Just because you are adhering to a budget doesn't mean that you can't get into the spirit of things.
I went to Walmart and was looking for a flag for the porch, they were all over $12 and I couldn't afford a flag AND sparklers unless I was willing to get a little creative. I then spotted a package of two smaller flags for $2.40, meant for use at parades or for cemeteries. I figured why not. I got them home and made homemade flag holders from a cottage cheese container (which I will show you below) and I am so happy with my purchase. They look amazing and are eye catching. I can keep them for Veterans Day and Memorial Day too, or maybe I will leave them up all summer.
I went to Walmart and was looking for a flag for the porch, they were all over $12 and I couldn't afford a flag AND sparklers unless I was willing to get a little creative. I then spotted a package of two smaller flags for $2.40, meant for use at parades or for cemeteries. I figured why not. I got them home and made homemade flag holders from a cottage cheese container (which I will show you below) and I am so happy with my purchase. They look amazing and are eye catching. I can keep them for Veterans Day and Memorial Day too, or maybe I will leave them up all summer.
To install cut up a plastic container until you have two squares approximately 3x3 inch square. Fold in half around the flag stem white side out and staple it tight. Voila! Easy as apple pie! Actually, I think apple pie is harder.