The Challenges of Loop Magic: Overcoming Obstacles in Performances

A loop is a programming construct that allows a series of instructions to be repeated multiple times. It is a powerful tool that can simplify code and make tasks more efficient. Just like a magic trick, loops have the ability to perform repetitive actions seamlessly and effortlessly. In the world of programming, loops come in different forms. The most common types are the "for" loop and the "while" loop. These loops will continue to execute a block of code as long as a certain condition is met.

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Originally popularized by Yigal Mesika, the invisible elastic bracelet is one of the most versatile and powerful utility gimmicks ever invented second only to the thumb tip. They re great on stage, in the bar, at school, work, and they absolutely FRY people at home especially if they know how some of your other effects work.

These loops will continue to execute a block of code as long as a certain condition is met. In other words, they will keep performing the same trick until a specific condition is satisfied. One common magic trick performed with loops is counting.

Best magic loops?

Hey fellow magicians, I am looking to perform haunted deck, levitating rings and bills. I am looking for the loop with the best strength to invisibility ratio for a respectable price. I would prefer a spool of the stuff as being 13, money is difficult to come by. I have never used loops before, what would you recommend me? Also, what is stripping threads and how is it done?

Thanks for your time,

RealityOne

To start with you need to understand the difference between Invisible Thread and Invisible Elastic Thread. Loops are Yegal Mesika's trademarked name for his bands of IET. They are sold in packs of 8 as Loops New Generation for around $10 and they come with a video that teaches floating bill and haunted deck. The effects you list can be done with IT, EIT and Loops.

Finn John and Yegal Mesika also have a 2 DVD set titled Loops for around $30. Ellusionist has a three downloads for $20 to $30 each (or $50 for all three) called Guerrilla Guide to Loops. Michael Ammar has three DVDs called Easy to Master Thread Miracles for around $30 each. They cover IT, IET and Loops.

To tie your own invisible elastic bands, I'd recommend getting Mesika's Elastics which is a spool of IET. There is a download called the Millionaire's Knot that teaches how to make your own invisible elastic bands but I don't see it available anywhere. I suspect with some amount of searching on the internet you can learn how to make them. It helps to have magician's wax to make your own invisible elastic bands - You can use Mesika Wax (which is around $10 for a tin) or buy white beeswax pellets in a craft store. Other folks like Michael Ammar's magician's wax.

I would get two eight packs of loops to begin with. Expect to go through an 8 pack before you get the hang of handling them (expect to go through two or three in the first five minutes) and then the second 8 pack will last you a while. It is worth it to get the video on how to use them. Once you do that, then I'd go on to making your own.

My one piece of advice for using loops is to gently stretch them out before using them. They will last longer that way.

kthrzne

For elastic thread i recommend prym 977770. Its like $7 for 200m and works better than anything else i've used. For regular IT I use magic makers which probably isnt the best but it works and comes with a good sized block of wax. Ots not stripped though so youll have to learn to do that if you get it. Stripping means separating individual strands from a woven thread the way i do it is to the length i want and stick one end to a table with wax, then you can just tease out individual strands. Its a little knacky but it works.

XavierC

XavierC

Ok I think I will order that tomorrow it has hundreds of good reviews, good price and looks promising

RealityOne

Ok I think I will order that tomorrow it has hundreds of good reviews, good price and looks promising

Recognize that the Magic Makers Invisible Thread cannot be used to make invisible elastic bands that are similar to Loops.

Josh Burch

These are the most inexpensive and highest quality invisible elastics I know of. http://www.eddieraymond.com/bands/

Maaz Hasan

To start with you need to understand the difference between Invisible Thread and Invisible Elastic Thread. Loops are Yegal Mesika's trademarked name for his bands of IET. They are sold in packs of 8 as Loops New Generation for around $10 and they come with a video that teaches floating bill and haunted deck. The effects you list can be done with IT, EIT and Loops.

Finn John and Yegal Mesika also have a 2 DVD set titled Loops for around $30. Ellusionist has a three downloads for $20 to $30 each (or $50 for all three) called Guerrilla Guide to Loops. Michael Ammar has three DVDs called Easy to Master Thread Miracles for around $30 each. They cover IT, IET and Loops.

To tie your own invisible elastic bands, I'd recommend getting Mesika's Elastics which is a spool of IET. There is a download called the Millionaire's Knot that teaches how to make your own invisible elastic bands but I don't see it available anywhere. I suspect with some amount of searching on the internet you can learn how to make them. It helps to have magician's wax to make your own invisible elastic bands - You can use Mesika Wax (which is around $10 for a tin) or buy white beeswax pellets in a craft store. Other folks like Michael Ammar's magician's wax.

I would get two eight packs of loops to begin with. Expect to go through an 8 pack before you get the hang of handling them (expect to go through two or three in the first five minutes) and then the second 8 pack will last you a while. It is worth it to get the video on how to use them. Once you do that, then I'd go on to making your own.

My one piece of advice for using loops is to gently stretch them out before using them. They will last longer that way.

Do you have any tips for making your own loops. I've had a spool of Mesika Elastics from I think my first magic purchase, I've tried a ton of times, always end up not being able to do it, getting super close, breaking them, getting frustrated, making a few, breaking them before I can do anything, and then giving up after a while. I don't wanna buy any because I don't want to make more magic purchases until I start performing more often.

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Using a loop, we can count from 1 to 10 or even higher. This can be done by initializing a variable to 1, and then incrementing it by 1 after each iteration of the loop. The loop will continue until the variable reaches a certain value, at which point the trick is complete. Another magic trick that loops can perform is printing a certain pattern. By utilizing loops, we can print a pyramid of stars or any other shape. This can be achieved by using nested loops, where an outer loop controls the number of lines, and an inner loop controls the number of characters to be printed on each line. Loops can also be used to search for specific elements in a list or array. By looping through each element and comparing it to a desired value, we can determine if that value is present or not. This trick can be very useful when dealing with large amounts of data. In conclusion, loops are like the magicians of programming. They have the power to repeat actions effortlessly and create amazing tricks. Just like a magic show, programming with loops can be both entertaining and practical. So next time you see a loop in your code, remember the magic behind it and appreciate its power to simplify tasks and make your code more efficient..

Reviews for "The Artistry of Loop Magic: Blending Creativity and Technique"

1. John Smith - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with the "Loops magic trick". The video tutorial was confusing and hard to follow. The loops themselves were difficult to handle and kept breaking. I spent hours trying to get the trick right, but it never worked properly. I don't recommend this trick to anyone looking for a reliable and easy-to-use magic trick.

2. Emily Johnson - 1/5 stars - I had high hopes for the "Loops magic trick" but it turned out to be a complete waste of money. The loops were flimsy and kept snapping, making it impossible to perform the trick without constantly replacing them. The tutorial video was poorly explained, and even after watching it multiple times, I couldn't understand the proper technique. Save your money and look for a better magic trick with more reliable props.

3. David Thompson - 2/5 stars - I bought the "Loops magic trick" expecting it to be a fun and impressive trick, but I was let down. The loops were delicate and broke easily, and the replacements provided were not enough. The tutorial video didn't provide enough clear instructions, leaving me frustrated and unable to perform the trick successfully. I was really hoping for a better experience with this magic trick, but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations.

4. Sarah Miller - 2/5 stars - The "Loops magic trick" was a disappointment for me. The loops themselves were too flimsy and kept getting tangled, making it difficult to handle and perform the trick smoothly. The instructional video didn't provide enough guidance, and I found myself having to search for additional resources online to understand the trick better. Overall, I found this magic trick to be frustrating and not worth the money.

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