Features:
- This splendid set boasts all six designs from the Keep Smiling V2 series of playing cards.
- The hardcover gift box? Oh, it’s a work of art—crafted with premium paper, and decked out in rose gold and blue foil stamping. Quite posh, if you ask me.
- It even has a magnetic closure, because why not feel a bit fancy when opening a box of cards?
- Each of the six card boxes is also made from premium paper, flaunting some rather dashing silver foil stamping.
- And let’s not forget, every card design is unique—no repeats here, folks!
- Produced by the fine folks at Bacon Playing Card Company (BPCC). Yes, you read that right—Bacon!
Keep Smiling is an absolute heavyweight in the cardistry world over in China, known for their wildly creative and visually striking deck designs that cardistry enthusiasts practically swoon over.
Sylvia:
Meet Sylvia, the enchanting forest girl who graces the back of these cards. She’s all about that hidden second self we all have lurking in our own imaginary forests. Perhaps we’ve never wandered there, but everything seems to be just waiting for us. Sylvia, with her trusty paintbrush, spins tales wrapped in purity and gentleness—a timeless treasure tucked away in the woods.
Spring Blossoms:
This design stands out like a sore thumb (in a good way, of course) compared to the rest of the gang. Inspired by the carefree perspective of a child, it captures the essence of spring gardens where kids frolic around like the flowers themselves. Honestly, the innocence of children is basically nature’s finest display, so why not let that inspire a deck of cards?
Yield:
Inspired by the book "The Surrender Experiment: My Journey into Life's Perfection," this deck weaves together flowers and music—two things I firmly believe make life worth living. “Surrender” might sound a bit weak, but trust me, it’s actually a rallying cry for facing your fears and tackling life’s curveballs. It’s all about flowing with the river of life, not just floating down it.
Iceflower:
A continuation of the Keep Smiling v1 design, Iceflower is the result of a meticulous six-month design process. Using a hand-painting technique with scraper ink, this deck is a cut above the rest (and yes, the layout has been tailored for floral finesse).
Poster:
Cardistry enthusiasts will be smitten with this design. Whether you’re fanning or cutting the cards, it’s a visual feast! The text reads “For Cardistry,” because we’re all about that cardistry life. The faces of the cards are a bit quirky too, featuring split colours and a bold non-traditional yellow border—definitely a fresh angle!
Dimming:
The orange and blue hues in Dimming represent that eternal tussle between light and darkness. With elements like “blindfolds,” “flowers,” and “girls,” it’s a poetic nod to the complexity of life. The girl in the design wears a blindfold, with a dazzling perspective on the outside, but what’s hidden behind? That’s the real kicker. I gather strength in the shadows, becoming my own glamorous self whilst only I know the struggles I’ve faced. Embrace life’s challenges, and who knows, miracles might just come knocking!
