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How to Make a Collapsible Hula Hoop

Hula hoops can be enjoyable for kids and adults alike, but they can be challenging to transport. The large, circular shape that makes a hula hoop a game makes an obstacle when packing it into a car or closet for storage. Luckily, hula hoops aren't expensive, and you can make yours collapsible for travel or compatibility. The hula hoop in this article is 2 feet in diameter, but you can customize your measurements as needed.

Things You'll Need

Hula hoop
½-inch elastic
Saw or sharp knife

Instructions

- 1
  Measure your hula hoop's diameter. Multiply that number by three to determine the amount of elastic needed.
- 2
  Hold the hula hoop and cut it in half to create two semicircles. Cut the semicircles in half to create four total arc pieces.
- 3
  Thread the elastic through all four arc pieces. Hold the elastic tight and tie a knot to secure the ends to one another. This can be difficult because you want to have tension on the elastic at this time.
- 4
  Let go of the hula hoop. The pull of the elastic should shape the arcs back into a circle. Adjust the elastic by pulling it through the hoop arcs to reposition the knot into the middle of an arc piece.
- 5
  Pack up the hula hoop by folding it along the cut ends and allowing the elastic to stretch outside of the hoop.

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