Wonnie

Saw the question re a covered house flag posed by another member which made me think I would like to make one also but mine will be outside exposed to all the elements. Has anyone made one and, if so, what fabric did you use and did you treat it with anything to ensure it would last the season? Thank you.

Barb in Louisiana

A website with all the supplies to make an outdoor flag. http://www.flagguys.com/flagmake.html

In doing some reading, it would seem that nylon or polyester is a material that will last out in the weather. Some people do flags from burlap and other fabrics. They don't seem to have a lot of durability but the material is easily available and is inexpensive. Good quality nylon can be pricey.

JoAnn Fabrics has this nylon http://www.joann.com/sport-nylon/prd13084.html

And how to make a flag from a placemat http://www.prettyhandygirl.com/summe...tore-placemat/

NJ Quilter

I would suggest either rip-stop nylon or polyester. You might find that the polyester has more saturated colors than the nylon and thus might look fresher for a longer period of time.

kyquiltlover1942

I make all mine on dollar tree cloth place mats. I embroidery or piece on them on each, then sew two together , leaving a sleeve for the hanger. Several of mine have been around for two or three years.

tkee

I've also been wondering about this. Has anybody tried a UV protective spray? I'm thinking it might just be best (and much less expensive) to plan on the flags just lasting one season.

sash

Could someone post a picture of what the dollar tree placemat looks like? Thank you. I may have missed it, but, is it plastic or fabric?

sash

Oops; guess it wouldn't be plastic ones since you use an iron......