Easy Magic Tricks to Do at Home

Performing magic tricks brings some wonderment into the mind of adults and children. Doing your own magic tricks is simple and fun if you have the right objects and supplies on hand. Try these easy at home magic tricks to get started.

Knot Trick

This is one of the most basic magic tricks that will still startle people. Grab a thin rope and tie a knot on either of the sides. Hold onto the knotted end of the rope, hiding it, and place the other end on the palm of your hand. Shake the rope a few times by saying a few magical words of your choice and suddenly let go of the knotted end. This will create the illusion of you tying up the knotted rope with only one of your hands.

Magic Number

Lay cards out in this specific order: six, four, five, three, two, ace, jack, ten, nine, eight, and seven. This is the only order that will work when trying to complete this trick. Ask a friend or family member to come up and switch the cards around. Turn the other way so you know they won’t be suspicious of you looking at the cards moving. When they are done, count the number of cards from the left side. Flip over the seventh card in the line, this will tell you how many cards have been moved and will give you the answer to what they have done.

Behind the Ear Coin Trick

This is a classic trick that requires fast and steady fingers. You can hold the coin securely with the indent of your index finger or your thumb if it doesn’t slide too much. Reach behind your family member’s ear and pretend you have pulled a coin out from behind, showing them the coin you just “produced.” This type of trick is used to create surprise and works well on young children.