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American Flag Day, which occurs on June 14, was recognized as a national holiday in 1949. The holiday marks an ideal time for people to show their pride for their country and respect for the flag. Look into patriotic items for American Flag Day that allows people of all ages to honor their country's most recognizable symbol.
Many people will dress up in shirts with the American flag design or its red, white, and blue colors. Some t-shirts and sweatshirts might include a slogan such as "American Pride" along with the flag's image. Coordinate the shirt with matching red and white-striped pants or skirts. If you don't own a flag jacket or hoodie, you can sew a flag patch on the sleeve.
Americans can add more patriotic flair with baseball caps, sunglasses and bandanas displaying the flag design. Children might wear red, white and blue wristbands or bead bracelets or girls can wear a flag charm necklace. Certain brands provide bundles, such as The Flag Shirt's Patriotic Vest Bundle, which includes a cowboy hat and sunglasses.
Many Americans love to display their flags both indoors and outdoors. Some feature a gold fringe for extra flair, while others hang flag banners, buntings, or streamers. A flag wreath on the front door adds a welcoming touch. With neighborhood approval, you can hang street pole banners or lanterns. Mini flags on car windows or antennas show off pride on the go. For a cookout or party, use a flag-themed tablecloth or runner, along with matching paper plates and cups. Serve ice cream in flag bowls, red or blue Jello, and cookies or cake decorated with red, white, and blue frosting.
Parents should use the holiday to teach their children the importance of the American flag. Give them books to read on the flag's history and proper etiquette for raising the flag and folding it. Be creative and give the children construction paper to create paper flags or give markers to draw the flag. Kids might enjoy playing with volleyballs or beach balls with a flag emblem on them. One unique activity is to let children make a flag out of balloons, such as this Freedom Flag Balloon Creation Kit from House of Party.
If you would like more information on patriotic items for American Flag Day and where to purchase them, please contact one of our representatives.