If you go on eBay and look around for Doug items, it’s generally a lot of the same stuff. Things like old programs, the usual publicity photos, and ticket stubs are plentiful. But, every now and then something elegant peeks through. These independently produced card decks are no exception, as they are an elegant reproduction…
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Vintage “I Saw It, and I Still Can’t Believe It Shirt” Doug Shirt on Etsy
For all those interested in the coolest fashions, look no further than this 1970s Doug vintage. Currently available on Etsy, this beauty can be yours for the taking at $46.00 But, what a find it is. In fact, I’ve never seen this design before. You could even say “I can’t believe it!” For more information,…
Doug Henning Suncatcher- Revisited
Today’s post is a revisiting of one from a few years ago. The Doug Henning Sun catcher was an item available through Doug’s official fan club, and my original post was brief and only one photo as I recall. Recently, I was sent some photos that reveal the item in greater detail, as well as…
Doug Henning Magic You Can Do Kit: Detailed Photos
Today’s post is a continuation of ones that I’ve done over the past several years. Other than the Wonder Whims, one of Doug’ s only forays into the toy world was his 1980s partnership with Tenyo on the “Doug Henning Magic You Can Do” kit. It’s become an extremely rare magic kit, and only a…
Jim Steinmeyer Website: Doug Henning Items for Sale
For those readers who are looking for more Doug Henning merchandise in their lives, look no further! Master illusion designer, author, and Doug protege Jim Steinmeyer’s website is selling select items from Doug’s touring days. They’re all really nice pieces from the 1980s, and while some of you may have seen them before, others may…
New Doug Etsy “It’s Magic” T-Shirt!
For all those looking to be the coolest kids on the block, look no further than this new shirt featured on Etsy. If you look at the fine print, the shirt is uniquely characterized as a “Magician Mystical Fantasy David Copperfield Hipster Weird Magician Canadian Gift.” I don’t think there’s any argument that with a…
Doug Henning Face Mask
You can chalk the above item to one of the most timely bits of Doug merchandise out there today. Yes for $15 you can be a proud owner of a Doug Henning “Magic Show” face mask. The poster art itself is from the 1981 filmed version of the musical, and it certainly makes for a…
The Doug Henning Magic Fan Club: Follow Up
When I put out a request for any items that people may have from Doug’s fan club I didn’t expect to get a response so soon. Jim Klodzen was kind enough to forward onto me his original membership kit, in perfect condition, and all the items that came along with it. The club itself looked…
The Doug Henning Magic Fan Club
Once upon a time, there was a “Doug Henning Magic Fan Club.” Yes, you heard me. For the magical sum of $10 you would have paid your annual dues for the year, and received a full color poster, four issues of the club newsletter, a certificate autographed by the man himself, and a membership card. Of…
“It’s an Illusion” T-Shirt!
Let’s face it…there’s not a lot of new Doug merchandise out there these days. So, when something new pops up it’s definitely worth a mention. Not least of which an “It’s an Illusion” t-shirt! Designed by Blair Gauntt and available via the website Redbubble, this t-shirt highlights Doug at his absolute and wonder filled best….
New Doug Henning T-Shirt
While perusing that vast oasis called the “internet,” I came across this new and stunning t-shirt for sale. Sometimes words aren’t necessary, and this is not an exception! Enjoy! For more information please visit: HERE
Potter & Potter Auction: Glass Wall Hanging
And I’m back… I sincerely apologize for the long delay in between posts. Due to a freelance design job, my spare time became few and far between resulting in an unplanned break from the site. Well folks, it’s a new day, and let’s get back to it shall we? The above item is a current…
eBay Week: Wonder Whim Sunday!
What better way to close out “eBay Week” than with that toy of toys a “Wonder Whim?” While, Doug’s failed experiment with this 1980s toy line stands as a bit of an anomaly in his career…what an anomaly it is. A cross between a Cabbage Patch Kid and Rainbow Brite, this lonely and down and…
eBay Week: “Spheres of Merlin” Framed Poster
This beauty hails from 1976, and features one of Doug’s most famous quotes: “The art of a magician is to create wonder. If we live with a sense of wonder, our lives become filled with joy” Painted by fantasy artist Gilbert Williams, I assume this was part of Doug’s touring merchandise. The only place I have…
Tenyo Magic You Can Do Advertisement
This is an advertisement for the Tenyo brand of Doug Henning “Magic You Can Do” illusions for aspiring magicians. The brand has since kind of become the Holy Grail of Doug Henning merchandise culminating with the full boxed set that goes for top dollar whenever it appears on Ebay. Collect them all! Special Thanks to…
And Another Potter & Potter Auction Item!
This one’s for for all those Henning collectors out there, and yes I know who you are! Take a look at this neat window card that will be featured in the Potter & Potter Winter auction being held on Saturday, December 15th. While we’ve all seen the picture before, what makes this one unique is…
Doug Henning Magic Kit Ebay Item
Hey All! Lisa England was kind enough to let me know about her recent Doug item that’s currently on Ebay. As you can see, it’s the one of the rare Holy Grails of Doug merchandise, Tenyo’s “Magic You Can Do Kit.” While I’ll be sitting this one out, I hope one of our lucky readers…
Tour and Show T-Shirts: Part One
Enjoy this plethora of vintage Henning T-shirt swag courtesy of Michael Whitecar. As you can see, each one truly represents a unique era and phase of Doug’s career. Collect that All!
A Doug Henning Prayer Candle???
You can toss this bit of recent merchandising into the “Never Before Seen” bin. Hailing from the “Astounding Magic Co.” of Washington DC,” this tongue and cheek prayer candle is part of a series that pays tribute to some of the greats of magic. Along with Houdini and Eusapia Palladino (a medium not a magician),…
THE DOUG HENNING PROJECT 