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A star is a favorite symbol of the Christmas season, representing the Star of Bethlehem, seen by the Magi. This article will show you how to make an outdoor Christmas star to decorate your home.
The American flag can be displayed on any day of the year, but it has added significance on Independence Day, Lincoln's and Washington's birthdays, Flag Day, Veterans Day and many other holidays....
Memorial Day, Veteran's Day, and the 4th of July are days to celebrate our freedom and show our patriotism. If you fly a flag on these days, or if you fly one every day, there are rules of...
You’re walking out to your flagpole and it dawns on you – you’re not sure about the proper protocol for flying your American flag. Yes, you’ve heard some things about what’s right and wrong over...
Racking your brain thinking about how you are supposed to get that flag to stay on your roof top? It's quite easier than you might think!
The Texas state flag is the national flag of the Republic of Texas, adopted on January 24, 1839. The Lone Star flag, designed by William Wharton, has flown over Texas since then and is considered...
Thanks to the surge of patriotism in recent years we see the American Flag being flown everywhere. It's really too bad that most of the time it is not being flown properly. By the end of this...
There are many different rules on the proper way to display, raise and lower a flag. It is important to never fly a flag after dark unless it is properly illuminated. If you have an all-weather...
Texas has had six different flags over the years, but the current version was established in 1839. Find out when the Texas flag was reestablished with information from the owners of a flag and...
This flag-related article was written by Mr. Turtledove, who is a vexillologist (student of flags) as well as a member of the North American Vexillological Association (NAVA). Have you ever...
This flag-related article was written by Mr. Turtledove, who is a vexillologist (student of flags). We live in a mobile society, and some people move every few years. For those of us who enjoy...
The US flag, nicknamed the Stars and Stripes, represents the history of the United States. The blue represents the sky, or heavens, that watch over the fifty states, symbolized by the fifty white...
As far as color guard flags go, the bigger the better--and big flags need the right size flagpole. Flags make a huge impact on your show and the right pole is essential. Poles come in a variety of...
Proper flag etiquette for flying a U.S. flag at half staff.
The color guard, sometimes called a flag squad, is a group that uses flags to add visual components to musical performances. A flick is a simple movement in which you toss your flag in a 180...
Mario's brother has never gotten the fame that Mario has. But Luigi is beloved by many and is more than just a green clone of Mario. Indeed, he has his own set of moves and plays very differently.
People have been proudly displaying flags for thousands of years. Persians displayed their flag proudly all the way back in 550 B.C. A flagpole is the typical way that most people display their...
Most American Flags are kept outdoors in some of the harshest conditions. That's when purchasing an American Flag you have to look at some options for quality and care.
Learn how to workout and do the flagpole move in pole dancing in this free fitness video on pole dancing exercises.
Learn how to do the Chinese flagpole exercise move in pole dancing from an expert in this free fitness video on pole dancing exercises.
Ever since the B-52s and R.E.M. sprang out of this sleepy southern college town in the late '70s and early '80s, Athens, Georgia, has been the perennial "music scene" town. Other scene towns...
When raising the American flag, there is a specific set of rules that needs to be followed in accordance with government guidelines. There are also special instructions that relate to the care of...
Adding length to a flagpole and designing it to telescope up and down will provide more location flexibility when hanging a flag. You don't need to go out and buy a new pole; you can make a...
You've finally got your pool...and now EVERYBODY is just "dropping by" to see if they can swim. What a pain! ...and if you say no, well let's just say you become a bad and selfish...
If you have a flagpole in your front yard, chances are you fly a flag on it with pride. If the flag you fly makes you proud, the flagpole should also probably be cleaned and free of debris....
The pole itself is the first component of a flagpole. It is typically metal, often aluminum, though other material, such as wood, can also be used as a flagpole. Metal, however, tends to withstand...
Three different objects are available to fly a flag. Flags are attached to staffs when used in a parade or displayed on a house. Masts are used to fly flags on a ship or boat. Most flags displayed...
Having a flagpole with a rope that carries a flag to the top of the pole is not only a patriotic gesture, but it is also considered a stately addition to the outside appearance of your house or...
You fly the American flag from one of three different objects: a staff, mast or a flagpole. The staff is for parades, or is attached to a house. Boat owners and ships use masts to fly flags. The...
Many people enjoy hanging outdoor decorative flags to celebrate different seasons, holidays and events. You can design and make your own to fit with your personal style and your home's exterior...
Flagpoles are a striking accent to your home, and a great way to display your patriotic spirit, state pride or perhaps show off the Jolly Roger. While you can (and should) bring your flags indoors...
Flying a flag is an easy task if the flag is already set up to be hooked, but what do you do if you are starting from scratch or need to fix an old flagpole set-up? Follow this guide to secure a...
Outdoor flags are a popular accent for many homes, but fastening a flag to a flagpole often confuses or frustrates people. The key to successfully fastening a flag to a flagpole rests with the...
Whether it's the State Flag, United States Flag; flags are flying high. Betsy Ross designed the first American Flag and was it was first hung in 1777. The stars represent each state so the stars...
To fold a flag, fold it in half twice and then into a triangle until the entire flag is wrapped by the field of stars. Tuck in the canvas header of a flag, keeping everything tight, with...
Fly the flag at half mast on Peace Officer's Memorial Day, Memorial Day, Fire Prevention Week, Patriot's Day and Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. Flags should also be flown at half mast when a...
The American flag should be treated respectfully by keeping it from touching the ground, not sewing anything on it, keeping it in good repair and storing it properly. Store the American flag in a...
Fold the American flag by starting with the field of stars up on the viewer's left and keeping all fold and creases tight and straight. Progressively fold an American flag into a triangle using...
The American flag should be flown on many holidays, including New Year's Day, Inauguration Day, Martin Luther King Day, Lincoln's Birthday and Memorial Day. Fly the flag on the Fourth of July,...
The first American flag was ordered to be made by the Continental Convention in June of 1777 after the first American documents were signed. Find out how Betsy Ross was commissioned to make the...
The U.S flag evolved from the first flag in 1777, which had 13 stars and 13 stripes and was commissioned by the Continental Congress and George Washington. Learn how additional stars were added to...
To fold a flag for a military funeral, obtain a special casket American flag and keep all the folds crisp and taut. Fold a military funeral flag into a tight triangle using tips from the owners of...
Fold a funeral flag by folding it in half twice and then creating a crisp, tight triangle that is folded over itself several times. Tuck in the ends of a funeral flag, so that it forms a...
Fold a Canadian flag by laying it flat and then folding it in half four times so that it forms a neat rectangle. Store the Canadian flag in a plastic bag in a dry place, with tips from the owners...
To fold the British Union Jack flag, lay it flat, fold down the center and then fold in half three more times. Store the Union Jack flag in a dry place, out of direct sunlight, using insight from...
Raise the flag by attaching each grommet of the flag to the snap hooks of the flag pole and slowly raising it up and tying it off. Avoid letting the flag touch the ground when being raised by...
Take care of a flag by storing it in a dry place, within a plastic bag, getting tattered flags hemmed and retiring dingy or torn flags. Avoid letting the flag touch the ground and always fly it in...
The Mexican flag originated in 1821 and displays three vertical stripes with an Aztec eagle symbol in the middle. Find out how the three colors of the Mexican flag represent the three items in the...
When folding the American flag into a triangle, one person simply holds the flag in place while the other does the folding. Fold triangle over triangle when folding an American flag with...
The 3-by-5-foot American flag is the most common flag size for individuals to use at their homes. Find out how to fold a 3-by-5-foot American flag by having two people face each other with...
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