The Blackbird Lenormand Deck, 1st Edition
Throughout history, literature, and pop culture, blackbirds have a well-deserved reputation for truth-telling. Often unfairly maligned as harbingers of death or bad luck, blackbirds tend to tell it like it is—not just what you want to hear, but need to hear.
Consider The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe. The raven repeats “Nevermore”—a refrain that makes it impossible for the speaker to ignore the finality of Lenore’s death. And while a painful truth like this is hard to accept—it is, in fact, the truth. And the sooner one accepts a painful truth like this, the sooner one can begin to process their grief and start healing.
(Not to say that’s what the speaker does in the poem, or what Poe did in his life, generally—but you get the idea.)
The raven is also associated with Apollo, the Greek God of prophecy and oracles. According to myth, Apollo sent a white raven—or white crow, in some versions—to spy on his lover, Coronis. When the raven/crow returned, he broke the news to Apollo that Coronis had been unfaithful. Unfortunately, the poor bird was punished for his honesty when, in a fit of rage, Apollo scorched the bird and turned his feathers black. All ravens and crows have been black ever since.
Inspired by the blackbird’s penchant for telling it like it is—and following the cartomancy method designed by late 18th- /early 19th-century French fortune teller Marie-Anne Adélaïde Lenormand—the Blackbird Lenormand deck takes a practical approach to answering questions about everyday life. It won’t always tell you what you want to hear, but it may just tell you what you need to hear. And you’ll be better off for it.
Use this deck on its own—or combine it with your tarot readings—to gain insight on practical matters and determine your best path forward.
Throughout history, literature, and pop culture, blackbirds have a well-deserved reputation for truth-telling. Often unfairly maligned as harbingers of death or bad luck, blackbirds tend to tell it like it is—not just what you want to hear, but need to hear.
Consider The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe. The raven repeats “Nevermore”—a refrain that makes it impossible for the speaker to ignore the finality of Lenore’s death. And while a painful truth like this is hard to accept—it is, in fact, the truth. And the sooner one accepts a painful truth like this, the sooner one can begin to process their grief and start healing.
(Not to say that’s what the speaker does in the poem, or what Poe did in his life, generally—but you get the idea.)
The raven is also associated with Apollo, the Greek God of prophecy and oracles. According to myth, Apollo sent a white raven—or white crow, in some versions—to spy on his lover, Coronis. When the raven/crow returned, he broke the news to Apollo that Coronis had been unfaithful. Unfortunately, the poor bird was punished for his honesty when, in a fit of rage, Apollo scorched the bird and turned his feathers black. All ravens and crows have been black ever since.
Inspired by the blackbird’s penchant for telling it like it is—and following the cartomancy method designed by late 18th- /early 19th-century French fortune teller Marie-Anne Adélaïde Lenormand—the Blackbird Lenormand deck takes a practical approach to answering questions about everyday life. It won’t always tell you what you want to hear, but it may just tell you what you need to hear. And you’ll be better off for it.
Use this deck on its own—or combine it with your tarot readings—to gain insight on practical matters and determine your best path forward.
Throughout history, literature, and pop culture, blackbirds have a well-deserved reputation for truth-telling. Often unfairly maligned as harbingers of death or bad luck, blackbirds tend to tell it like it is—not just what you want to hear, but need to hear.
Consider The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe. The raven repeats “Nevermore”—a refrain that makes it impossible for the speaker to ignore the finality of Lenore’s death. And while a painful truth like this is hard to accept—it is, in fact, the truth. And the sooner one accepts a painful truth like this, the sooner one can begin to process their grief and start healing.
(Not to say that’s what the speaker does in the poem, or what Poe did in his life, generally—but you get the idea.)
The raven is also associated with Apollo, the Greek God of prophecy and oracles. According to myth, Apollo sent a white raven—or white crow, in some versions—to spy on his lover, Coronis. When the raven/crow returned, he broke the news to Apollo that Coronis had been unfaithful. Unfortunately, the poor bird was punished for his honesty when, in a fit of rage, Apollo scorched the bird and turned his feathers black. All ravens and crows have been black ever since.
Inspired by the blackbird’s penchant for telling it like it is—and following the cartomancy method designed by late 18th- /early 19th-century French fortune teller Marie-Anne Adélaïde Lenormand—the Blackbird Lenormand deck takes a practical approach to answering questions about everyday life. It won’t always tell you what you want to hear, but it may just tell you what you need to hear. And you’ll be better off for it.
Use this deck on its own—or combine it with your tarot readings—to gain insight on practical matters and determine your best path forward.
Cards:
36 black and white cards measuring 2.5” x 3.5”
350 gsm paper
Silver edges
Black bird and violet card backs
Matte lamination
Gender inclusive significator cards: “You” and “Them” cards replace “Lady” and “Gentleman” cards. Use “You” for the querent, “Them” for the querent’s romantic partner or another person in their life.
“Hurt” replaced the “Cross” card to represent pain/burden/heartbreak in a more inclusive, universal way. “Hurt” works as a counterpart to the “Heart” card.
Box
Custom printed tuck box
Matte lamination
Booklet
Card-sized, (2.5” x 3.5”), 48 pages
Includes key words, image, and polarity for each card
Also includes sample Lenormand spreads to get started
The Blackbird Lenormand is also available for wholesale. Email Heidi for details.
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Quick notes on ordering and shipping:
All sales of the Blackbird Lenormand are final. (No returns.)
The deck will ship within the United States and internationally by either USPS First Class Mail (for 1 deck) or USPS Priority Mail (for multiple decks).
At this time, due to USPS shipping suspensions, we are unable to ship to Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine.
For all customers outside of the United States: You may be charged import fees and/or VAT depending on where you live, and that is not charged to you or collected here through my website. If you’re concerned about having to pay import fees and/or VAT, please research to see if this applies to you before purchasing anything from this website—I can’t be held responsible. Thanks!
Due to Covid 19 restrictions, shipments may take longer than usual. A tracking number will be provided to track expected delivery dates.
PLEASE NOTE: This deck has been counterfeited and, unfortunately, is all over the internet as a very cheap, lower-quality version with no silver edges, blurry quality, and no guidebook. If you want a legitimate version, you will find it here, and through my list of stockists. I only sell through independent bookstores and retailers—so do not buy from Amazon, Walmart, AliExpress, Ebay, Temu, or anyone NOT on my stockist list, if you want the real deal. Thanks! - Heidi
