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Bob G Inner circle 2831 Posts 
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Do any of you have suggestions for how big a close-up mat should be? I know it depends on the circumstances. Right now I'm performing for family and friends at my place at the table. I want to have enough room to do ribbon spreads without being cramped; on the other hand, smaller pads are less expensive.
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Mr Salk Special user Tied to 568 Posts
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Unless I'm doing ribbon-spreads (I have several reveals that use them) then I'm fine with standard mouse-pads. Cheap and easy.
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Last Laugh Inner circle Grass Valley, California 3498 Posts
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I have a largish (15 x 22) one for my practice area, though it gets cluttered with other stuff I'm playing with. That's the only one where I can do a full deck, straight, ribbon with room to spare.
For stand up, I have a small table and a mat that covers it perfectly, it's 14 x 17. Ribbon spreads are cramped. If I'm doing strolling, I have a smaller one that fits in my bag, it's 10 x 15. Ribbons need to be arced and are still a cramped Sooo, get a big one! Invest in your future. They're cheaper on Amazon, btw. $20 bucks for jumbo... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XKNQ0KS/ref......0X7HM7VS
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Rachmaninov Inner circle 1076 Posts
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Thanks for the Amazon deal !
I have several sizes, but most of the time and for shows, I use the Pattrick’s biggest mat, the monster 24x35 one. Don’t take the plush, they are too fragile. Take the regular one. |
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Bob G Inner circle 2831 Posts
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That's for all the great advice, folks. Last Laugh, have you worked with the Magic Makers pad that you gave the link to? If so, has it lasted well?
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Last Laugh Inner circle Grass Valley, California 3498 Posts
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Yeah I use it all the time. It's sitting on my desk, I even set books and the occasional beverage on it. It's very durable. I have a black one, but I like the green actually. I think I might order one!
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Bob G Inner circle 2831 Posts
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Uh Oh, I'm encouraging you to spend money! Seriously, though, thanks for the info. I like the green better too.
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Featherly New user 9 Posts
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On Jul 10, 2019, Bob G wrote: Bob, I have one that’s roughly 15.5 x 10.5. It serves a need but I am currently in the market for a larger one. I say if you’re getting one get a bigger one than what I have. You’ll have the space for when you need it . |
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Bob G Inner circle 2831 Posts
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Thanks, Featherly. It sounds like people mostly prefer larger ones. If money were no object I'd definitely go for a bigger one, probably the classic style Monster pad that Rach recommended. The Magic Makers mat that Last Laugh likes sounds like a good risk since he likes it and it's inexpensive.
Last Laugh, if you don't mind another question, have you tried Matrix on the MM pad? Does it give enough so you can pop up the coins' edges? |
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Last Laugh Inner circle Grass Valley, California 3498 Posts
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On Jul 10, 2019, Bob G wrote: No worries! I've found some really deep discounts on magic stuff from time to time on Amazon. Side note, if you need a laugh, watch some of the demo videos from Magic Makers... https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/DFCDF......95930011
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Featherly New user 9 Posts
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On Jul 10, 2019, Last Laugh wrote: I can say I would have never seen that trailer if you hadn’t linked it. You have my thanks! That was definitely entertaining. |
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Last Laugh Inner circle Grass Valley, California 3498 Posts
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Oh man, watch them all!
The wallet one is great, the 'secret box' one is hilarious, and the card flag one is, well, just an actress. But still hilariously bad.
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Bob G Inner circle 2831 Posts
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1. Has anyone done Matrix on either the Magic Makers pads or Pattrick's? Did they have enough "give"?
2. Rachmaninov, I'm curious to hear your experience with the plush mat from Pattrick. You said it was fragile. Can you give a little more detail? Thanks, Bob |
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Rachmaninov Inner circle 1076 Posts
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My monster mat from Pattrick got damaged very quickly in the spot you shuffle cards after just a few dozens hours of use. I was a little disappointed by this expensive product. Pattrick gave me good advices in order to try to restore it. It was better but still not good. I really advise you to buy the regular fabric, way more durable. Except for the plush surface, everything else is perfect.
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Bob G Inner circle 2831 Posts
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Thanks, Rach.
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Josepher New user Hamilton, Ontario, Canada 90 Posts
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I prefer a middle size (12" X 24") mat. I have one that folds in thirds made by Pattrick's Mats. Excellent!.
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BarryFernelius Inner circle Still learning, even though I've made 2537 Posts
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I use Pattrick's mats. I use a 21" x 13" mat when I travel. (It fits in my carry-on bag without having to be rolled.) For my table top, I use a 28" x 17" mat which is on a piece of thin plywood. I took to Michael's to have it framed.
Click here to view attached image.
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Bob G Inner circle 2831 Posts
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Thanks for the photo, Barry. Good idea to have it framed. It looks great.
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pattrick Loyal user maumee, ohio 226 Posts
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Bob, put a towel In front of you on a table. Practice your spreads and mark where your needs are. Add a few more inches for framed look and then you know what you need. Looks like you have been looking over the many mats out these. If you can’t find want you want , I can custom cut one for you at www.pattricksmagic.com Happy Hunting!! Pattrick
check out www.pattricksmagic.com for the best in close up pads and tables.
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pattrick Loyal user maumee, ohio 226 Posts
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Rachmaninov, I am always concerned about our mats, and when people have issues with them. Any item with repeated use in the same area will wear out with extended use.However with that being said Please e mail or call me and perhaps rectify your mat issue with an agreeable ending. I am sure I can fix your issue. My contact is
pattrick@pattricksmagic.com. 419-297-3037 Thank you. Pattrick
check out www.pattricksmagic.com for the best in close up pads and tables.
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