OJB,
Practice and finding the right materials.I like to try and copy other peoples ideas on C.C
and then embellish on those ideas and try and make something a little different.I think tying is an art and we have some fantastic artist right here. Enjoy and be creative is my goal.

Here are a few video websites I like.
Fly Tying Videos - Fly Fish Ohio - Adventures In Fly Tying Podcast
FlyTying: The Angler's Art on OMN
Fly Anglers OnLine, Your Complete Internet Flyfishing Resource.