50+ Festive Christmas Tattoos

Christmas is here, a time to ‘merry and bright’. I didn’t want to skip out on posting something today in case any of you need a distraction from the family celebrations (don’t worry, we’ve all been there). In the spirit of the holiday season, I’ve put together this round-up of over 50 festive Christmas tattoos. Merry Christmas everyone!

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There is nothing that screams ‘Alternatively Speaking’ more than a tattoo round-up, right? I’ve brought you these collections for different holidays (Halloween|Canada Day|International Dog Day) and seasons (Spring|Summer|Autumn), so I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to put something together for Christmas! This was not only an opportunity to celebrate with all of you today, but it was also the perfect push that I needed to tap into my holiday spirit in the days leading up to the holidays.

The week before Christmas I dug into the world of Instagram, searching hashtags such as #ChristmasTattoo and #FestiveTattoo to find a wide variety of holiday-themed tattoos. This round-up includes more traditional Christmas (imagery including Santa, candy canes and snowmen), classic holiday movies (A Christmas Story and National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation) and a fun, spooky twist on the season (Krampus and festive skulls).

Put that all together, and you have everything you need to embrace the holiday season in one spot!

It’s important to note that I do NOT claim that any of these pieces are my personal work. In fact, none of the pieces listed in this round-up are even tattooed on my body. Instead, they are images that have been shared on Instagram by both tattoo artists and those who have been tattooed. Each of these images has been embedded directly from Instagram meaning that if you click on any image below, it will take you directly to the original post. The only exceptions are the featured image included at the top of the page as well as any images included in the pin. These have, however, been credited at the end of the post and are also included as embedded images in the tattoo round-up as well.

Due to the fact that the images come from Instagram, it is impossible to verify that every one of these creative pieces is properly credited to the artist responsible. If you are browsing this round-up and recognize a piece, noticing that it is not properly credited, please let me know. I strongly believe in the importance of giving credit where credit is due. The tattoo artists behind these works deserve recognition for their talent and creativity. Simply swing over to my Contact Page and drop me a message with a detailed description of the problem. I will be in touch with you shortly so that we can discuss the problem further and take the next steps required to rectify it accordingly.

Back to the tattoos… After all, this is the reason you’re sticking around, right? Grab a mug of peppermint hot chocolate or spiked eggnog, kick back in your favourite Christmas pyjamas and enjoy!

Celebrate the Holidays with These 50+ Festive Christmas Tattoos:

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Attitude Holland (@attitudeholland) on Dec 21, 2018 at 8:02am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Tattoo Media Ink (@skinart_traditional) on Dec 23, 2019 at 4:19pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Tattoo Media Ink (@skinart_mag) on Dec 23, 2019 at 3:55pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Jenny B’s Tattoo Kassel (@jennybs_tattoo_kassel) on Dec 22, 2019 at 11:26pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Jessi Bignell (@goodtimetattoo13) on Dec 23, 2019 at 12:22pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by •ULTIMI ROMANTICI TATTOO• (@ultimiromanticitattoo) on Dec 23, 2019 at 10:19am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Sophia Cheng ? • Tattoo (@roastedricetea) on Dec 23, 2019 at 7:52am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Sara Dottori (@judilda) on Dec 23, 2019 at 4:57am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by the new newschool page (@thenewnewschool) on Dec 22, 2019 at 7:43am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Herdis Solveig (@herdis_tattoo) on Dec 23, 2019 at 3:24am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Brynne Verbel ??? (@brynneadair) on Dec 11, 2019 at 11:57am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Mikey Sarratt (@mikey_ratt) on Dec 18, 2019 at 6:09pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by @clam_13 on Dec 22, 2019 at 3:32pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by STACEY MARTIN TATTOOS (@staceymartintattoos) on Dec 14, 2019 at 12:53pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Laura Clift (@laura3mary) on Dec 22, 2019 at 10:40am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Denise stöllger (@cosma_d_black) on Dec 22, 2019 at 8:34am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Dino_artist (@rare_baby_dino) on Dec 22, 2019 at 3:35am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Vickan • Tattoo (@vickantattoo) on Dec 22, 2019 at 12:55am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Shae Motz (@shaemotztattoos) on Dec 21, 2019 at 4:02pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Timmy B (@timmy_b_413) on Dec 11, 2019 at 7:16pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by now Sidetrack Tattoo (@theinkspottattoo) on Dec 21, 2019 at 12:23pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by samantha pixie robson Tattoos (@pixierobsontattoo) on Dec 10, 2019 at 5:25am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Joshua Kunkel (@jfdk23) on Dec 21, 2019 at 10:28am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Arienette Ashman (@aatattooer) on Nov 29, 2019 at 11:49am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Vickan • Tattoo (@vickantattoo) on Dec 21, 2019 at 1:12am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Jerry Martian (@jerrymartian) on Dec 23, 2019 at 2:19pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by lindsay baker tattooer (@lindsaybugbaker) on Oct 6, 2019 at 4:22pm PDT

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Zann Marchment (@zann_marie) on Dec 20, 2019 at 6:53pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Andrew Miller (@theandyplan) on Dec 20, 2019 at 1:42pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Matteo (Mr.hills) (@mrhillstattoo) on Dec 20, 2019 at 9:22am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Ebony Mellowship? (@ebony_mellowship) on Dec 24, 2018 at 7:12am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Mikey Heartless (@mikey_heartless) on Dec 20, 2019 at 2:34am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Daniella (Dani Garcia) (@boss_ass_witch96) on Dec 19, 2019 at 10:46pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Aymeigh Cakes (@thetattoocrone) on Dec 19, 2019 at 11:13am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by On Second Thought Laser (@ostlaser) on Dec 19, 2019 at 11:56am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by ?Anii Alba? (@anii_alba) on Dec 19, 2019 at 9:58am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by brett m baumgART (@brettbaumgart) on Aug 29, 2015 at 10:57pm PDT

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by RACHEL GRIFFITHS (@rachelleannegrifftattoo) on Dec 19, 2019 at 4:42am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Amber Olsen (@artbyamberolsen) on Dec 18, 2019 at 4:39pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Lex ? (@thelexfiles_tattoos) on Dec 18, 2019 at 3:44pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Sarah Knapp (@sknapp_tattoos) on Dec 18, 2019 at 11:13am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by GRANDMA APPROVED (@mattpearl) on Dec 18, 2019 at 9:04am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Portland Maine Tattoo Studio (@darkharbortattoo) on Dec 17, 2019 at 2:13pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Audrey Migitsch (@awtissery) on Dec 17, 2019 at 7:55am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by FlamingGun (@flamingguntattoostudio) on Dec 17, 2019 at 8:16am PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Courtney Smith (@creep_in_whispers) on Dec 16, 2019 at 4:40pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Cary Mathew Bryce Wilkins (@carymbw) on Dec 17, 2019 at 7:00pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Meggan with 2 g’s ? (@meggalodon) on Dec 15, 2019 at 4:15pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by ClareClarity (@clareclarity) on Nov 8, 2019 at 8:43pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Katie McGowan (@katietattoos) on Dec 14, 2019 at 8:52pm PST

Do you know of a tattoo artist that deserves to be recognized for their talent and creativity? Are you a tattoo artist and looking for the opportunity to gain a little exposure? If so, I need to hear from you! Here on Alternatively Speaking, I have launched a fun body art series called ‘Behind the Ink’. These blog posts are an opportunity to connect with tattoo artists around the globe, pulling back the curtain for those outside of the industry. I interview each tattoo artist, asking about why they got into the industry, their favourite parts about being a tattoo artist, any advance they have for those interested in getting a tattoo and more. It’s clear, reading through these interviews, that these artists are passionate about what they do! If you would like to participate or know someone that I should connect with, please Contact Me for more information.

I hope that you have an INCREDIBLE holiday season with your friends, family and loved ones. Take some time to enjoy everything that this magical season has to offer. Make memories, indulge in some holiday sweets and share laughter with those around you. Before you know it, the new year will be upon us!

Have you ever considered any Christmas tattoos? If so, what type of festive tattoo would you like to have inked?

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