How to Perform the Severed Finger in a Box Trick

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Start with a small cardboard jewelry or gift box.

   The box needs a removable lid and a cotton insert.
   
   It should be big enough to conceal your finger.
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   Step 2: Remove the lid and cotton insert.

   , The position of the hole should be off-centered so that your finger can lay down without touching the sides of the box. , Copy the size and position of the box hole.
   
   Align the holes. , Make it appear that there is a little bit of blood around the hole in the cotton insert. ,,,,
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   Step 3: Cut a hole in the bottom of the box.The hole should be large enough to comfortably fit your finger in.

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   Step 4: Cut a hole in the cotton insert and return it to the bottom of the box.

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   Step 5: Add some red marker or paint to the cotton insert.

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   Step 6: Insert your finger

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   Step 7: up to the second joint

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   Step 8: into the hole in the bottom of the box and through the cotton.

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   Step 9: Replace the lid to hide your finger.

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    Step 10: Position your hand so that it appears you are holding the small box flatly in your hand.

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    Step 11: Ask a friend to observe you

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    Step 12: then remove the lid revealing what looks like the stump of a bloody severed finger.

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