Want to make your own hula hoop but not sure where to start? Check out our video on how to make a hula hoop and let us walk you through step by step.
You will need:
Pipe
Connectors
Pipe Cutters
Flexible Measuring Tape
Rivets
Rivet Gun
Marker
Drill
Calculator
You might also need:
Step 1
Calculate how much pipe you need by using "hoop size x 3.14"
Step 2
Measure the outside of the pipe using the flexible tape measure, and mark the point you need to cut
Step 3
Cut your pipe off using the pipe cutter, and check the join. Even out any wonky edges now.
Step 4
Mark the center point of your connector, on the top curved size (unless connector is straight). Check if your connector will fit or if you need need to heat the pipe using the heat gun.
Step 5
Push the connector in to the half way point, heating the pipe first if required
Step 6
Drill a hole through the connector and pipe (1 side only)
Step 7
Use your rivet gun to secure the connector and pipe together. Use the hammer if the rivets are not lying flat against the hoop.
Step 8
Repeat steps 5,6 and 7 with the other end of the pipe
Congratulations on your first hula hoop! Tag us @discohoops with your hoop creations!
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