3 Easy Magic Tricks in 30 Seconds

When I was a kid, my brother’s friend always showed us magic tricks. Every time he revealed a new trick, I was always amazed. It was so fascinating to see things vanish, change color, bend, or appear out of nowhere. As a child, you almost believe everything is magic, not knowing that there are just simple techniques they do behind the scenes.

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I always enjoyed his little shows, but I think he had just as much fun watching our reactions–our amazement and cluelessness were priceless. Now that I am an adult, I want to learn a few simple magic tricks to entertain the little ones and watch their amusement just like my brother’s friend. I think these three easy magic tricks from SeanDoesMagic are a good start. If you also want to learn these 30-second magic tricks, keep on reading.

Three Beginner-Friendly Magic Tricks to Try

1 – Vanishing Q-Tip

Using clear tape, stick the end of the Q-tip into your thumb. Make a fist, using your four fingers to cover your thumb, so that the other end points up. Then, simply open your hand and people will think it vanished.

2 – Card color change

Grab half a blue deck and half a red deck. Put them face to face. You will also need a towel. Hang it on your shoulder. Hold the deck with your hand and hold the end of the towel with your other hand. Slide the towel over the cards, and while doing it quickly turn the deck over.

3 – How to make a card float

Make a card look like it is floating by holding it on both short ends using your thumbs. Put your other fingers in front, covering your thumb. Sightly move the card with your thumb.

3 Easy Magic Tricks