A long time ago I did try to purchase this Lenormand
deck form Ciro Marchetti’s website, but
sadly I was informed he didn't sell it any more. You can imagine my happiness
when I heared this deck was going to be published by US games.
I've pre-ordered my
copy with Book Depository and it has arrived safely yesterday. I had read some
reviews already so my expectations were
high. Excited and with al little bit anxiety. (I've had some misprints before) I
opened my package. OMG what a cute and sturdy box I
found in there. It opens with a magnetic flip. I had never seen such a nice box
to go with a US Games deck. The cards are just beautiful. They are gilded, which
adds to the luxurious feel of this deck.
The colors are vibrant and lush and the
cards are thick and glossy and also quite large compared to other Lenormand
decks. Since I never work with grand tableau’s, I don’t mind this at all. I
like the size of these cards which does justice to the beautiful artwork of Ciro. My favorite card as always is “mice”. Wouldn’t you love to tickle this little guy’s tummy?
The deck
doesn't contain the extra cards of the original self-published version. But I've
heard US games will probable print an expansion pack for this deck with the additional
cards in the beginning of 2014. I am certainly planning to buy this too. It does come with a well
written LWB by Tali Goodwin and Rana George.
And even
the backs are stunning. This picture says it all
I am glad I've
picked up my Lennies again and did some practicing before my package had arrived. So with a totally refreshed
memory I am going to play with this gorgeous deck
The
first three cards I've pulled for this deck were: garden + birds + clover:
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People
are coming together to discuss the happiness this deck has brought them
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There’re
a lot of positive comments about this
deck in the community
Simple and
clear just as any other Lenormand deck, except this one is absolutely stunning!!!
I am not a Lenormand
deck collector but I am very happy with this addition to my more traditional decks.
I highly recommend it to every Lenormand reader. And with all the gilded edges
and decorations it could be a great Christmas gift too.
For now, I only have to wait for the Celtic Lenormand Oracle from Chloë McCracken and Will Worthington to be published….. J
I'm not a traditional Lenormand reader, as I tend to use these decks more like an oracle. I have to say Ciro's version is quite lovely. Although a lot of his art is "otherworldly," I prefer the paintings he does of nature. That cute mice card is a perfect example! Congrats on getting the deck. :)
ReplyDeleteI agree to that. That's why i prefer the mice and the other animals in this deck too. I also have his Legacy of the Divine Tarot which I like because it has the same black borders which really pulls you into the cards. Perhaps is could be fun to combine those two decks :)
DeleteWhat a beautiful and lovely deck!!!!!! Probaly it happens the same to you, I always say: this is the last one I buy! But I never stop! :D Muchas Estrellas!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI am trying not to buy as many decks anymore. For now I am totally satisfied with The WIldwood Tarot and The Fairies'Oracle. But this Lenormand deck was on my wishlist for a very long time. For the first time my wishlist is getting shorter instead of longer :D
ReplyDeleteI have the first edition of the self-published version of this deck, and love it. As you say, it's stunningly beautiful. I've heard the card stock is better in this mass market version, and am very tempted to get it. I think I'll put it on my Christmas wish list, and hope Santa is kind :D
ReplyDeleteI can not compare, but this cardstock is very good and I am sure your on Santa's list to receive a beautiful present ;)
DeleteWhat timing! My husband just ordered me this deck, which will be my first Lenormand (Chloe's will be my second). I can't wait to try it out when it arrives. Though I think it's supposed to be a Christmas present, soooo does that mean he'll make me wait???
ReplyDeleteYou will love it! It it also fun to learn this system.
DeletePerhaps, but is is worth waiting for :D
I just drew garden and book. so it might be a secret for a festivity (lol)
Okay, Ellen, you've done it. I must order this. (Not that I wasn't going to order it anyway!) :D
ReplyDeleteI am glad. I wouldn't want to feel guilty :)
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