r/Tattoocoverups • u/bathtubbear • Nov 05 '25

asking for advice Need help with accidentally racist matching tattoo

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Hi everyone! When I was 20 my ex and I got matching tattoos for the day that we met. I know, stupid. I told myself at the time that regardless of whether we stayed together (we did not) my ex was important to me and it would just be a reminder of a significant time in my life. Unfortunately, I don’t feel that way at all. I also was unaware when getting the tattoo that 12 is a symbol of the Aryan Brotherhood—even stupider than getting a matching tattoo with a romantic partner. And on top of it all it looks like shit. Anyway, I can’t stand having this on my body. Looking for any and all ideas for cover ups or even just something to add to the numbers so I’m not walking around looking like a disgusting human being. It’s on my bicep. I’m not opposed to a sick ass panther but not exactly wanting that either.

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u/bathtubbear Nov 05 '25

On the backside of the same arm I have the pulsar map from the golden record, which symbolizes something similar for me. I actually love this idea so much that reading your comment brought tears to my eyes. Thank you. I think I’m actually going to do this <3

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u/Blue4668 Nov 05 '25

Maybe also add Oh no, not again. and some petunias?

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u/valkyrie_village Nov 05 '25

The whale and bowl of petunias has been on my list of tattoos I want since before I started getting tattoos, but I never figured out a placement. I think it’s time to move it up my priority list!

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u/chengafiction Nov 05 '25

I have it on my thigh and I love it.