Make Your Own Plastic Fishing Worms

Plastic worms, grubs, and minnows

What you will need:

Liquid plastic

Rubber or hard plastic molds

A small pot (preferably one with a pouring spout )

Hot plate or stove top. Either one will work but a hot plate helps you make sure you keep it heated at the right temperature.

Softener or hardener if you want to experiment changing the consistency.

Coloring for plastic

First what you want to do is melt the plastic. Make sure you do this in a well ventilated area because of the fumes the plastic produces.

* Mix the plastic well before being used. When you pour it into the pan, make sure you do not fill it too full. This will make it harder to pour into the molds.

* Heat the hot plate or stove top to 350 degrees

* As it heats it will turn clear and thicken. Continue until it's about as consistent as syrup.

* Add your preferred color. Most colors are added to the hot plastic, but fluorescent colors are better when added before it's heated.

* Pour plastic into mold. Allow to cool in the molds for a couple minutes, then in cold water to finish.

Note: If you wish to add softener, you can add it to the melted plastic, but hardener should be added before heating.

That's it! Feel free to experiment with your own colors and styles. Starter kits can be purchased online easily and are not very expensive. Good luck with your new lures! It can get pretty addicting and you may not want to buy any from a store anymore!

By: Bryant

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My name is Bryant and I am a fishing enthusiast. I love the sport and love sharing what I know and have learned over the years. You can visit my website at southernfishing101.webs.com. Good luck!