Lure making

Make a Lure • Nebraskaland Magazine

Soft plastic lures have been available since the plastic worm was introduced to the market in 1951. Over time, the plastic worm has expanded from its original straight-tail design to include paddle-tail, forked-tail, and ribbon-tail...

How to Carve a Wooden Fishing Lure | Wooden Fishing Lure Templates | Handmade Wooden Fishing Lures

DIY: Homemade Fishing Lure: These lures have caught a wide variety of fish for my family over the years. I learned about them from a coworker several years ago and have used them a lot since then. They are easy to make, inexpensive and they catch a lot of fish! These are great…

When I was a kid I loved to fish but hated using worms or grasshoppers... or any kind of bait really. The first time i saw someone fishing ...

Although most plugs and crankbaits today are made of hard plastic, the first ones were made out of wood. Some manufacturers still make wooden fishing lures. Instead of buying expensive lures, you can save money by carving your own. Pick a...

Learn how to make your own crankbaits, spinners, soft plastics & jigs. Build your own homemade lures and catch more fish with our huge DIY lure making guide.

To learn how to make your own fishing lures, you must develop an understanding of the kinds of lures available. Each type caters to different kinds of fish and various depths. Here are the major types of lures that are essential in every angler’s kit.

It is possible to make fishing jigs without expensive moulds - read about one method for doing so here with lots of pictures.

DIY Wood Topwater Popper Fishing Lure: Making wooden fishing lures is fun, easy, and instills a sense of pride when catching fish. No fancy tools or equipment is needed to produce an attractive and functional fishing lure. These topwater popper style fishing lures really make a splash o…

Use poppers for fishing when it's hot, and the fish don't chase fast bait. The best times to use a popper are shady around structures, during low light conditions, and in the early morning or late evening. Also, a little wind creating ripples in the water can be good, and it works well all night. Active bass is most attracted to top-water lures when the water temperature is between 60 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

For my first Lure Making project I made some wooden jerkbaits for pike fishing. This post shows how I made the lures - lots of lure making pictures!

5 Easy to follow steps to starting your own fishing business. Tips to make and sell your own lures from my experiences!