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Peeking Caddis

Hook: TMC 3761 #10-18
Thread: Black 6/0
Abdomen: Hares mask dubbing
Thorax: Orange/Cream/Insect Green/Yellow Hairline dubbing
Head: Black ostrich herl or black rabbit dubbing

Tying Instructions

1. Wrap tying thread to rear of hook and dub with hares mask dubbing. Leave the guard hairs in place, you want a slightly spikey body. 

2. Wrap the dubbing 2/3 the hook shank and tie off.

3. Dub a small thorax with color of choice. This represents the larva coming out of its case

4. Tie in a small black ostrich herl and wrap 2-3 turns in front of thorax forming head. You can also use black rabbit dubbing to form the head.

5. Whip finish and cement.