You borrow some items from an audience member: Driver’s License, Credit Card, Photo of their spouse, Library Card, whatever they will give you. You put them in your back pocket as you talk about identify theft. They start to fear that you are an identity thief.
You explain that you are a not just a taker that you will give back at least as much as you take. Turn your back to the audience and tell them that you want them to take your wallet out of your pocket.
They reach into your pocket and remove a leatherette wallet (you can have it partially sticking out of your pocket for easier access). They untie a cord around the wallet and open it up. Inside they find two metal panels that have 32 notches punched into the steel. Wrapped around each pair of notches are rubber bands. 16 Rubber Bands in all.
Under one of the bands but on top of the panels is a white card. It’s a photograph, of your Pride & Joy!
Behind another rubber band (something you choose, perhaps your favorite packet trick, maybe Color Monte?) Anything to stall them and make them feel a bit uncomfortable about the whereabouts of their belongings.
Finally, let them undo all the rubber bands and separate the metal plates, in between them, they find everything that they gave to you!
Can also be used like a modern Card To Wallet! Make a signed playing card appear inside.
I initially ordered the 988 Lifeline decks (standard, blue gilded & purple gilded) because proceeds go to an amazingly good cause (suicide prevention). But, I was knocked over at how gorgeous these decks are -- especially the gilded decks. Absolutely beautiful! The prices are also extremely reasonable in addition to helping out a very important cause!!!
The deck has a very shiny silver foil, both on the cards and tuck box. It’s so shiny that you can see the reflection of your finger when put close. Hence why I love silver foil~
The deck has a very shiny silver foil, both on the cards and tuck box. It’s so shiny that you can see the reflection of your finger when put close. Hence why I love silver foil~
messaging and customization is so lovely, without being preachy or garish and distracting.
maybe a gaff deck?
an understated way to spread information - to include with mail orders or add to message boards at local establishments. Combine the joker and the current gaff card? Personally, I'd sacrifice the ribbon, for the semicolon text. It is so much more powerful and sticky, than the facts alone.
Thank you for sharing our talents to advance this cause.
Thanks a lot for my Breakthrough Playing Cards. The message it conveys speaks to me a lot. This deck meets all the requirements of magician, enthusiast and collector. It's characteristics are impeccable. Another little gem signed ES52 !
Thanks a lot for my Sleights Playing Cards Standard. This deck meets all the requirements of magician, enthusiast and collector. It's characteristics are impeccable. Another wonderful opus ES52 !
To have such a nicely designed deck, with deeper purpose and meaning is a blessing. I was so happy to support this deck and the important cause it highlights. Everyone needs this deck - in so many ways.
This is such a beautiful, meaningful deck, you will be completely justified for not realizing it's marked. A wonderful design, gilding is perhaps more justified here than most decks, given the theme. Probably the most reasonable priced gilded decks in the industry, and beyond worth it.
I initially ordered the 988 Lifeline decks (standard, blue gilded & purple gilded) because proceeds go to an amazingly good cause (suicide prevention). But, I was knocked over at how gorgeous these decks are -- especially the gilded decks. Absolutely beautiful! The prices are also extremely reasonable in addition to helping out a very important cause!!!
I love carat cases, and this one customized with the deck art is a great way to display the series. A must for collectors.
Chapters Carat Case
Wendy Pittari
Amazing!
When the cards arrived, I couldn't believe how beautiful they were. I was extremely impressed with packaging and the thoughtfulness in the detail. I appreciated the little but important items included as well, magnet, stickers as well as personalized thank you. Looking forward to adding another!
988 Lifeline Playing Cards (Standard/Blue Gilded/Purple Gilded)
John McMahon
Beautiful deck w/ a beautiful message
I love this deck!
Elegantly tackles the very tough yet important subject of mental health & suicide prevention. Beautiful card design front & back w/ shimmering foiled Forget Me Nots on the court cards & “CALL * 988 * TEXT * 988 * CHAT * 988…” lettering border on the backs. They feel as good as it looks too!
Gorgeous deck in an equally beautiful tuck case. Highly highly highly recommend this deck.
988 Lifeline Playing Cards (Standard/Blue Gilded/Purple Gilded)
Stefani Hayes
Elegant and inspiring
I own the Breakthrough decks in red and blue and absolutely love them. They were gifted to me by a friend and wow what an amazing gift! The stock and finish handle very well- just as I like and the message is inspiring. These cards make me feel good every time I see them. I’ve made flowers out of these decks and they handled perfectly. A lot of times with more solid colored cards, I notice the finish doesn’t hold up as well and shows wear more easily- but not these! These held up beautifully to all my manipulating them and turned into flowers I’m proud of. I loved working with these cards.
Breakthrough Playing Cards
Stefani Hayes
Elegant and inspiring
I own the Breakthrough decks in red and blue and absolutely love them. They were gifted to me by a friend and wow what an amazing gift! The stock and finish handle very well- just as I like and the message is inspiring. These cards make me feel good every time I see them. I’ve made flowers out of these decks and they handled perfectly. A lot of times with more solid colored cards, I notice the finish doesn’t hold up as well and shows wear more easily- but not these! These held up beautifully to all my manipulating them and turned into flowers I’m proud of. I loved working with these cards.
