Hot Magic & Parlor Tricks How-Tos
How To: Open a Beer Bottle Using the Back Wheel of a Bicycle
In this clip, learn the simple trick behind opening a full beer bottle with a spinning bike wheel. This is a pretty cool bar trick, that can be done at picnics, cook outs and anywhere else you might have a bike handy. Try it but be careful - the cap will shoot off pretty fast and it goes far!
How To: Do a thumb toss with a baton, staff or juggling club
Need some help figuring out how to do a thumb toss with a baton, staff or juggling club? Thumb tosses are actually quite easy once you know how to approach them. So easy, in fact, that this free video juggling lesson can present a complete overview of the process with each of the above objects in just over a minute and a half. For more information, and to get started doing thumb tosses yourself, take a look.
How To: Perform the "Rock Star" Zippo trick
In this tutorial, learn how to perform the Zrick called "rock star". You will look exactly like a superstar once you master this cool move. Offer a girl a smoke in a bar with this trick and you will earn at least 10 cool points. Check it out!
How To: Do a hand flip trick with a Zippo lighter
In this tutorial, learn how to flip a Zippo in and out of your fingers, lighting and extinguishing the flame as you go. In part one of this video, learn how to do this trick if you are left handed, and part two is for the righties. So, follow along and practice until you master this cool move.
How To: Do the "Top Pop" trick with a Zippo lighter
This beginner Zippo trick is fun and easy to learn. This tutorial will take you on a step by step for how to offer a light to anyone in style.
How To: Do the "Hot Swing" trick with a Zippo lighter
In this clip, learn how to perform a very funky basic lighter trick with a zippo lighter. This trick is good for beginners and seasoned zippo fans alike and this tutorial will give you a step by step overview on how to do it. Follow along and get ready to impress anyone who asks you for a light!
How To: Do the "Bar Slide" trick with a Zippo lighter
Check out this clip for a step by step on how to do the cool Zippo trick, "Bar Slide". This trick requires nothing but a bar and a lighter and is pretty fun to learn. So, the next time a friend on the other side of the bar needs a light, pass it to them with style.
How To: Do the "Smack Light" trick with a Zippo lighter
Looking for a way to light your flame with flair? Look no further! In this clip, learn how to light your Zippo by smacking it on something - the bar, a hand, a friend.. without ever flicking the starter. This is a cool little trick to earn you some cred in your local pub. So, the next time someone is looking for a light, be ready with this cool effect.
How To: Perform the "Flesh Torch" Zippo lighter trick
This is a very advanced trick for your Zippo lighter. Be careful when performing this cool trick. In this video, you will get a step by step for the "Zrick" "Flesh Torch". Basically, you will be lighting your finger on fire and using it as a man-made (literally) lighter. Follow along and be safe.
How To: Do the "Twilight Zone" Zippo lighter trick
In this tutorial, learn how to do the popular Zippo trick, "The Twilight Zone". Basically, you will need to make a simple modification to your wick so that your flame looks extra spooky. With this effect, you will be able to "light" and "put out" your flame using only your fingers. You will appear to be taking the flame away and then putting it back. This illusion is very fun, so have a look and give it a try.
How To: Perform the "Double Snap" Zippo lighter trick
In this tutorial, learn how to do a cool Zippo lighter trick called the Double Snap. Learn how to extinguish and relight your flame by snapping your fingers. This trick is easy to do and fun to learn and will certainly impress everyone who sees it.
How To: Perform the "Flick Spin Flick" Zippo lighter trick
In this clip, learn how to perform a cool, slight of hand Zippo lighter trick, step by step. This video will show you the entire trick - first fast, then slow motion and then give you detailed instructions. With this trick, you will learn to flip your lighter around in your hands and turn it on in the process. Light your cigarettes in style from now on with this illusion.
How To: Perform the "Drop Spark" Zippo lighter trick
In this clip, learn how to perform the Drop Spark with your Zippo. This trick requires a fast hand and practice but when you do master it, it's pretty cool. Basically, you will be dropping your lighter to spark it, so that it looks like you lit the flame effortlessly. Follow along and impress your friends the next time they ask for a light.
How To: Perform the "Ferris Wheel" Zippo lighter trick
In this clip, learn how to perform the "ferris wheel" with your Zippo lighter. You will learn how to toss an unlit Zippo into the air and spin it, and then catch it lit. You will fully rotate your lighter just like a ferris wheel and look totally rad, from now on, everytime you light a cigarette.
How To: Light your Zippo super fast with a "Lightspeed" trick
Check out this clip, and learn how to light your Zippo in the fastest possible way by doing the "Lightspeed" trick. This trick requires a little practice but is a very impressive way to get your cigarette or candles lit. Follow along for a step by step and learn the little tricks that make this light possible.
How To: Do the "Hot Hand" Zippo lighter trick
In this video, learn how to light your Zippo by slamming the lighter into your hand in one fluid motion. This "hot hand" illusion is very flashy and works well for impressing a date that needs a light. This trick is a little advanced, so practice, practice, practice! Have fun!
How To: Light & extinguish your Zippo flame with your hands
In this tutorial, learn how to set up and perform the "Twilight Zone" lighter trick with your Zippo. You will create the illusion that you are lighting your flame with nothing but the power of your mind. Follow along and learn all of the magical secrets behind this cool slight of hand.
How To: Perform the "Hot Shoulder" trick using a Zippo lighter
In this video, learn how to do a very interesting magic trick with your Zippo lighter. You will learn how to start the flame with your very own "hot shoulder". This tutorial will walk you through it, step by step, so you will be able to impress every smoker you meet.
How To: Be ready to perform a magic trick anytime, anywhere
In this video, Justin Kredible will focus on magic tricks that can be performed on the run. These tricks don't require you to carry many props or do any pre-trick prep so you will always be ready. Follow along and twist your friend's minds into a pretzel while they try and figure them out.
How To: Perform complicated looking magic tricks anywhere
In this video, Justin Kredible will teach you how to perform a ton of cool magic tricks using items you already have around the house. Justin is a master illusionist and in this clip he shows you some of his easiest (yet still fascinating) magic tricks. Like Justin says, he doesn't reveal secrets..he teaches magic. Have fun!
How To: Perform a prank using dish soap & pepper
In this clip, learn how to trick your friends by betting them that you can control water with your mind.
How To: Perform the German magic trick "Salt Game"
Check out this tutorial and learn how to perform the classic German salt game trick. In this clip, you will learn how to make salt travel from one place to another and jump around in front of a bewildered audience. In the tutorial, Losander the magician teaches you all of his tricks. Enjoy!
How To: Perform an extremely cool trick using Red Bull
In this clip, learn how to perform the "Amazing Red Bull" trick. You will show your audience a full can of Red Bull and pour a bit out to prove it. You will then flip the can completely upside down without ANY liquid spilling out! You can also shoot something like a pencil or pen inside the upside down can to prove that there is an opening. This trick relies on a bit of slight of hand and some help from gravity. Check it out and totally amaze your friends with this cool illusion.
How To: Do double vertical wrist rolls
Check out this tutorial if you are having trouble with your double vertical wrist rolls. This video is short, sweet and informative, and here to help! This clip will break it down for you - step by step and forward and reverse.
How To: Remove paper from between a bottle & coin seamlessly
Check out this cool trick. In this video, Mr. G teaches you how to win a bar bet with this funky science-based trick. Place a piece of paper in between a glass wine bottle and a coin and bet someone that you can remove the paper without disturbing the coin or bottle at all. The secret is tricky and involves basically burning the paper away until you can snap it right off. So, follow along and win yourself a ton of free drinks next time you're out!
How To: Perform the "Flip the Winning Hand" card trick
Aspiring card shark? Sink your pearly whites into this easy, impressive illusion. In this free video magic lesson, you'll learn how to perform the "Flip the Winning Hand" using sleight of hand. For more information, including a step-by-step breakdown of this no-gimmick trick, watch this prestidigitator's guide.
How To: Perform the "Serenade of the Kings" card trick
Got a deck of standard playing cards? Looking for your next great illusion? Look no further. In this free video magic lesson, you'll learn how perform the "Serenade of the Kings" card trick. For more information, including a step-by-step breakdown of the trick, and to get started using it to impress your friends and family, watch this prestidigitator's guide.
How To: Perform the "Joker Sandwich" card trick
Got a deck of standard playing cards? Looking for your next great illusion? Look no further. In this free video magic lesson, you'll learn how perform the "Joker Sandwich" card trick. For more information, including a step-by-step breakdown of the trick, and to get started impressing your friends and family, watch this prestidigitator's guide.
How To: Perform the "Clockwork" card prediction magic trick
Aspiring card shark? Sink your pearly whites into this easy, impressive illusion. In this free video magic lesson, you'll learn how to perform the "Clockwork" card prediction trick. For more information, including a step-by-step breakdown of the illusion, watch this prestidigitator's guide.
How To: Do vortex suicides with your diabolo
There are many cool juggling tricks that you can perform using a diabolo. In this video, learn how to do vortex suicides with your teacher, Marijn Sax. Suicides are super hard to do and once you get the hang of them, you will be sure to impress anyone who watches. Have fun!
How To: Perform the coin matrix magic trick
In this tutorial, learn how to perform a coin magic trick called the "coin matrix". This trick is very cool and easy to perform anywhere you can find some coins, making it perfect for bars, restaurants, parties and anywhere else that needs a little magic.
How To: Balance 10 nails on top of one single nail
This is a very cool trick. In this video, you will learn how to make a platform and set up for a cool bar game/trick. Once you have built the platform, you are ready to challenge your friends to this crazy mind game.
How To: Fool people with the 2 wine cork bar trick
In this trick, bet someone that they can't transfer two corks between their hands and separate them without getting stuck. Unless you know the trick, you won't be able to do this. Check out this tutorial and let Scuba show you exactly how to do this funky illusion and win many bets.
How To: Perform a magic bar trick with a cloth napkin
This trick works great in pretty much any bar or restaurant. All you need is a cloth napkin to achieve this funky trick. Bet someone that they will not be able to tie a napkin in a knot without crossing their arms or lifting their fingers. Those suckers will tie themselves in a pretzel before they are able to accomplish this and you can laugh and laugh because you know the secret!
How To: Perform the hand on body magic trick
This trick is great for anyone who is easy to fool - from little kids to drunk bar patrons. In this two part video, you will learn how to perform a super simple trick - no props needed - that will make everyone laugh. Ask a friend to touch a spot anywhere on their body with one hand that they are unable to touch with the other hand. Watch them stuggle and then check out part two of this clip to see the solution!
How To: Put a hole in a dollar bill big enough to fit a body
In this video, learn a cool bar trick that will win you tons and tons of beers. In this two part tutorial, you will learn exactly how to bet someone that they can't fit a human body through a hole in a single dollar bill. They will be completely confused and have no idea what to do.
How To: Build a scaffold out of a dollar bill and win bets
In this two part video, learn how to build a scaffold or a bridge between two glasses that is strong enough to support another glass on top of it.
How To: Pick up a glass or beer bottle with only a straw
In this video, bet your friends that they can not lift an entire glass using only a plastic straw. They will most likely struggle, push the glass around a bit and try to balance it all, to no avail. Then, you come along and save the day with this trick!
How To: Balance a penny on a hanger and spin it
In this tutorial, learn how to do an amazing trick using a penny, a hanger and gravity. This trick sounds crazy but, as you will soon learn, is actually extremely simple. If you have a steady hand and a sturdy hanger, you are good to go!
How To: Pick up a shot glass using only the palm of your hand
Here is another way to win some free drinks or cash at a bar or party. In this tutorial, learn how to bet your friend and win - every time!