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keeblem Inner circle Essex, UK 1167 Posts |
When I do a birthday party I alway buy a special prize for the birthday child. Now, with girls, I've found that the most universally appreciated item is a teddy bear. This appeals to virtually all ages that I normally perform for (i.e. 4-7)
However, boys are a bit more difficult to buy for. What I'm looking for is something not too expensive and will appeal to 4-7s. I've thought about magic sets but over here in the UK I've been unable to find something that is a half-way decent prize at a suitable price. Any ideas? Mark |
Rupert Bair Inner circle ? 2181 Posts |
I just have boxes full of different bits and bobs.
I have: Bouncy balls Mini magic wands Whistles Parachute men Wiggly worms Puzzles Bubbles And sometimes sweets, if it is a halloween party I give out things like skeleton lolly pops. Matt |
Cheshire Cat Special user Wilmslow, UK 941 Posts |
Mark, we started off giving quite valuable prizes to the Birthday Child, i.e. Airfix kits were all the thing in 1978 for boys. We did however find the booker was either embarrassed at this, or maybe thought they were paying for something they didn't want.
I'd pay attention to what Matt lists above myself. Although you don't want the kids to start playing with these items during the party, so maybe best to have a 'presentation' at the end? Sincerely, Tony. |
Emazdad Inner circle Plymouth UK 1954 Posts |
The birthday child helps with marmite the lions routine and then magics him/herself a 4"mini marmite beanie. I found a place on the web who sells them and it works out about 88 pence each.
This is done right at the end so they don't play with it during the show.
Yours Funfully
Clive "Emazdad" Hemsley www.emazdad.com "Magic is a secret, without the secret there is no magic" Remember there are only 3 types of people in the world, those that can count and those that can't. |
BIlly James Special user 991 Posts |
Hi Mark,
There is a liquidation store near my home, this is where I generally buy all my stuff. It has videos that are really cheap and also some great art sets. Both of these are great for both boys and girls. One thing that I often get for the boys is a little game - it comes with 2 round velcro mits that you can slip your hand into, and a velcro ball. This always seems to be a winner with the boys. Hope that helps. Cheers Billy |
rossmacrae Inner circle Arlington, Virginia 2477 Posts |
INFLATES! In the US, Rhode Island Novelty http://www.rinovelty.com sells inflatable smile-face balls (kids 4-), butterflies (girls 4+) and really amazing Y-Wing Spaceships (boys 5+) that cost me 50c to $1.50, give me about 3 minutes of added performance value, and the birthday kids love 'em! There are other outlets - I'm tired of Oriental Trading Co, and US Toy isn't bad.
Surely there are similar wholesalers in other countries. Hint: stay away from inflatable swords or any other kind of "bopper" - parents hate 'em. |
Julie Inner circle 3943 Posts |
Another thought is to assemble your own Magic Set and include inside an offer for the parents to subscribe to your "trick of the month" club... they would pre-pay, of course
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keeblem Inner circle Essex, UK 1167 Posts |
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On 2004-10-10 03:43, Julie wrote: I like this idea and it is something I have thought about before. Has anyone got any ideas of tricks that can be used and bought quite cheaply? Mark |
Donald Dunphy Inner circle Victoria, BC, Canada 7565 Posts |
Mark -
Magic Kits have been discussed on several threads before. Perhaps use The Little Darlings index, or do a search, with "Magic Kit" as your keywords (because sometimes the topic is buried in the middle of other threads). Also search with similar keywords in the Tricky Business section. Here's one thread, that was in the Tricky Business section: Cafe thread... Stuff to sell after shows. - Donald
Donald Dunphy is a Victoria Magician, British Columbia, Canada.
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tgcramer38 New user Longview, WA 35 Posts |
Hi all. I have contimplated using giveaways for awhile now. I think it will be a nice addition to my act. We have a Dollar Store near by that often carries small magic kits for well, a dollar.
Thank you Mark for asking the question, Cramer |
Ron Reid Inner circle Phoenix, Arizona 2733 Posts |
Hi Mark:
I like Julie's idea of assembling your own magic kit. Ken Scott, in his birthday video, has a kit he gives - he bought a shrink wrapper so that the kit looks more valuable. I think boys would love this, plus you can include all your contact information in it. Ron |
Starrpower Inner circle 4070 Posts |
I give them a t-shirt with my logo printed on it. All the kids at the party sign it. It's really a nice memento, and something they'll get nowhere else. And, other kids will want one! Guess what? They'll have to have me at their party to get one ... heh-heh!
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keeblem Inner circle Essex, UK 1167 Posts |
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On 2004-10-10 20:32, Starrpower wrote: That's another really great idea. Something I may look into! Mark |
Rupert Bair Inner circle ? 2181 Posts |
The thing about magic kits is they will find the secret, and realize its all gimmicks and fake. They won't pay attention to the magic when they know it's not real.
Matt |
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