Bicycle Snowman Back Playing Cards by PlayingCardDecks

Polish designer Artur Rajch and PlayingCardDecks have unveiled their latest creation just in time for the festive season. Their partnership, known for producing original, collectible, and captivating playing cards, is back with a joyful holiday-themed surprise – the Snowman Back Bicycle Playing Cards.

Inspired by the nostalgic memories of childhood Christmases spent with family, the Snowman Back Bicycle Playing Cards aim to capture the essence of those cherished moments and infuse them into every game. The design, inspired by the iconic Rider Back design, radiates the playful and joyful spirit of the holiday season.

Inside, the artistic brilliance of Artur shines through each card, transforming them into individual works of art. The deck encapsulate the pure magic of the holiday season. With three delightful color options to choose from, you can select the one that best aligns with your holiday spirit.

Every deck includes two gaff cards – the Double Back and Double Face – adding an element of surprise and wonder to your card tricks. 

As you prepare to celebrate the holiday season, consider adding the Snowman Back Bicycle Playing Cards to your collection. These cards promise not only fun games but also a celebration of the most wonderful time of the year, with every shuffle and deal bringing a heartwarming touch of holiday cheer.

Printed by the United States Playing Card Company on Classic Stock, featuring a traditional cut, and sporting an Air-Cushion Finish. Available now on Kickstarter for $12 for a single deck.

Final Week on Kickstarter, “Let’s Play V1” Playing Cards by Luke Wadey

Meticulously crafted by Luke Wadey, “Let’s Play V1” playing cards is a fresh and innovative take on traditional playing card design. Currently funding on Kickstarter, “Let’s Play V1” marks the inception of a new typographic collection inspired by cardistry. 

“Let’s Play V1” elevates the art of playing card design to an entirely new level. It explores graphic treatments by combining effects, typography, and patterns. The theme revolves around visually representing and altering emotions through graphic design. 

The deck’s one-way back design features the words ‘Let’s Play’ contorted across the card, creating a mesmerizing effect. Each card face boasts its own warped typography, transforming all 52 cards into distinct pieces of art while remaining practical for gameplay.

Even the aces receive a unique treatment, with a single pip moved around the card. Additionally, the deck includes a double backer card and three jokers that collectively form a single captivating artwork when properly aligned. During cardistry flourishes, the deck comes to life as the shapes twist and turn, generating unique patterns and illusions.

The tuck box mirrors the deck’s innovative design, making it not only functional but also visually striking. It can be used for card flourishes or displayed as a remarkable piece of art.

Produced by the prestigious United States Playing Card Company, this deck is part of a one-time print run with a limited production of approximately 1500 decks.

“Let’s Play V1” also offers a limited edition variant in a striking all-black design, exclusively available through this campaign. This edition includes 55 cards printed on Linen stock with an MPC finish. The tuck box can be signed free of charge, and personalized ace of spades cards are included. This limited edition promises to be a rare and coveted collector’s item.

Available NOW on Kickstarter from $11.

ABBOTS (Architect Edition) Playing Cards

Futuristic. Technology. Robot.

ABBOTS playing cards by 3rd Dominion is inspired by a story of a world where robots and humans coexist, and the robots unlock a secret code that gives them access to powerful technology. The Architect edition come with blue-colored card back and court cards with metallic ink accents. The cards have been completely customized following the technology setting with geometric and angular shapes. 

The futuristic-looking playing cards are kept in a cool tuck box with a unique opening system based on origami construction principles and are embossed, and adorned with foils. Also, cryptic prints have been incorporated into the cases, which are actually Moiré patterns that allow you to see small animations using a transparent plastic card with a printed grid. Printed by Noir Arts.

Smoke & Mirrors 15th Anniversary (Green Edition) Playing Cards

Dan and Dave with longtime friend and collaborator Brad Fulton, has released a new fifteen-anniversary edition in a green colorway that takes inspiration from 19th-century typography. This new deck is an homage to the original Smoke & Mirrors design with intricate details for a sophisticated look.

The cards feature the iconic D&D monogram in a new typeset surrounded by a mosaic pattern on the backs. This beautifully crafted deck comes with a custom ace of spades, joker, suits for the number cards along with classic Arrco-style court cards

Packaged inside a green letterpress-printed tuck box sealed with a stamp. Printed by the U.S. Playing Cards Co. on thin stock. Standard Edition ($18) is available along with a Limited Edition Twinpack ($85) signed and numbered by the artists 1 through 250 on fultonsplayingcards.