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Tarot in Wonderland
I began writing this review as I sat outside Westmead Children’s Hospital waiting for my grandson to come out of surgery. So, this deck and I have a strong bond. For the five hours I sat at a café situated just outside the hospital, (damn you Covid), Tarot in Wonderland was a comforting and insightful companion. Just like Alice when she went down the rabbit hole, I was transported to a new way of thinking about myself and how I engage with the world and time flew by. Therefore, to say I found this tarot set powerful is a gross understatement. But, it’s not just the cards. The book is…
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The Wild Unknown Alchemy Deck
The Wild Unknown Alchemy Deck is the fourth and final instalment in The Wild Unknown series which also includes The Wild Unknown Tarot, The Wild Unknown Archetypes, and The Wild Unknown Animal Spirit. Like the others, this deck is distinctly Kim Krans. It may seem that to create four decks with a very similar aesthetic would make some cards feel redundant. That isn’t the case. Each deck has its own approach and whether used together or individually, they encourage an in depth exploration of any situation. Some decks I own are beautiful and I feel connected to them. Nevertheless, they could be interchanged with others in my collection. That’s not…
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Dark Fairytale Tarot
The Dark Fairytale Tarot draws from the non-sanitised concept of the fairy tales of old. Generally with this deck you’re not going to experience Disney-esque endings. When they do appear they come with a reminder that there’s always a price to pay. And yet, even though this deck focuses on the darker side of the fae, I wouldn’t say this is a dark deck. Rather I’d say this is an honest deck that can help you to uncover and own your true ideals, or help you to recognise and acknowledge the price you pay if you ignore them. The Dark Fairytale Tarot Cards From the outset this deck is different.…
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Wizards Tarot
The Wizards Tarot combines Barbara Moore’s tarot knowledge with bright and colourful imagery that depicts magic and “magic makers” in a practical, everyday sense. Moore makes the world of magic and its possibilities accessible to all. Furthermore, she urges people to see tarot as a skill to be developed over time rather than an overwhelming and arcane practice beyond the reach of many. And, she shows how tarot can be integrated into our day to day lives and suggests what we may gain if we do. That makes this a great deck for people just starting out with tarot. The Wizards Tarot Deck I have many of Barbara Moore’s tarot…
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Starman Tarot
If you like street art and David Bowie then welcome to the Starman Tarot. Or if you’re looking for creative inspiration then you may well have found a perfect match. However, if you’re looking for a RWS clone I’d suggest you keep scrolling through my reviews because this probably isn’t it. Although, if you want a tarot deck that adheres to the RWS system but shakes things up a bit, then this deck is a great option. There is nothing vanilla about this deck. Think strawberry flavoured ice cream with a rum and raison twist and a bit of lemon sorbet … then place it on a pizza. As eclectic…
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The Tarot of Curious Creatures
The Tarot of Curious Creatures is creator, Chris-Anne’s, latest offering. In this deck she ‘welcome[s] [you] to the world of curious creatures, peculiar guides and unfamiliar familiars.’ I have to admit it took me a while to decide I wanted to enter this world. But, now that I have, I can’t see why I hesitated. It’s different and I like different. Although the meanings align with traditional RWS expectations, this deck has a unique way of communicating them. For those interested in pathworking this deck is well worth a look. The attached guidebook encourages you to adopt this practice. Although, somewhat unsurprisingly, it’s pathworking with a twist. The Tarot of…
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The Dreamkeepers Tarot
The Dreamkeepers Tarot took mixed media artist, Liz Huston, 12 years to create. It’s an RWS inspired deck but the distinctly feminine theme which sees the Queens heading the Court means some cards reflect a different view point. However, even though the deck is slanted towards the Sacred Feminine, it still honours the role of the Divine Masculine. Thus the deck maintains a sense of balance and ensures everyone can truly see themselves mirrored in the cards. The Dreamkeepers Tarot Cards From my first flip through I was captivated by the muted colour palette. I found it soothing. The deck combines acrylics, oils and watercolours with digital elements to create…
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The Medieval Scapini Tarot
The intricate artwork of The Medieval Scapini Tarot ensures that each time you look at a card you’re bound to discover something new. For example, the cups aren’t just empty vessels featured just to designate a suit. Neither are the coins. The 6 of Coins pictured below, shows this clearly. No pentagrams here. Each coin portrays a scene. The same is true for the 6 of cups. A different scene is presented either on the cup or within it. This may seem typical for the 7 of cups in most RWS inspired decks but here it is put to good use throughout the entire Cups suit. Yes, there’s a lot…
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Surrealist Tarot
If you’re wanting to use tarot to tap into your unconscious to discover what hidden factors are driving your behaviours then what could be a better match than the Surrealist Tarot? When you consider that according to the accompanying book, ‘Surrealism was born essentially as a rebellion against the dictatorship of rationality …’ this deck is designed to take you to places other decks don’t. To look at the Surrealist Tarot and read it based on card titles alone and in reference to “typically this card features ….” is obviously possible but what a missed opportunity that would be. This deck almost begs you to leave rational thought behind and…
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Believe In Your Own Magic Oracle
The intention behind Believe In Your Own Magic Oracle is to provide “you with daily messages of empowerment whenever you’re in need of some inspiration or validation.” However, I feel the power of this deck is that it encourages us to change our perception of how we think we should be and act. In order to own our self worth we need to be truly honest with ourselves. Though at times harsh, this Oracle supports this practice. The Believe In Your Own Magic Oracle Cards If you’ve been with me for a while you’ll know that I’m all about writing, editing and re-writing your own story (not just figuratively either).…
