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TTC Envelopes by TTC Magic

Created by: TTC Magic

The TTC Envelopes are a set of six specially designed envelopes that allow magicians to perform one of the cleanest mentalism effects in the envelope test genre. A spectator writes or draws something on a billet, selects one of six items, and places it inside a completely regular envelope. They then seal it inside another envelope, all done without any electronics or gimmicks. Despite the envelopes being fully sealed and opaque, the magician can accurately reveal the contents as if there were a screen showing the information. This baffling effect is perfect for close-up or parlour mentalism performances, offering a modern twist on classic billet work.

Key features

  • Uses six specially designed envelopes for a clean mentalism effect

  • No electronics or gimmicks—completely examinable

  • Spectator can handle and seal the envelopes themselves

  • Ideal for close-up or parlour mentalism

  • Highly deceptive method that fools even experienced magicians

Pros

  • Extremely clean and baffling effect

  • No need for electronics or external devices

  • Spectator handles everything, adding to the impossibility

  • Versatile for various mentalism routines

Cons

  • Limited to one-in-six outcomes (though this can be expanded creatively)

  • Method may require practice to master seamlessly

Effect

The TTC Envelopes create a baffling mentalism effect where a spectator writes or draws something on a billet, seals it inside one envelope, and then places that envelope inside another. Despite being completely sealed and opaque, the performer can accurately reveal the contents without any electronics or suspicious moves.

Full Details

The TTC Envelopes consist of six regular-looking envelopes that allow for an ultra-clean peek of a billet inside. The method is completely non-electronic and doesn’t rely on traditional peek techniques. Even when handled by the spectator, the envelopes remain examinable, making the revelation seem impossible.

Reid Ferry described seeing them in action: "It's almost like there's a screen that shows you what object is in there, but there's no screen, no tech—it's just a sticker." The envelopes can be used in various routines, such as predicting a chosen drink or revealing a thought-of object with no apparent way to gain the information.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is ideal for mentalists or performers who want a highly deceptive, self-contained method for billet reading. It’s especially useful for those who prefer non-electronic solutions and want a prop that can be handed out for examination.

Difficulty

The TTC Envelopes are relatively easy to perform, requiring minimal sleight of hand. The method is cleverly designed to work without complex moves, making it accessible to both beginners and experienced performers. However, routining the effect to fit a performance style will enhance its impact.

What Magicians Say

Reid Ferry and other magicians at the Blackpool Magic Convention were stunned by the method, with Reid stating: "I still don't even understand how it works—it just works." The envelopes were praised for their deceptive simplicity, with one magician jokingly suggesting they could be used to predict a spectator’s drink choice in a bar setting.

The TTC Envelopes were a hidden gem at the convention, with many magicians struggling to recall the exact name but remembering how strongly they fooled those who saw them in action.

What people are saying about TTC Envelopes

ReidFerry says...

The TTC Envelopes are an absolutely crazy method—it's one of those things where you don't even understand how it works, it just works. It's fooling the pants off of everyone.

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