Decorative Winter Flags for your Yard

Christmas is almost here.  It's been a whirlwind of time through fall and into the holidays, both in my business and personal lives.  I hear many people talk about how busy life is for them this time of year.  It is no wonder some of us just let time pass and haven't changed out our decorative yard flag since fall.  Luckily there are lots of lovely Winter Garden Flags and Winter House Flags we can display that can stay up through the holidays and into spring.



Lots of decorative winter flags of course have a snow theme, many say Let it Snow.  Birds are also a popular subject like the Winter Birdhouses Garden Flag or House Flag.  Cardinals especially look beautiful in a snow scene on a decorative winter flag.  So once all your shopping is done and presents are wrapped, take time to get something for yourself and choose a decorative winter garden flag or house flag at FlagsandGifts.com.

Happiest of Holidays from Custom Flags and Gifts.



Let it Snow Garden Flag



Garden Flags for Everyday and Any Day

Where did Summer Go?  Kids are going back to school and fall clothes fill the stores.  I swear every year, summer goes faster and faster.

You are probably starting to feel like the beach garden flag displayed out front really isn't suitable anymore.  Since the days are still hot and the leaves still green, fall garden flags with colors fall colored leaves , pumpkins and scarecrows, wouldn't be fitting either.  It is time for those everyday flags.  The flags that are good for everyday and any day.

There are many country folk style flags that would be perfect for this time of year.  There is a huge variety of welcome pineapple garden flags.  This decorative pineapple welcome flag by Carson is a perfect example. It also comes in both the garden size and larger house size.

Patriotic and Military Flags aren't just for patriotic holidays.  They are a welcome sight any day of the year.  Military flags especially are wonderful to display to support  men and women serving our country.  A personalized military flag is even better.  Have the name of a loved one put on a flag that represents the branch they are in and show how proud you are.

Let's not forget the Back to School Flags.  They are not, of course, an everyday flag.  In fact, you probably want to only leave it up a few weeks.  But they are such fun to display and absolutely perfect for this time of year.  Let's welcome kids and teachers to a brand new year of learning.  Since they do stay up such a short time, your favorite back to school flag should last more than one year and they add more variety to your displays.

Thanks for reading.
Marilee and Josie
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Garden Flags for Summer Parties

Summer is a time for fun with family and friends.  Pool parties, backyard BBQs  and summer get togethers of all kinds.  There are summer garden flags that are perfect for displaying during these events.  Decorative flags that mark the spot and add to the spirit of the fun.

This Beer Garden Flag and the unique Rum and Get it Garden Flag would both be a great addition and conversation piece for a party.

Many of the personalized garden flags can be tailored to fit your celebration.  The possibilities are as creative as your imagination. Among the decorative party flags that can be personalizedare the Pool Party Flag which can be placed out front at the party to let people know they have found the right place.  An all around general party flag like this is good to have on hand and could be used for any celebration from birthdays to family reunion.

http://www.flagsandgifts.com/lets-party-garden-flag?filter_name=party

Thank you for reading.  We hope you enjoy all your summer get togethers, I know we will.


Josie and Marilee
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Personalized Decorative Birthday Flags

Birthday Garden Flags and Birthday House Flags are some of our biggest sellers.  This is really not a surprise as everyone, everywhere, has a birthday.  That's a lot of birthdays to celebrate. 

This interesting article from Huffington Post talks about the origins of birthday celebrations.  Although there is no documented proof that these are the exact origins, the seven historical developments mentioned in the article make sense as a best guess for why birthdays are celebrated the way they are today.

Even though some will not admit it, I think most people love to be fussed over their one special day of the year.  Who, on their birthday, wouldn't love to wake up or come home to a garden flag in their front yard that is saying Happy Birthday to them.  A personalized birthday flag or house flag would be even better. 

Birthday flags and birthday banners are also great for displaying at birthday parties either outside as a marker for the location or inside as a decoration.  For my friend's 60th surprise birthday party I did a custom birthday flag that was a collage of photos from throughout her life, it was a big hit. Custom Birthday Photo Flags are a lot of fun.

There are many decorative flags to choose from for your celebrations.  There are applique birthday flags, printed ones and custom photo flags.  Regardless of which you choose it will be greatly appreciated that you made the extra effort.

All the flags pictured and more are available at Custom Flags and Gifts.

Thank you for reading.
Marilee and Josie

Ladybug Garden Flags

With record breaking temperatures and snowfall and what seems like a record breaking LONG winter, I think it is time to THINK SPRING.  Get your mind off the cold and look at the bright cheerful colors of Spring Garden Flags and Spring House Flags.


The long dreary cold days are bound to have an affect on our outlook.  Many people say shopping is therapeutic to them.  Looking at these decorative Ladybug Flags is bound to put a smile on your face.

Ladybugs have long been a subject of  poetry and artwork as symbols of cheerfulness and just plain cuteness.  A decorative ladybug flag will help to brighten an early spring outdoor decor while we wait for trees to bud and flowers to bloom.  The Fly Away Home flag on the left comes both in the garden flag size and the larger house flag size.

Check out this flag that is printed at Custom Flags and Gifts Ladybug Garden Flag  This flag can be a personalized flag.  A personalized garden flag is always a nice touch and makes your flag totally unique.   

What a bright and cheery decorative spring yard flag  this one is with the happiness of both daisies and ladybugs.

Daisy Welcome Spring Garden Flag

Thanks for reading and watch for more upcoming blogs on Spring Flags and Easter Garden Flags and Easter House Flags.

Marilee and Josie

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The Winter Garden

I'm afraid winter is not my favorite time of year.  I feel the cold weather go straight through to my bones and tend to be more tense and less active.  I miss my long walks at the park and working in my garden.  Yesterday I decided to make an effort to kick the winter blues and get outside more, for goodness sake, I own an abundance of coats and a pair of long johns, so put them on and get out there.
There are lots of  things that can be done in your garden even in the winter.  First and foremost, of course, is to put out a new winter garden flag for an instant cheering up.

 Now its time to get our hands dirty. This is the time to get rid of all the dead debris.  This will help with insect control so they can't winter over as easily. Plus, a nice clean garden is just much more pleasing to look at.  Adding some sort of garden décor this time of year also helps make your view more merry.  Decorative garden flags are of course the first on the list of easy versatile garden décor. 

There are very nice decorative birdhouses that can also add personality to your yard.  If you want birds to take to these decorative bird boxes be careful of what you buy.  Pay attention to its construction and the size of the hole to make sure it is actually functional.

 There are lots of sites online that sell all kinds of decorative items for your outdoor décor.  Browsing these sites can be another fun winter activity when you are ready to come in to the warmth of your home.

Happy winter gardening and thanks for reading.
Josie and Marilee
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Cheering up a Winter Yard

The holidays are gone and so are the dazzling light displays, lovely wreaths and eclectic decorative Christmas flags.  The winter yard is not usually a cheery one and unless you are an avid gardener that has planned ahead with camellias and other winter friendly shrubs, a winter yard can often times use some help. 


Winter garden flags are an easy solution.  Winter yard flags come in many designs and their color and subject matter will draw your eyes to them and away from the drabness of the flower beds.   Snowmen garden flags are always a fun choice like this Snow Couple Garden Flag that can also be a personalized flag.


 There is also this Let it Snow Garden Flag that is a high quality double applique flag that will hold up to the wicked winter weather.

For something totally unique there are Custom Winter Flags.  This is a Snowflake Monogram Flag but there are many available from a variety of companies.

For those that prefer, there are also Winter House Flags which are the larger size of the decorative flags like this Cardinal and Holly House Flag that can also become a personalized flag.

Along with the decorative winter flags, depending on where you live there are also great amazingly hearty plants and evergreens that can add beauty to your yard during the cold weather.  I found this great site for the United States National Arboretum and it has a handy zone map that will help you find what plants are winter hardy for your area.  In our area, pansies are used a lot this time of year. It always amazes me that for such a pretty and delicate looking flower they are really very tough.

These are just a few ideas to liven your winter landscape.  There are so many things you can do.  If you have any ideas you would like to share, please do.  We may come up with a few more ourselves in a future post.

Happy New Year to you all.
Josie and Marilee
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