If you want to mesmerize your audience by playing with magic, then you can rely on our list of 10 easiest simple illusion tricks to learn for beginners.
Who doesn’t like magic, right? It’s fun, creative, and it makes simple things seem impossible or magical. If you would like to learn how to do magic tricks for beginners, then stick with us because the tricks we listed today are simple enough for everyone to do.
Kids usually want to learn a few magic tricks as they are fascinated by this mysterious art which makes things disappear and appear all of a sudden. And you, as a parent, can help them with that because there are many tutorials on how to perform some basic tricks such as easy magic tricks with coins. We have actually already wrote about easiest coin magic tricks ever for kids which are great for beginners. Your kid(s) would surely love to entertain friends with a splendid (but easy) magic trick so take a look at the list and pick one.
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According to Rebel Magic, there are three stages when it comes to learning how to do magic. The first one is discovery, and in this phase, you actually stumble upon magic tricks you really like and want to learn to perform. The next stage is practice, and the last one is mastery. The final phase implies that you have perfected performing the trick that you can do even with your eyes closed. The tutorials also suggest that you should not rush to show your friends and family what you’ve learned but to take enough time to practice and master the tricks. Then, you can utterly amaze your spectators with your impressive illusion tricks.
When deciding to learn about magic, you should also think about what kinds of magic tricks are you interested in. There are many different types of tricks that you can perform, so focusing on a specific kind can help. You can learn easy magic tricks with cards, easy magic tricks with paper, learn to levitate things, bend things, make things disappear, etc. It’s your pick. Our list contains a mixture of tricks that are simple and very amusing. You can find more details on types of magic tricks by visiting Sternberg Clarke.
Amazingly, some tricks that appeared rather difficult to us at first were in fact quite simple once professionals explain how it’s done. In order to do our research, we first watched a lot of magic tricks being performed and then we watched the explanation step by step for each and every one of them. We relied on The Spruce and their extensive collection of illusion tricks when compiling this list. Our criteria for compiling the list of easiest simple illusion tricks were tricks that don’t require a lot of time to master and those that also don’t require many items to perform them. The Spruce also has quite a list of easy magic tricks for kids, so check it out to find something you’ll like.
With these simple magic tricks, both kids and adults can amaze their audiences, and some are even great easy magic tricks for kids to do at school. So let’s get to the point and have a look at 10 easiest simple illusion tricks to learn for beginners.
10. Float and Spin a Playing Card
To learn this easy trick, you don’t need much time or too many items. First, you must prepare the card by using a clear adhesive tape and attaching a bit of a thread to the card. Make sure you attach the thread to the back of the playing card and then run the other end of the thread over your hand and then attach it to your shirt button. You can see the details of this trick by watching the video below, which contains everything you need to know.
9. Bend a Spoon
Next in line on our list of easiest simple illusion tricks to learn for beginners we have a classic illusion trick that you should definitely attempt learning because it is not very difficult and it will astound your audience. You don’t actually bend the spoon at all; it just appears that you do. How? You simply press the spoon down using both hands while letting it slide which to spectators around you appears as if it is bending.
8. The Magic Tube
Another cool and easy magic trick that you can learn to perform very easily, and it’s especially fun for kids. You show your spectators what appears to be an empty tube, but when you open it, it produces items such as silk and ribbons.
7. Levitate a Card from Hand to Hand
If you want easiest simple illusion tricks to learn for beginners, then you must consider putting this one on your list. For this simple magic tricks with hands, you need a playing card, a straw, and a thread. You will cut a piece of straw and attach it to the back of the card and then thread the cord through the straw. This video below will show you how to levitate a card from hand to hand.
6. The Color Changing Card
This easy magic trick will amaze you and your spectators will love it too. You will hold the cards and one of your spectators will say “stop”. You will single out that card which will appear to be of different color than all the other cards. How? Take a look at the tutorial below to learn how to perform this trick. With a little practice, you can master it and dazzle your friends soon.
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5. The Magnetic Hand
In this magic trick, you magically make several cards to adhere to your hand. It sounds mysterious, but it is actually quite simple if you follow the instructions. To do this, you need a trick card which you will make by gluing two cards together. In one of these cards, you will cut a little cube-shaped hole as the man does in the video below. Then simply glue the two cards together so that the whole you created is at the back of the card. What you get is the trick card which is the basis of this magic trick. Watch the rest of the video to learn how to perform this trick and amaze your friends.
4. Levitate a Dollar Bill
Another classic illusion trick that most beginners would like to master is the one with a levitating dollar bill. This exciting yet simple magic trick is easy to learn if you follow the instructions carefully. For this magic trick, you will need a black thread, a straw, a bill, and some adhesive tape. First, you will cut two short pieces of the straw and tape them to the bill. You will then thread the cord through the straws just like in the video below.
3. The Magnetic Pencil
Up next on our list of easiest simple illusion tricks to learn for beginners we have another easy magic trick to do at home — the magnetic pencil that sticks to your hand. Place a pen in your hand and then grab your wrist. You are secretly holding the pencil with your finger even though your spectators probably won’t notice that. There’s also another version of this simple illusion trick with a pencil — except for this one, you’ll need a wristwatch. It’s not difficult at all, we promise you, so if you want to master both versions — go ahead. Take a look at the video below which explains both versions of the trick.
2. Levitate a Finger Ring
We are continuing our list of easiest simple illusion tricks to learn for beginners with this cool simple trick which requires a pencil, a ring, clear adhesive tape, and black thread. While performing the trick, it appears that the ring is levitating and you can achieve this by following the instructions. First, you need to attach a bit of the thread to the top of the pencil. Hold the pencil with eraser facing up and then run the other end of the thread to a button on your shirt. You can find a complete guide for this magic trick here.
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1. Cold as Ice
We were absolutely amazed when we watched this trick being performed which is why we had to rank it first among the easiest simple illusion tricks to learn for beginners. Even though it seems rather complicated, this trick is actually very simple so you should definitely learn how to perform it in order to amaze your spectators. In order to instantly turn water into ice, you’ll need a mug and a piece of sponge which you will place at the bottom of the mug. Next, put a few ice cubes in the mug as well and you’re all set to amaze your friends. Take a look at the video below to see the details.
This wraps it up for our list of easiest simple illusion tricks to learn for beginners.
