Chances\nare if you own a tarot card deck, you probably both cherish and value it. To\nyou, it\u2019s precious, and it means everything. It doesn\u2019t matter if you are a\nreader that only owns one tarot card deck or a person that loves collecting\nmultiple tarot decks. You\u2019ll want to learn how to store and care for your tarot\ncards correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How do you store your tarot cards the right way?\u00a0To correctly store your tarot cards, you\u2019ll want to make sure that you have them in a protective case or cover. Types of protective cases you can use include the original box, tarot card bags, a scarf, a special box, or a tarot card box.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Since there isn\u2019t much information available on the Internet today covering how to store tarot cards correctly, we\u2019ve created this guide to help you out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Below we\u2019ll discuss different ways you can save your tarot cards. That way, you\u2019ll get the best use out of your tarot card decks for years to come. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before we get into the details, I want to point out the Related Articles<\/strong> section at the bottom of this post. I’ve collected a number of articles that I thought you would find interesting. Check the out, once you read through this topic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So,\nhow can you properly store your tarot card deck? After all, those 78 cards are\nprobably some of the best friends you\u2019ll ever have, helping you guide yourself\nthrough your future path. We\u2019ll cover some storing methods you can use below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n First, keep in mind that your tarot card deck features cards that are comprised of paper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n While the paper is a bit thick, it\u2019s not the most robust material out there. Some laminating plastic usually covers the paper. Unfortunately, not all tarot card decks come laminated, so that\u2019s another thing to pay attention to before you purchase them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are an avid reader for yourself and other people, you know you\u2019ll be using your deck..That means your tarot card deck will fall apart and get dirty as you use it, especially if you aren\u2019t properly taking care of your tarot card deck. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, since you are bonded to your tarot card deck, you\u2019ll need to make sure you are taking great care of your cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Controlling\nthe wear on your cards means you\u2019ll get a lot more use out of your tarot card\ndeck. Your tarot cards won\u2019t wear out so quickly if you know how to store your\npack correctly and if you use a spread cloth for each reading you perform. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Below\nwe\u2019ll make a suggestion about how you can make your deck last longer using a\nspread cloth. Then we\u2019ll move on to discuss a few different ways you can store\nyour tarot cards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Another useful item you\u2019ll want to use when storing your tarot cards is tarot card bags<\/a> (click to check Amazon for pricing). Tarot card bags come as drawstring pouches that you can drop your cards into and then seal off with a pull-tie. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Tarot card bags come in many shapes and sizes. You can find them in a wide range of styles and materials, so you are sure to find something you\u2019ll like. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, if you have an oversized deck, you\u2019ll be able to purchase tarot card bags in a wide variety of sizes. They do make tarot card bags in several size options, including tarot card bags for oversized decks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n While there is no \u201cright tarot card bag\u201d style to pick, we recommend choosing something that feels right to you. So, get a style and material that you like. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Tarot Reading, 5-Minutes Free!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I’ve recently started working with an online psychic reading company and I’ve received some great feedback. Check it out, then let me know your experience.<\/p>\nClick here to receive a Tarot Reading<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n For other options in tarot card bags, you can also search for a sewn fabric pouch<\/a> (this is listed on Amazon) if you want a wider variety of styles and choices. You can purchase a sewn fabric pouch, or make your own to add a bit of personalized flair to your tarot cards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You can use a simple cotton muslin bag, a velvet pouch, or a silk material. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You can find many different designs at reasonable prices online through Amazon (check Amazon pricing here<\/a>) and other online retailers like Etsy, check Esty pricing options<\/a>. (I like Etsy, because most of the products sold there are by “local” artisans.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, you can decorate your bag as you see fit, adding embroidery, charms, and fabric paint. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember, you want your tarot card bag or sewn fabric pouch to be unique to both you and your tarot card deck, so spending some time to personalize your bag shows your tarot card deck a distinctive element of care that\u2019s important. You could also make your own, if you enjoy doing that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s a good idea to make sure any bag you buy has a drawstring closure to hold your card securely. You can also pick pouches with buttons or zippers, but my preference is for drawstrings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I find that drawstrings work securely and don\u2019t tend to break as easily as buttons or zippers. However, if you feel differently, then my advice is to follow your heart. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When you are dealing with tarot, you need to listen to your inner guidance, and that means picking the styles and options you feel will work best for you and your tarot card deck. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When you start looking for your bag, you\u2019ll need to make sure you measure your cards. The measurements of the pouch you purchase need to be larger than the size of your cards so that you can fit all of the cards in the pouch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re working with a standard-sized tarot card deck, then you\u2019ll need a bag that measures five by seven inches or larger. <\/p>\n\n\n\n While making your tarot card bag might sound like a fun project, it could be a bit overwhelming for some. If you aren\u2019t a crafty person, you\u2019ll probably want to consider other options when it comes to storing your tarot card deck. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A simple fabric scarf (Amazon pricing here<\/a>, Etsy pricing here<\/a>) that you have lying around the house somewhere will also work fine for storing your tarot cards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you decide to use a scarf to protect your tarot cards, all you\u2019ll need to do is wrap the scarf around the tarot cards and make sure you\u2019ve got the edges protected, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Another beautiful thing about using a scarf is that it can double as a spread cloth when you perform your readings. If you want a scarf that can also be a spread cloth, look for one that is thirty-six inches square. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Many\ntarot card readers like using silk scarfs to store their tarot card decks.\nThere is a tradition behind using this particular method, after all. A silk\nscarf is supposed to protect the deck from unwanted, negative energy. It\u2019s a\nvery respectable and historical way to store your cards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, it\u2019s not as easy or as simple to store your cards in a silk scarf (again, check Amazon for a wide variety of designs at a great price)<\/a> compared to using a bag. Click here to view a selection of Silk Scarves available at Esty<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The cards still might get knocked around, fall somewhere, or get lost. However, it\u2019s a matter of what works best for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have a special box or chest lying around the house that you\u2019d like to use to store your tarot cards, know that this isn\u2019t a bad idea. Many wooden boxes and metal tins offer excellent protection for your deck. <\/p>\n\n\n\n They\u2019ll keep your deck safe from moisture, scratching, and the like. Another beautiful thing about decorative boxes, tins, or chests is that they look great while keeping your cards safe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Some people wonder if they should use lined or unlined boxes when storing tarot cards. The truth is, you can use lined or unlined boxes to keep your cards safe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n These boxes offer a lot of great protective and aesthetic benefits. However, they aren\u2019t quite as portable as a fabric bag. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Still, if you want to keep your tarot cards out in the open somewhere in a beautiful display box<\/a> (Amazon has many different options available) that will keep them safe, there is certainly nothing wrong with that. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Etsy has a nice selection of unique tarot boxes as well. Here are a few examples of tarot boxes available through Etsy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you feel your tarot card deck deserves some extra protection beyond the box or tin you want to keep it in, there is no problem with that, either. It\u2019s an excellent idea to wrap your tarot cards in a protective cloth<\/a> before you set them in the tarot box. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, if you enjoy keeping crystals or other vital items that provide you energy and guidance with your tarot deck, it\u2019s effortless to do that with a box or tin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Amazon offers a couple of different crystal packages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you don\u2019t have a special tin or box lying around to store your tarot cards in and you\u2019d like to purchase one, then don\u2019t worry. You can also buy a decorated box that\u2019s made just for tarot cards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Just like tarot card bags, plenty of options exist on the market if you want to purchase a tarot card box<\/a>. (I really like this box, available on Amazon, but it’s not too large so check the size before you purchase – Large Tarot cards won’t fit into this box).<\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll be able to select from a bevy of materials, including wood and tin. You can also get one that is plain or select one that has a pretty design on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re wondering what type of tarot card box you should purchase, you should go with your gut or intuition. You really can\u2019t go wrong picking out a unique tarot card box for your deck if you select something that\u2019s personally inspiring to you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, take your time and find a design or look to a box that both enchants and motivates you.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow Should Tarot Cards Be Stored?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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