Your hand is a bit awkward and the method isn't difficult to see. I think as a trick for a video, it's ok, but I doubt it can be used in live performances. A creative attemt, still.
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Hey misale, I could help you come up with multiple changes for the tic-tacs. I have some ideas that might work. Maybe use a "spongeball" approach, but changed a little. Anyways PM me if you'd like to brainstorm.