I'm taking you along with me as I create a new card deck for myself. I will create it with an American Indian theme as I did once before. What is Lenormand? - check out my previous article.
Card 10 - Tomahawk
Another card that had to change significantly. The original was the Scythe, but the meaning of the card is generally negative, with none of the connotations that might be thought of when thinking of the harvesting tool.
As such, I previously used a Hatchet, but this time (esp given image limitations) I went with the Tomahawk, being a device which is overwhelmingly violent and destructive in nature. While I'm sure it derived from a common ax (everyday tools often got transformed into weapons over the course of history), this image is purely a weapon of war - which works well with the theme of the Scythe according to Lenormand teaching.
When we think of the Scythe, we tend to think of:
- A cut, break, sudden sweep of the blade.
- Danger, swift even carelessness.
Adding the Tomahawk, I'm thinking of:
- People who may harm you
- Severe threat
For more information on what this card means, check out Lenormand1's interpretation - for combining the Scythe (or Tomahawk) with any other card, check out the site: Learn Lenormand
For my new card, For my new card, I hit Google Images search, looking for something with CC0 (Creative Commons 0) licensing meaning that I don't always have to remember to credit someone - essential if I were to start doing paid readings with these cards.
This time, I started with a basic image, and colored it in. Then, I added a separate background image. With the stormy clouds, I think it adds the appropriate mood to the card.
I also had to find out which traditional playing card is associated with this card. So, here is my result:
(Tomahawk image source: Pixabay Plains image source: Good Free Photos)
Note: Readings are entertainment only (legally). You are in charge of your own destiny.
Previous cards: 1 Rider; 2 Dreamcatcher; 3 Canoe; 4 Tipi; 5 Medicine Wheel; 6 Clouds; 7 Poison Ivy; 8 Burial; 9 Flowers
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Lori Svensen
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