Teleport Envelope by Ted Leslie

Effect

The Teleport Envelope is a utility device that allows a magician to instantly switch an object inside an envelope without any visible handling. A participant places an item—such as a card, bill, or billet—into a manila envelope. When they open it, the object has mysteriously changed into something else, all while the envelope remains in their hands the entire time.

Full Details

The Teleport Envelope, created by Ted Leslie and featured in his book Param Miracles, is a hands-off switching device. Unlike traditional switching envelopes, this method requires no sleight of hand or suspicious handling. The participant holds and interacts with the envelope throughout the entire process, making the switch seem impossible.

The envelope can be prepared in advance and reused, making it a practical tool for multiple performances. It works with various objects, including playing cards, currency, and small written predictions.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is ideal for magicians who perform:

• Close-up or parlor magic
• Mentalism routines involving predictions or billet switches
• Impromptu performances where a quick, repeatable switch is needed

It’s especially useful for performers who want a clean, hands-off method for switching objects without relying on sleight of hand.

Difficulty

The Teleport Envelope requires some basic crafting skills to construct the gimmicked envelope. Once prepared, the handling is straightforward, with no advanced sleights needed. The method is self-working, making it accessible to magicians of all skill levels.

What Magicians Say

EruditeMagic describes the Teleport Envelope as "a brilliant and devious piece of magic" that can be used in almost any situation. They highlight its versatility, stating, "If that doesn’t ignite the fires of your imagination, then I don’t know what will." The hands-off nature of the switch makes it particularly deceptive, as the participant remains in control of the envelope the entire time.

The trick is praised for its practicality, allowing magicians to batch-make envelopes for repeated use. Its ability to work with borrowed or unprepared objects adds to its impromptu appeal.