The present invention relates to a fastening system that includes an auto-adhesive layerand a cover layer. The cover layer engages the auto-adhesive layer such that theauto-adhesive layer is exposed as the cover layer is stretched. In some embodiments,stretching the cover layer causes the cover layer to rupture (i.e., tear) so thatthe auto-adhesive layer may be exposed for subsequent bonding. The term "auto-adhesive"refers to self-adhesive properties of a polymeric material where an auto-adhesiveis substantially non-adhesive with respect to many other materials. The presentinvention also relates to a method of joining a fastening system to an item. Themethod includes positioning the fastening system near the item. The method furtherincludes exposing an auto-adhesive layer by stretching a cover layer that isengaged with the auto-adhesive layer and then engaging the auto-adhesive layeron the fastening system with an auto-adhesive layer on the item.
