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 Woolen Tarot debuts as both art exhibition and deck release on October 3rd, 2025 at Studio 4 in Pittsburgh
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.