Making lots of hoops, either to sell or as activity for a camp or youth group, gives you the opportunity to buy in larger quantities and save some money. The best value for making lots of hoops is to purchase either 100 foot or 300 foot rolls of black plastic irrigation pipe from a plumbing […]
Diligence and accuracy pay off when taping a hoop, but no matter how hard you try those pesky air bubbles still seem to find their way into your tape wrap at some point or another. Click here for a helpful tutorial from hooping.org on how to rid your hoop of air bubbles.
Metallic tape, aka “bling tape,” looks gorgeous on the hoop but it can be a pain to get it just right. Why? This tape doesn’t stretch, it shows wrinkles more than any other kind of tape, and is notoriously difficult to remove once it adheres to the tubing. For more manageable metallic tape, try cutting […]
Ready to give hoop making a go? Here is a very helpful video tutorial. If you prefer written instructions, check these out. Don’t forget the tape!
If you’re thinking of building your first hoop, there are few things you should know. First, it is very easy. Seriously. Once you figure everything out, it is a quick and simple process. That being said, if you’re trying to give it a go on your own, there is a bit of a learning curve. […]
Measuring a hoop can be challenging, especially if you are new to the sport. The typical rule of thumb is that it should reach just above your naval when it is placed on the ground, but that rule isn’t always universal. Given that many of us now-a-days are a bit wider around the midsection than […]
Traveling with a hoop can be cumbersome and difficult, which is why many hoopers have been leaning towards making collapsible hoops. Making a collapsible hoop isn’t as hard as it seems. Jason Unbound offers a great tutorial on making collapsible hoops here. Here are some tips on making a regular hoop.
Taping a hoop can be tricky, but once you’ve gotten the hang of it, challenge yourself to try new taping techniques (in addition to the simple spiral). Here is a great video with detailed instruction on how to tape a rainbow hoop. Don’t forget the tape!
Sometimes it is helpful to create an intention while crafting your hoops. Julia of Hoopdrum offers this advice: “You may choose colors that are resonating with you, represent a chakra, or symbolize an emotion or element. I believe the intentions offered in the creation will be honored in the practice of spinning the hoop. Consider […]
How to Make a Hoop This can be a very simple and fun activity. The materials cost of making a hoop works out to about $16 a hoop, but you will likely have enough materials to make several. If you’ve never made a hoop before, and you don’t have anyone walking you through the process, […]