Deck of the Week
The Triple Goddess Tarot,
By Jaymi Elford
This deck was first published by La Scarabeo in 2017 and was created Jaymi Elford sometimes misspelled Jami with some lovely artwork by Franco Rivolli .
It is a deeply feminine, spiritually oriented deck that centers the divine feminine through the lens of the Maiden, Mother, and Crone archetypes. It draws heavily from lunar cycles, Wiccan/Pagan influences, and the life journey of embodying goddess energy, making it particularly resonant for those drawn to goddess spirituality, shadow work across life stages, or intuitive, cyclical readings.
The artwork is lush, ethereal, and dominated by soft blues, purples, and moonlit tones, giving the deck a dreamy, watery, almost otherworldly feel. Franco Rivolli’s illustrations are beautiful and evocative—flowing figures, natural elements, and symbolic goddess representations create a cohesive, immersive aesthetic. Many reviewers describe it as “stunning” and “earthy yet magical,” with reversible backs and good card stock that holds up well to frequent use. The cards feel substantial without being overly large, and the overall production quality from Lo Scarabeo is solid.
One distinctive feature is the minimalist titling:. We are not over-keen on the choice of designs- many Major Arcana cards lack traditional titles or numbers visible on the face, encouraging readers to rely on intuition and imagery rather than rote memorisation.
This can however also be empowering for experienced readers but challenging for beginners who prefer explicit labels. The suits follow a non-traditional but intuitive structure tied to feminine energies (often aligned with elements and goddess aspects), and the deck emphasises personal growth through the triple goddess phases—maiden (youth/creation), mother (nurturing/peak), crone (wisdom/release/return to source).
The accompanying 64-page Little White Book which is also written by Jaymi Elford, stands out as one of the stronger guidebooks in modern decks. It’s concise, well-written, and insightful, offering card meanings, goddess associations, and a simple Triple Goddess Spread (3 cards). It includes multilingual text (English, Italian, Spanish, French, German), but the English content is precise and economical—praised for its clarity and depth without fluff. Some users wish for a fuller companion book, as the book teases richer interpretations that Elford has discussed in interviews.
In use, this deck excels at nuanced, introspective readings. Reviewers note it delivers layered, less “blunt” insights compared to more direct modern decks (e.g., one user preferred it over the Modern Witch Tarot for subtlety and depth in client work).
It connects strongly with shadow aspects, transitions (especially midlife or aging), and inner feminine wisdom. The imagery invites personal interpretation, which can make readings feel uniquely tailored and spiritually communicative—described as a deck that “wants to speak in its own way.”
Potential are , as we’ve already said, drawbacks include the lack of overt titles (which may frustrate tarot traditionalists), a heavy emphasis on feminine/goddess energy (less ideal if seeking gender-neutral or masculine-focused decks), and occasional image ambiguity that requires trust in intuition. It’s not the most beginner-friendly due to its departure from standard symbolism, but it’s rewarding for intermediate/advanced readers or those specifically seeking goddess-centered tools.
Overall, the Triple Goddess Tarot is highly regarded in the tarot and Pagan communities as a worthy tarot of feminine divine expression and its often called one of Lo Scarabeo’s standout releases of its era. If you’re drawn to moon magic, life cycles, or honoring the goddess within, this deck feels like “experience and wisdom” embodied in 78 cards. It’s earned praise for its beauty, emotional depth, and ability to foster profound self-reflection.
It is a worthy addition to goddess devotees, lunar workers, or anyone seeking a deck that honors the full arc of feminine power—from maiden spark to crone sovereignty.
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About the creator
She is an American tarot reader, deck creator, author, tarot coach, podcaster, and teacher with over 30 years of experience in tarot and divination.
She discovered her first tarot deck (The Witches Tarot) at age 13 while growing up in suburban Denver, Colorado, and has been reading for others ever since. She later moved to the Pacific Northwest (“pacNorthwet,” as she playfully calls it), where she continues her work.
Her notable contributions include:
• Deck creation: She authored and conceptualized the Triple Goddess Tarot (published by Lo Scarabeo in 2017, with artwork by Franco Rivolli), a feminine-focused deck centered on the Maiden-Mother-Crone archetype and lunar/goddess energies.
• Books: Her debut book, Tarot Inspired Life: Use the Cards to Enhance Your Life(Llewellyn Worldwide, 2019), encourages readers to integrate tarot into daily life through personal interpretations, rituals, invocations, and seasonal practices. It emphasizes thinking outside traditional norms and honoring unique intuitive insights.
• Other work: She has contributed essays to publications like The Cartomancer magazine, taught at major tarot conferences (e.g., Readers Studio, BATS, NorthWest Tarot Symposium), and won awards, including Judges’ Choice CARTA awards in 2022 for her contributions to the Heaven and Earth Tarot (with Jack Sephiroth).
• Podcasts and media: She co-hosts the podcast Cardslingers Coast to Coast (with Melissa Cynova and Hilary Parry Haggerty) and has previously been involved with Tarot Visions. She also offers tarot coaching and readings through her site Inner Compass Tarot.
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