This was another month where the first recommendation was going to be easy. Sucker Punch is a fantastic set of gaffed poker chips which will allow you to perform a wide range of effects. Think of it as an easy way to get into coin magic – as this set reproduces many of the coin gaffs which make so many strong effects possible – but at a much cheaper price point. Many routines and moves are taught via video instructions. Poker seems increasingly popular in the UK so I think this is a no-brainer. £38.99.

Now, call me an old romantic, but it’s hard to beat a classic magic text. And when you take a text that is as classic as Erdnase’s Expert at the Card Table, and then re-print it in a gorgeous pocket sized edition you can have with you anywhere, then you’ve got a real delight on your hands. Gilt edges, chestnut brown faux-leather. What’s not to like? £16.50

And, by the way, if you’re in a nostalgic sort of a mood, why not treat yourself to Limited Edition Expert at the Card Table Deck. This is a gorgeous thing, with a side-opening tuck case matching the colour of the original release of the book, and loads of lovely detail. £14.99

Whilst we’re on the subject of decks, here are another couple of releases that caught our eyes.

The Bicycle Old Parchment Playing Cards appeal to my love of aged looking cards. It’s a pleasing back design, but I particularly like the designs of the court cards which are highly detailed and the intricate custom pips. £9.99

I’m not so fond of the design of the Alloy Amethyst Playing Cards, but if you’re a collector they’re certainly worth a look since they feature – apparently for the first time – iridescent foil on the backs of the cards (as well as on the tuck case). Also available in a Cobalt (Blue) edition or a Copper edition. £19.99

And finally, if you’re looking to keep your deck in top-notch condition, you will probably want to get hold of a card clip. Dan and Dave have released a Classic Clip which is a beautiful example of style and simplicity. It is available in Silver or Black for £29.99.

That’s all for this month.  Let us know if you’ve seen anything worth looking at…

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If you love card magic and are serious about your art, then you need to have read Erdnase. This new edition – The Annotated Erdnase – takes the classic text and adds a lifetime of learning and reflection from one of our greatest modern magicians – Darwin Ortiz. The result is a beautiful book which will more than repay your study. £32.50

Here is another new and limited edition deck of cards – the Divine Deck. I’ll be honest, the name intrigued me, and then when I looked at the design and the concept I thought this is an attractive deck. Not just a pretty back, all the faces have been re-drawn too. Well worth a look. £7.49
 
On the grounds that some of you can’t cope with waiting for your magic to arrive and that you like to hear about the latest new stuff, here’s an instant download called Fresh and ChrisP by a bright new British talent in the card magic world. Some strong visual magic and some new killer moves. Something for everyone and only £9.99.
Have a great month…

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This is not going to be for everyone, though if you are looking around for a present to buy your magic-loving partner, this could make a really great gift! It is a blank journal to record your magical ideas, thoughts, notes etc, but it has been bound to make it look like a replica edition of Erdnase’s classic Expert at the Card Table. We think it looks great. And it is cheaper than one of those posh notebooks you can buy in the stationers! £12.50 (if you’d rather have a copy of the actual book, there’s a lovely Erdnase pocket edition available for £9.95)

And if you’re looking for some instant gratification, Duped is a neat little effect from Cameron Francis. An ideal walkaround effect with instant reset. Four cards reveal a spectator’s chosen card in a very magical way. Only £6.99 and get it straight away!

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I’ve just noticed that the all time classic of Card Magic, The Expert at the Card Table is only $2.95 (i.e. about £1.78) in a nicely formatted electronic edition. Download away!

Or if you fancy something a bit more contemporary, then what about:

4 not too difficult card routines with maximum impact – and at £8.99 that is only a couple of pounds a trick!

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The Expert at the Card Table

They are also offering 20% off all orders over $10 made this week – you will need to enter the coupon code ‘0309’ on checkout.

There is loads of strong card and mental magic available from Trickshop.com – so pick yourself up an instant bargain!

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