The RegretsyTM Tarot Project

The Regretsy™ Tarot Project is a collaborative 78-card tarot deck, brought to life by 25 artists from the April's Army International Artist Collective. Launched in 2011, this deck draws its inspiration from the Regretsy.com website, known for its humorous and often satirical take on handmade crafts and art. The project aimed to translate this unique brand of humor into a full tarot system, offering an adult-themed and whimsical interpretation of traditional archetypes.

The deck's concept is rooted in a collective artistic effort, with each of the 25 participating artists contributing their distinct style to the overall vision. This collaborative approach results in a diverse visual experience across the 78 cards, while maintaining a consistent tone of playful irreverence. The humor is intended to be adult-oriented, suggesting themes that might be unconventional or slightly provocative compared to more traditional tarot decks.

As a project from 2011, it represents an early example of a successful crowdfunded tarot deck, raising over $23,000 from nearly 1,000 backers. The focus on humor and a specific online subculture makes it a niche offering, appealing to those familiar with Regretsy.com or collectors interested in unique, artist-driven, and satirical tarot interpretations.

The artwork, as seen in the campaign image, appears to be a mixed-media approach, likely combining digital and traditional illustration. One visible card, possibly a Major Arcana, depicts a whimsical female figure with a steampunk-esque headdress and a ray gun, surrounded by what looks like a pile of shells or organic forms. The style is detailed, colorful, and leans towards a cartoonish or illustrative aesthetic with clear linework. Given the collaborative nature with 25 artists, the overall visual style is expected to be eclectic, though unified by the humorous and adult-themed brief. The card backs feature a symmetrical, mandala-like design in red, black, and white.

This deck is ideal for collectors of unique and niche tarot decks, particularly those with an appreciation for dark humor, satire, and internet culture from the early 2010s. It will appeal to readers who enjoy unconventional interpretations of tarot archetypes and are not afraid of adult themes. It is less suited for beginners seeking a traditional RWS learning tool or those who prefer serious, spiritual, or classically artistic decks.