Alright, folks—let’s talk about something serious but in a way that keeps the mood lighter than a magician’s handkerchief. September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and to mark the occasion, I whipped up this special deck of cards to shine a spotlight on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
If you or someone you know is in a bit of a pickle—or, you know, really struggling—help is just a call or text away. Dial 988 or chat over at 988lifeline.org. There are caring counselors ready to listen and support you, 24/7, no strings attached.
Now, onto the cards! I decided to go with Forget Me Not flowers for this deck. Why? Because those who we've lost to suicide stay in our hearts, forever. Here’s what makes this deck extra special:
The number 988 is elegantly printed in silver foil and wraps around the border like a comforting hug.
Courts have been given a fresh color palette to match the back design because even royalty deserves to look good.
The tuck box? Oh, it’s got class—complete with stunning foil on the front that’ll have you feeling fancy.
Pips are highlighted with a delicate blue foil that adds a touch of elegance.
The flowers that adorn the courts are also in eye-catching blue foil, because why not make them pop?
Two-way back design so you can show it off from either side—yes, the magic of symmetry!
Custom Ace of Spades that’s got its own personality—because every deck needs an Ace, right?
Two duplicate Semi-colon jokers, a nod to a powerful symbol in the mental health community: it means your story isn’t over yet.
*Just a heads up: the images you see here are mockups meant for promo purposes. They’re pretty darn close to the final product, but keep in mind that the actual colors might vary slightly. No two decks are exactly alike, just like us!*
So, let’s deal some cards, spread awareness, and keep the conversation going.
