trick 21

----------------- Trick#21 This trick takes some minor preparation... First you take out the 6 of hearts, 6 of diamonds, 9 of hearts, and the 9 of diamonds. Place the 6 of hearts on the top of the deck, and the 9 diamonds on the bottom (or you can do the opposite: 9 hear, 6 diamond-which ever you prefer). Now for the trick: with the other 2 cards not already placed you quickly show the spectator and ask them to place those cards anywhere in the deck they want, then place the deck on the table to prove you weren't holding the cards. Once done you say something about "magically taking the cards from the center of the deck" and place fingers firmly on the top and bottom card and "toss" the rest of the deck into your other hand. This does take practice, so don't show someone until you've tried it a few times or you'll blow the trick. --------------------------------------------------------