Yoga Mat Strap
The simple, minimalist design of this self-adjusting strap provides a quick way to carry a yoga mat to class or a blanket to the beach. It can also be used as a stretching band during yoga practice. With clever folding and strategically-placed hardware, a simple strap can be so much more.
Finished size
76×1 inches (193×2.5cm)
Materials
1 piece 9–10 ounce (3.6–4.0mm) bridle leather, at least 84×1 inches (213.5×2.5cm)
2 nickel-plated double cap rivets, 7mm
Template
None
Tools
Strap cutter
Precision knife
Straightedge
Hole punch, #2
Mallet
Mini sledge hammer
Techniques Used
Cutting: Using a Straightedge
Cutting: Using a Strap Cutter
Punching: Using Hole Punches
Hardware: Riveting
1 Cut A leather strap. Set the strap cutter for a 1-inch (2.5cm) strap. Using the strap cutter, cut a strap 84 inches (213.5cm) in length.
2 Cut the ends. Cut the strap ends straight using a precision knife and straightedge.
3 Measure and mark four rivet holes. On each end of the strap, measure and mark the locations for two rivet holes for the end loops. Mark the points in the center of the strap, one at ½ inch (1.3 cm) from the end and one at 7½ inches (19cm) from the end.
4 Punch the rivet holes. Using the #2 hole punch, punch the holes where marked.
5 Rivet the end loops. Fold one end of the strap so the two rivet holes line up. Insert the rivet through the two holes and set the rivet using the mini sledge hammer. Repeat with the other end of the strap.
6 Thread the loops. To use, thread the right loop through the left and pull partially through, then pull the left loop back through the right loop, all the way through. Loosen the large end loops around the yoga mat and pull the center of the strap to tighten.