Levitate a Leaf
David Blaine demonstrated a classic object levitation on his TV special where he asks a spectator to watch while he picks up a leaf and causes it to levitate above his hand. This type of levitation is performed by using "invisible thread" which can either be purchased as a proprietary brand from good magic suppliers or by separating some fine polyester thread into individual strands and using a single strand.
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Steps
- Attach one end of this strand of string to some sticky tape and place high up on the magician's body such as a shirt button while the other end can be placed at the right moment to a solid object (in David Blaine's case, the tree).
- Stand at the correct distance so that the string is tight and the object (a bill or a leaf) is wrapped around the thread which is above your hand. This should look like the magician is just scrunching up the note in the palm of their hand.
- Tighten the thread by using very small movements of the head or body, causing the note to rise. You are also able to move your hands around the object to show that it really is levitating.
- The object can then be made to return to the palm and be examined by the spectator.
- Walk away casually, the thread breaking, which is not a problem as it is reasonably priced.
Tips
- Make it look totally impromptu to make it even more impressive.
Warnings
- If you don't practice a lot, other people might figure out your trick.
