I’m asked: Is there a proper way to use the invisible thread reel?
The invisible thread reel can be a really powerful part of your routine and makes it seem like you are producing magic from two empty hands. First, you should find a comfortable place to clip the reel, under your shirt collar or underneath a sweatshirt near the front of your neck. Second, you need to remove the wax with the threads end wrapped inside and place it under your finger tip. I like to use the middle finger of the right hand. It is very important that thread goes over the top of your hand (the bottom of your fingertips should be facing the floor), over the lower part of your middle finger, and off to the right before being stuck to the fingertip of your middle finger. (Let me know if this doesn’t make sense)
The true beauty of the thread reel is that you can now move your hand closer to your body or away in normal motions and no one will suspect that you have invisible thread attached anywhere. The thread reel will make the thread shorter or longer at your command. You should still make slow deliberate movements until you know exactly how much give the thread reel is willing to support so you don’t accidentally break the thread.
When you are ready to float an item, simply show both of your hands empty, front and back, take the item to be levitated, and slip the wax onto the item. As long as the thread is wrapped over your finger as described above, you should be able to float the object no problem. When you are finished spinning and floating the object, just slide the wax off and onto your fingertip again and hand the object back to the spectator. Again, show your hands empty, front and back and walk away.
You never need to cut the thread into pieces and should put the wax back onto the reel when not in use. Never let the invisible thread get loose of the wax or you will have a really hard time finding the end again within the reel.
~Chris (Owner, Infinity Magic)
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