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Lots of good tips so far.
Here's my method for siwash hooks which I like a lot for needles.
I do about 1/3 of the shank with thread first, then I start adding bucktail. This helps the hair not slip in the shank and gives the next threads something to bite into.
I build up slowly, tying tighter in the front so the hair lays flatter then working my way to the back.
I finish my wraps like a guide wrap with a thread pull.
I also use super glue, give it a good coat, then ill hit it with clear nail polish, Sally Hansen hard as nails, cheap and easier than epoxy.
It's a jig or tail hook, it's going to get trashed, epoxy isn't worth the effort IMHO
For bucktails it's pretty much the same, I usually tie some hackles or flash and bucktail on the shank, helps build it up and gives the jig a fuller look.
If you have a big spool of white thread use a cordless power drill and pencil or some kind of arbor with a small spool on it and it will transfer fast and easy.
Plus if you use white thread you can buy colors of nail polish, cheaper and endless colors and coat the wraps in whatever color you want to match or accent your jig.
BTW wonderbread colored jigs crush!
I have a bunch empty small spools too if you need some
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