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Starwagen New user 12 Posts |
Many years ago, on TV, I watched and have remembered ever since a presentation that started with a fanned deck, the fan was closed and when opened again the cards were about half size. This was repeated at least twice more ending with a very, very miniature deck that was then vanished. I've been intrigued with this effect ever since and would love to be able to present it.
Well, I just acquired what appears to be the cards for that illusion off eBay (don't have them yet). So, I'm looking for any info, instructions, written or video routines, etc. for this. Any and all help appreciated. |
Gaffus Maximus Regular user 110 Posts |
Starwagen...
You may have purchased a version of Al Baker's "Diminishing Cards". I believe Viking Magic is currently manufacturing these, and if you go to your favorite magic shop and ask about them, you can probably get the instructions (along with another set of the cards) for $30 or so. It's a great effect, and if you really like it, it's probably worth it to purchase the effect with the instructions (and you'll have a back-up once your ebay set gets all worn and torn). Cheers! |
Gaffus Maximus Regular user 110 Posts |
And...
If you really want to make a good investment, you could try and locate a copy of "The Secret Ways of Al Baker" (published by the Miracle Factory), which includes the instructions for his "Diminishing Cards. But you will get a lot more, of course, as this book is a goldmine of Al Baker's legendary works. Here is a link with the table of contents from the publisher: http://www.miraclefactory.net/bakercontents.htm |
Gaffus Maximus Regular user 110 Posts |
Did I forget to mention that there are 912 pages in this book?
After you review the contents, just sit back and say... WOW! ;-) |
Starwagen New user 12 Posts |
The compilation of Al Baker's works looks like a real jewel all around but the price is a shocker, I'm going to have to think about that one for awhile. And BTW, yes, Viking does have the decks with instructions and cheaper than I just paid on eBay though the eBay set is supposed to be an older, used version.
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