Bag Reborn by Craig Petty

Effect

Bag Reborn is a coin magic trick that uses a special mesh bag. To the audience, coins vanish, appear, and jump from one bag to another in a clear and visual way. The bag is see-through, so spectators can watch the coins inside. A performer can make a single coin multiply into many. Coins can travel from the magician's hand directly into the sealed bag. The routines often end with a surprising final reveal, such as the production of a very large jumbo coin.

Full details

The trick centers on a custom-designed mesh coin bag. The package includes two of these bags, five uncirculated US half dollar coins, and one Chinese coin. The main learning resource is a video tutorial series lasting over six hours, taught by Craig Petty. The tutorials cover more than twenty different routines. These routines have names like Chop Bag, Money in the Bag, and Coins in Cartoon Motion. The project is an updated version of Craig Petty's earlier releases, Attack of the Bag and Return of the Bag. The bag's design includes a double layer of mesh and a hidden compartment. This design helps make the magic happen without difficult sleight of hand.

Who should consider the trick

Bag Reborn is a good choice for many magicians. Beginners will find it accessible because it requires little prior skill with coins. As David from Magic Orthodoxy notes, the tutorial "holds your hand through the entire process, making coin magic approachable." Experienced performers can use it to add visual routines to their acts. It is also useful for magicians who want to perform with everyday objects. The bag is a practical prop that can be used in close-up settings like table hopping or restaurant magic.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The trick is not difficult to perform. The bag's design does most of the work. Craig Petty states that it allows for magic "without requiring advanced sleight of hand." The BAM magic review confirms it is "suitable for all skill levels." The main requirement is practice to make the handling smooth and natural. The tutorials are comprehensive but move quickly. David from Magic Orthodoxy points out that Craig Petty's "fast-paced teaching style may require viewers to pause and rewind occasionally." The method is not complex, so the focus can be on presentation.

What magicians say

Reviewers praise the quality and value of Bag Reborn. The BAM magic review gave it a 93% rating, calling it "well worth its $48 price tag" and highlighting its "innovation, quality, and value." David from Magic Orthodoxy said the package provides "almost everything needed" and is a "master class" in coin magic. Craig Petty himself describes the coin bag as the "best utility device" for coin magicians, allowing classic effects to be performed "20 times more visually." The Alakazam review show highlighted the bag's role as a "cheat code" for coin magic, simplifying sleights. A minor point mentioned by several reviewers is that the main bag is not meant for deep examination by spectators while coins are inside. The jumbo coin used for a big finish is not included in the set.