Simple answer is too much paint!

Got to keep it fluffed and not leave it in the paint too long. Also don't heat it too long. Once you get all these steps down it will be easier.

I use an alcohol lamp to heat and for example on a 1/16 my normal is to heat for about a 6 count (maybe a 3 count for a 1/32 and 8 count for a 1/4) Then I dip it in the paint and swish it back and forth fast one time each way. Some colors take less time and some a tiny bit longer.

I do use a fluid bed, but it can be done without, but you have to fluff it every few jig heads. I know making you own is popular, but they never work as well as the ones you buy, also IMHO. Since I found his site buying the cups is less by a good bit too.

Of course you could always buy some of the things from TJ's that you put the jig head in upside down in the oven and any extra paint will then go down the hook or just buy a fluid bed from him as he is reasonable IMHO.
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