How to Measure Stretch Cord Loops

Stretch Loops are measured by size of the loop, not the length of the string if untied. *Stretch Loops can be untied and adjusted if needed. Determine how you want to tie your stretch loop, then enter your box dimensions in our calculator below.

Use our Calculator Below

How Stretch Loops can be tied:

Stretch Loop Size Calculator

Enter box dimensions in inches to calculate

Rules used:
Width Wrap - Flat Boxes = L + W
Width Wrap - Tall Boxes = (2(L+W)+2H)/2
Corner Wrapping (loop goes around corners) = (Flat or Tall) + 20%. Always rounds up to next standard loop (6, 8, 10, 14, 16, 19, 22, 28)
*Always order a sample to verify fit.

Details

Stretch Loops are measured by size of the loop, not the length of the string if untied. *Stretch Loops can be untied and adjusted if needed.

Box Size & Stretch Loop Chart:

Box Type: Box Size: Loop Size:
Earring/Candy: 3 x 2 x 1" 6" or 8"
Bracelet/Candy: 3-1/2 x 3-1/2 x 1" 8" or 10"
Gift Certificate/Candy: 6-1/2 x 3-1/4 x 1" 10"
Glove/Wallet/Candy: 7 x 5 x 1" 14" or 16"
Hosiery/Book: 10 x 7 x 1-1/4" 16"
Tie: 14 x 4-1/4 x 1-1/2" 19"
Lingerie: 11-1/2 x 8-1/2 x 1-1/2" 22"
Shirt: 15 x 9-1/2 x 2" 22"
Dress/Jacket: 19 x 12 x 3" 28"

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