Invisible thread-help needed

CB1 · 19th October 2007, 08:56 AM

I'm looking to get hold of some invisible thread and was looking for a bit of advice please.

I only need it for a couple of card tricks and am not looking to spend lots of money. If the versions for a few quid are any good, then they are fine.

I keep seeing them sold "stripped" or "unstripped". What does this mean?

Also, because it's a relatively cheap item, if anyone can point me in the direction of an English web site that sells good stuff, I can stop the shipping being more than the thread!!

I know this post is a bit random, but basically, where can I get cheap thread that will be reasonably good for a few card tricks.

Regards

CB

Garrette · 19th October 2007, 11:04 AM

CB1, I've PMd you about stripped/unstripped. Others will have to direct you to an English magic site (by which I assume you mean one in England or Great Britain.

AgeGap · 19th October 2007, 11:57 AM

http://www.magicbypost.com/products.php?cat=1&pid=1

I have not bought anything from here for a few years.

Jeff Corey · 19th October 2007, 06:34 PM

On another site, people said that "wooley nylon thread" at a sewing goods store would work if you tease the individual strands apart.

Brown · 21st October 2007, 07:21 AM

There are lots of variations of IT. Some folks recommend buying women's underwear with spandex in it, and teasing out a spandex thread. This will give you a thread that is fairly strong and stretchable. Plus, you can also used the underwear for ... ahem .. other purposes if you choose.

Unalienable · 24th October 2007, 01:19 PM

"Loops" are ideal for certain applications. You mentioned card tricks, if you have in mind something like a "rising card" type effect, loops can be used. And it's great how you can be wearing the gimmick on your wrist until it's needed, and nobody will see it there.

Also if you have some money to spend, the battery powered "Spider Pen" is really cool.

WildCat · 24th October 2007, 09:55 PM

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19th October 2007, 08:56 AM	#1
CB1 Student Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 27	Invisible thread-help needed I'm looking to get hold of some invisible thread and was looking for a bit of advice please. I only need it for a couple of card tricks and am not looking to spend lots of money. If the versions for a few quid are any good, then they are fine. I keep seeing them sold "stripped" or "unstripped". What does this mean? Also, because it's a relatively cheap item, if anyone can point me in the direction of an English web site that sells good stuff, I can stop the shipping being more than the thread!! I know this post is a bit random, but basically, where can I get cheap thread that will be reasonably good for a few card tricks. Regards CB
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19th October 2007, 11:04 AM	#2
Garrette Philosopher Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 7,964	CB1, I've PMd you about stripped/unstripped. Others will have to direct you to an English magic site (by which I assume you mean one in England or Great Britain.
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19th October 2007, 11:57 AM	#3
AgeGap Graduate Poster Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 1,803	http://www.magicbypost.com/products.php?cat=1&pid=1 I have not bought anything from here for a few years.
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21st October 2007, 07:21 AM	#5
Brown Philosopher Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Twin Cities, Canada Posts: 9,117	There are lots of variations of IT. Some folks recommend buying women's underwear with spandex in it, and teasing out a spandex thread. This will give you a thread that is fairly strong and stretchable. Plus, you can also used the underwear for ... ahem .. other purposes if you choose.
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19th October 2007, 06:34 PM	#4
Jeff Corey New York Skeptic Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 9,731	On another site, people said that "wooley nylon thread" at a sewing goods store would work if you tease the individual strands apart.

24th October 2007, 01:19 PM	#6
Unalienable Critical Thinker Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 293	"Loops" are ideal for certain applications. You mentioned card tricks, if you have in mind something like a "rising card" type effect, loops can be used. And it's great how you can be wearing the gimmick on your wrist until it's needed, and nobody will see it there. Also if you have some money to spend, the battery powered "Spider Pen" is really cool.