Why the secret? Just post your ideas. I have made over fifty and its simple. .035 or .040 stainless tig wire, JB weld(the stick kind), and some paint. Done! You can mold them into any shape or size that you want. I didn't think you would need lead cause the baits will be heavy enuf already. I have made them look and feel as good or better than any store bought ones! Good luck guys! Thinking about making some with smaller diameter wire for crappie jigs??? I just hate to see the working man have to pay $25 for a bait that still needs hooks! The very first one i bought, I had around $45 in it. NOT anymore!!!