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by Conus
May 4th, 2019, 2:11 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Gypsy Thread
Replies: 33
Views: 15567

Re: Gypsy Thread

I use a variety of threads & fibers... You can end clean and without the need for any gimmicks or lapping: I usually perform it standing up. I end my routine by spreading the restored thread between my two open hands and presenting it to a spectator. I tell them to keep it forever. Most of the t...
by Conus
April 11th, 2018, 5:53 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Gregg Webb preparing new magic trilogy
Replies: 4
Views: 2950

Re: Gregg Webb preparing new magic trilogy

I've had conversations with Gregg about this... He favors the most direct method to an effect, applied at the right time. But this does not mean his favored moves are necessarily easy to do. I've had the pleasure of watching him slay spectators and have been blown away by the artistry of his hidden ...
by Conus
April 11th, 2018, 12:51 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Gregg Webb preparing new magic trilogy
Replies: 4
Views: 2950

Re: Gregg Webb preparing new magic trilogy

Gregg Webb's "SOHO" trilogy is now complete and listed on Lybrary.com: The final two ebooks include "The Shade" and "The Lizard Wizard's Diary" -- both are produced with his hand-lettered illustrated style. Sleights featured in all of his ebooks range in complexity. (Gr...
by Conus
February 19th, 2018, 5:53 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Gregg Webb preparing new magic trilogy
Replies: 4
Views: 2950

Gregg Webb preparing new magic trilogy

Gregg Webb is readying a new trilogy of magic tricks in ebook form. The first book in his new series, "S.O.H.O. -- Sleight of Hand Only," is currently available through Chris Washuber's Lybrary.com. For more information, visit Chris Washuber's online offering at: https://www.lybrary.com/s...
by Conus
April 29th, 2017, 2:08 pm
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: world's fair illusions - white owl pavilion
Replies: 4
Views: 9820

Re: world's fair illusions - white owl pavilion

I remember the pavilion was round and fired a 6 foot smoke ring into the air every 15 minutes or so.
by Conus
April 24th, 2017, 11:03 am
Forum: Mentalism & Mental Magic
Topic: More on Bob Cassidy
Replies: 17
Views: 16234

Re: More on Bob Cassidy

This is a good effect, Gregg. A performer could sell it as remote viewing, which is hot. Even sketch the basic look of the person on a pad and then verbally describe the finer details as the spectator concentrates more and more on the selected photo. Very nice -- this is an up-to-date idea, owing to...
by Conus
April 11th, 2009, 5:42 pm
Forum: Other Magic Publications
Topic: Hard Copy - Alternative Manipulation Newsletter
Replies: 1
Views: 2053

Re: Hard Copy - Alternative Manipulation Newsletter

I just received two more issues of "Hard Copy." I am impressed with the thought and detail Gregg has put into this. His serialized "No Steals" card manip routine continues, with clear illustrations and explanations behind the moves and the strategies of his routine. (Careful cred...
by Conus
March 22nd, 2009, 6:02 pm
Forum: Other Magic Publications
Topic: Hard Copy - Alternative Manipulation Newsletter
Replies: 1
Views: 2053

Hard Copy - Alternative Manipulation Newsletter

I received my first copies of "Hard Copy" -- a manipulation newsletter by Gregg Webb. Among other things, Gregg is SPILLING THE BEANS about his "No Steals" card manipulation routine. He's serializing the entire routine, and explaining every move in great detail -- including "...
by Conus
February 10th, 2008, 3:10 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Gypsy Thread
Replies: 18
Views: 7211

Re: Gypsy Thread

I still have some yellow Punch thread I picked up from Steve Corbitt. Good stuff...
by Conus
March 12th, 2006, 9:28 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Free Mentalism Trick >> The DaVinci Code
Replies: 1
Views: 481

Free Mentalism Trick >> The DaVinci Code

Here's a new free download at feenx.net for all you loyal Genii forum members. The DaVinci Code - A mentalism showpiece by Gregg Webb: ⋅ A thought of name appears written on a list. ⋅ Can be played seriously or with a comedic slant. Access the free PDF at: Gregg Webb e-books (Req...
by Conus
March 1st, 2006, 5:17 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Book That Burns in Hell >> March issue of new e-zine
Replies: 0
Views: 407

Book That Burns in Hell >> March issue of new e-zine

The March issue of The Book That Burns in Hell is available at FEENX.NET for only $2.99. The March issue (Chapter 2) features: ⋅  Leaf Rejunvenation - a dried dead leaf becomes fresh and green in your hands! ⋅  Webb's Geller Pop Revisited - make popcorn pop in your fingers! &sdot...
by Conus
February 27th, 2006, 5:21 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: March issue of Soapbox Derby >> new e-zine
Replies: 0
Views: 447

March issue of Soapbox Derby >> new e-zine

The March issue of Soapbox Derby is available at FEENX.NET for only $2.99. The March issue (Chapter 2) features: ⋅ A casino style Zarrow shuffle[/b] ⋅  A revised poker deal (ala Marlo/Gardner/Webb) ⋅  New ending for "Four Bikers of the Apocalypse" (Card trick ...
by Conus
February 13th, 2006, 5:07 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: New Downloadable e-Zine: The Book That Burns in Hell
Replies: 0
Views: 493

New Downloadable e-Zine: The Book That Burns in Hell

Announcing Gregg Webb's new magic e-zine, The Book That Burns in Hell -- featuring only Gregg Webb's magic, his philosophy of magic and his own irreverent skepticism (you have been warned!). Only $2.99 per issue! Note: This new e-zine is different than Soapbox Derby , a downloadable e-zine featuring...
by Conus
February 3rd, 2006, 5:06 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Soapbox Derby >> downloadable magic e-zine!
Replies: 0
Views: 316

Soapbox Derby >> downloadable magic e-zine!

Soapbox Derby is Gregg Webb's new e-zine available at FEENX.NET for only $2.99 per issue. Each month features great new tricks with cards, coins, unusual props and off-the-wall gimmicks. Regular features also include mentalism and bizarre magic. Only $2.99 makes it extremely affordable to collect a...
by Conus
January 2nd, 2006, 1:43 pm
Forum: Magicana
Topic: Jean-Jacques Sanvert's Anti-Fly
Replies: 0
Views: 1273

Jean-Jacques Sanvert's Anti-Fly

The January, 2006, issue of Genii includes a nice production of three coins by Jean-Jacques Sanvert aptly named "Anti-Fly." As the article states, the coins can be produced as a prelude to "Three Fly." Gregg Webb points out three ways Sanvert's production can be used for versions...
by Conus
January 2nd, 2006, 1:30 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Free Trick: Okito Box and Lid Through Table
Replies: 0
Views: 426

Free Trick: Okito Box and Lid Through Table

There's a new free download this month at feenx.net for Genii Forum users. "Okito Box Through Table," enables you to cause an Oktio box and lid to penetrate a tabletop -- leaving the coins behind! Can be performed seated or standing -- the coins can be freely marked by spectators. This fre...
by Conus
November 23rd, 2005, 5:04 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Free trick: The Little Present (NOT a Lemon!)
Replies: 1
Views: 524

Re: Free trick: The Little Present (NOT a Lemon!)

A typo has been fixed in the manuscript:
"Turn your right side to viewers as you pull out the hank and wave it with the right hand ..."

This fix has been incorporated into the free PDF and posted to the download site.
by Conus
November 21st, 2005, 4:43 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Free trick: The Little Present (NOT a Lemon!)
Replies: 1
Views: 524

Free trick: The Little Present (NOT a Lemon!)

Here's a new free download at feenx.net for all you loyal Genii forum members. "The Little Present," is a great new card trick just in time for the holiday season by Gregg Webb. Inspired by Derek Dingle's "Card in Lemon," as seen in Genii Magazine -- but without the lemon! Access...
by Conus
November 16th, 2005, 4:54 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Free download: New magic article!
Replies: 0
Views: 450

Free download: New magic article!

Here's a new free download at feenx.net for all you loyal Genii forum members. "On DVDs," an article by Gregg Webb, explains how to make your magic appear different than tricks performed by other magicians. Access the free PDF at: http://feenx.net/freetrick.html (Requires Acrobat Reader) E...
by Conus
October 30th, 2005, 2:12 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Free trick: A New Routine for Scotch and Soda
Replies: 0
Views: 433

Free trick: A New Routine for Scotch and Soda

A new free download at feenx.net for Genii Forum users. "A New Routine for Scotch and Soda," uses Scotch and Soda gimmicks to teach you how to bring closure to your magic presentations. Requires a Scotch and Soda set -- learn how to use closure to receive more applause compliments of Gregg...
by Conus
October 9th, 2005, 6:07 pm
Forum: Magicana
Topic: Moe's Memory by Karl Fulves
Replies: 1
Views: 1647

Re: Moe's Memory by Karl Fulves

A FREE trick has been posted on Gregg Webb's new Web site FEENX.NET. The 30 Second Memorized Deck , inspired by Karl Fulves' "Moe's Memory," is featured as a free download this month for Genii readers at Gregg Webb's feenx.net. (See Fulves' incomparable original in the October, 2005 issue ...
by Conus
October 2nd, 2005, 2:40 pm
Forum: Link Watch
Topic: New Gregg Webb e-books!
Replies: 0
Views: 357

New Gregg Webb e-books!

Gregg Webb's new Web site FEENX.NET provides instant downloads of his HOT new magic e-books as seen in GENII Magazine! The site features great e-books priced at only $15.95 with even more titles added soon. A product preview page provides links to the complete table of contents for each book in PDF ...
by Conus
October 2nd, 2005, 2:32 pm
Forum: Magicana
Topic: Moe's Memory by Karl Fulves
Replies: 1
Views: 1647

Moe's Memory by Karl Fulves

This trick in the October Magicana is brilliant. Fulves is a genius! In talking with Gregg Webb about it, Gregg pointed out an easy way to obtain a fixed center position... Do a quick Faro check, place the two halves together and hold a break. Cast out 13s per Fulves' instructions for the top and bo...
by Conus
August 20th, 2005, 5:04 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Gregg Webb - downloadable e-books!
Replies: 0
Views: 395

Gregg Webb - downloadable e-books!

Gregg Webb's new Web site FEENX.NET provides instant downloads of his HOT new magic e-books as seen in GENII Magazine! The site features great e-books priced at only $15.95 . A product preview page provides links to the complete table of contents for each book in PDF format. An outstanding bargain ...
by Conus
August 20th, 2005, 4:45 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Last 48 hours what have you all been doing in Magic
Replies: 31
Views: 4009

Re: Last 48 hours what have you all been doing in Magic

The last 48 hours... Put the finishing touches on Gregg Webb's new Web site - here's the URL... http://feenx.net Gregg's new site provides instant downloads of his HOT new magic e-books as seen in GENII Magazine :) With that finished, I was able to begin reading the new September issue of Genii (DAR...
by Conus
April 22nd, 2005, 3:58 pm
Forum: Other Magic Publications
Topic: Magic Seen - UK Magazine & Interesting Ad
Replies: 2
Views: 1455

Magic Seen - UK Magazine & Interesting Ad

"Magic Seen" is a new magic magazine in the UK. This month's issue (April, '05) includes a cool-looking ad by Aaron Smith's online store, The Magic Depot. Sporting a nifty graphic style, the ad announces Gregg Webb's brand-new e-book "The Book That Casts No Reflection," available...
by Conus
January 23rd, 2005, 1:48 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: bill switch and more...without TT
Replies: 43
Views: 5752

Re: bill switch and more...without TT

Hi D. Conn - Yes! Ron Bauer selected Chosse's switch for "Bar Bill Stunt." A great switch and super tips on presentation and handling in that booklet! I was enamored with that switch, but I really like Tivoli's switch better. Have been experimenting with it incessently. (Will continue to u...
by Conus
January 23rd, 2005, 5:06 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: bill switch and more...without TT
Replies: 43
Views: 5752

Re: bill switch and more...without TT

Arthur's switch is great -- it is my favorite new toy!

I have been playing with this ever since he sent me the instructions to translate.

I now favor this over Chosse's switch (which is also great!).

Doug MacG.
by Conus
July 26th, 2004, 5:44 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Gregg Webb Announces Magic CD-ROM
Replies: 0
Views: 348

Gregg Webb Announces Magic CD-ROM

(I thought this was so relevant to Genii enthusiasts that I also posted this in the "Closeup" section.) Gregg Webb is offering a huge magic e-book on CD-ROM that includes hundreds of pages of underground magic magazines he published over a four-year period. The range of material is great -...
by Conus
July 26th, 2004, 5:32 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Gregg Webb Magic CD-ROM !
Replies: 0
Views: 337

Gregg Webb Magic CD-ROM !

Gregg Webb is offering a magic CD-ROM. It's a huge e-book that includes hundreds of pages of underground magic magazines he published over a four-year period. ("Feen-X," "The Book That Doesn't Exist," and "SOSOHA" magazine.) I've read the original magazines and can say ...
by Conus
May 4th, 2004, 9:56 am
Forum: Mentalism & Mental Magic
Topic: Radio blockers
Replies: 11
Views: 1647

Re: Radio blockers

I believe the fine can be up to $10,000. The marketed Cell Phone blockers can affect areas up to several blocks. Why take chances?
by Conus
May 3rd, 2004, 5:10 am
Forum: Mentalism & Mental Magic
Topic: Radio blockers
Replies: 11
Views: 1647

Re: Radio blockers

It is illegal to use, or manufacture, a device to jam or disrupt radio frequencies in the U.S.
by Conus
April 18th, 2004, 2:45 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Cups and balls starting point
Replies: 12
Views: 2245

Re: Cups and balls starting point

Actually, the Hampton Ridge video is quite good.

Produced in 1997, it features Troy Hooser...and one of the moves is true Hooser style (when the 3rd ball appear on top of the cup).
by Conus
December 7th, 2003, 2:02 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Wendy's Reality Twister?
Replies: 11
Views: 1652

Re: Wendy's Reality Twister?

I've given this some thought. As it is a marketed item, I'd feel bad tipping the how-to on this. The RT is a pretty inexpensive item. As such, it's probably best to buy it from your favorite dealer, and keep your local magic shops alive and well. Heck ... while you're in there, pick up a book, tape,...
by Conus
December 7th, 2003, 11:38 am
Forum: General
Topic: Wendy's Reality Twister?
Replies: 11
Views: 1652

Re: Wendy's Reality Twister?

You can make your own, you know ...
by Conus
September 5th, 2003, 9:55 am
Forum: Feature Articles
Topic: Thomas Solomon-Escape!
Replies: 14
Views: 1963

Re: Thomas Solomon-Escape!

A great article with plenty of interesting sidebar diversions!

Thank you for publishing such an interesting piece. (It brought back boyhood memories of the Siberian chain that was included in my Royal magic set.)

One of the best reads I've had in a long time...
by Conus
August 26th, 2003, 5:14 am
Forum: General
Topic: Question for guitar playing magicians
Replies: 60
Views: 6334

Re: Question for guitar playing magicians

Guitars and magic?

I recall that Ricky Jay's "Cards As Weapons" included a photo of Emmy Lou Harris scaling a card from her guitar strings.

(I no longer have the book - I gave it away years ago.)
by Conus
June 15th, 2003, 6:36 am
Forum: Magicana
Topic: Three Belgian Style
Replies: 4
Views: 1417

Re: Three Belgian Style

Joe - Here's an easy way for you to follow the original handling and minimize the noise: (After you've produced the coin in the left...) Drop the right hand slightly as you rotate the fingers downward. At the same time, use the right thumb to coax one coin to the fingertips. The extra coin is in pri...
by Conus
June 1st, 2003, 1:36 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Crochet Balls
Replies: 97
Views: 13074

Re: Crochet Balls

You are so right. It is frustrating getting a crocheted ball of the right size & weight. Monkey fists can be fine-tuned in size, shape & weight by using different cores or thicknesses of leather. You have flexibility in the final shape and feel -- they can be made boxy or round. (Plus, I thi...

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