How to Do the Jumping Paper Clip Magic Trick

Do the jumping paper clip magic trick. The paper clips in this trick are at the center of attention. However, the dollar bill is the main prop. You'll need to get the perfect fold with the paper clips in just the right spot. Amaze the children with this magic trick. Read on to learn how to do the jumping paper clip magic trick.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Dollar bill
• Two paper clips

1. Fold the dollar bill with your fingers between folds. Look down at the top edge of the bill, it should resemble the letter "S."

2. Attach the first paper clip to the back and middle sections of the "S" of the folded bill. Attach the second paper clip to the middle and front "S" of the fold. One paper clip should be seen from each side of the folded bill.

3. Grasp each end of the bill with each of your hands. Slowly pull each end apart, unfolding the bill and slowly moving the paper clips closer together.

4. Pull until the paper clips come together in the middle of the bill. The bill should be completely unfolded at this time, and the paper clips attach to each other and "magically" jump from the bill.

5. Practice this before trying it in front of an audience. Putting the paper clips on the right folds is important if you want them to connect and magically jump.

Tips & Warnings

• For a different variation, attach a rubberband to one of the paper clips before putting it on the bill, and wrap the rubberband loosely around the bill. The paper clips still come together and hook to the bill.
• You'll need your audience to be closer to properly see this trick. This trick can be done with a long piece of paper about two inches wide as well.

Resources

• Video of the Paper Clip Trick on the Shoutfile Website