Mini Flutter Jigs to Get Your Daughters and Granddaughters Hooked on Fishing

Making your own tackle is deeply rewarding, but creating lures that inspire the next generation to head out on the water is even better!

These miniature flutter jigs in bright pink and chartreuse paint with tiny hand-painted eyes are designed to bring some personality to your tackle box and get your daughters and granddaughters hooked on fishing.

Whether they're gearing up for a sand bass trip or just love crafting crafts, this step-by-step guide will show y'all how to pour, paint, and assemble a set of custom jigs that kids and adults alike will love to cast.

For the complete, step-by-step breakdown and in-depth design details, check out the full article over on Reckon I'll Outdoors.

Disclaimer: This project is presented for educational and demonstration purposes only. Any modifications, alternative material selections, or use of this guide for your own builds are done entirely at your own risk. Always follow safety precautions when working with power tools or customized equipment.

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Materials

1. Hot Pink/Chartreuse Powder Paint
2. White Powder Paint
3. White Acrylic Paint
4. Pink Acrylic Paint
5. Size 2 Split Rings
6. Size 4 Treble Hooks
7. Size 6 Treble Hooks
8. Lead (for melting)
9. Wire Forms (matching your specific mold)

Tools

1. Do It Flutter Jig Mold
2. Hot Pot 2 Melting Pot
3. Bauer Heat Gun (or similar)
4. Candle
5. Pliers
6. Side Cutters
7. Metal File
8. Dedicated Toaster Oven (do not use for food)
9. Small dowel rod or paintbrush

Light a candle and run the open mold over the top of the flame until the entire inside is black with soot. This carbon layer acts as a release agent, ensuring your tiny jigs pop out easily after pouring.

Working in a well-ventilated area, heat up your fluxed lead in a hot pot until it is molten hot. Balance your mold on top of the melting pot to warm it up, which helps the lead flow smoothly and prevents it from curing too quickly.

Before inserting any wire hardware, pour a few test runs to ensure the mold is fully heated. Once these test pours cool, you can simply toss them back into the hot pot to remelt.

Using a pair of pliers to protect your hands from the hot metal, carefully insert the matching wire forms or eyelets into the mold cavities. Close the mold tightly to prepare for the final pour.

Carefully and steadily pour the molten lead directly from the hot pot into the mold. A quick, continuous pour is essential to fill the entire cavity before the metal cools and hardens.

Once the jigs have cooled, pop them out of the mold and use side cutters to snip off the excess lead sprue. Take a metal file and smooth out any sharp edges so your tiny jigs have a perfectly clean, polished finish.

Warm the jig with a heat gun and quickly plunge it into vibrant powder paint for a durable, colorful coat. Hang the painted jigs in a dedicated toaster oven and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes to fully cure the rock-hard finish.

Give your jigs some adorable personality by adding charming little eyes using glossy acrylic paint. Dip a small dowel rod or the end of a paintbrush into the paint and gently dab it onto both sides of the jig.

Once the eye paint is completely dry, attach your split rings and treble hooks. For 1/4oz jigs, use a size 2 split ring with a size 6 treble hook, and for 1/2oz jigs, pair a size 2 split ring with a size 4 treble hook.

Now you have a whole school of tiny, colorful flutter jigs ready to hit the water! If you decide to pour and paint your own lures, be sure to share a picture of your creations using the "I Made It!" button below.