I bought both these and the gilded version, and I have to say that I love both! From a handling standpoint I prefer the un-gilded version; I just enjoy the way the raw edge of a cardstock playing card feels over a gilded edge, but both decks are simply gorgeous and a joy to play with! Hands down one of my favorite decks of all time
As much as I love playing cards, a larger core of my identity as a hobbyist is being a blacksmith. I have been dreaming of a deck like this for years! I love everything about this deck! The damascus embellishments on the face cards, the Ace of Spades, and the Jokers are all beautiful. The back design flows exceptionally well, and I love the solid line in the middle making it look like a real damascus stack was forge welded together! The hidden card reveal is gorgeous as well. The use of silver foil is beautiful, and the thin silver line around the pips make light dance off the cards in a way I can only describe as stunning
The Steel deck by Daniel Madison was the closest I ever got to joining two of my favorite hobbies together, but it pales in comparison to what Emily has achieved here. Thank you so much for creating this! I can't wait to show this off to my friends and fellow blacksmiths!
Really great deck, lovely finish and graphics. Of all the dozens of kickstarter projects I have backed you are the only one to include a bag of a few sample cards etc, which is a great touch and much appreciated
Emily is awesome and this deck is beautiful as well. As is all of her decks. Really happy to call her an acquaintance and can't wait to see what decks she creates in the future!
Neat little gimmick. This is one of those effects that seems obvious once you know how it works. I suspect there are alternative uses for it. I can't wait to get creative with it.
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Clarke Aldridge
Love it!
This is my first time ordering from Emily and wow I was Very Impressed on how well the cards are made and the quality of them! I will definitely order from you again Emily!! Well done my friend! 😊
988 Lifeline Playing Cards (Standard/Blue Gilded/Purple Gilded)
Matthew B.
Perfect case for displaying the series
I love carat cases, and this one customized with the deck art is a great way to display the series. A must for collectors.
Chapters Carat Case
Wendy Pittari
Amazing!
When the cards arrived, I couldn't believe how beautiful they were. I was extremely impressed with packaging and the thoughtfulness in the detail. I appreciated the little but important items included as well, magnet, stickers as well as personalized thank you. Looking forward to adding another!
988 Lifeline Playing Cards (Standard/Blue Gilded/Purple Gilded)
John McMahon
Beautiful deck w/ a beautiful message
I love this deck!
Elegantly tackles the very tough yet important subject of mental health & suicide prevention. Beautiful card design front & back w/ shimmering foiled Forget Me Nots on the court cards & “CALL * 988 * TEXT * 988 * CHAT * 988…” lettering border on the backs. They feel as good as it looks too!
Gorgeous deck in an equally beautiful tuck case. Highly highly highly recommend this deck.
988 Lifeline Playing Cards (Standard/Blue Gilded/Purple Gilded)
Stefani Hayes
Elegant and inspiring
I own the Breakthrough decks in red and blue and absolutely love them. They were gifted to me by a friend and wow what an amazing gift! The stock and finish handle very well- just as I like and the message is inspiring. These cards make me feel good every time I see them. I’ve made flowers out of these decks and they handled perfectly. A lot of times with more solid colored cards, I notice the finish doesn’t hold up as well and shows wear more easily- but not these! These held up beautifully to all my manipulating them and turned into flowers I’m proud of. I loved working with these cards.
