Caddis Larva: The Weirdest Tying Tips

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Larvae and grubs are some of my favorite patterns to create. Fly tying techniques were created by many great tyers over the years. I have greatly admired Oliver Edward's work and his technique for as long as I can remember. He is a paragon in the fly tying world.

I haven't seen how he created his legs or gills but this is how I've imagined it.

Tool and material list below:
One great hook for larva and grubs is the AHREX NS172. https://bit.ly/3RcX2pS

UNI Underbody is excellent for covering a lot of hook and fast. https://www.castersonlineflyshop.com/...

Semperfli 30D Nano Silk. https://www.castersonlineflyshop.com/...

Danville Monofilament Thread is excellent for ribbing flies, as well as other uses. https://bit.ly/3RjQlCj

Kiley's Nymph Skin creates fantastic abdomens. https://bit.ly/3cvjbBe

Ostrich Marabou (sand) makes for some great gill structure. https://www.castersonlineflyshop.com/...

Lady Amherst for creating legs (tan). https://www.castersonlineflyshop.com/...

Copic Markers. https://www.castersonlineflyshop.com/...

One of the best bobbin holders designed, Smhaen Bobbins. https://bit.ly/3PVz3dK