Abstract: A jig trailer fishing lure made of a synthetic material capable of absorbing water and fish attractant liquids. The lure is capable of completely drying out between uses yet quickly re-acquires a life-like texture, suppleness and buoyancy when immersed in water. The jig trailer includes a head portion that is sufficiently tear resistant to resist tearing when repeatedly penetrated by a fish hook or struck by fish. A tail portion extends downstream from the head portion and exhibits motions that attracts game fish when pulled through water. The synthetic material is an artificial chamois-type material preferably made from a poly-vinyl-alcohol sponge.