Skip to main content

Learn Fly Tying

More Articles From Fly Tying

Fly Tying An Egg Fly

Fly Tying An Egg Fly

Fly Tying An Egg Fly

Egg Fly Recipe

Hook: TMC 2457 or 2488H #8-16

Thread: GSP 50

Egg: McFlyFoam


Yolk: Alternate color McFlyFoam


Egg Fly Video:

Egg Fly Step-by-Steps

Tying The Egg

Tying The Egg Step 1 of 6

Start the thread behind the eye and make a thread base about half way down the shank. Wrap back up to the eye and then back to the middle of the thread base.

Tying The Egg Step 2 of 6

Separate a large clump of your primary color McFlyFoam and stack a smaller clump of the yolk color on top of it.

Tying The Egg Step 3 of 6

Tie the McFlyFoam on top of the hook with three, very tight, wraps of thread.

Tying The Egg Step 4 of 6

Turn the McFlyFoam bunch slightly and make three more tight wraps across the bunch. This thread maneuver is exactly like tying in a set of spinner wings.

Tying The Egg Step 5 of 6

Bring the thread around the shank in front of the McFlyFoam and whip finish and clip the thread.

Tying The Egg Step 6 of 6

Pull the McFlyFoam directly above the hook without twisting it, and cut it straight across with your scissors.

Finished Egg

Get Your Fish On.

Plan your next fishing and boating adventure here.

GET THE NEWSLETTER Join the List and Never Miss a Thing.

Sign Me Up

Recommended Articles

Chip's Monster Magic. Designed in Saskatchewan's pike paradise - works anywhere.Fly Tying Chip's Monster Magic Fly
Fly Tying

Fly Tying Chip's Monster Magic Fly

Chip's Monster Magic. Designed in Saskatchewan's pike paradise - works anywhere.

Dwayne 'Chip' Cromarty

These tips can save you heartache when fishing is hot.How to Remove Wind Knots and Snarls from Leaders and Tippet
Beginners

How to Remove Wind Knots and Snarls from Leaders and Tippet

Jay Nichols

Everyone wants a definite answer to “How close can you get?”.How to Get Close to Trout
Beginners

How to Get Close to Trout

Tom Rosenbauer

Which tippet is the best for you?How the IGFA Tests Tippet Strength
Experts

How the IGFA Tests Tippet Strength

Nick Haddad

These awards were created as a way to honor the unsung actions of those who have contributed to flats conservation.Bonefish and Tarpon Trust Announces 2020 Circle of Honor Awards
Industry

Bonefish and Tarpon Trust Announces 2020 Circle of Honor Awards

Brian Irwin

You can be a successful freshwater fly fisher with just the nine knots shown here.9 Best Fly Fishing Knots You Should Know
Beginners

9 Best Fly Fishing Knots You Should Know

Fly Fisherman Staff | Illustrations by Joe Mahler

There's a science to catching sharks on a fly.Shark Fly Fishing on the Flats
Saltwater

Shark Fly Fishing on the Flats

There's a science to catching sharks on a fly.

Oliver White

Here are step-by-step instructions for tying the Strong Arm Merkin fly.Tying the Strong Arm Merkin
Fly Tying

Tying the Strong Arm Merkin

David W. Skok

Craven's Juju Emerger is a snapshot of the transition between a mayfly nymph and its sub-adult form, the mayfly dun.Craven's Juju Emerger
Fly Tying

Craven's Juju Emerger

Charlie Craven

This 25-liter workhorse is built for places way off the beaten track.Orvis Bug-Out Backpack
Accessories

Orvis Bug-Out Backpack

Ross Purnell

This line control is one of the unique aspects of fly fishing.How to Mend, Set the Hook, and Strip Line
Beginners

How to Mend, Set the Hook, and Strip Line

Landon Mayer | Illustrations by Joe Mahler

Popular Videos

Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight Inflatable Kayak - TESTED!

Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight Inflatable Kayak - TESTED!

If looking for the ultimate kayak that's both portable and lightweight, then consider a quality inflatable like the Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight.

Olsen

Olsen's BlowTorch

Olsen's BlowTorch step-by-step instructions.

Tying the Double Barrel Popper

Tying the Double Barrel Popper

All these tricks can be put to use on poppers or sliders for anything with fins, from panfish to billfish.

See All Videos

Magazine Cover

GET THE MAGAZINE Subscribe & Save

Digital Now Included!

SUBSCRIBE NOW

Give a Gift   |   Subscriber Services

PREVIEW THIS MONTH'S ISSUE

Buy Digital Single Issues

Don't miss an issue.
Buy single digital issue for your phone or tablet.

Buy Single Digital Issue on the Fly Fisherman App

Other Magazines

Guns & Ammo

Guns & Ammo

Subscribe
Guns & Ammo
Subscribe
Rifleshooter

Rifleshooter

Subscribe
Rifleshooter
Subscribe
North American Whitetail

North American Whitetail

Subscribe
North American Whitetail
Subscribe
Firearms News

Firearms News

Subscribe
Firearms News
Subscribe

Special Interest Magazines

2021 In-Fisherman Walleye Guide

2021 In-Fisherman Walleye Guide

Buy A Copy
2021 In-Fisherman Walleye Guide
Buy A Copy
2021 In-Fisherman Bass Guide

2021 In-Fisherman Bass Guide

Buy A Copy
2021 In-Fisherman Bass Guide
Buy A Copy
2018 Panfish Guide

2018 Panfish Guide

Buy A Copy
2018 Panfish Guide
Buy A Copy
2018 Pike & Muskie Guide

2018 Pike & Muskie Guide

Buy A Copy
2018 Pike & Muskie Guide
Buy A Copy
2020 Fly Fishing Made Easy

2020 Fly Fishing Made Easy

Buy A Copy
2020 Fly Fishing Made Easy
Buy A Copy
2020 Catfish In-Sider Guide

2020 Catfish In-Sider Guide

Buy A Copy
2020 Catfish In-Sider Guide
Buy A Copy

See All Special Interest Magazines

More You May Be Interested In

In-Fisherman
Game & Fish
Florida Sportsman
BassFan
Petersen's Hunting
North American Whitetail
Bow Hunting
Bowhunter
Wildfowl
Gun Dog Magazine
Deer Week
Guns & Ammo
RifleShooter
Shooting Times
Handguns
Firearms News
Outdoor Channel
The Sportsman Channel
World Fishing Network
My Outdoor TV
I Am Sportsman

GET THE NEWSLETTER Join the List and Never Miss a Thing.

Get the top Fly Fisherman stories delivered right to your inbox.

Sign Me Up

Phone Icon

Get Digital Access.

All Fly Fisherman subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets.

To get started, click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine.

Get Digital Access

Not a Subscriber?
Subscribe Now