Appearing Glass

Tina

Love seeing ideas for using magic props in different ways. I'm now debating how I can, as a clown, do something with cubes or with something akin to them - getting the creativity juices flowing

Peter

Vanishing Inc has the best costumer service anywhere. I bought this quite a while ago and just started using it. After a few hours of practice there was a defect in the prop and they replaced it so fast. I can’t thank you enough. This is only one of the many reasons I keep coming back here for my supplies.

UP

A great addition to my show. Lots of fun especially unique when combined with other effects.

Mark

Not sure what else I can add to this that's not already been mentioned.

This is an amazing effect, and the quality of the props is fantastic. The teaching is well done, filmed in high quality and easy to learn from.

If you want to produce a glass of liquid, this is the way to go!

Scott

This is impressive. It takes a lot of maneuvering to get it,but once you do...classic

Brennan

Excellently designed. I purchased this a while ago and I’m happy to say that the gimmick not only holds up but is more deceptive with age.

Robert

Very well designed and thought out gimmick. Takes some practice if you're not used to this type of effect, but gets strong reactions.

Ka Kuen Kirito

Great Stuff🎩😎👍✨

Dave

You've got to get this. It's easy to do and looks impossible. All your time can go into presentation. Once your practice a little you've got it down. Everything is well thought out and explained in the online tutorial.

Thomas

great

Lexie

Very good appearance of a glass of liquid it will take some practice to really get it right but once u do it will be a very good addition to your show or repitore

Lorne

Succinct and excellent

Moshe

Fantastic product and gimmick. Definitely takes a significant amount of practice, especially to do the actual full cup of water appear trick (I have not been able to pull it off yet personally). However what's great is that the bag can be used to make just about anything around that size appear. I find that it works as a fantastic intro to a Rubik's Cube or deck of cards routine. But it can be used to bring any prop or item into the show. And of course, with the right practice, I am sure the full glass of water appearing is killer. Definitely a worthwhile purchase.

Francis P.

This is a very powerful piece of magic! A great opener, middle, and closer. Very clear and easy to remember. Not very angle-sensitive (for me at least). Thankfully I already got the move down, years prior to this release. My only gripe is I didin't think of this sooner. Well worth the money.

John

This is a terrific effect. The instructions are clear and the props are well made. I plan to be doing this for quite some time, so I bought two.

Leonard

My Appearing Glass had a defect. Vanishing Inc. took care of it with NO PROBLEMS. I've had a couple of other Vanishing Inc. products that developed problems and in each instance, Vanishing Inc. took care of it promptly and with no hassle. Yes, they rightfully expected to see and know what the problem was but the customer service was awesome!

Gerald

The Appearing Glass is an awesome effect. It lets you create what seems like real magic. The audience reaction is what every performer looks for in a routine. The gimmick is well made and designed to last a long time. This gets a solid recommendation.

Charles

Put in the practice required and you will have a powerful effect added to your performance. There’s nothing like a full glass of water appearing out of thin air.

I experimented and preferred to steal the item from my jeans’ front pocket rather than what was suggested in the instructional video. It’s so much easier!

I’m not sure what the controversy was all about regarding this effect being difficult for heavier set performers to do. I’m a stocky guy and had no difficulty doing this while wearing a blazer.

Another plus when you purchase this… the bonus routine on how to make Rubik’s cube appear out of thin air!

Ciaran

Very easy trick with a nice clear explanation in the video... You nearly doubt yourself that you will pull it off properly but the way it's made it works. First time doing this and everyone was baffled....but as with most tricks (don't do it more than once unless you use a different routine)
Can make other items like phones , watches ECT appear too.

John

10 stars! Perfect for any venue

Robert

Amazing affect with easy handling

Sydney

This routine is actually very fun. I haven't yet worked it into my act but I've long love the idea of producing a drink from an empty bag.

It's often difficult to find a good bag that isn't going to get ruined and the nice material of this one seems like it will last for years.

Great job Steve!

Jonathan

I've just gotten The Appearing Glass and I must say, I'm genuinely impressed with the craftsmanship of the gimmick. Every aspect of the handling and the nuances within make perfect sense, and I'm confident that this routine will have a memorable effect on my audiences. With proper maintenance, this gimmick is built to endure indefinitely.

Joshua

This trick is truly amazing and so fun to perform! It gets mind blowing reactions every single time! I would highly recommend this product! Perfect for stage and palor this is a pure worker!

Rick

I use this as an opener for my kid shows and family shows and it stuns! They always say you should immediately establish yourself with a great visual opener and this fits the bill perfectly! I ordered a second one as a back up because I plan on using this every show. Well made and super clever!

Paul

Hello it's me Paul again. I bought this for my Comedy/Magic because I need a drink production.I was really happy with this. Not only is it made to last but you will be doing it in know time. I am currently using it to make all kinds of things appear. The cube is cool. honestly you can make almost any bottle-like objects appear. I like taking a trick and not using it for its intended purpose. The cube production is really neat too. The instructions are well taught and they are easily understood and it is to notch production value. This really gets great reactions. I have done this in my live show for a long time. I think it said that it will last forever. So if you need a solid drink production this is the one.

Kristinn

Great.

PRITISH

amazing trick.. loved it

Robin

This is "miracle class" magic. I freaked everyone out at a holiday work party with this thing and am so glad I purchased it. Going to incorporate it into my parlor show immediately. One thing that I'm still trying to figure out...it makes you walk around kind of funny, a bit difficult to look casual if you have ways to go before getting to this trick in your set (this is just something I'm going to have to figure out)....and regarding the narrow glass (which was filled with beer)- someone did yell out as I was drinking the beer, "looks like a urine sample!" but...other than these points- it's insanely effective and makes no f-ing sense to the spectators. Highly recommended.

Omar

Great trick! You can do it close-up and surrounded. It is angle proof. You can show the bag empty from the inside exactly before you make a glass appear. The bag isn’t the best quality but I think Vanishing inc. would happily supply refills. We all know how this is done. But the small modifications make it look like real magic for both laymen & magicians. You will learn how to vanish a cube and how to store the bag. You can make any liquid appear as long as you don’t mind splashes of that liquid on the prop or yourself. The bag can’t be inspected, but I have never seen anyone asking to have a look at it because it looks too ordinary. You will be taught how to begin the presentation in a way that removes any attention from the bag and hint to it being ordinary.
There could have been more instructions regarding the choreography in the demo.

Willie

The download tutorials were very informative and helpful on how to perform the trick. Thanks.

Richard

Nice product, smart engineering. I have added an entirely elasticated belt which makes the process much easier. For Brits M&S do one for £18.

Laura Bautista

The truth is that I was quite reluctant about this routine. After seeing the materials, the doubts began to dissipate and after watching the video, they completely vanished. It is true that you have to take into account a few things that are quite obvious: that you need a jacket, possibly a belt and that you have to control the angles in a certain way, but it is nothing that is strange given the nature of the effect itself. It is a great routine, the gimmick is wonderful and works perfectly and in summary I would say without fear that it is one of the best products to make this type of appearances. Brilliant!

Javier

Very good explanation , is a good trick and you can take a lot of millage from it so it becomes a whole act and not just one trick

Phillip

I used Barrie Richardson's appearing glass for years. But this looks as stunning and is simpler to perform. It take a bit of time to break in the bag. But once you go that this is rather easy to do. It is a audience stunner. This can be done both in a platform setting or try it close up it will blow people's mind. This people will remember for a long time

Carlo

I went to this bonus section right away and thought I knew how it’s gonna work. To my surprise, the extra “tips” make this more doable and convenient! They really know their market of cube magicians. Although it’s a simple thing, I appreciate the misdirection that flows with the cube production. I am even considering making it look like the paper bags from our local bookstore which sells rubik’s cubes too. Overall, we’re really buying the prop. I’m glad I bought this during black Friday and I’m hoping to make the most out of it.

Wolfgang

First of all: Please excuse my English (I´m Austrian) - The appearing glass is definitely excellent!!! I really love the way to perform it. Maybe it isn´t the right one for a complete newcommer in magic, but with some practice everything is possible to learn!!! The tutorial video is really genious and very easy to understand - even for me... :O)) The performance technic which is showed in the tutorial is almost perfect!!! One thing is a little bit tricky: It´s pretty much angle sensitive but also this problem is very easiely solveable by checking it out in front of a mirror or by filming with a camera. This trick seems to be impossible and due to that it becomes definitely priceless!!! So I would defintely recommend the appearing glass for buying!!! I really have very much fun with it, I perform it in almost every show and the reactions are unbelieveable - So go for it and try it by your own...

Greg

This is a very clever trick. It's a real fooler and a lot of thought went into the detailed construction of the bag.

Robert

Ingenious but a bit angle sensitive but perfect for certain situations or sets. To Conjure up something that shouldn’t be possible is priceless

Lars

I was stunned by the simplicity and elegance of the construction of the routine and how easy it "flows".
Before I bought it I scrutinized the video several times to detect the steal of the glass. I saw nothing - and hoped it was worth the risk of buying the trick.
Folks, there is no risk! Everyone can do this if you carefully pay attention to the details. How devilishly simple.
I sat applauding at the end of the explanation, and that includes the bag.
Lars Klingberg

(I selected 5 stars)

Ben

Brilliant. I think even I can pull this off.

Melvyn

what a clever idea,who would have thought it,many thanks for this trick,i will get a lot of fun out of this,once again many thanks to the team at vanishing for this.

Jose

Nice practical and easy to perform it will allow your creativity to shine introducing your props for any magic trick that can be produced using this paper bag .

Kane

This is such a nice touch to a parlor or stage show. I think its possible to do this with walk around, but you need to know how you would approach a table or spectator. I think the bag is really well made and will actually last a super long time just because of the material alone. I think this is a great effect that can build your confidence with misdirection, as it can really leave people flabergasted at what you pull, or should I say drop into a bag.

Gary

Keith

While it may be a tad pricey, it is extremely practical as it can be incorporated in countless ways. More importantly, it seems quite durable, which means once you buy it, you will likely not need to buy it again.

William

I saw this trick in a review by Magic Orthodoxy. I tried to buy it and it was sold out. It finally became available again so I bought it. It is clever! With this trick, one can pull a folded bag out of your pocket, show it empty and then pick someone in the audience to imagine they are pouring their drink into a glass. You then have them toss that (imaginary) glass to you on stage. You cry out "I've got it" and hold your bag out to catch it. The audience then sees (and hears) the glass drop into the bag a you reach in (or the spectator) and pull out a glass of liquid!

I'm using this for an opening trick and will quickly prove that magic is real. The bag can be used over and over and is durable. The gimmick is clever and difficult to see, even close up. I can see why it sold out! Get one today and don't miss it!

Steve

Having two AGs, I have the luxury of comparison. The first bag had an issue. In asking how I could repair it, Vanishing inc. immediately shipped me a new one. Bravo. I requested the "fix it" info at 9pm by 7am (PT) The replacement was shipped!
Amazing!
The new bag had one bit of glue holding the fold at the top of the bag. Maybe a 48th inch. I pulled it open just fine. Clearly individually made. as there was the slightest difference in feel. yet I feel the replacement bag will last some time.
It's going into my Stand-up open mic set that will get 12-20 performances a month. I expect to be putting mileage on this. At first I thought, Can I pull this off? The more I rehearse it, the more confident I feel.
My best $$ investment this year.

David

I first thought, that the Trailer is missing "something" (preparation etc.), BUT it is exactly how you see it.
You get what you see and it is awesome.
The glass alone is a win for me plus the special extra to "store" it (you not have to use it) - and the rest is pretty well made.

I am happy to let my eyes guide me into buying this. Highly recommended if you looking for a effect like this. AND you can also priduce other objects instead of the glass with liquid in it - like a rubic cube.

Brandon

It is definitely an effect that lives up to its description with no disappointing surprises. Very simple to use and well-built. While it should last a very long time I'm thinking of getting a second as a backup just on the off chance something were to happen to it and they become not available any longer, as I can see this being a permanent addition to my show. It is versatile in how you can present it and where you can perform it. The instructions are very clear and concise with just enough tips to add value and make sure your performances are smooth.

Allan

This is an excellent effect - a very good rendering of a classic effect. This is very cleverly constructed and the Tyvek bag's extremely durable. Comes with very good, clear instructions. I'm finding this to be a real joy to perform with lots of room for creativity. I coated the wooden lid with sealer (this is not essential) in order that the wood doesn't warp - my own solution and preventive. I give this ten out of ten.

Miha

Jim

Really impressed with this item
Love it
Try it you will like it

Andrew

The gimmick is great.
I pasted on the Starbucks bag iconic goddess design on the front and also pasted a piece of the Starb's bag-back on the reverse.
The remaining work: how to pull at least THREE items out -- one at time,

William

Awesome trick! I first learned about this trick from David and his review on the YouTube channel MagicOrthodoxy.

This looks like a digital trick but it isn't. You can make a real glass full of liquid to appear.

You pull out a folded bag out of your jacket, open it up and show the audience it is completely empty. Then have someone prepare an imaginary glass and pour liquid in the glass. They toss it into the bag and the audience sees (and hears) you catch it in the bag and have them pull out a full glass of liquid. Simply amazing! I'm planning on using this for an opening act. I think it will slay the audience and put them on a roller coaster journey of wonder and amazement. This is easy to do and from the video appears well made. I will have fun with this one!

Horst

What a clever idea. The appearing glass is a super effect. I will use it as an opening effect in my new close-up show.

David

John

Very good. I now realize I have access to my downloads through the your web site. Thanks Again

John

First of all the bag is high quality and I expect it to last a long time. Actually the more you use it the more it appears as an ordinary paper bag. Regarding the trick it’s self, it’s perfect magic for the magician and the audience. Just the right amount of slights for the magician followed by the spectator’s heads exploding! A must have trick.

Ian

Everything about this is good. The supplied props are good, the instruction video is good, even the packaging is good. The trick is not too difficult to do, and very powerful. A simply great trick!

Don

Amazing method.You can show the inside really empty 2 seconds before the glass appears.Also you can use a spectators drink.The load idea seems new even though card to wallets use it.Tyvek van lasts years but I recommend putting a patch of white electric tape inside on the small gimmick since they rust with moisture.Use the regular way then steal their drink for a repeat.

Jonathan

100 out of 10 stars. This is as good as it gets. 50 years in this business and I finally found a superb opener for any time anywhere. Nothing beats the sound and thump of the glass appearing after hands have touched the inside of the bag. Very simple, foolproof, brilliant construction. A real worker. Jonathan Todd, Producer, The Magical Mystery Show! at the Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel and UK, USA manager for FISM winner Shoot Ogawa.

Chris

A lot of thought was put into this prop. So very clever. Great angles. Well thought choreography. It hadn't occurred to me this could work in walk around, but the idea of doing it close up seems very viable.

Brian

Scott

Not only is this a magnificent idea, it was so well designed it will last forever. Everything was thought of and taught in very easy to understand terms. The angles are great, and multiple handlings are taught. There are tricks which look better after practicing a few dozen times, and this is another one. This trick will blow people's minds with his presentation, but he teaches a couple more ideas which would make you look like you can cgi in real time. Don't hesitate because this will sell out quickly! You can perform this exactly how it is shown in the trailer with just a little practice in the mirror. You will definitely blow minds on Instagram if you practice and present it correctly. Remember on video to get the sound of the glass dropping. This is a killer.

David

Chris

Nicola

I am so proud that a good friend managed to create this beautiful piece of magic and that I now own it. Great instructions from Steve, really detailed and easy to understand. The quality of the props are top notch - Thanks Vanishing Inc. I would highly recommend it!

Darrien

AR

There are many versions of an appearing glass or any object for that matter. But what makes this stand out, is #1 the sound, the weight suddenly seen pushing down inside the bag, and knowledge of the spectator, that something has appeared. #2 The glass which is removed, is filled with whatever drink you want, and there is no cover to dispose of. #3 The bag can be touched inside and looked into by the spectator before and after the appearance. (You will need to control the examination, but it really impresses and seems fair).
I would say negatively, that my bag does not click like it is suppose to, and does sometimes get caught when opening, but this trick is too good to lose a star!
You can probably be surrounded about 130 degrees in front of you, if you carefully follow the video's finger tips.
There is this this real cool packaging, which is just a VI bonus like usual.

Shaun

The Appearing Glass....
I've gotten to use this and it's a great effect.
Everything is clean from start to finish. You have really good angles throughout the entire effect.
I love that the bag is tyvek and is washable.
This will not let you down. Even the glass is perfect!!

Peter

Amazing prop. Well made to last years.

Charles

This is the perfect "handshake" to start your show. As a comedy magician, I can walk out with hands empty, take the bag out and produce a glass of water. No music needed, it's a non verbal attention grabber. Awesomeness. I would add a fake lemon wedge and some fake ice cubes. Also I don't always wear a jacket and yes, this still can be performed. Thank you!

Larry

This is not only very clever, it's extremely usable.
The props are very well manufactured and should last a very long time. The explanation video was just ok though. There is a part where he talks about a 'crease', and that's all he says.

I would have like more of a close up explanation. I almost feel that the video was rushed a touch for no good reason.

But, it works. It's practical. And it's a fooler.

Json

Has everything you need! Even something you think you need, you actually don’t. This is deceptively simple, wonderfully visual, especially with the addition of sound and moving liquid you can drink. The added safety feature is something you don’t realize you actually want until you have it. I screwed a small eyelet into the side of it and connected it to an elastic or ribbon to eliminate the need to ditch. A simple loosening with a pinky or wrist bump will cause it to dislodge and swing away quietly. This is a neat trick!! Great tips!

Steve

The demo video for this product is beyond amazing. I’d pay double to see the inner workings of the demonstrator’s method for the steal. It’s just too good to be true. After spending a few hours practicing and studying the demo video, I just don’t see how he loads the glass in the first 5 seconds of the performance. Please add a bonus video on his handling because it’s baffling.

Thomas

It is quite a clever trick and easy to execute. The packaging itself is even tricky because I initially thought it was missing the bag (which is integral to the trick), but it was there. If you like tricks to be pretty foolproof to pull off, as I do, I’d recommend this.

Richard

Excellent! Fully worthy of 5 stars. I have seen LOTS of products for producing liquids from body loads. This is as good or better than any I've seen. I've given up on the others. This I will use.

James

Just wonderful. Ingenious. Rivals "THIS" (the bottle production using three silks) in terms of ease of working. A body load effect that I WILL use. Guaranteed. Great opener. Can't wait to get it and start working with it!

Patrick

This effect far exceeded my expectations. Love producing liquids at some point in my close-up work. This is an incredible clean production. The props have been well thought out and of great quality. Definitely different from the methods most performers are used to. Great job!

Erica

Good

Steve

A buyer might be tempted to open this and say "Oh. I should have known how this works". Some of us in this hobby buy to find out how a trick works.

Well, of course this method is the method you should have expected.

BUT. But, this thing is really well made. I like the *thinking* behind how this was made -not just the quality of the construction. The idea is relatively simple but highly effective. Production effects can pack a punch, and I think this one will pack a punch for me.

I'll want to practice this one. That doesn't mean it is difficult -it isn't. Doing it well could be a rep maker, IMHO. Doing it poorly would be the opposite. I recommend practice not for the difficulty, but to reap the reward that this performance could bring if done well.

I only gave 4 stars because it is brand new to me and I have not performed it yet. I've already thought of 4 or 5 routines of my own using this. (? with an invisible deck, maybe?). I like it. I may come back and add to this review some time in the future.

Happy customer here.

Kajetan

Good idea, but I feel like we should've been given one more thing, like it's not a full product. You get the glass (which is plastic for durability), the bag (same thing) and... Nothing else. There still some time you have to spend onstage with the glass but before it appears. How? There are some ideas inside the video but not many. A third thing in the package would be great. Overall pretty angle sensitive but that's obvious.

Rick

Excellent Props, ingenious idea. Definitely recommended. It would have been a 5 Star review except for the fact that the gimmic on the bag was just over a 1/4 inch out of alignment which prevents you from folding it for proper alignment. The effect still works but takes a little more effort to perform.

Ron

I bought this because I wanted something different. The ad looked great. After watching the instructions I am a little dissappointed, more in myself then the effect. It is better if you wear a jacket. I should have realized that. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because I thought there could have been a discussion about how to perform this without a jacket. His walk around suggestion could work in a stage setting if you are performing an after dinner show and people are seated at tables.

Many people don't wear jackets to perform. A future short video with some ideas for them might be a great thing to do down the road.

I found the intructions to be short and to the point. That's a good thing.

Yoosik Ethan

This prop is excellent , durable and well made. I’ve used it twice already, once for a virtual show and once live using an invisible deck both times. It is perfect for an invisible deck routine. When I got this, I was hoping to use this for a jumbo size deck or a book but not the right size. You could use it for a jumbo size, I suppose, and even show the inside of it ‘empty’ if you’re creative and add ‘something’ in there. Overall, great prop and will use it more.

Glen

Is it what i thought it would be, no it is not. I thought the process would have been different. The quality of the bag is good, and i may be able to use this more for the bonus download than the glass download. Will see how i work it into the routine.

Markus

Great effect, but be careful with the bag. After some use mine developed an odd crease which has had a negative impact on the functionality of the gimmick.

Matt

Pretty good, I think i would have loved to see a little more thought put into this so it wasn’t taught with only one way to produce it.. to me this cup is a utility device, and the bag is just one idea for presentation, personally i pull it out of a devils hank, and that feels really magical. after i watched the tutorial it sat on my shelf for quite a while since its taught with a “clothing requirement” that i didn’t meet and wouldn’t work for me. Overall i like it, i have modified mine so i can present it with the devils hank like i said instead of the bag, i believe i read somewhere that it “won’t leak” thats somewhat true, but only when its upright, it will leak if its tilted, so i had to modify that for my needs, overall a good utility device, but the presentation taught was not for me