The Woolen Tarot
Completed over a period of 18 months, The Woolen Tarot is a new journey through all 78-cards of the tarot deck, interpreted first through punch needle rug work and then onto paper and cards.
The Major Arcana
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0 - The Fool
Joyous wonder. Curiosity. A new journey. Wanderlust.
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I - The Magician
Alchemy. The first spark. A powerful new beginning. Breakthrough ideas.
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II - The High Priestess
Deep intuition. Persephone themes. Divine feminine energy. Shadow work. Reflection.
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III- The Empress
Creativity and fertility. Sensuality and pleasure. Beauty and aesthetics, Unapologetically embodied.
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IV - The Emperor
Authority figures. Fathers and patriarchs. Established structures and habits. Empowered: kind, loyal, and supportive.
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V - The Hierophant
Teachers and mentors. Deep spiritual knowledge. A sage or charismatic. Masculine energy that mirrors the High Priestess.
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VI - The Lovers
Fun and cute. Devoted and committed. Adoration and idealism come together. The Lovers find good power through collaboration and tenderness.
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VII - The Chariot
Ambition and determination. Big Leo Energy. Aim for the stars. Future victories. Overcoming obstacles.
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VIII- Strength
Strength as gentle and personal. Adaptable and creative. Mutual respect. Integrity. Balanced power dynamics.
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IX - The Hermit
Purposeful solitude and retreat. Reflection as a way of seeking knowledge. Self-trust. Discernment and wisdom as strengths.
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X - Wheel of Fortune
A necessary turning point. Trust the process. Fates and Fortunes. Anything is possible.
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XI - Justice
Dignity and compassion. Weary yet committed to fairness. Balanced consideration of thoughts and feelings.
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XII- The Hanged Man
A necessary pause. Taking a moment. Creative ease. Trusting the process. Playfulness. Patience. Peaceful protest.
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XIII - Death
Transitions. Necessary endings and beginnings. Regeneration and rebirth. Finality and clarity.
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XIV - Temperance
Joyful vitality. Balanced. Wholesome. Growth and creativity. Presence and receptivity.
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XV - The Devil
Trapped. A sense of powerlessness. Power dynamics and power games. Patterns to break. Obsessions and compulsions.
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XVI - The Tower
Sudden changes. Unexpected breakthroughs and breakdowns. Clear messages and unambiguous signals. Radical shifts. Drama and excitement.
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XVII - The Star
Inspiration and renewal. Creative energy. Serenity, healing and hope. Calm and capable.
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XVIII - The Moon
Unsettling energy. Unveiling secrets or deep knowledge. Shadow work. Generational wisdom. Instinctual fears and fascinations.
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XIX - The Sun
Radiance and self-expression. Full-throttled YES. Compassion and inclusion. Mentoring and generational support.
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XX - Judgement
“Know Thyself.” Conviction. Discernment and personal integrity. Staring down systems of power. Heeding the call.
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XXI - The World
Fulfillment and things coming full circle. The spell has been cast and is now in effect. A sense of play in accomplishment.
The Suit of Cups
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Ace of Cups
Emotional and spiritual awakenings. New emotional experiences that may be lifechanging. Channeling compassion.
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The Two of Cups
Commitment and collaboration. Partnership and mutual respect. Coupling or coming together. Balance and equanimity.
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The Three of Cups
Celebration and comradery. Coming together with loved ones. Culmination of a project of period of time. Uninhibited excitement.
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The Four of Cups
Holding peace. Make sure to see the gifts being offered. Serenity without dissociation. Practicing self care.
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The Five of Cups
A crossroad. Balancing grief and hope. Fair assessments. Sitting with deep emotions.
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The Six of Cups
Sweetness and kindness. Generosity and a welcoming spirit. Youthful views and ideas. Sharing feelings and emotions freely.
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The Seven of Cups
Feeling the need to chose. Dreaming of many possible futures. Haunted by the past. Can suggest exciting possibilities and creative ideas.
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The Eight of Cups
Moving forward. Choosing one’s own path. Feeling fortified and ready to go. Comfort in temporary solitude. Ready for the next chapter.
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The Nine of Cups
Appreciating what you’ve accomplished. Pride in your work. A sense of emotional fullness. Abundance and dreams coming true.
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The Ten of Cups
Closing out an era with a sense of accomplishment and completion. The next joyful chapter. A sense of family, community, or teamwork as part of this celebration.
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The Page of Cups
A playful and youthful energy. Silliness as sport. Going with the flow and being authentically oneself. Rejecting convention if it conflicts with truth.
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The Knight of Cups
Leading with the heart. Optimism and hopefulness as strength. Actively pursuing dreams and goals for the future.
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The Queen of Cups
The epitome of both receiving and giving generously. Ethical power cannot exist without emotional wisdom.
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The King of Cups
Respect and deep empathy go hand in hand. To lead with emotional understanding is to be a true leader. Will always advocate for truth.
The Suit of Wands
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The Ace of Wands
New beginnings. Starting a new project or course of action. A new passion or enthusiasm. Urgency and excitement.
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The Two of Wands
Decisions and planning a future. Ready for all possible outcomes but understanding the need to choose. The world is your oyster. And decisions are hard.
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The Three of Wands
Freedom to move. Travel and adventure. A sense of possibility. The moment before embarking on a great journey.
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The Four of Wands
Rapprochement. Reunions and secure attachments. Celebrating life’s wins. A sense of peace and safety with chosen family.
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The Five of Wands
Conflict and tension, but make it transformative. Energy as a creative or a destructive force. Differences can spark new ideas if ego steps aside.
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The Six of Wands
Celebrate your wins. Big news and big payoffs. Most of all, big feelings, and they feel good.
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The Seven of Wands
Feeling overwhelmed and outnumbered. Holding out for what you believe in. Against the odds. Assessing the balance of things.
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The Eight of Wands
Power! Exciting, fast, big new beginnings! Eight magic wands all pointing in one direction and casting a spell.
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The Nine of Wands
Feelings of pride. “I DID that.” Acknowledging a period of profound work and achievement. Assessing boundaries. Reviewing work/life balance.
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The Ten of Wands
On the edge of necessary change. Things feel wild but are just about to either come into balance or fall apart. You’ve got this?
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The Page of Wands
A fantastic new idea is in the works. Listen to your friends and allies. Honesty leads to great solutions.
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The Knight of Wands
Adventurous and spontaneous. Traveling with few plans but a lot of heart. Off the beaten path and finding unusual solutions.
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The Queen of Wands
Independent and strong-willed. Queen of boundaries. Knows when to offer help and when to give space. Loves to watch things grow over time.
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The King of Wands
Forever seeking greater peace and knowledge. Looks to nature and ancient traditions for guidance. Ability to weather harsh and difficult conditions.
The Suit of Swords
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The Ace of Swords
New ideas and breakthroughs. An exciting new environment or project. The joy of making the right decision.
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The Two of Swords
Facing a difficult decision or choice. Feeling stuck or unwilling to chose. Justice is blind?
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The Three of Swords
Heartbreak. Devastating and/or dramatic. The heart is pierced but also stands strong.
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The Four of Swords
A period of necessary rest and reflection. The best ideas come in a dream. The world may miss you but it’s temporary and rejuvenating break.
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The Five of Swords
Winning at all costs? Are you the one left feeling confused and betrayed or are you the betrayer? A sense of confusion around boundaries and relationships. An invitation to reconsider alliances and confidants.
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The Six of Swords
Healing and moving forward. A gentle and safe journey into a new world and experience. Some nostalgia for the past, but confidence in the future. A good guide makes for a good trip.
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The Seven of Swords
Deceit, trickery, sneakiness! An intruder can be literal or internal. What is stealing your energy? Who has your thoughts?
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The Eight of Swords
Surrounded by swords and bound… but how tightly? A sense of overwhelm but potentially one has more power than they may initially believe.
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The Nine of Swords
A dark night of the soul. Grief and regret. Waking up to an old pattern. Awareness precedes change.
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The Ten of Swords
Does everyone have it out for you or is there an element of drama? Both/And? A card of too much: too much thinking, too much doing, too much to process.
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The Page of Swords
The energy of jumping in and doing. Unabashed enthusiasm. Learning on the job. A lifelong student.
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The Knight of Swords
Impulsive and enthusiastic. Action focused, and fiercely loyal.
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The Queen of Swords
Does not suffer fools. Inquisitive, insightful, and effective. Independent and fair thinking. Wise and judicious.
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The King of Swords
A strong and clear mind. Logic and reason are the pillars of decision making. Simplicity and wisdom are perfect companions.
The Suit of Pentacles
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The Ace of Pentacles
New financial or resource-driven opportunities. A generative idea or experience presents itself.
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The Two of Pentacles
It’s all about balance and finding ease in chaos. What might be complicated also has a pattern and meaning all its own. Learning to go with the flow can be really fun.
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The Three of Pentacles
Putting an artistic or personal offering into the world is exciting and terrifying. Creativity is a resource, a gift, and an invaluable human experience.
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The Four of Pentacles
Security and safety. Pride in personal accomplishments. Attachment to the way things are. Independence.
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The Five of Pentacles
Power imbalance. Seeing the world as it is. Isolation and worry. Anxieties about security and belonging.
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The Six of Pentacles
Good luck and windfalls. Seeing opportunities. Following through and accepting gifts. A positive outlook.
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The Seven of Pentacles
Watching the clock. A good use of time. A sense of accomplishment for work well done. Considering long-term goals.
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The Eight of Pentacles
Hard work and commitment. A sense of real pride in one’s work and skill. Achieving high levels of mastery in an area of work. A good work/life balance.
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The Nine of Pentacles
Independence and joy in one’s life. Doing exactly what brings fulfillment and satisfaction. Dedication to beauty. A creative life can also be a secure and safe life.
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The Ten of Pentacles
Deep roots related to security. Financial windfalls or resources. Family or generation ties. Long-term security and wealth.
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The Page of Pentacles
Exciting new project energy. An unexpected adventure. Enthusiasm and good luck.
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The Knight of Pentacles
Hard work and dedication. Commitment to a goal. Traditional rules and values.
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The Queen of Pentacles
Taste and manners. Loves the fine things without being snobbish. Practical and thoughtful.
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The King of Pentacles
King Midas meets Paul Bunyon. Everything he touches turns to gold but he’d rather be in the woods than the city. A deeply held sense of balance between responsibility toward others and personal solitude.