Abstract: A cord holder for use with hand-held equipment that requires a power cord, air hose, or the like. The cord holder has a clip that attaches over a pocket or belt or similar item of apparel. A loop and hook securely hold a bight of the cord. The cord in front of the cord holder goes to the equipment, and has a desired amount of slack as selected by the user. Because of the secure attachment of the cord within the cord holder, the cord behind the cord holder may be pulled as the user moves about, without affecting the slack in the cord in front of the cord holder.