After deciding on the placement of this piece, you will want to measure the size of the image to fit the appropriate proportions. A tattoo on your wrist for example should be scaled to the size of your wrist and the area you plan on getting inked. The tattoo artist should be able to help you with choosing the right size. When visualizing the safety pin, is it opened exposing the needle, or is it closed and secured? A safety pin that is opened with a droplet of blood at the end of it for example could signify that you are willing to fight the resistance of a corrupt government or willing to fight for those who are being mistreated. The closed safety pin design is just as effective but with a simpler message.

Whether you choose to have your safety pin left open or not, another idea for this concept would be a 3D-like effect. In order to make your safety pin look more realistic and creative, the image of the pin going under your skin and coming back out almost as if the safety pin is pierced on you, gives a real interesting effect.

The image of the safety pin is a silent revolt and signal to others. People who are aware of this signal know that they are in good company when they see the graphic of the safety pin. For those who may ask what your safety pin tattoo means, explaining to them the silent signal is not only spreading the knowledge, but killing the fascism and hate that this world can hold. The safety pin shows strong signs of unity and resistance against a corrupt government. The safety pin idea proves that tattoos can unite us and that we are able to have our say in politics without shouting our beliefs in each other’s faces.