Simple *NO DIY* Rag Flag: All the Charm Without the Fuss!
This post is all about NO DIY Rag Flag.
I love a good DIY, but only if it saves me time or money (or hopefully both!) 😉. So, when I stumbled upon this rag flag, it was an immediate *Add to Cart* moment. No glue, no cutting, just take out of the box and hang! I’ll be sharing where to grab your own, how to hang this rag flag to thrive in summer storms, and some styling tips! Read more below for some patriotic home inspiration!
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No-DIY Rag Flag – Review and Where to Buy
I was so nervous the quality wouldn’t be up to par…but to my surprise, it is very well made and thick. Straight out of the box for a very similar price to what it would cost you to DIY your own. Granted this is more of a “ribbon flag” than a rag flag, but the patriotic vibes are still going strong! Most importantly, it’s budget friendly and gives that vintage farmhouse feel straight out of the package. You can grab yours below!
How to Hang the Rag Flag Without Damage
There are a few things you will need to add to your flag to help it hang evenly and thrive in the summer storms. You’ll need:
- a wooden dowel at least 28 inches long (I grabbed mine from Walmart craft section for under $1)
- hooks with a safety buckle
These hooks are a complete game changer! If you have ever tried to use regular nails, you probably know the struggle when a strong wind hits or a big storm. These hooks are super affordable and heavy duty. They can also double as Christmas light holders during the winter!
1. Install Hooks
All you will do is take those hooks, find the center of where you are wanting to hang your flag and work out from there.
2. Insert Wooden Dowel
After you have placed your hooks, you are just going to thread the dowel through the space at the top of the flag where the fabric flips over and creates a loop.
3. Tie Twine
The flag comes with a long piece of twine that is intended to run through the opening in the flag and hold it up. If you wanted to use it that way for a looser look, I think that would be fine! But, I wanted mine to look a little more sturdy and centered at the top. So, I used that twine to tie to each side of the dowel.
4. Hang
Then, I (cough….Derek…cough, cough) hung and wrapped the twine around the hooks until the flag was level and at the height I wanted it.
That’s it! Once it is secured it’s not going anywhere. We have tons of random summer storms in TN that come out of nowhere and this flag has been perfectly fine during all of them!
Rag Flag – Patriotic Porch Decor Styling
The rag flag really puts on a show of it’s own! But, if you want to add a little more pizazz, try styling with lanterns, outdoor plants, and patriotic pillows. If you have an adorable dog that wants to sit on your swing, that’ll help too! 😉. You can grab everything pictured here below!
Patriotic Outdoor Decor
To add patriotic flair to your everyday decorations, don’t underestimate the power of American mini flags! These little guys are budget-friendly, easy to find, and surprisingly versatile. You can tuck them into planters, layer them into centerpieces, style them in vases, or even pop them into ferns on the porch for that perfect patriotic outdoor decor moment. They’re such a simple way to bring in a pop of red, white, and blue without a full decor overhaul. Check out my full blog post [here] for tons of easy and creative ways to decorate with mini flags.
Complete the look with classic buntings, festive wreaths, and patriotic outdoor mats! These little touches help pull everything together and make your space feel extra welcoming for the 4th. Whether you’re going for a full patriotic porch makeover or just adding a few accents, these pieces layer beautifully with the rag flag and mini flags for that perfect vintage farmhouse vibe. I rounded up some of my favorites below and you can see them all in action on my porch here.
That’s a wrap for the NO DIY Rag Flag. I hope you found this helpful and got some inspiration for your summer patriotic porch. If you grab one of these flags, leave a comment or tag me on instagram at @homesweethome_withheather …I’d love to see!
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