DIY - Rustic Wood American Flag - Start your own Flag Co. for under $100 - Step By Step, How To

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With a nail gun and $100, we started a successful rustic flag company and sold more than 300 flags in our first 6 months! Now we want to share everything we’ve learned! This video has all the details that others would never want to share.
Follow this video and you can start creating flags like the ones we offer on THATflagcompany.com
We even decided to offer our custom designed unions, stained, engraved, and shipped to your door for you to complete the builds and sell for profit!
Unions can be seen here 👉 www.thatflagco...
After many requests were made, we now have pre-cut stencils available here 👉 www.thatflagco...
Thanks for watching the video and good luck on your builds!!!

[@holycannoli8562]

Here is my cut list for a 36in flag: You need a total of seven 21.75in boards and six 36in boards for the stripes. You also need four 19in boards for the back supports (this cut list will give you enough to add a 5th support if you want) You need to purchase five 1in x 2in x 8ft boards.... -Board 1: 36in, 36in, 21.75in (2.25in remaining excess) -Board 2: 36in, 36in, 21.75in (2.25in remaining excess) -Board 3: 36in, 36in, 21.75in (2.25in remaining excess) -Board 4: 21.75in, 21.75in, 21.75in, 21.75in (9in remaining excess) -Board 5: 19in, 19in, 19in, 19in (20in remaining excess, I used it to create a 5th back support board resulting in only 1in excess) ***If you need to make a union, a 1in x 12in x 4ft board ripped to 10.5in will yield enough for 3 unions measuring 10.5in x 14.25in each.

[@kody5fees594]

Rrrrrrrr r tttg😢9

[@derrickhall9662]

FYI if you are a veteran doing this, Lowe's gives 10% discount to veterans year-round if you didn't know. That'll help save money

[@joelburrow9195]

I use my veteran discount all the time.

[@WayneSherman-W488]

So does Home Depot.

[@specblend77]

Home Depots discount is way easier to redeem than Lowe's.

[@chrislancaster1982]

@@WayneSherman-W488 Home Depot does not offer a veteran discount. They only offer the discount for active duty. Lowe’s offers the discount for Active Duty and veterans.

[@chrislancaster1982]

@@specblend77 all you have to do to redeem your vet discount at Lowe’s is give them your phone number when you check out. Home Depot no longer offers a discount for vets

[@airbornejoe3041]

Just made my first flag. It turned out great. I wish I could post a pic of it. It turned out really nice. I began wood working a couple of years ago as a way of dealing with my PTSD. This is a great hobby. And with these flags I already have people wanting me to make them and buy them from me. Great video. Thanks for everything you do.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Joe Hyatt, thanks for taking the extra time to email us a picture of your completed flag. It looks great!! I love how you went for it with the white stained stripes. Goes perfectly with the white stars and 1776 in the union 👍

[@a1930ford]

Just an off-beat true story about a flag for a veteran: I walked into a cafe in Norman, Ok, with my wife one morning a year or so back. As soon as I entered, there was a lady at a table there who asked me if I was a Veteran. I told her that I was. She immediately handed me an American flag that she had put together with beads and had made herself. I explained to her that I was not a Vietnam veteran, but I was a Vietnam era veteran and that others would likely be eating there on that day who were much more deserving of her gift than I was. She insisted that I take the flag and said it did not matter to her in the least, as she wanted me to have it for serving my country in the military. I was hesitant to accept, because of all the work she had put into it and because I did feel there were others more in need of such an honor, but I did take it and as soon as I got home I found a place right in my living room to show it off and to admire the love she had put into doing such for a vet she didn't even know. There are many good people in this world who respect, honor and love the people who serve our nation and support and defend it. This woman was one, for sure and to this day, I keep that flag right where i can look it proudly and think kindly of that woman who gave it to me. God bless America and our troops, as well as the citizens like this woman who care so much in giving a piece of their own heart to our service men and women.

[@CavanalK5]

a1930ford Very cool. We’re 3 hours east of Norman but are there a lot for work. Some good folks there. Thanks for sharing and most of all Thank You for Your Service. It is significant regardless of duty or assignment. Hats off.

[@JohnWilliams-hn3wn]

I agree with the woman who gave you the flag. You deserve it no matter where or how you served. I'm certain you have had an impact on someone's life while in the service. Thank you for your service!

[@jwg0278]

Thank you for the story and your Service .... and Boomer Sooner !!

[@stephaniepeters9479]

a1930ford you definitely deserved it...especially because people weren’t very good to the military during the Vietnam era.

[@reeb9016]

I was in charge of the Navy Honor Guard/Color Guard at Tinker. Many times when we were out around the state doing the Honor Guard for funerals and we stopped off somewhere to eat, someone would pick up the tab for our meal. I've lived all over but Okies are the most friendly and patriotic people I've met.

[@bigdaddy9483]

This is amazing. I can't begin to explain my appreciation for this video. Although I will never capitalize on your ideas or hard work, I do, however, want to make these for friends & family. My daughters boyfriend is an electrician & he is helping me turn my shed into a small wood shop. The very 1st flag I make, will go to him. He's a Navy vet. I'm Army, I reckon you can imagine the fun we have with that. Anyway. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[@tomholzapfel8165]

Over the last two weeks I have been dealing with Jordan and Tim from That Flag Company. I have to say it has been the best customer service I have experienced. At first they had sent me the wrong size union but with an email sent late on a sunday night they offered an apology and a fast replacement. After thinking about what i was going to do with the new union I decided I wanted to add a logo from the church I go to. They were very quick to accommodate my request for the added work. The new union with the logo arrived today and it is awesome! I will highly recommend That Flag Company to anyone that is looking to build their own flag!!!

[@thatflagcompany7105]

It’s been a privilege working with you Tom, and thanks for taking the time to share your experience!!

[@bamamike1013]

Awesome! Veterans learning and buying from Veterans. I’m getting cranked up making these beauties. I’ll be buying my Unions from Jordan. Thanks Brother! -Retired Hooker (CH-47 Dude)

[@petergeorgeopolus3048]

I own basically every NINE LINE SHIRT THEY SELL. I WAS A NINE LINE USER IN THE SERVICE SO. MEANS SOMETHING TO ME. Salute you sir

[@alcscaldwell6024]

Thank you for helping veterans make a little extra it means alot to us

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Thank you for the kind comment Alcs caldwell! I’m glad you found the video useful!!

[@rodfatherschopshop6004]

This is just fantastic!! Thank you for taking the time to make an extremely detailed video. This is great project that anyone can try and feel good about. I hope the vets out there can create an amazing creation for themselves or maybe even a business for themselves. Never to many American flags displayed!!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 U.S.A.!!!!!

[@JoseVargas-yr6om]

Amazing work. I retired from the Canadian Forces and my rest of my life after 32 years woodwork, wood shop. Thanks to all of you posting this. Canada/USA all the way.

[@scottmacgarvey6733]

I've now built 26 flags using the unions from this company. Every union received is amazing quality and detail. Best customer service out there!!

[@slappymcslapster8845]

Hey Scott! I would like to message you privately about all the flags you have made. I went to your KZbin channel to see if there is a way I can message you there but I can't see how. Not sure if you would feel comfortable sharing your email here just so I could contact you that would be great.

[@jhroche75]

Love this tutorial! I’m a veteran and have been wanting to do this for a while. Thank you for helping reignite the spark I needed for this project.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Jason, I loved seeing that this video was helpful for you!! Good luck on your builds and reach out to us anytime!!

[@rhall651]

Bought the Betsy Ross union from the company store and completed the build myself. Very satisfying and fun to do, not to mention you end up with a sweet decorative flag when you're done. Thanks for the video, it really helped me for sure.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Congratulations on a successful first build rhall651!! And thanks for entrusting us with the union!

[@lonewolfcry]

Thank you for this opportunity, As a vet and woodworker this is something that i have tried in the past but they did not come our as i would of liked. Again Thank you.

[@jasonpuffenbarger4957]

Only if everyone would help raise people up. Instead of bringing them down. You guys are awesome.

[@StevePage1]

Great video, simple project. I love that you've got the right attitude about giving a vet (or any other person interested in woodworking) an opportunity to create something that can help get them into the world of selling products. I've got a lot of respect for you guys, based on this video! I'll definitely add this to my "future projects" list - I can see a few of these as Christmas gifts, for sure!

[@unashamedly1776]

Awesome video, thanks for doing it. I will say, you can find the majority of the tools at Harbor Freight for substantially less money; probably knock $20-30 off the total.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Jason Parker, thanks for the helpful comment!

[@FlashSprues]

Great video! When you were explaining laying out the stripes in the correct order. Instead flipping each stripe, take our brush and place a small red dot on the back in the area of the braces.

[@mrichmcbride]

This is an awesome video! This is something I've been wanting to do for my family and friends for some time but just haven't done it yet because I've been busy doing other things. Thank you so much for this video and showing how to do this. I am not a Veteran myself but all men and one woman in my family are. I worked for the VA for 41 years and have many friends who are Veterans and I respect them for their sacrifices and service. Thank you for your service and sacrifice in serving this great country!

[@oliverracuya9899]

Thanks! I followed your simple instructions and create my own masterpiece

[@andrewbeckman351]

Thank you very much for your service to our country sir.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Honored with the opportunity

[@galenmarek8287]

Good god I love America!!!!!!! God Bless The USA!

[@jenniferhood142]

The flag on the wall behind you is gorgeous!! Thank you for your service and for your efforts in showing other veterans a way to make some extra money. Never forget!

[@jstu45]

THANK YOU...I ordered the Betsy Ross union...it was perfect!

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Thanks jstu45!! Enjoy your build and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!

[@ericgauthier8695]

I ordered the Betsy Ross and the USMC one , had o make one of these flags for my war room ( I am a Marine Corps Veteran ) and one to sell so I can buy more and make other one

[@mcortes138]

I love that Engineer Castle...

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Thanks!!

[@ericdivenuti257]

Thank you for randomly popping into my feed. I just finished my third and best flag, never would’ve happened without this video

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Eric Di Venuti, congratulations!! That’s what it’s all about!

[@ericdivenuti257]

I’d love to send you some pics of the flags!!

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Send them! [e-mail]

[@ericdivenuti257]

THAT Flag Company sent!

[@ryanhower1241]

Love that you guys did this. I have my own woodworking business and also a veteran. Love seeing people give back and list excellent job on the video. Will probably be ordering pieces from you for the stars.

[@DowneastThunderCreations]

Thanks for making this video and providing me with lots of inspiration. I make many different things in my shop, but have yet to make any flags. I think the first flag I'll make will be for the outside of my shop with the Marine Corps EGA proudly displayed. Semper Fi

[@thatflagcompany7105]

That's what it is all about!!! I'm incredibly proud that this video provided inspiration to you. Enjoy your build and reach out if you have any questions!!

[@Patriot0331]

Ooh rah! Gonna do the same thing

[@danielscott1838]

I need the one with the engineer castle on it! Sappers lead the way!!!! Great video brother

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Thanks Daniel!

[@specopveteran]

Sweet video and love that y’all didn’t listen to the naysayers. I’ve been wanting one of these and now I have a clue on how to do it. Thanks!!!! MSgt Norton (Retired)

[@johndrouault8211]

Awesome video Brother! I have wanted one of these flags for the longest time and have friends that make them but knew it would mean more to me if I made it. Not many other company owners out there showing people step by step how to do what they do for a living. Thank you.

[@scotthamel7928]

Watched your video last week and made 4 flags for fun. Sold 3 and have orders for more. Thank you

[@jamiethorn8834]

Scott Hamel just curious how much you sell them for?

[@thatflagcompany7105]

That’s awesome!! Thanks for sharing and congratulations!

[@jrendon654]

Very nice. I'm trying to do the same thing after watching this great video. Where did you end up selling them? Online?

[@YouGumppy]

@BOSS MAN Why spoil the patriotic spirit? Scott Hamel may not even be in your part of the country so stating or hiding proprietary information is no skin off your nose.

[@STRYCAZ]

Awesome video! I’m a combat veteran and I’ve been doing flags, for some of my Army bother, with our unit crest (1/23rd INF) on it. I think I’m going to try your method. Thanks for the video, good looking out.

[@kevinhoeg]

Thank you for sharing! Canadian here....will play around with pieces of wood...to create the 'Canadian Flag'. Btw...I like the Betsy Ross flag... my ancestors were part of the American Revolution.

[@bottling.hobo.]

Essayons! I dig the castle in the background.

[@a1930ford]

How about a follow-up video in making the union to this flag? I was also thinking, why not make a two-sided flag that has long stakes sandwiched between them so it can be pushed into the ground at a garden area or such? You could easily do this with the support 1"X2" pices you made to hold the wood together if they were longer and maybe made to a point at the end of them. Nice video, but all the troll crap always ruins the best effort of people to post such and allow comments because of it. I have burned wood, but I also like the effect of home made stains made from stainless steel and vinegar used on old pallet boards or even fence posts/pickets that I got for a fence repair at Lowe's. Nice job and thanks.

[@colbym771]

a1930ford you can find all tha flag specifications online... just a little math but they give you all the formulas you need. I made an awesome flag myself here and used cast iron stars I painted a polyurethane white. Thing is bigger then a 60 inch TV lol but ita beautiful

[@Gr1dSh7ftR]

Great video! Only thing missing is to show how to make the unions. How do you get the stars imprinted on the wood so perfectly?

[@colbym771]

Matt Mondon you can look up specifications online... If i remember right all the dimensions are given based on the hoist width of the flag. You have to calculate all those numbers in.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Hey a1930ford, there are multiple ways to make the union yourself. We started by making a template in Microsoft Office and tracing it onto stencil paper from Hobby Lobby. We then used a knife to cut the stars out of the stencil and could use that stencil to trace the stars onto the union. After the stars are traced, you can use a dremel or a hammer and chisel to engrave them into the union. Hammer and chisel takes more practice to get right but ends up being quicker and better than a Dremel in my opinion. This is the most cost efficient way to make the stars yourself. I have also seen people buy stencils on Amazon but they’re not always proportional for their flag and they’re limited to the one size and style. We will be making a follow up video in the near future covering all of this. However, to make the unions with our level of quality and detail that we offer on our website would cost you thousands of dollars in equipment and multiple tutorial videos. For this reason, we did not go into the details on this video but decided to offer them already completed for $34.95 on THATflagcompany.com in order to provide another option that we wish had been previously available to us when we were starting. I hope this video was useful for you and the follow up response helps give some additional clarity. If you have any questions we can help with, definitely don’t hesitate to ask!

[@DuctTape789100]

@@thatflagcompany7105 It looks like the union is stained similar to the red stripes from the video. What color of stain is used to make the union that color of blue?

[@TheFurrminator]

Great video, helping others is what it's all about. Great job

[@thatflagcompany7105]

We are honored and thrilled to have your approval! You’re a true inspiration!

[@TheFurrminator]

THAT Flag Company thank you so much, I appreciate that. Your video popped up on my feed a few times but I don't really have time to watch all the videos that I'd like to but the fact that your video is a teaching video to help others start a business, I had to watch it. Again, great job and keep up the great work.

[@shakes620]

Hey guys, sorry for jumping in here but I want to thank both of you for the knowledge you have both shared and the work you do. I've started my own Etsy shop thanks to what you have shared!

[@matthewblack111]

I'll echo THAT FG and shakes620. Started on my own and watched Jeff F. (great stencils too!) and have my own little business going. I've never advertised but really enjoy making them for family and Army buddies locally. Interesting how everybody does this differently. I paint first, then join, then burn, and make stars from a chisel. Interesting to see the method of using a stain. A great hobby and I get compliments all the time on my two flags in my office and monster flag I fixed to my fence out front. Keep it up guys.

[@matthewblack111]

I'd add that recently I've completed the flags by hand sanding the corners or any high points. Sanding mostly down to bare wood adds a cool 3rd dimension to the flags.

[@luminol]

My son asked if I could make one of these and I am going to give it a try. Thank you for all the info. I will let you know how it turns out.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Lowell Heinlein, awesome!! I hope the flag turns out great but the experience should be unforgettable!

[@daalisia]

Thank you for sharing! Also, don’t forget to make sure you get your veteran’s discount at Lowe’s, Home Depot, and most Ace Hardwares.

[@myrag7268]

thank u for the help! Im learning to make one for a loved one in the service!

[@acatnamedscoop7718]

I will go make a fresh cup of Black Rifle Coffee n make a cool flag great job but the audio needs Major work

[@Halakah7]

LOVE Black Rifle Coffee.... And I HATE coffee too, go figure... kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHqWgHWQgLhnZs0 kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIndaWSKbKmYeaM

[@rjohnsoneod]

On my third flag. First was an experiment and is hanging in the garage as an example of mistakes. Second one is hanging in my office. On my third I got over confident. went through all the steps and finally flipped it over, marked for the bracing, put glue between the boards, clamped them up while pushing the slightly bent ones back down, put glue on the first bracing, lined it up, pressed down to hold it in place, grabbed the nail gun, and phssssst. The cheap 15yr old nail gun blew a seal. No, I did not throw the nail gun across the room like I wanted to. I put the other bracing in place ran another board across them and set my small generator (40+lbs) on them to hold them in place and walked away. It dawned on me this morning that I had not put anything under the flag so I am afraid to go back to look since it may glued itself to the bench. PMCS your equipment before you start the mission and it may save you and the mission.

[@rjohnsoneod]

Thanks for your videos. Some to the things you pointed out were very helpful. I am retired Army EOD NCO and build book cases, desks, chairs on weekends for family. I watched several videos and had a couple problems when building these myself. I have a hard time getting the wood properly "toasted" I wanted some burnt spots for character but getting the toast color was difficult until I listened to your instructions. Thanks for that. The other issue is staining. I applied two coats while wiping off the excess and letting it dry between coats but cannot seem to get the deep color that you and others seem to accomplish. I used the recommended stain and color. I have used oak, cherry, mahogany, stain for years but never a blue or red. I wipe it on, wait a few minutes, wipe it off, let it dry, and repeat until it is the color that I am looking for. In most of the flag building videos the instructor just applies the stain and moves on to the next step. What is the trick? Do you apply only one coat? Do you wipe off the excess and just not show it? Do you thin out your stain so it soaks in or dries faster? Thanks

[@freedomgunsandliberty]

Use pre stain conditioner especially on pine boards it works wonders

[@adamcroker_hg]

I use Lowe's now, almost exclusively, due to their Veteran's discount. Thanks for this video, both for instruction and inspiration. I will be making my first flag in the next couple weeks because of this video. It will be raffled off during a fundraiser for my son's high school football team. Thanks again, and keep up the good work!

[@thatflagcompany7105]

That’s awesome Adam! Hope the video helps, but feel free to email us or shoot us a message on Facebook Messenger is you have any questions!!

[@adamcroker_hg]

Will do!

[@matthewblack111]

So how did it turn out? I donate these to my guard unit and other events for raffles, and they go over $200 regularly. Great hobby.

[@benfrombc]

Your website page is moving the whole time Can’t focus only making head dizzy 🥴 Great job nice pictures

[@handymanhoney-do6881]

Save a few more bucks by getting wood glue & clamps at harbor freight. They also have a multi tip propane torch for around $30.

[@chunkybones668]

Not sure if anyone has mentioned this or even had this same issue, but the 1x2’s I got from Lowe’s were 1/16 (?) shy of 1.5”. So my 10.5” tall union was ultimately about 1/4” taller than the seven short stripes. I would suggest the alternate method of getting a wider board and ripping it to your desired width.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Hey Chunky Bones! The 1x2’s should measure .75x1.5”. A lot of people have unintentionally grabbed furring strips from Lowe’s that measure smaller than shown in the video similar to the size you mentioned. Great recommendation on ripping your own stripes for those that are able with a table saw.

[@mmenard0313]

Great video. Only suggestion is lowering the volume on the offscreen monologue to match the other. I kept having to raise it to hear some parts, then everyone in my house heard the offscreen speaking. Great stuff though! Thanks for taking to time to.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Thanks Mike! We will work to improve this on our next video. Appreciate the input!!

[@jessemartinez2606]

Hey Mike F U how bout that suggestion!

[@jrendon654]

How is the union made? Can you make a video? I just received a DYI 50 stars union from your site today and am impressed by the quality of it especially the stars.

[@kylethompson5576]

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[@MichaelCook1981]

CNC machine

[@brianp2707]

I've ordered 2 Unions. Definitely CNC router. Very clean and deep stars. No chisel or Dremel. Also I've emailed them a few times with questions. Got back to me in no time. Great people, great work.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Hey J Rendon, I’m glad you liked the union and thanks for entrusting us to build it for you! There are multiple ways to make the union yourself. We started by making a template in Microsoft Office and tracing it onto stencil paper from Hobby Lobby. We then used a knife to cut the stars out of the stencil and could use that stencil to trace the stars onto the union. After the stars are traced, you can use a dremel or a hammer and chisel to engrave them into the union. Hammer and chisel takes more practice to get right but ends up being quicker and better than a Dremel in my opinion. This is the most cost efficient way to make the stars yourself. I have also seen people buy stencils on Amazon but they’re not always proportional for their flag and they’re limited to the one size and style. We will be making a follow up video in the near future addressing all of this. However, to make the unions with our level of quality and detail that we offer on our website would cost you thousands of dollars in equipment and multiple tutorial videos. For this reason, we did not go into the details on this video but decided to offer them already completed for $34.95 on THATflagcompany.com in order to provide another option that we wish had been previously available to us when we were starting. I hope this video was useful for you and the follow up response helps give some additional clarity. If you have any questions we can help with, definitely don’t hesitate to ask!

[@tlmurra]

@@thatflagcompany7105 I for one will continue to buy the Unions from you to support the company as you gave me this idea and opportunity. I can't thank you enough and wish you to continue as well!

[@reedrobb]

Your Lowe’s assistant probably was written up for using the panel saw for sticks of wood. But, it doesn’t surprise me, that’s how Lowes rolls. Thanks for the flag demo and keep up the good work!

[@debrickcorder7193]

It’s a awesome sight to see the Nine Line Shirt 👍🏼 thanks for sharing this info and for your service to our country

[@williamstewart8449]

Volume management might need a bit of tweaking on your video. It varies rom whispering to blasting my speakers all through the video.

[@ravenXcozmo]

Lowe’s is the way to go. Home Depot employees at least over here where I’m from in California don’t know jack about their area of “expertise” they can’t even cut the wood to the size !!! Imo Lowe’s has way better service

[@hollewoodfurniture8190]

That Lowe's worker was using a panel saw to cut 1x2.... Hopefully they have a RAS or miter saw for their employees to use, if they do this guy's dumb lol

[@aaronfreeman4986]

@@hollewoodfurniture8190 Nope, all they have is that panel saw.

[@sirdumbthicc4294]

snipercanez that's because you live in California. People there are more concerned with what gender they are today rather than how to operate any hand tools or know basic math.

[@williamstewart8449]

I've been employed by both and each has an equal amount of untrained employees but both have a few employees that know their stuff....and I did say a few!

[@MrButterbean2787]

I've been making some of these too and I've learned that if you run them through a planer it takes some of the roundness out of one side and sand the sides really smooth and they butt together better.

[@jlynchtx]

I ordered one of your unions and just finished building my first flag using this video. It worked great and I just ordered two more unions so I can make a couple more flags for gifts. Thanks!

[@thatflagcompany7105]

jlynchtx, That’s awesome!!! Thanks for sharing your success story! That’s what this is all about!

[@jlynchtx]

How do you recommend hanging the 36” Flags? Wire screwed to the back?

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Something as simple as 18 gauge wire and screws works quite well. You also have the option to buy picture hanging kits or attaching a couple of D-Rings to the back. I find the d-rings to be inconvenient when trying to hang and level though.

[@joeq522]

You guys are great for that! Thank you!

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Thanks Joe!!!

[@Randy-zk5cn]

Nice! Ty

[@MrDirtysteve75]

That blue really pops with the burned wood. Would look great on a guitar. Hmm Betsy Ross Les Paul for my next build.

[@minecraftpepc]

After watching this I’ve been inspired to try to start a buisness making these as a 16 year old. With christmas money I’m gonna get a shop to make these. Overall Great vid keep up the great work!

[@joethurman2712]

Hi, I saw you recommend the color scarlet for the stripes.. what color stain should I use for the union? Is there a specific name for the blue? Thanks

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Handmade Customs, absolutely! Lowe’s calls the color “True Blue”.

[@michaelcote3351]

I’d love to get my daughter to do this with me I’m very curious how do you create the designs on the unions is it a stencil then you dremil it?

[@kentdavis4446]

Theres a lot of ways to do the union, I'm pretty sure he C&Cs his.

[@Terquilla]

That’s cnc work, for sure.

[@tomdaily6343]

They sell stencils for the unions or can make them for you. I'm going to make one of these and buy a dremel for the stars. A helpful addition to the dremel is a little blower that dremel sells that attaches to the end of the tool. It works like a tiny fan blowing away the dust you creat. They sell dermels and the blower attachment at Home Depot.

[@fat2fit199]

There’s no doubt that’s cnc work those unions are too perfect, never the less still great work!

[@michaelcote3351]

tom daily thanks bud

[@Hagg506]

Nice work. Make yourself a simple 90 degree clamping jig. It makes final assembly and glue up a lot faster and easier. Also ensures everything comes out straight.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Great advice! Thanks!!

[@DMAbCD]

Hello, I am a retired US Army Combat Veteran who has skills at wood working. Thank you for sharing this awesome video.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

I’m glad you found it helpful Daren!! Enjoy your builds!

[@3lbtrigger]

I see that 44 liberals have watched this video. Awesome how to! I'll be trying this out.

[@3lbtrigger]

Now it's up to 63 liberals

[@mtsm-bz9fv]

What size are the stars on the 36” build? Thanks! Great products

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Roughly 1.2”

[@kennypowers17]

How do you make the stars??

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Dorkchop, There are multiple ways to make the union yourself. We started by making a template in Microsoft Office and tracing it onto stencil paper from Hobby Lobby. We then used a knife to cut the stars out of the stencil and could use that stencil to trace the stars onto the union. After the stars are traced, you can use a dremel or a hammer and chisel to engrave them into the union. Hammer and chisel takes more practice to get right but ends up being quicker and better than a Dremel in my opinion. This is the most cost efficient way to make the stars yourself. I have also seen people buy stencils on Amazon but they’re not always proportional for their flag and they’re limited to the one size and style. However, to make the unions with our level of quality and detail that we offer on our website would cost you thousands of dollars in equipment and multiple tutorial videos. For this reason, we did not go into the details on this video but decided to offer them already completed for $34.95 on THATflagcompany.com in order to provide another option that we wish had been previously available to us when we were starting. I hope this video was useful for you and the follow up response helps give some additional clarity. If you have any questions we can help with, definitely don’t hesitate to ask!

[@kennypowers17]

THAT Flag Company Thank you very much. Sounds like it's just easier for you to do the Stars for me :)

[@3rdcoastpescador42]

You can also get those types of clamps at Harbor Freight if yall have one near by. The 36 inch clamps were about 7 dollars I got smaller ones for 6 and some change I got 2. Life time warranty also.

[@LeavesChangingColors]

That Engineer Castle will look amazing in my office! 🤙🏼 Sappers Lead the Way!

[@billstahr1]

Great video. I’m making one right now. Fun project. I would like to say that since you originally made this video, Lowes has changed their policy (at least near me) and they will not cut the wood for you. They only cut them to fit in your car. That being said, it’s not a hard to cut and you don’t even need a powered saw. Get a little $10.00 mitre box/saw. You’d be surprised how versatile it is. My old mitre saw motor burned out and I didn’t have the money to buy a new one for a while. It was really useful.

[@2AChef-n-BBQ]

You guys just hit #1 on the Cool meter

[@johngomez8508]

This is really cool! I think this is a great idea for retired vets. Thanks for sharing!

[@rogerjones8754]

Thank you for the tutorial. Just looking for a little one time project and it was very informative. It was kind of you to share your insights.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Thanks Roger!! Glad you found the video helpful and informative!

[@EllisDesignandTradeCo]

Check craigs or marketplace for clamps, you can pickup a great set for next to nothing.

[@j316finewoodworking6]

I recieved the order I placed, built the 36 inch flag..and WOW...I immediately order 2 more unions as the one I built is a Christmas present. I am also building one for our local sheriff department because we need our first responders and they seem to get neglected around here. The quality of the union I got is great. Look for me purchasing a lot more in the future. Again thanks for your service and best wishes. And Merry Christmas to you and yours.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Steve Miller, reading this just made my day! That is what it is all about!! Good on you for taking your time and effort to show your support for your Sheriff’s department. We did the same for our police, sheriff, and fire departments. It’s awesome to see that happening elsewhere! Keep up the amazing work!

[@jethro9341]

Put glue on both side of your stripes, also glue the supports even though they are stapled. You will get a much sturdier build that way.

[@Matt_Hatt3r]

😍😍😍😍😍 wow I have found what I want to do for a hobby! Those look AMAZING! And super simple to create! 👍

[@BananaPrint510]

Thanks

[@MrJCD3]

Made my first flag today. Thanks for the video. Only thing I would improve it with is the measurements...flag at 37" wide...cool. Made with 1x2 furring strips...so this worked fine. The union however presents a problem. 10.5 inches high is good...goes with the material. But the width of the union...needs to be closer to 15 inches...most stencils are 10.5 high by 14.8 wide. So I would make the flag a little wider to balance the look. More like 39 inches. Also...used 5 pipe clamps...worked great. Thanks again guys. Off and running.

[@rogerwa123]

Here's an idea for you, create router templates for the unions. Doing the stars with a dremel is incredibly time consuming. I'm not looking to make any money but the stars would reduce your potential margin (time is money). I have been thinking of a way to do it faster and I think a template built out of plywood that you could use to use as a router guide would be great.

[@ronaldamoling8847]

Great video! Very informative and easy to follow. I bought a Betsy Ross 1776 union for a 48" flag. It was shipped promptly and arrived in perfect condition. I made my first flag of the course of this past weekend and it looks great! Thanks for the info and the inspiration!

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Thanks Ronald and congratulations on your successful first build!!

[@jakemerriman9820]

Thanks for the video. Just finished my first build and turned out amazing. I drew my own union stencil up in cad and used a dremel to carve it out.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Jake Merriman, congratulations on a successful first build!!

[@thunderman21]

You get a follow just from being from Texas! Thanks for the tips... I hope to start my own business someday.

[@CalvinWauchope]

Killer video. Semper Fi Killer! Just getting into flags, working on some cutting boards now. Appreciate the intel.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Calvin Wauchope, my pleasure!! You’re going to love building them!

[@mccslawg]

Thank you. I really like the idea of me giving thing a try...

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Go for it Reggie!! You won’t regret it!

[@bibs1870]

Nice video - you made it super easy to follow step by step. Nice finished product too!

[@mr.lourod6175]

AWESOME!!! and I will be attempting to make this VERY soon! Thank you for sharing.

[@GaryDrumm]

This is awesome! My teenage son and I are gonna make these.

[@sflagg0817]

great video thanks for sharing i chuckled a bit at 11:20 or so when you said the edges were "whompy" looking it made me think of MR 731 Matt Outlaw from 731 woodworks cause he uses that word from time to time on his chanel

[@squeeze333]

Good Job and Good choice of shirt, Nine Line....

[@mfrutchey]

Awesome - Thanks for posting !! Will be making a flag for our home.

[@InstaNatureForYourEyes]

Wow! That turned out sooooo awesome! Love it.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Thanks thedogatesoup1!!!

[@bigpaulallen5745]

Thanks for the video and I have done a few line flags recently, I'm sure they will turn out better now

[@rspivey53]

Thanks for sharing your wonderful ideas. I already have a good start with saw and Brad nailer. I will be ordering your materials and start small until I get the hang of things.

[@simsational1]

Great stuff Jordan

[@inspiringbuilds]

Great work, helping others or what I call Inspiring others is what it’s all about! Subscribed!

[@wallysworld5518]

Thank you for posting this video. I will give it my best shot and make a flag following your video.

[@rawalz1]

Great video. Well done

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Thanks RWA Handyman Solution!!

[@mrbishop2098]

Awesome and thanks for posting this. Your video was very helpful. I just finished mine and put it above the fireplace. My wife loves it. I wound up buying the star stencil from Amazon and traced it onto the union I cut as per your dimensions. I went to a store in Nashville called WoodCraft to buy some wood carving tools, and took my time carving out every star....uh yeah not so fun and it took a few days to do. But in the end, it came out great and the stars look sharp.

[@thatflagcompany7105]

Awesome!! Congratulations on a successful build! Glad the video helped!

[@nooknerdz]

Clever twist on a wonderful woodworking project! It's a win-win for everyone...very nice!

[@johncooper9976]

Good video. I am going to make some flags for sure. Going to change it up a bit.