fishface Posted July 8, 2008 Report Share Posted July 8, 2008 Hello, I am obviously a newb to tackleunderground. I must admit that I am following in my father's footsteps coming to this website. I am definitely interested in starting to tinker with making my own lures, but I have a lot to learn. A little background on me: I am a nurse originally from Wisconsin. I am now in Oklahoma (a huge difference in fishing availability). I have been fishing ever since I can remember. Always Daddy's little girl out on the banks fishin'. I recently got back into fishing after nursing school. It was the greatest stress relief after a year of torture a girl can get! I look forward to learning from the experienced pros I find here, and hope that I can contribute in the future. Thanks for allowing newbs like me to partake in the conversations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zbass Posted July 8, 2008 Report Share Posted July 8, 2008 Fishface, Welcome to the undergound. There are a lot of great people here and they know their stuff. Don't be afraid to ask questions and also get familiar with the search function. It may save you a lot of time. Look forward to seeing some of your creations. Zbass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted July 8, 2008 Report Share Posted July 8, 2008 Welcome Fishface. This place can be more addicting than any drug you can find at work;lol. What type of baits are you interested in? www.novalures.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishface Posted July 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2008 Don't really have a favorite bait at this point, I'll try just about anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted July 8, 2008 Report Share Posted July 8, 2008 Sorry, I didn't ask the question correctly. What type of baits are you planing on making? www.novalures.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishface Posted July 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2008 Well, since I'm new to it I thought I would do my research before I just go run out and buy materials. Pouring soft baits and making in-line spinners seems interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishface Posted July 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2008 And thanks for the welcome zbass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike-A-Pike Posted July 8, 2008 Report Share Posted July 8, 2008 (edited) Welcome to the Tacklunderground, the tackle junkie center of the known world. I'm sure if you look around, you'll find something that will interest you. A little research goes along way on this site... Look at the Member Submitted Tutorials in the How To forum; use the search function on matters that you'd like a little better explanation of, and, of course, ask specific questions to fill in any voids in the information flow. There is a vast knowledge base on TU to learn from, you just need to learn how to acquire and apply that knowledge. One of the simplest lures to make is a spoon... Start with a regular kitchen spoon, you can find them in thrift shops, yard sales, etc., cut the handle off with a hack saw and file the cut end of the spoon smooth. Drill two holes; one at the tip if the spoon and one at the base (where the handle used to be) and add a split ring to each hole. To the split ring at the base, add either a single hook and plasitic grub or worm; or a treble hook. You can either fish it as is or you can finish it with some paint (either rattle can, powder paint, or brush-on paint) Look at some of the spoons and casting spoon designs on some of the on-line tackle shops for paint schems. I look forward to seeing your lures in the future. Good luck and welcome on board. Tight lines. Edited July 8, 2008 by Spike-A-Pike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philB Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 Welcome to the Tacklunderground, the tackle junkie center of the known world. I'm sure if you look around, you'll find something that will interest you. A little research goes along way on this site... Look at the Member Submitted Tutorials in the How To forum; use the search function on matters that you'd like a little better explanation of, and, of course, ask specific questions to fill in any voids in the information flow. There is a vast knowledge base on TU to learn from, you just need to learn how to acquire and apply that knowledge.One of the simplest lures to make is a spoon... Start with a regular kitchen spoon, you can find them in thrift shops, yard sales, etc., cut the handle off with a hack saw and file the cut end of the spoon smooth. Drill two holes; one at the tip if the spoon and one at the base (where the handle used to be) and add a split ring to each hole. To the split ring at the base, add either a single hook and plasitic grub or worm; or a treble hook. You can either fish it as is or you can finish it with some paint (either rattle can, powder paint, or brush-on paint) Look at some of the spoons and casting spoon designs on some of the on-line tackle shops for paint schems. I look forward to seeing your lures in the future. Good luck and welcome on board. Tight lines. Fishface After trying the spoons you could do the same with a fork and knife. After making them you can go out and catch your lunch . Welcome to the TU philB Ps. I'm only joking you know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ogajiga Posted July 12, 2008 Report Share Posted July 12, 2008 So, who's yer Daddy? Sorry, couldn't resist, OK not to mention. Our gal's on summer break between RN school years, and claims she still hasn't recovered from last. You're lucky - water heals. Check out the "Wire Baits" section where us heavy metal guys hang if you're interested in getting burned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Braided Line Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 "Daddy`s little girl."............ Welcome aboard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishface Posted July 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 Hawnjigs: My best to your daughter. It's a rough road but definitely worth it in the end. I've never had a more rewarding job. As far as who's my daddy...haha...he's a very intelligent man with great experience despite the cheesewedge he wears . Thanks for the welcome guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
