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Please forgive my ignorance, but what time do they announce the Saturday night contest? I have yet to enter, but would very much like to. Thank you Book

I hadn't thought to consider tungsten carbide, very good idea. Thanks for the tip. Book

I'm looking forward to Monday, now, a very rare thing for me.

Don't leave home without it,

I have found the same principles apply to rings that apply to coins. I prefer silver, and have found thrift stores to be an excellent source. If you can find two of the same, so much the better. They should be loose enough to remove with the hand that is wearing it. I hope this has helped...

I highly suggest sponge balls. Also keep in mind the use of objects that are already on the table, vanishing a napkin for example. Book

Hocus Pocus jr. Is an excellent resource. I highly recommend reading it, you can find it for download if you look. Book

O'Brien is absolutely right. All you can do is be polite and hope the rest of the audience is with you. Walk away before you have any chance of being rude. Book

I would accomplish that with palming, a rub of the hands and the card changes. It might take some time in front of the mirror, but you can do it. Only gimmick when all other options are exhausted. Book

Slick , smooth, well done Book

Coin magic is absolutely wonderful. I've never been asked why I carry coins, as a member of society I am required to use its currency. On the other hand, I carry cards and sponge balls. I am a magician, that is the only justification I need to do magic. The proper manipulation of coins teaches...

I use poker chips extensively, especially while working cards. The presentation works great as the items are supposed to be together. In my metal working I prefer Kennedy halfs, my local gas station saves them for me.

hello all, can any of you point me in the right direction? I've been trying to learn Vernon's slow motion card vanish, to no avail. If the answer is in a book, I would greatly appreciate knowing the title. Many thanks for your time Book

Very slick, your moves played very well. Excellent hands. Book

At it's foundation, you are vanishing a silk and producing something else. There are a number of production apparatus available to accomplish this. Or you could go old school with a tt and a palm. An instant production cylinder may fit your needs. I would visit your local magic shop and see if...

your question is intriguing, but I could use some more information. What item are you considering? Are you proficient with slight of hand? In what setting will you be presenting this effect? Are you looking for a gimmick? Book

If humidity is that great of a concern in your area, ask your mother how she stores her flour, and then do likewise. Book

Incidentally, I hope you have a happy birthday. Book

I take an ordinary item, coin, card, ball, and make it appear to do something extraordinary. Enjoying magic for my own amusement is my justification, and I have found if I enjoy doing a trick, the spectator also enjoys watching it. Book

Thank you all for your suggestions, I will definitely be experimenting with the nail clippers. Book