first shot

[delboy800]

had my first shot at tying flies today, used my mates kit and some left over stuff he had. he showed me what to do but these were my attempts. cant wait to get some practice in when i get my stuff through. whip finish is done by hand so is rather ropey, what do use think. pic quality aint the best sorry

[wobbly face]

Better than my first attempts, at least someone showed you the ropes.
I used rope as tying silk.

They're not bad.

[GuyFromLaw]

Welcome to the world of spending all your money on fly tying gear.

You have certainly got the idea, with a little help from your mate.

Well done and enjoy.

[flytyingguy]

Originally Posted by wobbly face

Better than my first attempts, at least someone showed you the ropes.
I used rope as tying silk.

They're not bad.

Haha, not as bad as me i hough marabou stems were wings and that to secure thread you wind wire round and put it on top Great first tries, the heed on the DB'S are a bit big but tha can be sorted

[shortea]

Superb for first tie.Looks like you are using a thick thread which is bulking up the head and body,but you should be proud of them-will definately catch fish


all the best Nick

[andypandy]

Good first attempts IMO. Just keep practicing and things will get even better.

Andy