How to make Trout Beads by STS Pro Staffer and Pro Guide Guy Ives Photo's Support by Erica Ive's

Trout Beads Whatever size & color you choose. Fly Tying Vice Lighter or hobby torch One toothpick that goes through a bead. Hooks. I use TMC 105 #8 Put hook in vise Slide toothpick through bead. (All the way through) Heat hook A little, with lighter or hobby torch. Holding both ends of the toothpick (with bead in the middle), press onto hook. Hold the bead on the hook a few seconds and slide the toothpick out. Let cool. You're done   Home