Alright, let’s gab about these here tarot bags, you know, the little sacks you keep them cards in. I ain’t no fancy expert or nothin’, but I seen a thing or two, and I can tell ya what’s what.
First off, why do you even need a tarot bag? Well, it’s like this, you wouldn’t leave your good Sunday shoes out in the rain, would ya? Same thing with them cards. They’re special, see? You gotta treat ’em right. A bag keeps ’em safe, keeps ’em clean, and keeps ’em from gettin’ all scratched up. Plus, it just feels…respectful, ya know? Like you’re givin’ ’em a proper home.

Now, there’s all sorts of bags out there, more than you can shake a stick at! Some are plain ol’ cloth, some are fancy velvet, and some are even silk, if you’re feelin’ highfalutin. I seen ’em in all colors too, black, purple, red, you name it. Honestly, it don’t matter much what it’s made of or what color it is, long as it does the job.
But if you wanna get picky, some folks say black velvet is the best. They say it protects the cards from bad vibes and keeps ’em energized. Me? I dunno. I reckon a good sturdy cotton bag works just fine. It’s all about what feels right to you, see?
And the size? Well, that depends on how big your deck is. You don’t wanna cram them cards in too tight, but you also don’t want ’em sloshin’ around in a bag that’s too big. Just get one that fits, simple as that. You can find ’em all over the place, online, in them witchy shops, even at flea markets sometimes. Just keep your eyes peeled.
Some folks like to put other things in their tarot bag besides the cards. Rocks, little charms, bits of herbs, whatever they think will give the cards a little extra oomph. I ain’t never done that myself, but hey, if it works for you, go for it. It’s your bag, your cards, your rules.
Now, how many bags do you need? Well, that depends on how many decks you got, don’t it? I only got the one, so one bag is enough for me. But if you’re one of them collectors with a whole pile of decks, you’ll need a whole pile of bags, I reckon. You can get them in sets too, seen some online, like six or somethin’ at a time. Saves you some trouble, I guess.
- Protect your cards: Keep them safe from damage and dirt.
- Respect the cards: Give them a special place to stay.
- Choose your material: Velvet, silk, cotton, whatever you like.
- Pick the right size: Not too big, not too small.
- Add extras: Crystals, charms, herbs, if you want.
- Get enough bags: One for each deck.
Some bags, they got drawstrings, some got zippers, some just fold over. Again, it don’t matter much, long as it keeps them cards inside. I like the drawstrings myself, easy to open and close. But you do what you like. It ain’t rocket science.

And listen, don’t go breakin’ the bank on a fancy tarot bag. You can find a perfectly good one for a few dollars. Or, if you’re handy, you can even make your own! Just a little bit of fabric and some thread, and you’re good to go. I ain’t never made one myself, but my niece, she’s good with that kind of stuff. Maybe I’ll get her to make me one someday.
So, there you have it. Everything I know about tarot bags. It ain’t much, but it’s the truth, as far as I see it. Just find a bag you like, keep your cards in it, and treat ’em with respect. That’s all there is to it.
And one more thing, don’t be listenin’ to them folks who try to tell you there’s only one right way to do things. When it comes to tarot, or anything else for that matter, the best way is the way that works for you. So, go on, find yourself a nice tarot bag, and get readin’ them cards!
Remember, the most important thing is finding a bag that you like and that you feel protects your cards. Don’t worry too much about what other people say. Just trust your gut and go with what feels right.
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