Shin Lim is a renowned magician known for his mind-blowing performances and incredible sleight of hand techniques. His mesmerizing performances have captivated audiences all over the world, and now he is bringing his magic to your fingertips with the Shin Lim Magic Performance Kit. The Shin Lim Magic Performance Kit is a comprehensive set that includes everything you need to perform mind-bending magic tricks just like Shin Lim himself. The kit contains a variety of props and accessories, including special cards, coins, and even a custom-made magician's rope. One of the highlights of the Shin Lim Magic Performance Kit is the specially designed deck of cards. These cards are unlike any ordinary deck, as they feature stunning artwork and hidden secrets that will enable you to perform mind-reading tricks and incredible illusions.
Magic plantern lamp
Apparently, in the middle of the Twentieth Century, the plantern was born. The what? It is a lamp with a planter in the base. It was made such that you could turn on the lamp via touch of the lamp shade or by touching the leaves of the plant in the planter. A capacitive touch plate is placed in the planter bottom, providing the touch conduction to the lamp (likely it would help to have a plant that likes a moist soil).
We couldn’t find any current lamps for sale, but apparently they are still manufactured and they come up on online auction sites and other places.
This would make a great maker project. Note that isolation of the mains power from the switch circuitry would be crucial to avoid electric shock hazards. Perhaps a lower voltage LED (NeoPixel) lamp circuit. And most microcontrollers can do capacitive touch.
If you look to recreate this project, post your results on forums.adafruit.com.
You can see lamp planters (planterns) at:
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These cards are unlike any ordinary deck, as they feature stunning artwork and hidden secrets that will enable you to perform mind-reading tricks and incredible illusions. With these cards, you'll be able to amaze your friends and family with your seemingly impossible card tricks. In addition to the deck of cards, the Shin Lim Magic Performance Kit also includes a set of silver coins.
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7 Steps to Turning Your Plant into a Lamp
Ever feel like your home needs a little more 'life'? Living, breathing houseplants radiate life and vibrancy. In this DIY, the world of living plants and lighting collide. There are dedicated plant or flower pot lamp making kits available to make this an easy and safe project. The hardest part for some may be keeping the plant alive! But I have some tips for that, too.
What You'll Need:
- A ceramic or glass container for the base. I used a blue glass vase I had at home
- A lamp kit specially designed for pot plants, like this Flower Pot Lamp Kit from Amazon
- A drill and 3/8"bit. If your container is ceramic, you'll need a masonry drill bit. If your container is glass, you'll need a diamond drill bit
- A plant that requires low drainage. I used a small ivy plant, but succulents would work very well
- Activated charcoal. I used Hoffman Charcoal Soil Conditioner from Amazon
- Potting mix
- An assortment of rocks or broken pottery
- Safety equipment - gloves and safety glasses since you'll be working with glass
How to Make Your Lamp
Step One: Drill a hole in the container
Mark the center of the base of your container. Attach the diamond drill bit and start drilling. Tip: drilling through glass is hard work and you'll need to keep the tip cool and lubricated with water. Pause every couple of minutes to splash on some fresh water. You'll notice in these photos white stuff. that's ground-up glass. This can be quite a long process, especially if the glass is thick. Don't get so impatient that you try and force it at the end and smash through the whole thing and ruin it. (bitter? me?)
Step Two: Put together the lamp
Here are all the goodies that are in the Flower Pot Lamp Kit . The instructions lack detail so I'll walk you through it!
Step Three: Assemble the pipe
Start by threading on a washer, then a locknut, to the pipe. Push the pipe into your container and then thread on another washer and locknut. Tighten on both ends.
Pro Tip: At this point, you'll want to waterproof your container. Some water may seep in between the hole and the washers. I caulked around the fittings both inside and outside the vase. Water and electricity don't mix well.
Step Four: Wire up
If you've wired a lamp before, this will be easy for you. If it's your first time, follow the steps below (it'll be easy for you too!)
Thread on the harp base and the bottom of the socket. Separate the two wire ends and create an 'underwriters knot', a compact knot that allows the wires to sit snugly in the socket. See how the two wires are slightly different - one has ribs on the outside and one is smooth.
Grab the main part of the socket and wrap the end of the ribbed (neutral) wire clockwise around the silver screw terminal. You may need to loosen the screw first. Wrap the end of the smooth (hot) wire around the brass screw terminal. Tighten the screws so all the wire is under the screw head.
Insert the outer socket shell with its cardboard liner on top. Snap the outer shell in place over the socket base by twisting and jiggling. You'll know it's in place when you hear some clicks and it feels secure.
Thread the socket base onto the pipe.
These coins are not your ordinary coins - they have been specially designed and weighted to enable you to perform incredible sleight of hand tricks. With just a few simple moves, you'll be able to make these coins disappear and reappear right before your audience's eyes. Another notable inclusion in the Shin Lim Magic Performance Kit is the custom-made magician's rope. This rope is not only durable and high-quality but also possesses hidden features that will allow you to perform awe-inspiring rope tricks. Whether you want to cut and restore the rope or make it penetrate solid objects, the magician's rope is an essential tool for any aspiring magician. In addition to the props and accessories, the Shin Lim Magic Performance Kit also includes an instructional DVD. This DVD is packed with detailed explanations and step-by-step instructions on how to perform the tricks included in the kit. With Shin Lim as your personal guide, you'll be able to master each trick and perform them with confidence. Overall, the Shin Lim Magic Performance Kit is a must-have for anyone interested in magic. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced magician looking to expand your repertoire, this kit has something for everyone. With its high-quality props, detailed instructions, and the guidance of Shin Lim himself, this kit will enable you to amaze and astonish your audience with your magical abilities..
Reviews for "Learn the Art of Misdirection with Shin Lim's Magic Performance Kit"
1. John - 2 stars
I was really disappointed with the Shin Lim magic performance kit. The tricks included were so common and basic that I felt like I've seen them all before. The instructional DVD that came with the kit was not helpful at all and left me with more questions than answers. Overall, I expected a lot more from a magician like Shin Lim and this kit just fell short of my expectations.
2. Sarah - 2 stars
I bought the Shin Lim magic performance kit for my son's birthday as he is really into magic. However, we were both quite disappointed with it. The quality of the props included was subpar and they felt cheaply made. Additionally, the instructions provided were not clear and we struggled to understand how to properly execute the tricks. It seemed like the kit was rushed and not well thought out. I would not recommend this kit to anyone looking for a quality magic set.
3. Michael - 1 star
I have been a fan of Shin Lim's magic performances for a while, so I was excited to try out his magic performance kit. Unfortunately, it was a huge letdown. The tricks included were simple and lacked any wow factor. I expected to learn some of Shin Lim's signature tricks, but instead, I got basic card tricks that I could have found in any beginner's magic book. Save your money and buy a different magic kit if you're looking for something truly impressive.