a strap is provided for retaining at least one article on a rack . the strap comprises at least three spaced apart , substantially annular eyelets , and at least one elongated resilient cord . the cord serves to resiliently attach the eyelets to each other . the third eyelet can be positioned either between the first two eyelets in a substantially parallel fashion or in a fashion which is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the cord that fits around the cord . second and third cords can be provided to provide an assembly which is more flexible in terms of attaching one or more breakable items to a dishwasher rack , and to minimize wear and breakage on the articles during the dishwashing process .