The Oracle of Knotty Weave

The Oracle of Knotty Weave is a 52-card oracle deck designed to transport users into an imagined world, offering wisdom and whimsy through its unique imagery. Developed by Amanda Newsom, who created the original art, and Amber Highland, who wrote the accompanying guidebook, the deck draws inspiration from their combined knowledge in natural science, ecology, spirituality, gaming, and esoteric studies.

Each card features original artwork intended to spark imagination and facilitate self-exploration. The deck is accompanied by a 75-page guidebook that introduces the world of Knotty Weave, detailing its landscapes and inhabitants. This guidebook also includes visualizations and prompts to support personal exploration of the themes presented on the cards, making it suitable for both guided and intuitive readings.

The project successfully funded on Kickstarter in 2019, raising $1,659 from 30 backers. The collaboration between artist and writer aimed to create a cohesive and immersive experience, with the guidebook being developed alongside the artwork to ensure a unified vision for the Knotty Weave world.

This deck is ideal for individuals seeking an oracle deck with a strong narrative and a unique, imagined world to explore. It will appeal to readers interested in self-exploration, imaginative visualization, and those who appreciate original, illustrative artwork. Its focus on natural science, ecology, and esoteric themes also makes it suitable for readers with similar interests, particularly those who enjoy fantasy or gaming-inspired elements in their divination tools.

Amanda Newsom and Amber Highland collaboratively created The Oracle of Knotty Weave, drawing from their diverse backgrounds in natural science, ecology, spiritual practices, gaming, and esoteric knowledge. Amanda Newsom is the artist responsible for the original card paintings, while Amber Highland developed the 75-page guidebook and created card spreads. Their process involved Amber working with Amanda's in-progress art to write the guidebook, ensuring a cohesive vision for the imagined world of Knotty Weave.