How to Tie a Decorative Flag Cord

Decorative flag cords are usually found only on flags that are hung indoors, such as those in classrooms and in public or government buildings. These decorative cords hang from the top of the flag pole, and they're usually gold in color. The cords are sometimes knotted, and one may hang lower than the other. Tying these cords properly takes some practice.

Instructions

1. Fold the cord in half so that one end is the two tassels and the other end is a loop of cord. Now adjust the folded cord so that one tassel is about 3 inches higher than the other tassel.

2. Push the loop end of the folded cord through the eye screw, which is the circular, metal opening near the top of the flag pole. Once the loop is through, push both tassels through the loop and pull it tight, forming a decorative knot.

3. About one-third down the length of the cords, make a new loop by wrapping both cords around three of your fingers. Push the cords through the new loop, remove your fingers and pull that knot tight, but not so tight it can't be altered. Repeat this looping and knotting four times. After this, tighten all of the knots until they're roughly uniform in size.

References

• Flag and Banner: How to Hang a Flag