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12-12-2013, 02:22 PM
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fly tying unexpected issues
I recently (2 weeks) got into tying flys and it had become more then an addiction. my question is what the heck do you guys do with all your material. when my basement is done I think ill buy the cabelas tying desk and the chest top for it, but still I wont have any where near the storage. I have 2 24x24" "parts" containers with the little dividers and they are exploding. I don't mind spending a bit of money for something better...I thing with my almost daily trips to wholesale I have close to 500.00 in already...
I appreciate any ideas, and your time
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12-12-2013, 02:38 PM
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I used to use large zip lock bags, dubbing in one necks in another etc. and I had some 10X14 plastic tray's with the little compartments for thread ect. Kept it all in a large box that I hauled up and down the stairs. now I have a pigeon hole wall unit that I built little cardboard trays for, so each group gets it own little tray.
Once you have more material than the WSS shop, you'll figure out a storage system all own. LOL
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12-12-2013, 02:41 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Back in Lethbridge
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Originally Posted by bhguy
I recently (2 weeks) got into tying flys and it had become more then an addiction. my question is what the heck do you guys do with all your material. when my basement is done I think ill buy the cabelas tying desk and the chest top for it, but still I wont have any where near the storage. I have 2 24x24" "parts" containers with the little dividers and they are exploding. I don't mind spending a bit of money for something better...I thing with my almost daily trips to wholesale I have close to 500.00 in already...
I appreciate any ideas, and your time
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All sorts of stackable bins and such out there. For a cheapo solution you can buy a couple boxes of heavy medium or large ziploc bags and staple the bottoms all together. Kind of like a Rolodex of tying materials.
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12-12-2013, 02:44 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2013
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Originally Posted by Pudelpointer
All sorts of stackable bins and such out there. For a cheapo solution you can buy a couple boxes of heavy medium or large ziploc bags and staple the bottoms all together. Kind of like a Rolodex of tying materials.
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that is kind of a neat idea  
I have taken over half or sectional, and the chez lounger thinger , and coffee table, good thing I have a new ice fishing tent I may have to move out too it
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12-12-2013, 03:55 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2009
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Once you get into the hobby enough, your mind will start noticing items that are being advertised that can be used for inexpensive storage facilities. Good Luck.
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12-12-2013, 04:48 PM
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Join Date: May 2012
Location: Calgary
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Dollar store has all kinds of little containers and such
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12-18-2013, 12:42 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Calgary, Ab
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Michaels has great storage bins/shelves for fly tying I find.
Until you get your desired desk/setup try there.
You can find 20-50% off coupons in the flyers that come in the paper periodically, or sign up for their email coupons online.
They also sell foam for pennies compared to fly shops... you get 100% more foam for 1/4 the price of a small piece.
Also - small tackle boxes - those clear plastic ones - are what I use for my hooks. They can hold a lot and keep them organised easily. Some guys just use plastic bags though!
Good luck, enjoy this addiction!
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12-18-2013, 02:25 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2010
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I bought a couple of 6 drawer versions of these drawers, not sure if they are still avail as the 6 drawer. But, they were the right height, the tying table can sit on top. between two of them, and gives you a lot of storage.
http://www.graciousliving.com/produc...ions/93070.png
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12-18-2013, 03:24 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Calgary, Ab
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Originally Posted by 32-40win
I bought a couple of 6 drawer versions of these drawers, not sure if they are still avail as the 6 drawer. But, they were the right height, the tying table can sit on top. between two of them, and gives you a lot of storage.
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just like those...
they are great!
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12-18-2013, 08:04 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: North of Cochrane
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Lets see the flys
I use those stacking drawers from Wally world and those little round cups that screw together for the hooks. The guys are right you can use anything for flys. In Alberta I have found that Elk hair is perfect for caddis and hoppers. You'll love this.
Ask how the boys keep the area clean after they clip the head on a muddler? I'd tell you if I knew.
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12-23-2013, 04:54 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2013
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Clip a muddler head
I use a large brown paper bag with the top rolled down about 2 to 3 inches to make the top stay open. Hold the bag gently between my legs and trim into that. Or use a small waste basket and again hold it between your knees and chop away. I use both Depends on weather I'm tying at my flytying desk upstairs or my fly tying table downstairs. It really is difficult to not get some on the floor.
BJay
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