Egg Laying Balloon Caddis

Published on Mar 31. 2026 - 2 hours ago
Updated or edited 2 hours ago

Materials Used;

Hook, Fulling Mill Czech Nymph FM50 65 size 18
Thread, F.Mill Pail Yellow Pro Twisted 70 Denier
Back, F.Mill Ultra Dry Yarn Mahogany
Body, Cream or Light Cahill Dubbing
Rib with Thread
Wing, Deer Hair and F.Mill Ultra Dry Yarn Mahogany
Legs, Brown Flexi Floss
Thorax Cover and Head Yellow Foam

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