Tie tinsel in at an angle past midway, then wrap back and forth keeping it tight to build a flat, secure base
Tie tinsel in at an angle past midway, then wrap back and forth keeping it tight to build a flat, secure base
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Steelhead
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: Tie tinsel in at an angle past midway, then wrap back and forth keeping it tight to build a flat, secure base
How to do it: Tie tinsel in at an angle past midway, wrapping back and forth tightly for a flat, secure base
Mistake it fixes: Tying tinsel loosely without a flat base
Why it works: A tight, flat tinsel base gives a smooth foundation for body materials and prevents slipping.
When it matters most: Fly tying, tinsel