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Old 21-09-2007, 07:07 PM
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Default The MAGIC HEAD FLOATING MINNOW PATTERN PART 2

STEP 8

NOW THE FUN PART!! STUFFING THE CHICKEN!!! Turn the tubing on its side (away from you) and then insert the marabou into the tubing from the front until the desired shape is achieved - remember less is more

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ORGANISED CHAOS

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STEP 9

Once the desired shape has been achieved then whip finish the head and trim off the excess tubing.

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STEP 10(OPTIONAL)

This next stage is completely optional and if you arnt looking to use this pattern on a slime or fast sink then you need not add one. Choose the correct MP Magic Head for the size of hook you have chosen and slip it over the eye of the hook and then tie in and whip finish.

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STEP 11

Nearly finished - This is the fun part --> choose whatever makers you wish to use and carefully colour in the pattern, then add the holographic eyes or you can use paint instead.

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THE FINISHED ARTICLE - TIGHT LINES

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NOW CRACK OPEN A BEER AND RELAX
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Old 26-09-2007, 05:35 PM
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Excellent step by step, LL, much appreciated.

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