A leather tarot deck stand for your altar. Sized just larger than a standard deck so it rests neatly on top (open stand—not a box), keeping cards clean and ready between readings. Handmade in England with full-grain leather and hand-finished edges; fits most tarot and oracle decks.
Inspiration
I've been looking at lots of different altars as of late. I would often see tarot cards sat on the table. I thought it would be cool to make a little stand for a tarot deck, that would allow me to wrap my fingers around the cards to easily pick them up when loose. It can be a bit fiddly picking up loose cards directly from a flat surface.
Includes
Branded presentation box for the stand
Sealed thank you note
Certificate of Authenticity
Two Polaroid photos taken during the crafting process (an extra keepsake for scrapbooking)
Does not include other accessories as seen in the photos.
Does not include "Under The Oak Tarot" or "Light Seer’s" deck
How it's made
The decorative front is made from full-grain 5oz (2.5mm) vegetable-tanned leather. I've carefully finished the leather to achieve a rich, wooden sheen that enhances its natural beauty. The top designs will vary, based on whether I've incorporated suede or just tooled the leather. I also added small rails to help keep the deck in place.
The reverse side features full-grain 5oz (2.5mm) vegetable-tanned leather, also finished to complement the front. I've embossed it with the Midlands Apothecary logo, adding a personal and authentic touch to the stand. This is also one of the rare pieces where I have included feet to help the piece stand slightly proud of the table.
To bring the two pieces of leather together, I adhered with water-based contact cement. The edges are carefully hand-finished (burnished and edge-painted) in leather acrylic paint for both visual appearance and protection. The main base and rails are then hand-sewn together. This meticulous process not only ensures the stand's longevity but also highlights the quality of the piece.
Approximate Dimensions
The dimensions of the stand are 146mm tall by 95mm wide by 6mm thick.
Feet add ~8 mm to in-use height
The central card placement is 126mm tall by 76mm wide, which is ideal for the most common size of tarot card.
Natural Leather Characteristics
The colour of your leather piece may differ slightly from what you see on your screen.
Due to the dyeing process, the colour may vary slightly depending on the area of the leather.
As full-grain leather undergoes minimal processing, natural wrinkles may remain visible and their patterns can vary from piece to piece.
With natural leather, some blemishes are to be expected, though I always do my best to keep these to a minimum.
Safety Information
Designed for adult decorative or ritual use. Not suitable for children. May contain small parts that could present a choking hazard. Keep away from fire and moisture. Read more in my Safety & Compliance Policy.
Made-to-order items take approximately 7-10 working days to produce. The production process involves multiple stages, including tooling, dyeing, and antiquing, which require 2-3 days of drying time before assembly and packaging.
Delivery Times
Shipping costs vary depending on the size, weight and destination of the order. Estimated delivery times are as follows:
UK Domestic: 1-3 business days
Europe: Not currently available
USA & Canada: 7-10 business days
Australia & New Zealand: 10-14 business days
Please note that these are estimates and may vary due to customs processing, postal disruptions, or high-demand periods.
US Customers
I’ve taken extra steps to ensure your order arrives with no unexpected customs fees. Duties and taxes are handled in advance. Please note: due to recent US government customs changes, parcels may occasionally take longer to clear.
