Written by: Magenta This spread is based on the 22 cards of the Major Arcana. The way of laying the cards is a bit complicated, although you do need a large space to lay the cards on! It forms an increasing spiral pathway, with one card leading to the next. When interpreting the cards, […]
Creative Spreads
Celebrating Beltane: Reading the Spread
Written by: Emma Sunerton-Burl In response to the recent post on Celebrating Beltane, we had a few responses, with members kindly interpreting the spread. Here is the much appreciated second reading, from Emma Sunerton-Burl: 1. The Virgin: What is offering a fresh start? 9 cups I see this as the start of the journey to […]
Spread: The Butterfly Relationship
Written by Magenta As a card reader, both Tarot and Lenormand, one of the most frequently asked questions is about a relationship. Around the world, people view the butterfly as representing endurance, change, hope, and life; think of the stages a butterfly goes through during its life. A butterfly is generally seen as a transformation of some […]
Spread: Feelings, Thoughts and Actions
Written by: Magenta My interest in the Tarot started in the mid 1970s when a boyfriend at the time bought me a set – the good old Rider Waite! At first, I just used the Celtic Cross and short three cards spreads, but then moved on to larger ones, like the Gypsy 21 card and […]
Book Review: The Ultimate Guide to Tarot Spreads
When I opened the parcel in which this book came, I fell in love. It is beautiful! The cover and each and every page is so well designed, I find it really difficult to talk about anything else! I’d like to give all respect and congratulations to the designer of the book, “Sporto!” You have […]
Creating Your Own Tarot Spread
Written by: Bonnie Cehovet There are an infinite number of Tarot spreads out there, for an infinite number of purposes. Readers will often find, however, that creating their own spreads adds depth and specificity to their readings. The first step to be taken is to define what the reading is all about. What does the […]
