Hook and Loop DIY Archives

6 min read • Updated On: Jun 26, 2026

Teach Your Children with Hook and Loop Lessons

Hook and loop can be used as a hands-on teaching aid for classroom, home, OT, PT, craft, and science activities. Because hook material can attach to loop material and then be pulled apart and reused, kids can move cards, answers, schedules, clothing pieces, and learning objects during a lesson.

Stephen Ira • June 8, 2016

5 min read • Updated On: Jul 6, 2026

Hook and Loop Project Ideas from YouTube Examples

YouTube can be a useful place to see hook and loop fasteners in real projects. This article highlights practical project ideas from the original video list, including DIY uses, DuraGrip® Brand product examples, sewing applications, cleaning tips, and everyday gear organization.

Stephen Ira • May 4, 2016

4 min read • Updated On: Jul 6, 2026

Hit the Road in Style with VELCRO® Brand Fasteners

VELCRO® Brand hook and loop fasteners can help organize and secure items during road trips, camper travel, RV use, and everyday vehicle storage. They can be used for curtains, baskets, electronics, seat covers, loose panels, floor mats, fishing poles, and other travel gear that needs to stay in place.

Stephen Ira • November 26, 2015

2 min read • Updated On: Jun 28, 2026

Personalize Your Stuff with Hook and Loop

From helping to keep shoes snug on our children's feet to attaching cable bundles, Hook and Loop has made our lives easier. With a little creativity, you can also personalize your stuff with Hook and Loop in just a few short steps.

Make your luggage identifiable at the airport baggage claim. All you need is a fabric applique of your choice and sticky-back hook and loop or Velcro® brand fasteners (or you can order a luggage strap from us). Press the sticky side of the loop onto your luggage and press the sticky side of the hook to the backside of your applique. The same idea can be applied to your wallet or phone case for a little personalized style.

Stephen Ira • August 24, 2015

4 min read • Updated On: Jun 23, 2026

Hanging Heavy Pictures Without Nails

Hanging pictures can be a daunting task, especially when dealing with heavy frames or trying to limit damage to walls. Traditional methods like nails or screws can leave unsightly holes and damage the surface beneath. Luckily there are some clever alternatives, including some that are damage-free, for hanging pictures.

Stephen Ira • March 29, 2024

7 min read • Updated On: Jun 23, 2026

Securing Couch Cushions with Hook and Loop

Do you ever have issues keeping your couch cushions on your couch? Or maybe your patio chairs have a similar issue? Well one solution is to use hook and loop to secure your cushions to your furniture. We sell 6-inch hook and loop that you can use to fasten your cushions to the base of your couch or chair.

Stephen Ira • June 18, 2020

3 min read • Updated On: Jun 23, 2026

Hook and Loop Uses For Your Project

Do you have a project you're working on that involves hook and loop? Perhaps you're just considering using it. Whether you need sew on, adhesive backed, wide loop or straps, here are some questions you'll want to answer to find out if hook and loop is good for your application.

Stephen Ira • June 24, 2019

3 min read • Updated On: Jun 23, 2026

5 Reasons to Always Have Hook and Loop on Hand

Hook and loop is a very versatile product that can be very useful around the house and in everyday life. Here are 5 reasons why you should make sure you keep VELCRO® Brand fasteners on hand.

Stephen Ira • April 13, 2016

2 min read • Updated On: Jun 23, 2026

Hook and Loop for the Patio Life

These tough, resilient DuraGrip and Velcro® brand hook and loop fasteners help keep your backyard, patio, deck or balcony stylish and attractive all year long. We'll assist you in organizing these lovely spots for maximum outdoor enjoyment.

Stephen Ira • November 19, 2015

3 min read • Updated On: Jun 23, 2026

Create More Closet and Drawer Space Using Hook and Loop

Did you know hook and loop can provide inexpensive solutions that allow you to obtain more storage space? We offer DuraGrip and Velcro® brand hook and loop fasteners that enable you to squeeze extra room from closets and drawers in a stylish, attractive way! Just consider some of these ingenious closet and drawer organization options:

Stephen Ira • October 6, 2015