a method for manufacturing a covered string - like object , the method comprising a placement step of placing a string - like object on a sheet - like flexible backing , a sewing step of sewing the string - like object to the backing with an embroidery material , and a separation step of separating the backing from the string - like object . according to the method for manufacturing a string - like object , a string - like object can be easily and reliably covered with an embroidery material .