that (coincidentally) has been on my mind a LOT lately! I'm saving up for a sleeve and I have this vague idea of the area I want it to cover, but I had no idea what elements out of my ideas I should include, or how I should go about getting it tattooed (multiple sessions, different artists, or one big piece by the same artist). I really like the journey you went on for your sleeve, and I never thought about the concept of giving each part of your sleeve room to breathe so you can see and differentiate them a bit better! I think my process is going to be similar to yours, and now I can go in with all the advice you've given here in mind :) Thanks!

[@christopherledesma1165]

I totally can relate!!! I love this video ! I’m a morrissey big fan too ❤️

[@greyz2879]

Great video. I sort of unintentionally started a patchwork sleeve a few years back. I found an artist that I liked, got a few tattoos from him, saying it was going to be a traditional sleeve. But then I had the opportunity to move abroad. I've just passed the point where I can really get exactly what I want on this arm. Just awkward gaps to fill. At wish I'd planned it better but I really love getting a tattoo that "caps off" an area as you say. Watching it all come together.

[@sarah5885]

I watch this video everytime I'm getting a new tattoo added to my sleeve. Super helpful! By the end of it I always know where to put it. :-)

[@evilschokolade]

this is extremely helpful for me thanks a lot! I'd be up for the leg version of this too 🌻

[@kristenhoward8850]

As someone who is just starting to build their own arm sleeve, this is incredibly helpful! I've been a viewer for a while now, and though I already had a couple small pieces when I began watching your videos, your sleeve inspired me to start my own and to choose to build it entirely in the traditional style. A leg video would be awesome as I'd love to see the individual pieces that make up your legs, and I'm also hoping to start my own leg pieces soon!

[@KickinTheBucket-List]

This was really helpful, my arm collection is growing and I need to start being more cautious with placements.

[@MadisonMcGowan14]

This was super helpful! Definitely do more like this!

[@karlypurvis5712]

Ive been waiting for this video for so long!!! It was great! Please make a leg one 🖤 love you

[@salvopriolo4021]

i'm doing the same thing you did with my sleeves, i started from the top and went down through the arm. since i'd like to collect good artists the styles are a bit different but not too much, it goes from traditional to new traditional and i like the variety it creates. i'm also doing the "one sleeve colors, one sleeve black and grey" and leaving my legs mixed in styles an colors.

[@rubyyro]

I would definitely love to see a leg building video. I'm planning on building up on my leg (where i just have an ankel tattoo at the moment) and would love to hear about your experiences

[@JustCallMeKopi]

Yea I got my first tattoo as the shoulder patch then waited 5 years(that my mom paid for as a congratulations for quitting smoking)and now I'm in the middle of getting a half-sleeve on my forearm and can't wait to get it finished

[@simona845]

Thank you for mentioning your opinion on the inner arm tattoos, makes so much sense not to put your most favorite design there. Love you

[@katrinafournier6281]

That is so awesome! Thanks for sharing. Definitely do a leg video.

[@angreed7429]

would love to see a leg building video! I've just started on my leg with a piece that covers a lot of the back of my calf and have ideas for more but not sure where to go from there

[@sarasthoughts]

I have my first tattoo on my left arm next week, so excited!!

[@sro2457]

That's the video that I've been waiting for ever since I subscribed to your channel. :)

[@kittykat490]

this is so well timed yesss, i just got the first piece in my first sleeve, which is gonna be all black and grey/blackwork pieces... doing a monochrome sleeve on my left arm has been my longest thought about project for sure, but im playing it by ear/desire in terms of what each individual piece will be. i love patchwork sleeves too, i think when theyre well placed the look of having lots of distinctly separate tattoos with some space between them is super cool and i really like the sort of "palm sized" to "open hand sized" range that pieces in these types of sleeves usually are. you should definitely do a video on your legs just to offer more stories and insight!! you did a great job here of being detailed about how certain size, placement, style, and even order decisions affected your sleeve building process and it helped a lot with thinking about where to go from here. plus i think your sleeve is really good and it was just cool to get a bit of a closer look at some of the individual pieces!

[@Molly_Bakes]

I'm so glad you made this video, I've been trying to figure out my forearm for a while. I never thought about getting a filler tattoo just because all of mine have meaning, but I think that I could totally jive with that, haha.

[@katiewatkins96]

You seem so much happier in your more recent videos! It's really nice to see you acting like yourself again :)

[@Cat-uh4md]

Every time you make a ttt video it's always SO HELPFUL

[@adrianaaab436]

Love everything that you post, QCKND! Love this kind of video! I would love for you to do the same about your leg tattoos. You da bomb. girl!

[@Rellexia]

I have my appointments booked to get my sleeve done this winter and I'm so excited! :) I went the all one image route haha.

[@bluejoubert221]

woop woop! i know this is late but what are you getting?? id love to hear all about it!!!!!!

[@emilyweber3108]

this tattoo talk tuesday is so relevant to me im so happy and your hair looks so cute

[@melodyleemarie]

Definitely do a leg sleeve video! I'm planning on sleeving my legs first, so I'd love to see it, and hear more of your stories. ^_^

[@Emma-bv1wf]

I love the color cohesion in your tattoos because i feel it connects the dif styles. And the spaces make it seem more modern to me somehow? Idk i love your arm

[@thegreyeyedmonster]

I'd love to see your leg tattoos!!! my biggest regret is putting my favorite tattoo on the back of my arm

[@Xaiyana]

You seem so happy, I'm so glad xxx

[@stellannie86]

Ah, all the tattoo inspiration! ❤ ❤ Would definitely love to see a video about leg sleeves. :)

[@LexyLuvatic]

I love how your like saying that neotraditional style upper arm Tattoo and the oldschool horsehoe are distinguishly different. Colourlywise and in sense of boldness,imagery jadajada your Tattoos go so well together honestly.

[@sarai637]

Love all your tattoos. Can't choose my favorite between the snake, no luck or the hands shaking!

[@MrNewYorkRangers]

I could tell there was something where your rain boots are but had no clue what they were. Love knowing it now, it's so cool looking.

[@Siss0rs]

i love your cardinal flower tattoo, reminds me of Polish folk art in a way, really speaks to me. It's beautiful :) Also I know you said the handshake is "filler" but i think it's really interesting and the placement just seems like a perfect fit.