It's never a bad time for a good laugh, even if it is at someone else's expense. Poking gentle fun at our friends and family helps us all appreciate our weak spots. If you're looking to pull an effective prank on someone you know and love -- or even loathe -- pay particular attention to that person's Sun Sign. It's a great way to ensure that your trick will hit the mark, whether your target is a trusting Taurus or a suspicious Scorpio.
Aries (March 21 - April 19)
Anybody who has ever hung out with a Ram knows these folks expect to be first in all things. If you'd like to have a little fun with your favorite Aries, make reservations at a fancy restaurant, then tip the maitre d' to seat a bunch of latecomers before you. Don't let this trick play out too long, though. This sign is famous for its red-hot temper!
Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
There's no doubt about it: Bulls love their creature comforts. The best way to get under this sign's skin is to deprive them of their vices. Claim that the grocery store stopped carrying their favorite cookies. Pretend that the dry cleaner lost their cashmere sweater. Say that you used their expensive body lotion on the dog's chapped paws.
Gemini (May 21 - June 20)
Geminis love to gather information. If you'd like to pull this sign's leg, call when you know they'll be out. Leave a message that you've got some really, really important news. Then sit back and let your voice mail pick up all of your calls. When your pal finally does get hold of you and demands to know the big scoop, say you forgot, that it was probably nothing important.
Cancer (June 21 - July 22)
The Crab is known to be a bit of a hoarder -- this sign is always saving pennies for a rainy day. All it takes to have a little fun with a Cancer, then, is a quarter and a tube of superglue. Simply affix the coin within sight of Cancer's favorite chair and watch the fun unfold. For more kicks, you can take bets on how long it will take the Crab to liberate the quarter. Keep in mind, this is one of the most persistent signs in the zodiac!
Leo (July 23 - August 22)
Lions take great pride in their appearance. The next time this sign sweeps into the room in a stunning outfit, have a clothing tag ready that reads "Reduced Price - Factory Reject," and then arrange to distract Leo while you strategically pin or tape the sign to their jacket or shirt. To add insult to injury, make a point of praising someone else’s outfit after the tag's been discovered.
Aries (March 21 - April 19)
Anybody who has ever hung out with a Ram knows these folks expect to be first in all things. If you'd like to have a little fun with your favorite Aries, make reservations at a fancy restaurant, then tip the maitre d' to seat a bunch of latecomers before you. Don't let this trick play out too long, though. This sign is famous for its red-hot temper!
Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
There's no doubt about it: Bulls love their creature comforts. The best way to get under this sign's skin is to deprive them of their vices. Claim that the grocery store stopped carrying their favorite cookies. Pretend that the dry cleaner lost their cashmere sweater. Say that you used their expensive body lotion on the dog's chapped paws.
Gemini (May 21 - June 20)
Geminis love to gather information. If you'd like to pull this sign's leg, call when you know they'll be out. Leave a message that you've got some really, really important news. Then sit back and let your voice mail pick up all of your calls. When your pal finally does get hold of you and demands to know the big scoop, say you forgot, that it was probably nothing important.
Cancer (June 21 - July 22)
The Crab is known to be a bit of a hoarder -- this sign is always saving pennies for a rainy day. All it takes to have a little fun with a Cancer, then, is a quarter and a tube of superglue. Simply affix the coin within sight of Cancer's favorite chair and watch the fun unfold. For more kicks, you can take bets on how long it will take the Crab to liberate the quarter. Keep in mind, this is one of the most persistent signs in the zodiac!
Leo (July 23 - August 22)
Lions take great pride in their appearance. The next time this sign sweeps into the room in a stunning outfit, have a clothing tag ready that reads "Reduced Price - Factory Reject," and then arrange to distract Leo while you strategically pin or tape the sign to their jacket or shirt. To add insult to injury, make a point of praising someone else’s outfit after the tag's been discovered.
Virgo (August 23 - September 22)
This nit-picking sign takes curious pleasure in tucking in the label of your shirt, brushing the fluff off your collar, or pointing out that your shoelace is untied. If you'd like to get back at the Virgin, simply put a spool of thread into the breast pocket of your coat, and then attach a sewing needle to the end of the thread. Run the thread down your sleeve and poke it through the fabric of your sleeve, right above the cuff. Leave about two inches of thread hanging loose, then snip off the needle. Once the Virgin spots the errant thread, they won't be able to resist the urge to pull it … and pull it … and pull it. You get the idea.
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This nit-picking sign takes curious pleasure in tucking in the label of your shirt, brushing the fluff off your collar, or pointing out that your shoelace is untied. If you'd like to get back at the Virgin, simply put a spool of thread into the breast pocket of your coat, and then attach a sewing needle to the end of the thread. Run the thread down your sleeve and poke it through the fabric of your sleeve, right above the cuff. Leave about two inches of thread hanging loose, then snip off the needle. Once the Virgin spots the errant thread, they won't be able to resist the urge to pull it … and pull it … and pull it. You get the idea.
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