| 1. Choose Your Tarot Deck Structure Most tarot decks include: · 78 cards total · 22 Major Arcana 56 Minor Arcana
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| 2. Set the Right Dimensions Standard tarot card size is 70 × 120 mm (2.75 × 4.75 inches). Always confirm size with your printer before designing. Add: · 3mm bleedon all sides · Safe zone inside the edge (avoid placing text near borders) |
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| 3. Design in CMYK, Not RGB Monitors use RGB printers use CMYK. Designing in RGB can lead to dull or inaccurate colors after printing. Best practice: |
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| 4. Maintain Visual Consistency Your deck should feel cohesive. Consider: · A repeating border or frame · Consistent iconography · A unified color palette Many successful decks use a limited color scheme to reduce printing costs and increase elegance. |
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| 5. Prepare Print-Ready Files Export your designs as: · High-resolution PDFs (300 DPI minimum) · Individual files per card (easier for printers) · Clearly named layers (Front/Back) |
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| 6. Test Before You Launc Before a full production run: · Order a single deck sample · Check color accuracy, card stock, and finish · Shuffle the deck—yes, really! |
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Conclusion Designing a tarot deck is a deeply personal and creative journey. With the right preparation, your artwork can become a physical deck that people treasure for years.
