Decorative Yard Flags Featuring Pets

Decorative flags exist for every occasion and every holiday.  There are garden flags that promote a cause and house flags that say congratulations.  Some of the most popular yard flags are those that feature people's beloved pets. 
I have always heard owning pets can actually be good for our health.  That the act of petting an animal is actually soothing to us also and helps to reduce stress.  They are also great companions for elderly folk who cannot get out much and gives them a feeling of usefulness and boosts mental heath.  But after finding the article on CNN at this link ,I was amazed at other health benefits owning a pet creates. Like its been shown that children who are exposed to pet dander at an early age by growing up with pets, tend to have less allergies.  That's a new one on me.  So give them some recognition and show your love by displaying yard flags with pets.

There are lots of very nice dog flags by your favorite brands. Most of these can be personalized with the pet's name. One popular brand that does dog flags and only dog flags along with some other dog products is Best of Breed.  This Chocolate Lab flag is by Best of Breed., the Boxer flag is by Evergreen.

 

There are also several custom dog and cat garden flags.  Some support the cause of Rescue Dogs others just declare the master's love for their pet.  One of the newest custom cat flags we offer is this Spoiled Cat Custom Flag.  It allows you not only to personalize the flag with the cat's name, you also get to choose from four different adorable cartoon cats as to which one will represent your cat on the flag. 

Custom flags make such fun garden flags to display.  They are made just for you and have your personal touch. These custom dog flags and cat flags would make great gifts for someone on your list that loves their pet. 

Thanks for reading.
Josie and Marilee
Custom Flags and Gifts

Frequently Asked Questions about Applique Flags

There are two main types of decorative flags; printed art flags and applique flags.

 So what is applique?  Applique is a form of needlework where pieces of fabric of different colors and designs are sewn together to create a picture or design.  Applique garden flags and house flags are made this exact way.  Because of the way these decorative flags are constructed they may have less detail than a printed flag, but they make up for it with other types of detail such as embroidery and other embellishments that often make them three dimensional.  For example, on this Just Married Wedding Garden Flag by Two Group,which is a double applique flag, they added some netting material for the  bride's veil

What is the difference between single applique and double applique?   Single applique is just one layer.  The pieces of fabric are sewn together with topstitch embroidery and the flag is hemmed so there are no raw edges, but it is a single layer. very often a single applique flag can be viewed correctly from one side only.  This Love Birds Garden Flag is single applique, but is a very lovely, well maded quality flag. A double applique decorative yard flag is basically two complete flags sewn together.

Why are double applique flags sometimes more expensive than other flags?   Since double applique flags are basically two complete flags sewn together, it is twice the material and twice the labor.  You do end up with a nice heavy durable flag, usually well worth the money.

What does it mean when it says double sided?  Double sided means the garden flag or house flag can be viewed equally from either side, including being able to read the text correctly from either side.  Double applique flags are almost always double sided.   With single applique it varies, but more and more, decorative flag companies are making an effort to make flags that are double sided.  Just check the description or ask the company if having the flag double sided is important to you. The Autumn Wagon Applique Garden Flag shown here is one of our heavy double sided, double applique flags by FlagCenter.  These are wonderful high quality flags. 

If you have any other questions about applique decorative flags you can e-mail us at info@flagsandgifts.com

Thank you for reading
Marilee & Josie
Custom Flags and Gifts

Adding Colors of Autumn with Fall Garden Flags

Autumn is such a beautiful time of year.  The colors that represent this season are my personal favorite.  By displaying fall garden flags in your yard or garden you can add even more of these glorious colors to your yard.  These double applique autumn garden flags by FlagCenter show fall leaves in all their glory.  These decorative flags are just wonderful and so pleasing to the eye. They also can be viewed equally from either side.

 There are other applique flags for fall along with many lovely printed fall flags with scarecrows, pumpkins, mums and other fall elements. 















There are also some custom fall flags that you personalize with your name or monogram.  This Magic of Autumn Monogram Flag is one example.   

 

 



Enjoy browsing the colors of the season while shopping for your fall garden flags at
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Garden Flags - a way to show support

September 11th is quickly approaching and as our 9/11 Garden Flag says, to "Always Remember" is so very important.  Remembering any tragic times or particular days is important for those who suffered, those who lost loved ones and to help prevent them from happening again.


Displaying our "Always Remember" Flag or any patriotic garden flag is a small thing you can do with very little cost or effort to show that you care.  An American Flag is another perfect choice.  For those who find dealing with full size flags difficult, there are garden size American Flags.  These are great to have in your flag collection to display on various patriotic holidays.   

 

There are any number of patriotic garden flags or house flags that would be appropriate.  But whether you display a flag or not, give a small prayer for those who suffered and be sure to never forget.

 

Thanks for reading.

Josie and Marilee

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