How to Fold the American Flag

You can buy a pre-folded American flag from us in two different sizes - large 5x9.5 standard US military burial (casket) size or small 3x5 presentation size. These flags are made in the USA and skillfully folded by our craftsmen in the mountains of NC. Or use our step by step instructions below to fold your American flag.

When you have successfully folded your flag, place it in a high quality American made Flag Display Case.

Step 1

To properly fold the Flag, begin by holding it waist-high with another person so that its surface is parallel to the ground.

Step 2

Fold the lower half of the stripe section lengthwise over the field of stars, holding the bottom and top edges securely.

Step 3

Fold the flag again lengthwise with the blue field on the outside.

Step 4

Make a triangular fold by bringing the striped corner of the folded edge to meet the open (top) edge of the flag.

Step 5

Turn the outer (end) point inward, parallel to the open edge, to form a second triangle.

Step 6

The triangular folding is continued until the entire length of the flag is folded in this manner.

Step 7

When the flag is completely folded, only a triangular blue field of stars should be visible.

Step 8

Preserve the quality of your heirloom flag by placing it in a high quality American made Flag Display Case. Customize your flag case with laser engraving or a personalized engraved plate. Add a service medallion or laser logo.

You may also take your flag to a local Boy Scout troop of VFW post for folding. A nice donation would be appreciated.