Richard Prager

Those are the ones I bought and use. The guy just buys in bulk and breaks it down to smaller quanities. They are excellent

The letter I received says effective today, August 2, 2010

All of the 5 gallon plastic is $133

Roboworm tells you what colors they're made of http://www.roboworm.com/stframe.htm When I made that color I was using LC's Brown (10 drops per cup)and Bear's grape (60 drops per cup)with blue highlight powder. I don't remember if I used a third color(purple) or not.

That should work just fine. You would tie or band where it is glued together and just trim to your liking. Try these guys as well for tabs http://www.fishingskrts.com

I would imagine with a little practice, I would be able to get some decent blends or fades (not sure of the term) using that "dry brush" method. I'm going to place a small order for some bodies and see how i like it. Between the stencil brush and bojon's method, the wheels are starting to turn. Gadawgs mentioned a straw and that got me thinking about how we used to do the backgrounds for science fair display boards. We got some interesting results spreading the paint by blowing through straws. The input I'm getting here really is invaluable and is much appreciated. Thanks to all!

I've heard there is also a shelf life on the printed bags. You might want to check into that as well if you go that route.

I used to carry probably 4 times that for quite a while until I realized all I ever throw are variations of black w/flake, watermelons and green pumpkins.

Thanks, Lance. I like that river Runt. I wonder if my 3 year old will let me use her sponge brushes? I better get some lure bodies for her as well.

Now, that does sound interesting to me! Thanks for posting that, atrophius! I think I will give this method a go first. I use a brush to "tap" on my powder paint, so I'm comfortable with brushes. It is something out of the norm, which appeals to me and also is something I can do right at my "desk shop" My wife will love the idea of me not using up any more real estate for my hobbies! Is there a specific type of paint that works best with this method? You also mention a clear coat prior to painting. What do you recommend for this as well? Thanks to all for your input!

Thanks for all the info and will take everything into consideration. I do have a big air conditioned garage. The problem is, it's too big (6 cars but empty) and ridiculous to run the air all day in the summer. I am finding it more relaxing to work at my computer/TV desk. This is where I've been making my jigs, except for the powder painting and do find it more relaxing than the garage. The wife thinks I'm more available to the kids as well since I haven't been disappearing in the garage for hours upon hours. I'll figure out something that works for me. We do have a guest room but never any guests........hmmmmmmm!

Thank you. It looks like you just gave me the go ahead with phase 3 of my tacklemaking obsession! Since I've stopped pouring I've been buying unpainted heads and learned to make jigs with the quidance of the guys in the Wire Baits section (thanks Ted!). Since this has gone from a business to a hobby, I have really been enjoying myself and would like to possibly expand on it. Tacklemaking has become fun again. Thanks for your replies, Looks like a have another section of TU to read through!

Thanks for the replies so far. I am concerned about vapors. I had to stop pouring plastic because of them. I'm looking for something a bit out of the ordinary and something I can do at or around my desk. Beautiful work, John!

It isn't listed on his site but frank sent me a sample pack of bronze a while back. http://senkosam.tripod.com/id1.html he is a member here so maybe he'll chime in.

paintbrush or rattle cans are there any other ways to apply paint to hard baits. Maybe a sponge? I'm thinking about dabbling with the hard baits and I'm looking for possible ways to do this indoors. Thanks

Works just fine! I've poured plastic out on my table, and cut small strips out for carolina rigging

I starting using the sinking soft for my sticks and was VERY happy with it. It does sink slowly. The best features about it, is it is a denser plastic making it more durable. It requires about 30% less salt making for a more translucent bait. Salt suspends better and baits don't tear up. Works great for jerk baits too.

I was just wondering if it would be abrasive enough to remove the paint.

2-50 packs sold, 2-50 packs left

Are you mixing anything with the water when using the tumbler? I have a few tumblers and if the steel shot isn't rusty, I might just try that. Great idea and zero work involved! Honey, I want an airbrush for my birthday!

I hope it comes with a list of good Divorce Lawyers!

Give them a call. They ship overseas http://www.fishingwo...http://www.fishingworld.com/M-F-Manufacturing/

I have 4-50 packs of #4.5 Silver Willowleaf Blades. These are unused premium quality blades $15 per 50 pack includes domestic shipping. Paypal only, please

It would make it easier. The band is used to hold the skirt in place. After you do your tying just above the band , just snip it off.

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