One of the main items I have found prior to beginning any project that does not involve a set pattern is that the tie must be planned out. With the increased cost of materials and also the difficulty in obtaining them - planning is the key to prevent unnecessary waste. With this in mind - most times the project begins with a pencil drawing of which changes can be made without sacrificing materials. From there the tying begins. Below are the steps I took to create the fly above of which I titled "Marilyn"
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This historic image of Marilyn Monroe was my inspiration for this project.
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Following a powder coat of white on the hook, The tag end of silver tinsel was tied on along with the silk floss.
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Four married segments of white goose shoulder were then tied on in front of the tail. Each segment consisted of 6 barbs each.
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The process continued as the tie progressed to the front of the hook. silver tinsel, wire, golden pheasant tippet, and more white goose segments were added.
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With each segment on the body, dyed peacock herl was used as the butt. When the eye of the hook was reached, careful trimming with a razor was necessary to achieve a neatly shaped head.
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The finished product.