How To Have Fun With Flags

Four countries comprise the United Kingdom - England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. The Union Flag, or Union Jack, is the result of the combination, or union, of the countries that became united to become the United Kingdom. Richard I of England in 1194 introduced a flag with a red cross on a white background called the Cross of St. George as the national flag of England. James I, also known as King James VI of Scotland, succeeded Richard I in 1603, during his reign he combined the Scottish flag of St.

Andrew - a diagonal white cross on a blue background with the Cross of St. George. The flag began to be known as "The Union" by 1707. When Northern Ireland became a part of the United Kingdom in 1801 King George III added the St.

Patrick's flag - a red diagonal cross on a white background, to the Union Jack. The flag of Wales was not incorporated into the Union Jack as in 1606, when the Union Jack was created; Wales was already united with England.

So what, you might say, is fun about a flag? Well, lots! You can find and purchase the representation of the Union Jack on an assortment of items at a flag store. Bedding, tie clips, bow ties, hats, doormats - just about anything you can purchase, you can have with the Union Jack represented on it. From quality-sewn flags, to your underwear, the Union Jack can be there. The next time you go to the beach - take your Union Jack flag towel or beach chair.

On your next formal occasion wear a Union Jack bow tie! Or how about a Union Jack waistcoat and cuff links! For more casual occasions, choose polo, Bermuda shorts, or flip-flops. When it rains - pull out your Union Jack poncho.

For women, you can dress up in a flag mini skirt, a glitter flag t-shirt, strappy flag vests, thongs and pyjamas. For the home, items with flag themes include: coffee mugs, cushions, doormats, duvet covers, hot water bottles, serviettes, paper plates and cups, tea towels and shopping bags.

Other items you can purchase at a fun flag store are: embroidered handkerchiefs, ski hats, wigs, scarves, bandanas, baseball caps, and plastic hats. Slippers and socks are available as well as stickers, lapel badges and embroidered badges. And if that is not enough, you can also choose from playing cards, teddy bears, watches, vanity cases, belt buckles - almost anything imaginable you can purchase with the Union Jack on it!

Among the fun items you can purchase at a flag store you can also purchase a variety of flags and bunting. Flags that are sewn and ready to fly are available. You may also purchase the pole to fly your flag from. Poles are available that can be permanently fixed in the ground or wall mounted.

Whether you wish to purchase a traditional flag, have your next party with a flag theme, or just want to display your patriotism in your clothing, you can find what you want at an online flag store.