AFFORDABLE TAROT AND ORACLE DUPES | Alternatives to Pricy Indie Decks

[@michealareads]

I would love to see another video of this but with dupes of out of print decks!

[@Lisa_Papez]

In the works!!

[@Thehodgepodgeartist]

Yes!

[@MyAndromedanCheese]

I second this idea! And that could be a great segway into starting a discussion around dealing with the sadness and frustration of missing out on decks. I come from a privileged position where I can get most decks I want, but even so, I miss out on some decks. None of us can afford everything - we all will experience deck FOMO. Maybe if we talk about how everyone experiences FOMO (no matter your income bracket) and how to get through it, we can start helping everyone purchase more thoughtfully. Or at least feel as if their struggles are not theirs to bear alone. And having dupes as examples can really help with it.

[@kingRichardSteve]

Yessss!

[@theallisoncompendium]

Yes! Great idea. Especially something like the Spolia Tarot. I start to feel like a lot of these oop decks are so unique and that there’s nothing else like them. Like the Lubanko Tarot. But maybe that’s just part of the psychology of them being impossible to get.

[@kayporterfield3919]

This was wonderfully helpful - an antidote to my sometimes feelings of being like a kid with a small allowance gazing through the candy store window at chocolates she can't afford.

[@fernandajerez3]

Lisa, we know now you are really busy… just consider to add more videos to this series in your calendar 🙏🏼 This is so helpful!!! Thank you so much, Lisa for all you do♥️

[@arden.dreams]

An alternative for the dream vision tarot is the mystic mondays tarot. To the oak, ash and thorn could be the soul cats tarot with artwork from the same artist or even the spirit song tarot. The alternative to the rebel heart tarot is the tarot of the curious creatures. An alternative for the mini OAT could be the wild unknown pocket tarot. An alternative for the pulp tarot could be the housewives tarot.

[@marutakelers1856]

Being extremely budget conscious, I really appreciated learning about the equivalent decks. Yes, please bring us more!

[@TarotwithRuby]

What a GENIUS video concept! I always loved seeing dupes when I watched makeup videos and it's sooo smart to do the same for tarot and oracle decks.

[@Lisa_Papez]

Thank you!!!

[@CandySoulAndSoil]

Yes yes yes to more of these i absolutely loved it. On a limited budget with unthinkable postage and taxes now to the uk and that’s if a deck will even ship here as more and more now won’t, this was so useful and fun. You are a genius ❤❤

[@lesmomo3935]

🏆OMG! Sooooo helpful from every angle. My sis lives in NS & I'm in SoCal. The shipping is real/always a huge consideration...I'll be getting the Sea Soul Journey to share with my teen pisces son. Please do these types of videos forever! Thank you thank you thank you 🙏🧡

[@KryHea]

As someone who LOVES the Weavers Oracle and has the Goddess on Earth on her wishlist, one deck that also scratches that vibe for me is the Lantern Oracle. It's not a goddess deck but it is a very feminine deck that scratches that "ancestor" energy for me. I'm also a fan of the Sacred Mothers and Goddesses Oracls by Claudia Olivos. The Goddess Oracle is definitely one of my all time favourites though!

[@AnnieDusk]

The "dupe" part of your antihauls has always been my fav, so this kind of video is amazing imo 🤩 thank you!

[@MyAndromedanCheese]

Always appreciate how you focus on the function of each deck. Of course aesthetics are important, but a good deck should have both. I hope you do more of this type of series! It’s so easy to want every new deck that comes out, but stopping to think about its function and what other options are available makes thoughtful purchasing much easier. While I’ll continue to support indie deck creators, I know it’s a luxury item and while I can afford some, I can’t afford all. :)

[@Lisa_Papez]

Well - looks like this one went over well so I'll definitely be making more! I love bringing in new things, for sure, but I also try to balance my content in this space, so I'm glad this was helpful!

[@ginagills8245]

Another Dupe for Weavers Oracle is The Wisdom Keepers Oracle. I love it! And I'll definitely check out the Sacred Hags Oracle recommendation

[@annak8176]

Interesting alternatives. None of these was on my radar although the Flow Tarot and Sea Soul Oracle look interesting :) I would love a second part with more decks. Personally I'm eyeing Revival tarot but shipping cost is killing me 😭What about a video about ''dupes'' for out of print decks (Tarot of Delphi 👀)

[@RoseHoneyRitual]

Love this. @Empress Song did a tag recently called #poptarotalternatives offering suggestions of alternatives to popular and potentially too expensive tarots

[@Lisa_Papez]

Oooooh! fun!

[@MagicalMundaneTarot]

Thank you for running with this Lisa. ❤ and thank you to everyone giving my channel some love this morning. I'm still learning KZbin and not very experienced so I appreciate it.

[@Lisa_Papez]

Thank you for inspiring the idea!!! And hey ... does this mean more videos from you??? *waggles eyebrows* (srsly though, no pressure, it can be a lot!)

[@Audrey-rb2nf]

I have Heavenly Bodies, and it is beautiful, but I started seeing Starcodes Astro Oracle around and fell in love with it. Cost less than $20. I think I'll use it a lot more.

[@annie7768]

I make my own deck holders...but man, I am jealous of some of the fabric Peggy finds for you girl! I'm still searching for something perfect for my tarot of trees a year after getting the deck :)

[@SaranyaSun]

I think the celtic dragon tarot by Lisa Hunt would also make a great alternative for the Indie dragon deck.

[@hannahbanana9821]

Lol, I said the same thing just a minute ago, I hadn't seen your comment 😊

[@nohelanikh6788]

I love this video! Please keep doing more. I’m glad the mass market Goddess Oracle is still getting love.

[@Lisa_Papez]

It's still tried and true in my collection!!

[@gourmetknitters5938]

Great video. Thank you for bringing a positive take on a much needed conversation that is being had and giving a wonderful solution to those of us that cannot and will not spend the crazy prices for what the Indie decks are going for now adays.

[@Lisa_Papez]

You're welcome! I'm glad you found it helpful.

[@ereiamwyrdraven]

Yes! The Voyager Tarot 😊 I am lucky enough to consider James Wanless a very special spiritual influance and met him and than was able to interview him for my channel. He embodies the Joy, Light & Love in every way imaginable and truly one of a kind Seer versed in spiritual practice and alternative ways of healing our bodies.

[@crystalfrancis1223]

I love this idea! Would you do another with out of print decks? I really want the Monstarot for inner child healing.

[@Lisa_Papez]

Absolutely!

[@katherinegallagher9081]

Thank you for this type of comparison vs. cost video. Since there are so many decks and so little time😢 it can be difficult doing thoughtful research on it before purchase. This helps take a pause to see what the real $ costs can be; and whether or not you want it or something else 💖🦄🐉

[@CedarMoonWitch]

I loved this video, but especially because you highlighted that indie publishers are producing their decks alone, versus mass market publishers who have money and resources that an individual likely doesn’t. I’d love to see dupes for the Mysteries of Mary and the Black Madonna decks, because those are two decks I’d love to have, but under no circumstances can I ever see myself buying 😭😂

[@heatherstanley2610]

Thank you so much for this video - it gave me some ideas and highlighted mass market decks I didn't know existed. I would love to see more of these, especially OOP decks, to help quell any temptation to pay the aftermarket prices.

[@Lisa_Papez]

You got it!

[@whichcraftnow]

This is BRILLIANT! I love this SO much! I've wanted the weavers oracle forever, and just didn't get it, because there are so many other decks that i want as well. I somehow missed the sacred hags! I'm only 45, but ongoing female issues have reduced me down to one useless ovary, and threw me into full-blown, estrogen taking menopause. I've struggled SO hard with having a 9 year old son, and suddenly becoming what I consider to be a crone. Definitely getting that deck. Thank you!!

[@Lisa_Papez]

So sorry for your struggles - and I'm so glad that the Sacred Hags will be a good option for you!

[@whichcraftnow]

@Lisa Papez oh, don't be sorry! It's good now, but thank you 💜

[@RootsAndWaves]

Thank you for the care, time and energy you put into preparing this video resource. An excellent way to showcase various decks in differing price points. I absolutely love my Voyager Tarot and big meaty companion book. 🌟🥰

[@drmelissawest]

I absolutely loved this video LIsa, you are the best! I do hope that you will do this style of video again. I have both indie decks and mass market decks. I've been on both sides of this as a creator and consumer. I see the benefits of both.

[@marinkillen6407]

Omg I love the sacred hags oracle! I wish people talked about it more!

[@steffymuze]

I was hoping someone would do a dupe or comparison list like this! Would make a great ongoing series too 😊 knowing the plethora of decks nowadays

[@BenebellWen]

This was such a great video concept, and the dupe comparisons were spot on. ❤

[@Lisa_Papez]

Thanks!!

[@aquamarine18]

I have been eyeing Flow Tarot for a while (due to your videos) and now I'm wondering if I'm also eyeing the Sea Soul Journey Oracle -- have added it to my written 'look into more / think about' list. The tones of the messages feel very different but I like the looks of both a lot.

[@KimberlyLetsGo]

This was an excellent topic. Revisiting this theme is not only helpful for those looking for an alternative deck, but also can be reverse engineered: if you like the less expensive mass-market deck and want to get something similar and ready to invest more financially, this is just the type of video to watch.

[@cherylf7333]

I love this series. I just got the Kawaii tarot at Barnes and noble for $15 after finding a random B&N gift card and I love it.

[@nataliewinters6735]

Great idea. Also your sleeping pup in the background is adorable ❤

[@Phoenix_rising_heart]

Another great series. Love it! "Not down for counterfits!" I only recently purchased some pricy decks but the wait to get them through kickstarter is taking forever. My budget is tight these days & these videos are always appreciated. Thank you Lisa

[@TheScreamingElf]

I share your love of Three Trees decks. They are wonderful and beautiful. Thank you for this!

[@deelaity2917]

Thank you Lisa, for all your hard work and thoughtful comments on these alternative decks. It's a pleasure to watch and is very sensitively presented. The postage to the UK is often astonishingly high, it can be more than the deck, and has a real bearing on many of my deck purchases. I appreciate all your great suggestions and will be buying some of the alternative decks. Please continue to make this sort of video alongside all your other exuberant, joyful and rhapsodic offerings.

[@heikeortmann2637]

thank you Lisa, you are great. Please give us more of this tipps, thank you.

[@kelvynmartin8688]

Yes Lisa, totally loved this video...more please. Terri from Australia 🦘🇦🇺 💜

[@MsPrettyVermin]

Great Video!! So important to see in the current tarot community at this time.

[@Azarika]

Very good video. Would definitely love to see more on this subject. The Goddess Oracle and Sacred Hags Oracle seem interesting and with good guidebooks. Do you have a recommendation for a good Gods oracle? I know about Gods and Titans oracle, but the art doesn't speak to me.

[@Lisa_Papez]

Hmm, let me think on that a bit!

[@carriesmysticalmusings]

Omgosh I loved this!!!! Please more dupes ❤ if you don't have amazon prime it will ship free for over $25 I always spend over that 😂

[@Lisa_Papez]

Oh good! I've had prime so long I couldn't remember! Hehe.

[@Christa.Chronicles]

I loved this idea!! I think it’d be super cool to carry this idea over to decks that are currently out of print too! 😁

[@Lisa_Papez]

That's the plan!!!!

[@pamelabatchelor9204]

yes this was very fun and informative Id love to see another one thank you Lisa

[@pamjournalcreate]

This video was amazing, i would love to see more videos like this. i been wanting to get the weavers oracle (lets be honest it seems like everyone is talking about it and i want to see whats all about) but the price its to much really but the sacred hags looks soooo much and i must admit that i like the art on the sacred hags oracle more. So thank you soo much for the recomendation, i will definitely be getting that.

[@emmettowl]

Awesome video idea. And I appreciated you pointing out the factors affecting pricing at the end. I live in the UK, so the Smoke Ash and Embers would cost me £47.50 (about 60USD) including shipping and taxes, whereas the Flow Tarot would cost me £77.90 (almost 100USD!).

[@janetdanes7945]

Thanks Lisa, Benny from The Fool’s Apprentice YT channel recommended this video. I’d love to see more videos like this where you compare an Indie deck with its MM alternative (if there is one). Shipping costs to Australia range from $35 (minimum) up to $60. The shipping matches and sometimes exceeds the price of the deck. I can choose 4 MM decks for the price of the one Indie deck. Needless to say, I choose the 4 decks over one Indie deck most of the times.

[@zkins]

would love to see another video like this.

[@tellbee654]

Brilliant stuff, Lisa! I’m in the UK so shipping alone for loads of indie decks is prohibitive for me. I do treat myself to the gorgeous three trees decks as UK based but otherwise I do check amazon , amazon used ( always in excellent condition !) and e bay to find affordable decks. More of your help with this type of tarot decks please

[@rifflinthemind.5793]

Blackwells is good for UK mass market and often have money off decks. Their shipping is v reliable too.

[@le-coeur-et-l-esprit]

Of course, you always come up with the best video series ideas. Impressive! Yes, please continue! The Aello (Delphi and Earth majestic tarots) and Baba studio decks need dupes. Really expensive but so inspiring...

[@jessr.7770]

Love this video concept. Some of my favorite readers are mass market. Good Karma is one of my most frequent readers I call it my YA Romance reader because the artwork reminds me of all the modern YA novels cover art.

[@Lisa_Papez]

LOVE that!

[@JonSkyeTarot]

Wonderful video, thank you. I am so grateful you showed an alternative to The Ritual Tarot, I love it but it's way out of my budget, The Voyager Tarot looks like an amazing option for me ❤

[@loum111]

Love this video! A home run. Would love to see more! I hope others do a VR!!

[@Beanmachine91]

the weiser tarot is a colorful dupe of the rider deck lol as well as the radiant wise spirit

[@atwinflamelove6553]

Watching this right after I spent $444.44 on The Bonestone and Earthflesh 😅. I told myself I wouldn’t get it but I kept seeing the deck in my dreams like it has a message for me and I finally decided maybe I’m being guided to. I wish I had gotten it before it hit this value but I don’t think I knew about it back then…so that may be my last tarot purchase of this year 😂.

[@suegrant6608]

Thanks Lisa this was so helpful, shipping to here UK is so expensive and not all countries will ship here. So more please thankyou 😊

[@niamhmitchell8713]

Love this, can't wait to see more of these. ❤ Dancing in the Dark tarot is a great dupe for the true black, especially trimmed and y dged in black 😊

[@heatherrosetarot]

Loved this video - please do more! ❤ I think its so important to have affordable options, and this was a very cool concept to explore!

[@MarleneTheresa]

Great video and great idea for a series. I think this is going to be helpful for so many people. Myself included. ❤ Thank you.

[@Lisa_Papez]

Aw thank youuuu!

[@bookishandwitchy2554]

Great video, thank you! One I think has similar vibes and colours is Janassa Jass (probs spelled wrong) and the universal folk oracle.

[@francesca3386]

The video I need! Thank you :)

[@thewalnutwitch]

I am from Eastern Europe and I certainly get a sticker shock for most of the decks, not only indies, even some of the mass market decks are expensive here :D

[@CarriedAwayWithDolls]

Oh my gosh what a wonderful idea! This is amazing, thank you for this!!! Lisa you are an absolute gem! I'm loving your makeup, its a great spring/fall mixer 🧡💚🧡

[@Lisa_Papez]

Hehehe thank you!!!

[@oekmama]

I love this concept! Also with Antihauls, and Say Yes to the Deck. A lovely trifecta of creativity that can actually lead Tarotube out of the slump it’s been in, moving from PR cog in the wheel to added value! Well done!

[@melissagerber7231]

Another nice, photographic ocean themed indie deck,that wasn't super expensive, was the first edition of Salt And Sea Energy Oracle Deck. The next one has blue and green art,and different and more cards with overall positive meanings. I have them both and would use them together, or as a curated deck,with cards from both. I miss the natural phenomena from the first deck,and, some more cautionary meanings.

[@Umurhan999]

Alchemical visions tarot is also a pretty good alternative to ritual tarot. Nobody seems to mention it, maybe because it is huge, but it is very elaborate like the ritıal tarot with very evocative imagery. Another thing to mention is that alchemical visions is similar in concept in minors to RWS and Thoth. Also it has a massive guidebook.

[@BennyTheFoolsApprentice]

Lisa, this was a great video. Thank you for doing the shoes tarot. Maybe you can do an oracle dupes video. Awesome work!!!

[@the_buddhist_witch]

What a great idea for a tag! I love this. ❤️

[@Lisa_Papez]

Aw Serefina! Thank you so much!! I am so glad folks are receiving this video in the spirit it was intended, that really means so much!

[@priscillastarotcorner]

This was such a great video! I definitely hope you do more of these because this is so fun!

[@debcllns]

I really enjoyed this video and hope you do more in the future. 😊

[@nicolecasavant2564]

Very thoughtful video. I think we all get so caught up in the newest and coolest new releases. Costs have jumped so much in the last year. Outside of the USA costs are compounded by exchange, shipping and duty expenses. Also US Games and Llewellyn have some decks they simply will not ship to Canada so purchasing these products becomes even more costly through alternate resources. I love that you present options. Yay! 🇨🇦

[@ladysmall9853]

Heavenly Bodies was my first Astrology deck. I got it because you and Veryn had both talked it up and I love it. I use Starcodes Astro more for associations in astrology study and HB as an oracle for readings. Sacred Hags is now on my list of decks to consider more seriously. If I found it in person I would likely get it on the spot.😂

[@Arignon]

I love this video's concept and I especially appreciate your putting everything into perspective at the end of the video! It is true that there are good alternatives for many decks around for those who can't or don't want to afford expensive decks. Saving on many decks also means that one may afford to buy a more expensive deck once in a while. There are really special decks around the art and production quality of which are unrivalled and that I'd never do without, e.g. the Smoke, Ash & Embers. So looking forward to this becoming a regular series!

[@Lisa_Papez]

I am so grateful that you totally get what my intention was with this video! Definitely not trying to dissuade anyone from making the purchases they want to make - just a big fan of 'the more options, the more folks can enjoy their hobbies/interests/practices'! :) (also, confession time, I got the Tarot of Dragons so I can toggle between it and the Smoke Ash & Embers which I lovvvvve). LOL :)

[@caryj6562]

Fantastic video idea!

[@whalesong813]

This was an excellent video! Would love to see more like this.

[@morrisnakes]

I really liked this video and would love to see more like it. Sea Soul Journeys Oracle has been on my wishlist a while, so I'll definitely have to give it some serious thought after seeing it in this video. It looks like a really lovely deck.

[@catalinacazacu9014]

Amazing and very helpful. I would love to see more videos on this topic..

[@SalemElectro7]

This was a fabulous idea. I loved seeing your choices and hearing your thoughts on why. You’re always so sincere which I appreciate. I’d love to see another like this and I love the idea a few other mentioned about doing it with OOP decks. I always love this kind of thought process from you even in the context of choosing a new deck and asking do I have anything that kind of fits the vibe already? So good. Thank you for posting this! ❤

[@rainbowlanterntarot]

Lisa! This is such a fabulous idea! I thoroughly enjoyed this video and look forward to seeing more in the future.

[@Rebecca_C_Wright]

This is a great idea, I hope you get to make more :)

[@angelaschredl9245]

What a great video 🤩 Yes, want another one, please 🤓 Thanks for sharing all this information with us

[@teslagoth9401]

I enjoyed the sound effects

[@Lisa_Papez]

For a second i forgot I had sound effects! And then I remembered! LOL

[@teslagoth9401]

@@Lisa_Papez lol!!! Money in the piggy bank is always beautiful music 🎶

[@lisastevens2607]

Excellent! I am always interested in seeing what options are out there. Deck purchasing is always a matter of personal choice but being well informed and having a trusted source show me options is definitely appreciated!

[@Lisa_Papez]

[@papermoontarot4219]

Great topic to offer to your viewers, Lisa! There are decks that are so unique in art and quality there's no replacement (Dust II Onyx comes to mind), but I just came across a "nice" indie deck I liked, but with shipping it's $96 US! Besides realizing you have something kind of like it already, looking for less expensive options is worth it. But can't we come up with other words than crone and hag for mature ladies? (Your puppy is so sweet asleep behind you :)😸

[@trex1570]

Lisa …you’re just pure excellence 🙌🏾🙌🏾. This video is fantastic

[@mariafrancescademaddis2560]

With a rebel yell, she cried more, more, more! 😂🎉❤

[@whitney6796]

Do more of these types of videos.

[@lauriealexander5857]

This helps with FOMO. Thank you.

[@Lisa_Papez]

You're welcome!

[@martys_musings]

This was amazing lisa! Such a brilliant informative video ❤

[@Marizeye]

Such a wonderful, informative and thoughtful video! I really hope you do more like this. I was really intrigued to hear your experiences with the Hag oracle deck. I got rid of that one and had no recollection of the meditations you describe😄- but what interested me in particular was just to hear such a major influencer talking enthusiastically about a cheap, relatively unknown deck. I would love to hear more about that sort of perspective, because it gives a more rounded picture of the person reviewing. Otherwise, I sort of get the impression that influencers only use brand new/indie/expensive decks which gives, I don't know, something of a more commercial feel? I don't know if I explain myself right but in any case I loved the video and hope you do more of the kind!

[@pagangirl86]

I absolutely loved this video! It was very helpful! ❤

[@natalieartist1113]

Great idea, I love how you showed the amount saved at the end. Also showing folks about smart purchasing. There is nothing wrong with buying non mass market decks if you have the funds. I occasionally will buy a deck here and there. I look forward to your cards. Kudos..

[@TheIlwin]

Great idea for video indeed. :) Though for people living in Europe (like me) (and differs even more from country to country of course) the money will look different (though of course independent deck is generally always (naturally) more expensive than mass market, it's always good to see possible alternatives :) )

[@ArwenLynch61]

Terrific episode’

[@alita_mahree]

Loved this video! Thank you! I think it will be very helpful to many.

[@tracypettigrew2495]

Love this video it helps a lot with the affordable decks love your videos to x

[@theexploracle]

Thanks for this video Lisa! I enjoyed watching it, looking forward to more in the future. :)

[@z1LeaF]

I second what most of the comments say-- yes to these videos and great ideas and thoughtful comparisons!

[@bhavanasureshstephen9040]

Great idea!