Hi, I’m Lisa and I’m so glad you’re here.
Some of you may know me from my YouTube channel, where I share supportive, practical tarot content. I also create tarot and oracle decks, and teach courses designed to help readers build a confident, intuitive relationship with the cards.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your practice, I know you’ll find something for you here. Check out the links above and a few of my favourite things below to get started!
Reach out ot me anytime via my socials or the contact me form available at the bottom of this page, where you can also sign up for my newsletter to stay up to date on all the things!
“May your magic always shine from the inside out!”
Check out these sneak peeks from my upcoming project, Convocation of Witches Tarot
(Coming to Kickstarter Spring 2027)
All illustrations are digitally hand-drawn (no AI!) under my direction by Francesca Paiocchi, the talented artist whose beautiful work I also commissioned for Unicorn’s Journey Tarot, Unicorn’s Journey Oracle, and the upcoming Unicorn’s Journey Lenormand. Please keep in mind that the images below are unedited. They will be cropped to the center to fit standard tarot-card size, and the card title will be added. Please note that these images are subject to change or alteration.
Emperor
Lovers
Death
Sun
Fool
Eight of Wands
Queen of Wands
Ace of Cups
Three of Cups
Ace of Wands
Ten of Swords
Five of Swords
Three of Swords
Ace of Pentacles
Three of Pentacles
Articles
The Ultimate Guide to Cardstock
There are several factors to consider when it comes to the physical and aesthetic experience of a deck of cards. The factors that will most impact this experience include size, paper type, core, weight and thickness, finish, and any decorative touches added.
Size
Size often comes down to personal preference, but if you intend to shuffle your deck of cards, you want a size that’s easy to handle. If the cards have gorgeous art on them, you may also want the cards big enough to appreciate the details in the artwork. In general, the more detailed the artwork, the bigger you’ll want the card so you can see it – but that needs to be balanced out with what’s comfortable to handle. The most common card size for Tarot cards is 2.75” wide by 4.75” tall. If your cards are not especially thick, this is generally a reasonable size to both see the artwork clearly and be able to shuffle the cards.
The sizes I’ve encountered for Tarot, Oracle and other decks within my personal collection include:
Jumbo 3.5″ x 5.5″
Unique/Oval 3.08″ x 5.5″
Oracle 3.5″ x 5″
Tarot 2.75″ x 4.75″
Poker 2.5″ x 3.5″
Peggy’s Guide to Say Yes to the Deck
So if you’ve seen any of my wife’s videos from her series “Say Yes to the Deck”, you’ll probably have some idea of where this guide is heading.
If you’ve never heard of “Say Yes to the Deck” let me break it down for you.
Once upon a time, my wife was looking for a fun idea for another video to post on her YouTube channel (go look). So, on one lazy afternoon (or morning or evening, whatever) Lisa realized that she’d have a lot of fun making a video that explores the decision making process of choosing a tarot deck. I got roped in somewhere along the way and the rest is history.
Since then, Lisa has done a semi-regular “Say Yes to the Deck” video where she chooses a new deck from a short list of 4-5 decks, and I make an appearance to talk her into the cheapest de… I mean help her make the most beneficial purchase for her needs.
This has also morphed into a second semi-regular series, “Helping You Say
Yes to the Deck” where I join my wife and I ever so kindly and gently (snortlaugh) help them make the best deck purchasing choices for their needs.
This guide is a compilation of some of the more common questions you’ll encounter in the videos as well as a breakdown on how and why the questions are important.
DISCLAIMERS:
1. Swearing. There will be swearing.
2. There will also be no other disclaimers, because you are a grown-up (I assume) and don’t need that shit
The Sassy Pam Tarot offers a bold and refreshingly direct twist on a classic tarot deck, designed to help you read with clarity and confidence.
This deck pairs the iconic artwork of Pamela Colman-Smith with grounded, easy-to-understand messages that get right to the heart of the meaning of each card.
If you want a deck that makes tarot more approachable, practical, and just a little bit sassy, this is the deck for you.
This deck is designed to help you read with clarity and confidence, without having to memorize a thing.
Every card features a message representing the card's meaning printed right on the bottom. This message is written as if the card is speaking directly to you, giving its own interpretation. All you need to do is focus on the question while you shuffle and lay out the cards, and your answer will be revealed.
While this is a fantastic tool for those new to tarot, it also offers a ton of flavor and fun for seasoned tarot readers who want to re-invigorate their practice with a new take on the cards.
The 60x110mm size is 10mm smaller (all around) than the tarot's usual 70x120mm size. I find this to be the best size to enjoy that tarot feel and shape while still being able to get your hands around the deck for a good shuffle.
The 330gsm German black-core cardstock is the highest quality cardstock currently available on the market. The linen embossing and casino-grade semi-gloss finish ensure a smooth glide when handling the cards. These cards are designed to be durable, flexible, and easy-breezy to shuffle. The deck comes in a magnetic wrap-around box with a ribbon lift-out, a signed and numbered certificate of authenticity, and an exclusive spread card.
About the Images:
The art used in this project is from the original Pam A deck by Pamela Colman Smith, which I personally digitally edited, mostly for minor line and wear corrections/touch-ups and to add some light distressing to give the deck an aged feel.
About the Write-Ups on the cards:
The write-ups you will find on every Sassy Pam card written by me, Lisa Papez.
About Lisa Papez:
Lisa Papez is an author, tarot educator, tarot deck creator, and YouTube content creator whose work has always been founded on her passion for self-worth and personal empowerment: the common threads that connect everything she does.
For over twenty-five years, Lisa has been working with the tarot for herself and others. She is intensely passionate about making tarot accessible for everyone, as she believes it is one of the most powerful tools available for accessing greater self-awareness and leveraging personal growth. Because learning such a comprehensive system can be overwhelming, Lisa's work is focused on providing innovative methods that both new and existing tarot enthusiasts can use to deepen their relationship with this empowering tool.
Lisa's Work:
The Self-Worth Path
Unlocking the Tarot
Unicorn's Journey Tarot
Unicorn's Journey Oracle
Sassy Dragons Tarot
Sassy Pam Tarot
Classy Pam Tarot
Convocation of Witches Tarot
Please note that I am personally based in Coquitlam, BC, Canada - and I manage and dispatch all orders from my home, however every order is physically shipped from my fulfillment center in Michigan, USA.
The Classy Pam Tarot offers a vintage twist on a classic tarot deck, designed to be easy on the eyes, and the hands.
With cards that are slightly smaller than standard, and printed on the highest quality cardstock available on the market, this deck offers a clean, uncluttered reading experience that keeps the focus on Pamela Colman-Smith’s iconic artwork.
If you love the original Waite-Smith imagery, but prefer an easy-to-shuffle deck designed to withstand the test of time and heavy use, this is the deck for you.
The 60x110mm size is 10mm smaller (all around) than the tarot's usual 70x120mm size. I find this to be the best size to enjoy that tarot feel and shape while still being able to get your hands around the deck for a good shuffle.
The 330gsm German black-core cardstock is the highest quality cardstock currently available on the market. The linen embossing and casino-grade semi-gloss finish ensure a smooth glide when handling the cards. These cards are designed to be durable, flexible, and easy-breezy to shuffle. The deck comes in a magnetic wrap-around box with a ribbon lift-out, a signed and numbered certificate of authenticity and an exclusive spread card.
About the Images:
The art used in this project is from the original Pam A deck by Pamela Colman Smith, which I personally digitally edited, mostly for minor line and wear corrections/touch-ups and to add some light distressing to give the deck an aged feel.
About Lisa Papez:
Lisa Papez is an author, tarot educator, tarot deck creator, and YouTube content creator whose work has always been founded on her passion for self-worth and personal empowerment: the common threads that connect everything she does.
For over twenty-five years, Lisa has been working with the tarot for herself and others. She is intensely passionate about making tarot accessible for everyone, as she believes it is one of the most powerful tools available for accessing greater self-awareness and leveraging personal growth. Because learning such a comprehensive system can be overwhelming, Lisa's work is focused on providing innovative methods that both new and existing tarot enthusiasts can use to deepen their relationship with this empowering tool.
Lisa's Work:
The Self-Worth Path
Unlocking the Tarot
Unicorn's Journey Tarot
Unicorn's Journey Oracle
Sassy Dragons Tarot
Sassy Pam Tarot
Classy Pam Tarot
Convocation of Witches Tarot
Please note that I am personally based in Coquitlam, BC, Canada - and I manage and dispatch all orders from my home, however every order is physically shipped from my fulfillment center in Michigan, USA.
Tarot Bootcamp for Beginners is a foundational tarot course designed to help you truly understand the cards, not just memorize meanings. Through personal association-building, archetypes, elements, numerology, and hands-on practice, you’ll learn how the tarot system fits together and gain confidence reading for yourself and others. NOTE: Pricing is displayed in CAD - Canadian Dollars.
Intuitive Tarot Reading teaches you how to tap into and trust your intuition so you can read the cards with confidence. Rather than relying on fixed definitions, you’ll learn two different methods for interpreting tarot in a way that feels responsive, personal, and grounded, allowing your readings to flow more naturally. NOTE: Pricing is displayed in CAD - Canadian Dollars.