As the name suggests, Single Needle tattoos are tattoos that are created by using only a single needle. The intricate, fine lines that can be created with a single needle allow artists to achieve high levels of detail within the smallest of tattoos.

It is easy to confuse Single Needle tattoos with Fine Line tattoos, as the achieved results appear to be similar. The main difference is that up to three needles can be used to create Fine Line tattoos. Single Needle tattoos strictly use only one needle.

Single Needle tattoo designs are a favourite among those looking for a more discrete and subtle tattoo. They are much loved because of their beautifully dainty and illustrative strokes, resulting in an almost weightless overall effect.

As a result, Single Needle is a tattoo style that lends itself to a wide variety of subjects from Black and Grey Realism Portraits to Illustrative birds and insects and Colour Realism, as well as Geometric tattoos.

Because the designs are so delicate, Single Needle tattoos are more likely to bleed and tend to fade much faster than Traditional tattoos. We therefore recommend that these tattoos are reserved for small tattoo ideas.  In addition, you should book your tattoo in with an artist who is very experienced in the Single Needle technique. This will ensure you get the best results.

Contact No Regrets today to discuss your Single Needle Tattoo idea with our tattoo experts.