How to Make a Card Crawl Out of the Deck

You'll be able to make a spectator's card slowly slide out of the deck while it's sitting on the table. It looks like the cards are moving on their own to find the chosen one. By the time you're done, the deck is completely normal and can be handed out for people to look at.

How the Lesson Works

The lesson is short and gets right to the point. Julio shows you the performance first so you see the timing. Then, he breaks down the setup. You’ll learn how to move the loop from your wrist to your palm and how to secretly slip it over the entire deck. He also shows you exactly how to "clean up" at the end so nobody finds the thin elastic.

How Much Practice You'll Need

This is a mid-level trick. You don't need to be a master of finger gymnastics, but you do need a steady hand. The most important part is the transition where you put the loop around the deck while the spectator is distracted. You'll want to practice the "Biddle Grip" move until you can do it without looking at your hands. It takes a little bit of a "touch" to make sure you don't snap the fragile loop, but once you get it, the effect is very reliable.

About Julio Ribera

Julio is a pro at street magic and has taught millions of people through his YouTube channel. He’s great at taking classic effects and making them work for real-world situations where people are standing right in front of you.

What You’ll Learn

• How to hide the loop in your palm instead of your wrist
• The secret transition from Mechanics Grip to Biddle Grip
• How to slip the loop around the entire deck without being caught
• The right way to insert the card so it doesn't snag on the elastic
• How many cards to keep on top of the selection so it moves smoothly
• A simple move to ditch the loop so the deck can be examined

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a special deck of cards?
No, you can use any deck you already have. You just need a standard invisible loop (elastic thread) to make the magic happen.

Is this better than putting the loop around just one card?
This version is often "cleaner" because the loop stays on the deck. When the card slides out, you can just move the deck away and the loop falls right off into your hand.

What if the loop breaks during the trick?
Julio shows you how to move your hands so you don't put too much tension on the loop. If you follow his advice on how many cards to place on top of the selection, the loop won't have to work as hard and is much less likely to snap.

Can people see the loop if I'm close up?
If you have the right lighting and use the "palm" position Julio teaches, it’s virtually impossible to see. This is designed for close-up performances.