Wapsi’s goal was to design a kit that focused on giving the starter a positive experience the first time at the vise. To accomplish this goal, we wrote a straightforward book with clear, step-by-step instructions, using materials geared to tie modern fly patterns. They tested the kit by having several focus groups of beginners tie flies with the kits. Their comments and suggestions drove the entire project.
The components of the kit
The focus groups taught us a great deal about writing an instructional fly tying book. We realized that the photographs and text had to be clear and easy to understand. The handbook teaches the fundamental techniques to tie any fly and gives detailed step-by-step instructions to tie 10 modern fly patterns.

The Wapsi Starter Kit includes the tools and materials to tie the following 17 fly patterns:

Wooly Bugger
All Purpose Nymph
San Juan Worm
Stretch Tubing Scud
Foam Beetle

Poly Caddis
Brassie
Bead Head Caddis Larva
Fur Ant
Inchworm

Poly Spinner
Cone Head Rabbit Streamer
CDC Emerger
Soft Hackle Wet

Cone Head Leech
Deer Hair Bug
Clouser Minnow