Parcel Stonefly


Fly: Dave Wiltshire, Photograph: Hans Weilenmann

Hook: 2XL
Thread: 8/0 Black
Weight: Adhesive flat lead
Tail: Goose biots (maroon)
Shellback: Red parcel ribbon
Rib: Copper wire
Abdomen: Fine, grey / brown dubbing
Thorax: Coarse, green seal
Markings: Permanent marker

Note: Here I have tied the parcel ribbon in and secured it using the copper wire. I rib the fly at the end and simply secure it with an half hitch, behind the thorax. The red ribbon is then given a few brushes with a black permanent marker to calm the colour and produce a mottled effect.

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