I've used the "water " method before, but never tried the conditioner. Used a plastic pickle jar cuz I'm just clumsy. Always worked very well with various dubbing materials (Hare's Mask, wool, etc.)I'll try the conditioner now, though.

Very nice body! (I think I got slapped the last time I said that. ) Now I have to order some Seal dubbing,

Really well done SBS, Ray. And nice job showing the "block".
And John - nice to see I'm not the only one using Fiskars scissors and that type of hackle pliers. Although I don't keep that many tools in my hand at once. (I'd probably just hurt myself)

Nicely done. I always have trouble making the thorax look right using the split thread. Think I'll try the old dubbing loop now. Thanks for posting.

Thanks for posting that SBS, Ray. I think I remember seeing the POP fly on FTF, and made a few copies for the local Brookies. Worked very well, if I remember correctly. Think I'll make a few more now.

zen leecher "that one end of the tool is also one used by sewers to cut the thread. Mine came from a fabric store. It does not have the velcro dubbing brush on the end. It does have the equivalent of a bodkin needle on it though." The thing from Joanne's Fabrics is a "Seam Ripper"...

Has anyone tied with the Japanese or Italian silks? How do they compare with Pearsall's? Number of strands? Are they usable for split thread patterns? Looking for a substitute.

LOVELY!

Looks great. Have never tried woven bodies. Will have to see if I'm coordinated enough.

Carl, I think that thing by the eye of the hook is a B E A D. I've read about them..
(Kidding, I just ordered some; gold and orange ones.)