There have been a few posts on this blog about turning old cigar boxes into fly boxes, however it has been awhile since I had a post about this. I know we have some new readers so I wanted to share a few of my latest mods that I have completed. I find these boxes at cigar and liquor stores that sell cigars. Owners are usually happy to part with them and I usually end up shelling out about $2-$4 per box. I found some unique boxes lately that looked like good candidates to become fly boxes. I usually look for wood boxes (not pressed cardboard) that show some grains. I also check out the hinges and latches to make sure they work and to see if they will stand up to a little abuse. The first box I found had a cool "sugar skull" theme to it and had some interesting graphics. The other one I found actually had two tiers to it which was uncommon to me.
I usually give these boxes away to folks and they are always nice to have on hand when the situation presents itself. Sometimes I also put assortments in them that I sell on Etsy or mail them out to customers if they are repeat buyers and/or place a large order. I just might be keeping one of the red boxes for myself. To make you own, all you need is a ruler, some thick foam (I get mine from Hobby Lobb), a razor, and some super glue. I was lucky enough to have Wendy present me with some industrial strength stuff that works really well. I probably have $3-$5 bucks in each box. I also use a razor to cut some grooves into the foam to keep hooks and barbs from tearing up the foam. I have used some of these boxes for year and if you don't beat the heck out of them, they last! So if you're looking for a project or just want a few more inexpensive fly boxes (great for streamers by the way) swing by Hobby Lobby and a cigar store and get to movin' and groovin'!
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