Faulty Stars Playing Cards by EmilySleights52

Faulty Stars Playing Cards by EmilySleights52 is a thoughtfully designed deck inspired by the famous line from Julius Caesar—“The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourselves.” Built around this idea of self-determination and personal fate, the deck blends meaning with clean, refined aesthetics.

The design emphasizes elegance and usability, featuring a two-way, minimalistic back design framed by a crisp white border and a thin gold accent. This understated style carries through to the rest of the deck, with fully custom pips and custom court cards that maintain a cohesive, modern look. 

The deck also includes identical jokers for versatility in routines, along with a double backer card—adding practical value for magic and creative applications.

Balancing philosophy, functionality, and visual simplicity, Faulty Stars Playing Cards is a deck that not only performs beautifully in hand but also carries a meaningful message about shaping one’s own destiny.

Created for magicians, cardists, and collectors, the cards are printed by Room One Cards on 290g Afflux stock, offering a soft yet durable feel that handles smoothly for sleight of hand and flourishes. Pledge starts at $13 on Kickstarter.

Nebula Spark Playing Cards by EmilySleights52

Nebula Spark Playing Cards close out the Nebula series as its final release, designed by EmilySleights52. Nebula Spark represents the culmination of a project that began in 2021 and quickly became a community-driven success.

Visually, Nebula Spark leans into bold, electric color combinations inspired by the idea that “each moment is a spark.” The two-way back design features the series’ signature quarter-border framing, giving the deck a sharp, modern look while maintaining strong packet clarity for cardistry. The tuck box follows a minimalist approach, using a dark base with a controlled burst of color to preview the card backs within.

The deck is fully customized, including bespoke pips, a custom Ace of Spades, identical Jokers, and standard-style courts that balance familiarity with a distinctive visual identity. A double back card and a blank card are included, expanding possibilities for both magic and creative flourishes.

As the final chapter in the Nebula series, Nebula Spark captures the evolution of a project shaped by community support, refined production, and a consistent focus on performance-driven design. It stands as both a celebration of the series’ legacy and a polished, standalone deck ready for display or daily use.

Nebula Spark is printed by EzraCard and finished with an Air-Cushion finish for smooth handling and durability, making it well-suited for fans, spreads, faros, and dribbles. Pledge starts at $13 on Kickstarter.

Bicycle Serenity Playing Cards

Amid the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Bicycle Serenity Playing Cards invite players to pause, breathe, and embrace stillness. The latest release by EmilySleights52 channels tranquility through motion, transforming each flourish and fan into a moment of calm.

The deck’s design embraces a borderless two-way back pattern, radiating fluidity and balance with each movement. The custom pips introduce a subtle modern aesthetic, while the recolored standard courts provide a familiar yet refreshed touch. 

Hidden among the details are two Jokers featuring a reveal, along with a double backer and a clever gaff card — the “blurry” 8 of Clubs — offering magicians versatile creative potential.

The matte tuck box complements the deck’s theme of quiet sophistication. Embossed with the iconic Bicycle logo, it features the simple yet evocative phrase “Dive into sereity” along the top flap... an invitation to let go of tension and focus entirely on the cards in hand.

Each edition is sealed to distinguish between the standard and gilded versions. The result is a deck that’s as elegant on display as it is fluid in motion.

Printed on USPCC's premium thin crushed stock with the signature Air-Cushion finish. Pledge starts at $13 on Kickstarter.

Final Day on Kickstarter, 11th Hour Silver Playing Cards

The 11th Hour Silver Playing Cards are an elegant, foil-filled, fully marked deck designed for magicians, and collectors.

The journey of this series began on November 11th, 2019 at 11:11pm, when Emily Sleights released the original 11th Hour deck. Following its success, the 11th Hour Gold Edition was introduced, receiving praise for its clever marking system, timeless theme, and refined design. 

Now on Kickstarter, the series continues with 11th Hour Silver... a bold new take featuring a completely redesigned back, a polished custom Ace of Spades, and a refreshed tuck box.

The inspiration behind the 11th Hour series has always been the idea that time is fleeting, urging us to live fully and embrace each moment as it passes. This philosophy is woven into every detail of the deck.

Both the backs and faces gleam with silver foil accents, while the semi-custom courts, elegant borders, and subtle Joker reveals add further sophistication. Because of the integrated marking system, every card features a unique back design disguised within the theme of shifting times on a clock face.

The tuck box itself is a statement piece: crafted from matte black paper and finished with stunning silver foil, it perfectly complements the deck inside.

Pledge starts at $13 on Kickstarter.

Nocturnal Playing Cards on Kickstarter

Destino and EmilySleights52 have teamed up to create a deck that captures the quiet beauty of nighttime with the release of Nocturnal Playing Cards on Kickstarter. Designed with magicians and collectors in mind, the deck is an ode to the idea that darkness can hold peace, comfort, and grace.

Inside, the cards feature custom pips, recolored standard courts, a classic white border, duplicate jokers, and a Queen of Clubs/8 of Clubs gaff card.

The tuck box, crafted with ivory stock and debossing, includes subtle design details like a 7 of Hearts reveal on the flap and poetic quotes on the sides.

Also available on the campaign, the gilded editions in shimmering blue and gold! Each sealed with a unique identifier so collectors can distinguish them without opening the box.

Printed on 300gsm German black core stock with a linen finish. Pledge starts at $13 on Kickstarter.