 - Name: Jim Hurd
- Location: Springfield, MO, United States
I'm often called Funtooguy because I've promoted and marketed waterslide temporary tattoos since 1988. I view my products as an alternative to the lifetime commitment of real tattoos. I constantly do research to find the most realistic and best quality in the industry.
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Funtoos Blog
This blog is by the owner of funtoos.com and discusses issues related to all sorts of waterslide temporary tattoos.
Hippie tattoos?
 Have you ever wondered what temporary tattoos would have looked like if they had been available back in the 60's and 70's? Well, one of my trusted suppliers put together a large sheet of designs that we think would have been a big hit with the Hippie sub-culture. Click here to view a larger image of this fun sheet of temporary tattoos. I was busy building a business selling 8-Tack tapes and car stereos in the late 60's and through the 70's, so I got a lot of exposure to Hippies. We even attended some local concerts and events to promote our business. As I recall, real tattoos were not a big thing back then, but I think temporary tattoos would have fit right in with the lifestyle. Quality waterslide tattoos didn't enter the marketplace until the mid 80's, so I can only guess about how Hippies would have reacted to them. Still, I think this collection would have been popular with them. If you remember, or were part of the Hippie movement, you should try some of these quality waterslide temporary tattoos. It may bring back some memories. For some reason, kids seem to really like these designs too, and they would be a great addition to a Halloween costume. Labels: fake tattoo, fake tattoos, funtooguy, funtoos, hippie tattoos, hippies, temporary tattoos
Grandkids visiting?
My neighbors informed me a while back that their five grandchildren were coming for an extended visit and asked about temporary tattoos for them. After the kids had been there for a few days, I got a call saying they were ready for their temporary tattoos. On that day there were only three girls...all under 5 years old. I grabbed a couple of sheets of fairies temporary tattoos and some application supplies and walked to their house. One of the little girls was standing behind the glass storm door and began jumping up and down with excitement when she saw me walking up. After introductions to all of my neighbor's family, I applied the first waterslide tattoo while showing Grandma how to do it. Then I supervised while Grandma tattooed the other two. She caught on quickly and the grand-kids were so proud of their fairy tattoos. They were picking out their next tattoo as I left. This experience reminded me of the many grandparents who regularly order from me to keep a supply of quality waterslide tattoos on hand for when the grandchildren visit. Some have told me they make great rewards for things like cleaning their room or taking a bath. In past years, when all my nieces and nephews were younger, I always took a supply of waterslide tattoos to the family gatherings. The kids always looked forward to that, and it gave them something to do while the adults visited and caught up with each others lives. Here's a few tips to help you prepare to "tattoo" your grandchildren. If you're not familiar with how to properly apply waterslide temporary tattoos, you'll find this short application video helpful. What tattoo images should you keep on hand? For girls, Fairies are always popular. Boys like something a bit more macho like Skulls or Dragons. Size should be considered as well. Many of our temporary tattoo sheets contain several images. As you Browse our Categories, you will find thumbnail images of the sheets in that category. Clicking on a thumbnail brings the sheet up full size and a description of the size of the sheet is shown. Our Special Deals combine two or more similar temporary tattoo sheets and saves you 20% or more. Having some waterslide temporary tattoos always on hand will give the kids and their friends something extra to look forward to when they visit. That's a promise you can count on. Labels: dragon tattoo, fake tattoo, fake tattoos, funtooguy, funtoos, paper tattoos, tattoos for kids, temporary tattoos
Patriotic Temporary Tattoos highlight 4th of July parade.
 4th of July parades provide an annual opportunity for friends and neighbors to get together to celebrate the founding of our great country. It's especially great for the kids as they dress up and decorate their bikes, pets, strollers, etc. with patriotic symbols. Patriotic Temporary Tattoos fit well for an event of this type, and they last for several days. I've been applying patriotic temporary tattoos at our neighborhood parade for 8 years. Nobody seems to know how many years the Oak Knolls neighborhood has held an annual 4th of July parade, but it's been a tradition for many years. I have photo albums from two of those years on my web site Photo Gallery, and this year I posted a video on YouTube. Many of these kids have been "customers" at my little booth for years and always look forward to getting their patriotic tattoo. If you are affiliated with an annual 4th of July parade with your neighborhood, church, or organization; you might want to consider adding temporary tattoos to the activity. I've developed two Patriotic Tattoo Parlor Kits just for this purpose. It's fun, easy, and inexpensive. The kids love it and will look forward to getting a patriotic tattoo every year. Labels: 4th of July, funtooguy, funtoos, patriotic tattoos, temporary tattoos
Celebrate our Founders
I received an email today from a Patriotic friend. It's shown below. Take a moment to consider the sacrifices our founders made to give us the freedom we enjoy and check out our wide selection of Patriotic Temporary Tattoos. Enjoy your July 4th and remember why we are able to be here now. > Have you ever wondered what happened to the 56 men who signed the
> Declaration of Independence?
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> Five signers were captured by the British as traitors,
> and tortured before they died.
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> Twelve had their homes ransacked and burned.
> Two lost their sons serving in the Revolutionary Army;
> another had two sons captured.
>
> Nine of the 56 fought and died from wounds or
> hardships of the Revolutionary War.
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> They signed and they pledged their lives, their fortunes,
> and their sacred honor.
>
> What kind of men were they?
>
> Twenty-four were lawyers and jurists.
> Eleven were merchants,
> nine were farmers and large plantation owners;
> men of means, well educated,
> but they signed the Declaration of Independence
> knowing full well that the penalty would be death if
> they were captured.
> Carter Braxton of Virginia, a wealthy planter and
> trader, saw his ships swept from the seas by the
> British Navy. He sold his home and properties to
> pay his debts, and died in rags.
>
> Thomas McKeam was so hounded by the British
> that he was forced to move his family almost constantly.
> He served in the Congress without pay, and his family
> was kept in hiding. His possessions were taken from him,
> and poverty was his reward.
>
> Vandals or soldiers looted the properties of Dillery, Hall, Clymer,
> Walton, Gwinnett, Heyward, Ruttledge, and Middleton.
>
> At the battle of Yorktown, Thomas Nelson, Jr., noted that
> the British General Cornwallis had taken over the Nelson
> home for his headquarters. He quietly urged General
> George Washington to open fire. The home was destroyed,
> and Nelson died bankrupt.
>
> Francis Lewis had his home and properties destroyed.
> The enemy jailed his wife, and she died within a few months.
>
> John Hart was driven from his wife's bedside as she was dying.
> Their 13 children fled for their lives. His fields and his gristmill
> were laid to waste. For more than a year he lived in forests
> and caves, returning home to find his wife dead and his
> children vanished.
> So, take a few minutes while enjoying your 4th of July holiday and
> silently thank these patriots. It's not much to ask for the price they
> paid.
>
> Remember: freedom is never free!
>
> Patriotism is NOT a sin, and the Fourth of July has more to it than beer,
> picnics, and baseball games. Labels: don't tread on me flag, founders, funtoos, Patriots, temporary tattoos
Temporary tattoos for your ta-tas.
 Kudos to Jodi and Michelle at tatatoos for coming up with a creative use for temporary tattoos. They say "Whether you're looking for something different for someone special, a laugh, a gag or just some fun, let your ta •ta •toos do the ta-ta-talking." and they have several additional sayings available. I've been marketing quality temporary tattoos since 1988, and there's no question that ladies can make quite an impression with temporary tattoos depending on what they choose and how they wear them. You can view some examples by going to our photo gallery and selecting "Ladies and Temporary Tattoos". I've also noticed that most of the orders placed by men are for tattoos women would wear. I can't imagine men wearing roses, butterflies or fairies. That tells me that men like their ladies wearing temporary tattoos and they seem to like variety in the images and the placement. I know I enjoy being surprised with a new temporary tattoo when my beautiful wife wears one. Temporary tattoos are also popular as a fashion item. Just like jewelry, it's a great way to add a special touch or focal point to complement your outfit. Unlike real tattoos, temporary tattoos can be worn for a few hours or a few days...and then removed. We have a Fashion Category that contains dozens of temporary tattoos that that make a fashion statement. Labels: fake tattoo, fashion, fashion tattoos, funtooguy, funtoos, tattoo alternative, temporary tattoos
Gadsden Don't Tread On Me Symbol
 You can now wear the Gadsden "Don't Tread On Me" rattlesnake as a temporary tattoo. The history of the "Don't Tread On Me" flag dates back to 1754 when it was introduced by American general and statesman Christopher Gadsden. It was first used by United States Navy ships charged with intercepting British ships carrying war supplies to British troops in the colonies. It was also widely displayed during the American Revolutionary War. It has had varied exposure over the past 250 years. It became common again in the wake of 9/11 and was flown by the Customs Service, harbor patrol boats in U.S. ports, and individuals serving abroad in the U.S. military. More recently, it has been popular with the Tea Party movement. Follow this link to read more of the history of the Gadsden "Don't Tread On Me" symbolism. Today the Gadsden symbol is available on flags, banners, T-shirts, hand-made signs, and as a large or small temporary tattoo. Labels: don't tread on me flag, fake tattoo, fake tattoos, funtoos, gadsden flag, patriotic tattoos, temporary tattoos
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