First I glued several scrap pieces together using cabinet makers clamps to get the thickness and weight I wanted. Don't want the caddy turning over and dumping tools like the foam caddy has done several times, and I needed the thickness to allow for the pocket for the head cement container and the film canister containing steel wool to clean the bodkin tip after applying glue in a precise location. (Thanks lonestar for that tip.)
Next I went out with the foam caddy and planned the use of the various locations on the blocks and then cut the bulk blocks into three usable sizes on the bandsaw. Oops, done for that session. Sux to be that Broken ol' Marine.. but patience is a virtue. Beats throwing things around the woodshop.
Next I began drilling and playing with the layouts, drilling and adjusting the depth of each hole as I fitted each tool. Some of the inlays required drilling two holes close by and then cutting away interior excess with a chisel. Worked for 45 minutes or so and done.. not with the project, but for that session....
Finally the rough work was done and all that's left now is some hand sanding, rubbin in the watco oil and then british wax and buffing, and all that can be done in the house and sitting. A small bit at a time, but here is a peek.....
The scraps were brazilian cherry, and the caddy will be heavy and stable.... plus a deep red color when the finish is applied. There are three pieces and I can arrange them on the tying desk to best suit my needs. I'll post up finished pics when I'm done...but a peek?
What do ya'll think?
It's not enough to get a guy hooked on fishing and tying? Now, you've got to give me ideas to improve my work area, too? 
