Issue 52 February 2026

Finishing touches A tarot reader needs tarot cards. Below is a set, probably the most popular amongst readers, across the world. Photocopy them onto a firm card and cut them up individually. If you are clever you can photocopy the backs on as well. Look for a clear crystal orb in a shop that sells crystals. Find a jewellery finding that would make a good stand. The table cloth is a chance to make things look in character. As my existing figurine had lovely legs and trousers the table was positioned to show them oƯ. They don’t move. There is plenty of scope in this design to change around the elements to suit yourself. Below is a bottom operating mechanism which could work just as well with this project with the movements coming from below. Have fun discovering the twists and turns of this fascinating aspect of miniatures. Jill Another example of a penny arcade fortune teller. This could be another project to do in the future, with the focus on lighting. 14 Miniature Time Traveller