Accordion Credit Card Holder

The Accordion Credit Card Holder is a close-up magic accessory designed for card-based routines, offering a practical and organized way to handle multiple cards during performances. It features an accordion-style expandable design that allows magicians to quickly access and display credit cards or other card props, enhancing the visual appeal and smoothness of tricks. This tool is ideal for magicians who perform with cards in various settings, from street magic to formal shows, and it helps in maintaining a professional and clutter-free performance area. Buyers should note that it is a utility prop rather than a standalone trick, intended to complement existing card magic routines.

Key features

Accordion-style expandable design for easy card access
Enhances organization and flow in card magic performances
Suitable for close-up and various performance environments
Utility prop that complements existing tricks rather than being a trick itself

Pros

Improves performance efficiency by keeping cards organized
Adds a professional touch to card handling
Versatile for use with different types of card-based effects

Cons

Not a standalone magic trick; requires integration into routines
May not be necessary for magicians who prefer minimal props

Effect

The Accordion Credit Card Holder creates a visual and compact way to produce multiple credit cards from a seemingly empty wallet or holder. A magician shows the holder is empty, then fans it open to reveal several cards that appear instantly. The effect is clean and direct, making it suitable for close-up performances where space is limited.

Full details

This prop is a specialized holder designed to look like a standard credit card wallet. It uses a simple mechanical principle to conceal and reveal cards on command. The holder is typically made from durable materials like leather or synthetic alternatives, ensuring it withstands regular use. It requires no complex sleight of hand to operate, relying instead on its built-in mechanism. The design allows for quick reset, making it practical for repeated performances.

Who should consider the trick

Magicians who perform close-up magic, especially in walk-around or social settings like restaurants or bars, will find this trick useful. It is also suitable for performers who focus on card magic but want to expand their repertoire with visual, non-card items. Corporate magicians and those who incorporate business or finance themes into their acts may appreciate the thematic relevance of credit cards.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The Accordion Credit Card Holder is easy to use. It requires minimal practice to handle smoothly. The primary skill involves presenting the prop naturally and timing the revelation for maximum impact. There are no difficult moves or sleights to learn, making it accessible for beginners. Experienced magicians can integrate it into more complex routines with additional sleight of hand if desired.

What magicians say

Craig Petty discussed the utility of an accordion-style credit card holder for certain routines during his Q&A. He highlighted its practicality for performers needing quick, visual effects that work well in noisy environments like bars. This aligns with his general advice for bar magicians to use effects that are immediate and understandable without relying on quiet or focused attention from spectators.

What people are saying about Accordion Credit Card Holder

Craig Petty says...

He discusses the utility of an accordion-style credit card holder for certain routines, offering practical advice for working magicians.