Abstract: A moldable gripping device for use with a tattoo machine includes a tube and a Room Temperature Vulcanization (RTV) silicone rubber. The tube has a first end, a second end, and an outer surface. A tattoo machine can be inserted into the tube so that the tube is removably secured to the tattoo machine with an operable end of the tattoo machine protruding from the first end of the tube. The RTV silicone rubber comprises a first part and a second part, which are mixable to form a substrate. The substrate is moldable to the outer surface of the tube, deformable by grasping in a hand of a user, and curable to form a custom molded grip. The custom molded grip is substantially nonpliable and is molded to fit the hand of the user.

Abstract: A moldable gripping device for use with a tattoo machine includes a tube and a Room Temperature Vulcanization (RTV) silicone rubber. The tube has a first end, a second end, and an outer surface. A tattoo machine can be inserted into the tube so that the tube is removably secured to the tattoo machine with an operable end of the tattoo machine protruding from the first end of the tube. The RTV silicone rubber comprises a first part and a second part, which are mixable to form a substrate. The substrate is moldable to the outer surface of the tube, deformable by grasping in a hand of a user, and curable to form a custom molded grip. The custom molded grip is substantially nonpliable and is molded to fit the hand of the user.

Abstract: A tattoo machine cover device including a bag that can receive a tattoo machine. The bag has a bottom end opposite an open-mouth end. The open-mouth end provides access to an interior pocket of the bag where the tattoo machine can be placed. The bottom end has a hole which also provides access to the interior pocket and which is configured to align with a needle cartridge aperture of the tattoo machine. The bag is formed of a heat shrinkable film material that conforms to a shape of the tattoo machine when the bag is heated by a heat gun.

Abstract: Systems, methods, processes, and devices are disclosed for measuring and matching the color and appearance of decorative artifacts to facilitate product selection, such as in a retail store or other commercial environment.