Looks like I'm gonna start tying.

[somersetian]

I broke my leg 2 and a 1/2 weeks ago, I have been bored, bored and more bored. My wonderful mother who still wants to take care of me just came to my apartment with a deluxe fly tying kit. It comes with vise,bobbin,hackle plier,scissors,head cement,mallard flank,bucktail, and what seems like a world of tying materials. For the first time in weeks I am excited about something. So I will be looking forward to asking all sorts of questions on here.

 

[RCFetter]

The video series I posted in this thread can be a good start:

New to tying - materials selection for PA trout

Good luck with tying and your leg.

 

[djs12354]

Welcome to another aspect of the sport. One which is as rewarding and frustrating as the fishing side!

Take your time, ask a lot of questions and don't be afraid to try.

Wait till you catch your first on your own tie!

 

[lv2nymph]

Major bummer about the leg. Ya know there are better ways to take up tying! That was cool of your mom, she sounds like a keeper.

 

[Stagger_Lee]

somerstein ... take a look at our newbie swaps

 

[GenCon]

Sorry to hear about your leg. Speedy recovery. I guess something good comes from everything. So cudos to your Mom for getting you a tying kit. I have been tying for 42 yrs. It is a great hobby and great for your brain. Helps me de-stress after a crazy day of work.

GenCon

 

[fishbaithohaha]

How goes the tying?

First tie? Second? What was easy? Difficult? Pictures? Where do you need help?