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Stepladders & Demon Traps by Nicolaj ChristensenStepladders & Demon Traps makes you a thoughtful, confident creator of your own magic. "This is the best thing I've read this year." Mark Elsdon Why do magicians ask people to say "stop" instead of "freeze" or "hold it"? Why do they pretend to fail a trick? Why does a routine include a magic effect at all? Stepladders & Demon Traps advocates purpose in the creation of a magic routine. Countless choices are always made but not always consciously, so
Stepladders & Demon Traps makes you a thoughtful, confident creator of your own magic."This is the best thing I've read this year."
- Mark Elsdon
Why do magicians ask people to say "stop" instead of "freeze" or "hold it"? Why do they pretend to fail a trick? Why does a routine include a magic effect at all?
Stepladders & Demon Traps advocates purpose in the creation of a magic routine. Countless choices are always made but not always consciously, so Nicolaj Christensen reminds us to identify a creative vision and actively explore and cherry-pick the most fitting ideas. In a nutshell, form follows function.
Teaching seven routines (close-up and stand-up, with and without playing cards), Nicolaj provides a case study of various choices he has made to fit the elements of each routine to its vision, trying to support what's at the center of each premise and clean out the clutter.
Five essays speak more generally about a deliberate creative process:
- A summary of the routines as part of a larger vision.
- A reminder that changes cannot be made in isolation.
- A deconstruction of brainstorming as an analytical tool.
- A helpful distinction between theme and premise.
- A discussion of the kinds of subject matter that come with the territory of a magician. Nicolaj suggests that if a magic trick doesn't take into account the layers of meaning inherent to magic-as-magic, the work might be fundamentally out of touch with itself.
218 pages, 57 hand-drawn illustrations
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Color: Wooden Black
Two (Med and Large) will safely hold a larger electric power strip. The Small is on my desk holding odd items and bits that should be stored upright. They're so simple to use too! I love the colored Velcro strips that come with them and the plastic cable guides. I honestly didn't know they were included so that was a BONUS! It definitely helped sort my cables and power cords for my work station as well as my crafting station. Keeping them safely out of the way means my robot vacuum can run without any complications. The wood tops actually blend with the floors making them less visible. If I needed more I would certainly get more! I may buy more for gifting.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2024
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These are such a great find! My office, bedroom and living room look so much cleaner now! The sizes were just right to meet our needs. The colors matched our decor and the cords no longer stick out like a sore thumb. It was easy to get the power strip and the cords organized inside the boxes and using these is just the perfect solution to a messy problem. Highly recommended!
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Hides the cords well
Color: Wooden Black
Very subtle and hides the cords and surge protector well. They look appealing and blend in with other items well allowing them to not stand out. I wish the lid snapped on, though. Depending on the cords, it sometimes sticks up. But is an easy fix.
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Great cord management
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Really keeps my office desk clean and organized. Works perfectly ti hide all the extras courds.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2025
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Cable Management Box - Stylish and Functional!
The woodtone cable management box has not only decluttered my workspace but also added a touch of style. The quality of the wood finish is impressive, seamlessly blending with my decor.
The box easily conceals and organizes cables, reducing the visual chaos. However, the lid could fit a bit more snugly to enhance the overall aesthetic. Regardless, it's a practical and visually appealing solution for keeping cables tidy. A must-have for those looking to maintain a clean and organized workspace with a touch of sophistication.
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