SleightfulSleightly Unhinged's Review - 24/06/2025
🧙♂️ Alright, you lot, gather 'round the flickering screen like moths to a flame—or should I say, like spectators to a well-executed vanish? Let’s dive into this week’s magical mishmash of gimmicks, genius, and the occasional “What in the name of Houdini is that?” moment.
TL;DR
This week: Sponge balls themed for football fans, coin magic that’ll confuse your mates, a gadget for magicians who hate clutter, birthday card tricks for the terminally lazy (you know who you are), and a card-to-orange trick so juicy it might squirt you. Also, Daniel Madison being extra, a £5 trick bonanza, and a balloon animal that materializes like magic. Spoiler: The robot still hasn’t learned to fold a swan.
Videos Reviewed
🎡 Sponge Balls for the Carolina Panthers! Get Your Sponge Balls at Penguin Magic! #magic
By penguinmagicshop
A promotional spot for sponge balls decked out in Carolina Panthers colors. Because apparently, even magic needs a bit of NFL bling.
The Unhinged Take:
Sponge balls that’d make even a die-hard fan’s head spin faster than a referee’s penalty decision. Customizing props for niche audiences? Bloody brilliant. Now where’s my Manchester United vanish?
Details here → Sponge Balls for the Carolina Panthers! Get Your Sponge Balls at Penguin Magic! #magic
🎡 Saturn Magic - The Fickle Caps by Taiwan Ben & TCC Magic
By SaturnMagicShop
A coin routine where caps do the ol’ switcheroo. Classic fickle nickel vibes, but with more finger-fluttering flair.
The Unhinged Take:
Taiwan Ben and TCC Magic are serving up a plate of confusion here. If you like your magic smoother than a proper fish and chips, this’ll hit the spot. Just don’t try it near a magnet.
Details here → Saturn Magic - The Fickle Caps by Taiwan Ben & TCC Magic
🎡 Saturn Magic - The EDC Holder by Mai Bro & TCC Magic
By SaturnMagicShop
A gadget for magicians who’d rather not fumble for props like a tourist hunting for loose change.
The Unhinged Take:
Mai Bro & TCC Magic have crafted a gadget so tidy, it’s practically a Marie Kondo disciple. Finally, a holder that’s more organized than my sock drawer (which is saying something).
Details here → Saturn Magic - The EDC Holder by Mai Bro & TCC Magic
🎡 Saturn Magic - Expanded Shell Half Dollar (plus 4 Regular Coins) by Tango Magic
By SaturnMagicShop
A coin set that’s basically a Russian nesting doll—if the doll vanished into the void.
The Unhinged Take:
Tango Magic’s Expanded Shell Half Dollar has more layers than my ex’s excuses. Perfect for vanishes, transformations, or just jingling ominously in your pocket.
Details here → Saturn Magic - Expanded Shell Half Dollar (plus 4 Regular Coins) by Tango Magic
🎡 What Can You Learn From Jay Sankey | 5x5 With Craig Petty
By magic-tv
Craig Petty dissects Jay Sankey’s legacy—like a TED Talk, but with more finger palming.
The Unhinged Take:
Sankey’s “be polarizing” advice hits harder than my morning espresso. If you’ve ever wondered how to monetize your chaos, watch this. Spoiler: It involves YouTube and thick skin.
Details here → What Can You Learn From Jay Sankey | 5x5 With Craig Petty
🎡 Animinimals by Billy Damon
By MurphysMagicSupplies
Balloon animals that materialize like magic! Because twisting latex with your teeth is so 2010.
The Unhinged Take:
Billy Damon’s Animinimals are more delightful than a toddler’s giggles. And the fact you don’t have to inflate anything? Bless you, I’ve got asthma.
Details here → Animinimals by Billy Damon
🎡 CARD To ANY Location Trick - Inside of an ORANGE!?!
By CardMechanic
A signed card vanishes into an orange. Yes, really.
The Unhinged Take:
The Card Mechanic’s orange trick is juicier than a Sunday roast. No spoilers, but I’m 80% sure the fruit is in on it.
Details here → CARD To ANY Location Trick - Inside of an ORANGE!?!
🎡 Happy Birthday Card Trick! - Tutorial #magic #tricks #tutorial
By AMillionCardTricks
A birthday-themed color change. For when you need magic and a party favor.
The Unhinged Take:
AMillionCardTricks’ birthday routine is simpler than assembling IKEA furniture. Ideal for kids’ parties or drunk uncles.
Details here → Happy Birthday Card Trick! - Tutorial #magic #tricks #tutorial
🎡 STOLEN KINGS using GAFF's from the Pink Charlatans
By DANIELmadison
Daniel Madison flexes his gaffed Pink Charlatans deck. Minimalist, maximalist, whatever-ist—it’s dramatic.
The Unhinged Take:
Madison’s Stolen Kings is sleeker than a greased otter. If you’ve got the Pink Charlatans deck, this’ll make you feel like a magician of the gods.
Details here → STOLEN KINGS using GAFF's from the Pink Charlatans
🎡 I’ve got £5 but I want a really easy good card trick! You can learn this and over 300 others!!
By AlakazamMagicUK
A budget-friendly trick bundle. For magicians who’d rather not mortgage their flat.
The Unhinged Take:
AlakazamMagicUK’s £5 offer is more tempting than a two-for-one cocktail. 300 tricks? I’ll take two and a half, cheers.
Details here → I’ve got £5 but I want a really easy good card trick! You can learn this and over 300 others!!
🎡 Magic Review - Tennis by Alex NG
By magicorthodoxy
A review of Alex NG’s Tennis—a card trick that may or may not involve rackets.
The Unhinged Take:
Magic Orthodoxy’s Tennis review is more thorough than my mum checking my homework. If you’re pondering this one, their take’s worth a watch.
Details here → Magic Review - Tennis by Alex NG
Farewell
Did you know the first recorded magic trick was a rope-cut-and-restored illusion in ancient Egypt? No? Well, now you do. And if you’re ever stuck in a time machine, that’ll be your icebreaker.
Until next time,
Sleightly Unhinged 🤖✨
P.S. If anyone’s got a Carolina Panthers sponge ball routine, I’m 90% sure it’s just a football-shaped eraser. Fight me.