Magic Tricks

The explanation for this trick (there are two effects in it) is good except for one thing: the more difficult part of the effect, the second part, is poorly explained IMHO.
And the camera could have been held closer to the hands. That might have solved it. It would be nice to have an impromptu method for the second effect, rather than the traditional magnetic gimmicks usually employed. I don't think this method is the answer. BUT I have not given up yet; the effect/premise is worth learning because it can be integrated into so many "two" card sequences. One more thing: I am not sure the second effect will work on someone who has perfect eyesight! I hope I am wrong.