Okay, here’s my attempt at a blog post about making holographic tarot cards, following the instructions and example provided:
So, I’ve been wanting to spice up my tarot readings, and what’s cooler than holographic cards? Nothing, that’s what. I decided to try making my own, and let me tell you, it was a bit of a journey. But a fun one!
Getting Started
First, I needed the basics:
- Regular Tarot Cards: I grabbed an old deck I had lying around. Didn’t want to mess up my good one, just in case!
- Holographic Foil: This was the key. I found some online, the kind you use for crafts, not the super thick stuff.
- Adhesive: I went with a spray adhesive, thinking it would be less messy. (Spoiler: it was still kinda messy.)
- Scissors/Exacto Knife: For trimming the foil.
- A flat, smooth surface to put the cards: A clean desk is good for this!
The Messy Part
I started by spraying a light coat of adhesive onto the back of a sheet of holographic foil. Emphasis on light. Too much and it gets goopy and ruins the effect. Trust me, I learned the hard way.
Then, carefully, I laid a tarot card face down onto the adhesive. I pressed it down firmly, trying to smooth out any air bubbles. This part was tricky, and I definitely messed up a few times. It’s like trying to put a screen protector on your phone without getting any dust trapped underneath.
After the cards are fully applied to the foil,I waited. I should wait for 24 hours, but I am a person who has no patience.
Trimming and Finishing
Once the adhesive was mostly dry (patience is not my strong suit), I used an Exacto knife to trim the excess foil around the edges of each card. This was satisfying, like peeling the plastic off a new gadget. But also nerve-wracking, because one slip and you’ve sliced into the card.
I repeated this process for all 78 cards. Yes, all 78. It took a while. My back started to hurt, my eyes were crossing, and I may or may not have inhaled a significant amount of adhesive fumes. Don’t be like me, do this in a well-ventilated area.
The Results
In the end, though, it was worth it! The cards look amazing, all shimmery and magical. They catch the light in a really cool way, and it definitely adds a little extra something to my readings.
Would I do it again? Maybe. It was a lot of work, and I definitely made some mistakes along the way. But the end result is pretty unique, and I’m proud of myself for sticking with it. Plus, now I have a one-of-a-kind tarot deck that’s sure to impress my friends (or at least make them think I’m extra weird, which is also fine).
