8 Cool Planchette Tattoo Designs With Their Meanings

Explore the stunning designs that celebrate the intrigue of the spirit world.

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Have you ever been captivated by the mystery of the Ouija board and the planchette that glides across it? Among the countless tattoo styles, the planchette tattoo has emerged as an intriguing choice for those who want to explore the mystical world. This design serves as a symbol of intuition, guidance, and the unknown. In this comprehensive list, we will explore some amazing planchette tattoo designs along with their potential meanings. Continue reading to know more.

Planchette Tattoo Meaning

The planchette, also known as a planchette pointer or spirit pointer, is the heart of the Ouija board. It is the small, heart-shaped piece that supposedly allows spirits to communicate with the living by spelling out messages or moving toward designated letters or numbers on the board. As a result, planchette tattoos are often associated with:

  • The spirit world and communication with the beyond.
  • Intuition and trusting your gut feelings.
  • Seeking guidance and answers to life’s mysteries.
  • A reminder for a journey of self-discovery.

However, apart from the known associations, a planchette tattoo can also carry a specific meaning for the wearer. Keep scrolling to check out some of the ideas that you can take cue for your next ink venture.

8 Cool Planchette Tattoo Designs With Their Meanings

Whether you are drawn to a simple planchette design or one that incorporates other symbolic elements, there is a planchette tattoo out there that perfectly captures your unique style and meaning. Take a look!

1. Traditional Planchette Tattoo

Traditional Planchette tattoo on the arm
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The simple and elegant planchette adorned with flowers makes this tattoo a truly traditional design. The pastel pink and bright green colors of the flowers against the minimalistic planchette offer a contrasting design. This captivating symbol evokes the ancient mysteries of divination, the unseen forces, and ancient wisdom.

2. Planchette Tattoo With A Third Eye

Watercolor planchette tattoo with third eye
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This planchette tattoo in a watercolor style has a powerful third eye at its heart, symbolizing intuition and spiritual enlightenment. The intricate design contains hues of blue and purple, swirling and intertwining like cosmic energies. This tattoo is a testament to embracing one’s inner vision and also signifies the wearer’s acceptance of the mystic.

3. Vibrant Planchette Tattoo

Vibrant planchette tattoo on a woman’s wrist
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This vibrant planchette tattoo graces the wrist. It has a mesmerizing watercolor effect, swirling hues of pink, blue, and purple that blend seamlessly. At the bottom corner, delicate swirls add a touch of whimsy, while tiny shapes scattered throughout evoke a sense of cosmic mystery. This tattoo is a celebration of intuition, perfect for those who embrace the beauty of the unknown and seek to navigate life’s journey with artistic flair.

4. Skull Planchette Tattoo

Skull planchette tattoo on a woman’s wrist
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A small, yet impactful tattoo graces your wrist. A black planchette with a skull in the center and a tiny heart nestled within speaks volumes. Decorative lines add a touch of intrigue.  This design represents facing mortality with courage and embracing the connection between life and death. It is a powerful choice for those who contemplate the deeper questions of existence.

5. Monochromatic Planchette Tattoo

Monochromatic planchette tattoo
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This tattoo is striking yet simple. The tattoo is completely black, making it stand out from the usual minimal and monochromatic tattoos. This tattoo speaks to those who embrace the allure of the unknown and are drawn to the mysteries that lie beyond. It can also represent the wearer’s need to stand apart from the crowd, to be bold and different.

6. Neo-Traditional Planchette Tattoo

A neo-traditional planchette tattoo on a woman’s back
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This unique planchette tattoo has an additional layer of subdued roses adorning its border. The roses, black in color, signify the wearer’s love for mystery and the supernatural. At the center of the planchette is an inverted triangle that houses flower petals and leaves. The blue color within the triangle represents the sea, while the petals and leaves represent the flora. These elements, together, tell us of the vastness of mystery that surrounds planchettes.

7. Planchette Hand Tattoo With A Pumpkin

Planchette with pumpkin tattoo
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This captivating tattoo with the planchette styled in bold and vivid patterns with a bright orange-colored pumpkin nestled inside is sure to make the onlookers intrigued. This tattoo signifies deep self-exploration and also mischief that is associated with Halloween. A pumpkin symbolizes generosity, abundance, and gratitude, and combined with a planchette tattoo, it conveys the wearer’s gratitude for the unknown force that may have worked in their favor.

8. Heart Planchette Tattoo With Rose

Heart planchette tattoo with a rose on the upper arm
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This is one striking heart-shaped Planchette tattoo! It features a rose at its center, vibrant and full of life, against a backdrop of dull yellow and bold outlines. At the top, a golden diamond-like design adds a touch of regal elegance. This tattoo encapsulates love’s timeless beauty and the enigmatic allure of the mystical realms, perfect for those who cherish romance and seek to navigate life’s mysteries with passion and grace.

In case you still aren’t sure about how you want your body art to look, check out social media platforms like Instagram where tattoo artists, enthusiasts, and illustrators share their designs. Do not let the overwhelming options confuse you! Keep three simple things in mind. First, think about the size of your tattoo. Are you drawn to a bold, statement-making piece, or is a more subtle, minimalist design more to your liking? Next, consider the placement. Where you put your tattoo can add meaning to the design and dictate how visible it is to others. Finally, make it personal by customizing your design. Add special touches like moons, stars, or even your initials to create a tattoo that truly feels like yours.

The planchette tattoo is a captivating design that holds deep symbolism and meaning for those drawn to the mystical and unknown. This tattoo style offers endless possibilities for self-expression. Some may be drawn to its bold representation of life’s deeper questions, while others may gravitate towards the designs as a reminder to embrace spiritual awakening. With such a diverse array of designs to choose from, a planchette tattoo can perfectly capture your perspective on spirituality and a sense of wonder about the great mysteries of existence.

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