Your Tarot card deck is something you cherish. It is precious. And for you, it means the world. Whether you are a reader with one or two Tarot card decks, or whether you are a collector of Tarot decks, storing these decks and caring for your cards is something that occupies every Tarot reader’s mind. Whether a tarot reader or a tarot card collector, tarot cards are precious to both. They want their cards to always look new and vibrant and last long. But with the shuffling and mixing that these fragile paper cards go through, the health of these cards can only be maintained with careful handling..To control and limit the wear and tear of tarot cards, one needs to take utmost care and gently handle the deck. Few things that can be done to keep the cards healthy are:

Spreading a cloth

Tarot cards are made of paper and very fragile in nature. They need to be handled gently with extra care. Placing the cards on hard and rough surfaces can reduce the life of the cards considerably. It causes quicker wear and tear and fading of colour and images on the cards to make the card look old and worn out in a short time and negatively affects the clarity and accuracy of readings. The best way to read cards is while keeping them of a clean and soft piece of cloth. The cloth that is used can be of any material and design. However, the design shouldn’t be so ornate that it distracts the reader while reading the cards. Black coloured plain silk cloth is widely used by tarot readers for the purpose. It helps to keep the cards fresh, charges and anew.

Cleansing and charging the cards

Tarot cards get weak and tired after providing a couple of readings. Their energy and vitality decline and they tend to absorb negative energy from the surroundings over time. Thus it is essential to regularly cleanse the card off unfavourable readings and keep them charged with positibe vibes. This is essential for producing accurate and clear readings from the cards. There are many ways in which tarot cards can be cleaned and recharged but every reader should select the method that they feel is right for their cards. Rightly storing the card Tarot cards need to be stored nicely and safely to enhance their life and help them provide accurate readings. Although these cards come packed in a cardboard box, this packing is seldom durable. Tarot cards need to be stored in a dry and clean place. Since they are made of paper, these cards should be kept in an area that is free of liquids like water, etc. The deck can also be kept in a sacred place of worship. These cards should be kept out of reach of kids and pets since both, even though unintentionally, are capable of destroying the tarot cards, It is advisable to keep the tarot deck in places inaccessible to both. Many crystals, gemstones and herbs have potent healing power and is thus advisable to keep the tarot cards with these things. They not only balance and maintain the positive energies in these cards but also enhance the healing and calming abilities of these cards. Thus it is essential to find the perfect alternative to store the tarot deck. Some commonly used options are stated below.

Tarot Card Bags

Tarot bags are the mostly commonly used for storing tarot cards. They are available in different designs, styles and sizes. From plain to ornate designs, cotton to velvet ones, for really small to oversized decks, there is one for everyone. Most commonly used are drawstring tarot bags which are most easily available in the markets. It should be remembered that while selecting a tarot bag from the cards, the reader must always go with their intuition. They should purchase the one that makes them happy, gives them a feeling comfort and seems “just right” for their deck.

Tarot Card Boxes

Similar to bags, wooden or metal boxes which can be plain or ornate in their design can be used to store tarot cards. The tarot reader is advised to listen to their instinct while selecting the appropriate box for their tarot deck.

The Original Packaging

For people who own more than one tarot deck, it is best to keep the decks which they use for reading in bags or boxes and store the unused ones in their original packaging. All decks should be kept safely and neatly.

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