The Controls Project

Being able to secretly control a spectator’s chosen card to any position of the pack is an essential skill for EVERY magician. On ‘The Controls Project’ you’ll learn 26 devastating and deceptive techniques, ranging from the simple to the sophisticated. These skills will leave you armed to covertly move playing cards to literally ANY position in the pack you desire. The included material will provide insight and fundamental lessons for everyone from beginners to working professionals alike. As with the other titles in our Sleights series, ‘The Controls Project’ features the acclaimed and concise teaching of Liam Montier, who covers not only the technical aspects of these deceptive moves, but also important theory on how to make your sleights truly invisible, how to practice, what to do in emergencies and much more. Grab a deck and let’s learn how to CONTROL THOSE CARDS! Introduction Holding A Break

Double Undercut
Double Undercut Variation
Double Undercut To Table
Dominique Duvivier Double Undercut

Double Undercut Advice Other Double Undercut Ideas

Overhand Shuffle Control
The Injog Shuffle
Natural Jog Control

Delaying The Control

Hindu Shuffle Control
Swivel Cut
Dribble Toss Control

How to Practise

The Tipover Control
Ovette Master Move
Ovette Master Move Misdirection Advice

Casual vs Formal

Pants Leg Reverse
Simplicity Control
Tilt Illusion

Uniformity Of Action

Spread Cull Control
Convincing Control
Flexible Switchout
Illogical Double Lift
Bluff Pass

Fixing A Mistake

Side Steal
Side Steal To Bottom

Multiple Shift Introduction

Dai Vernon’s Multiple Shift
Carmen D’Amico’s Multiple Shift

Routines Blind Lemon Aces – Jack Carpenter Deep Thrust – Larry Jenning Psychic Pickpocket – Liam Montier The Powerful Queen – Rovi WWBD – Liam Montier Infinity Round Trip – Alex Elmsley