How to Build an American Flag Out of Wood
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- Опубликовано: 30 июл 2024
- In this video I show you how to build an American Flag out of wood. This is a DIY American flag made out of wood with the Pledge of Allegiance hand painted on the stripes. This is a beautiful piece of American Flag wall art. My wife added the lettering by hand. I make these flags out of spruce wood. I use red, white and blue water based stain for the colors on this .. The stars are painted using a stencil (see link below) and flat white spray paint. You will get a little over spray from the paint if you are not very careful. This is where distressing the flag helps. Check the links below for supplies and tool used in this build.
Cut list to build the flag:
6 - 1 1/2" strips cut 37" long
7 - 1 1/2" strips cut 22 1/2" long
Union cut 14 1/2" wide by 10 5/8" tall
You'll need 4 - 1 1/2" strips for the back running vertical to hold the flag together. These are cut 18 1/2" long. I use glue and brad nails to attach them to the back. The hanging hardware is attached to the outer 2 vertical strips.
Stains used in this build are from Sherwin Williams. I just had them mix me red, white, and blue stains. Colors are: MW-51 Navy Blue, Crimson Red, and just plain white stain.
Check out full resolution images of this build on my blog: www.731woodworks.com/731-blog...
Check out my Thin Blue Line Flag video here: • How to Build a Thin Bl...
Supplies used in this build:
General Finishes High Performance Top Coat: amzn.to/2R0xa28
50 Stars Stencil: amzn.to/2IjwtwX
(I now sell a 1 time use stick on stencil that works well, available here: www.etsy.com/listing/72808723... )
Wood Glue: amzn.to/2Dx563R
D Ring hanging hardware: amzn.to/2Oglr14
Router Bits: amzn.to/2xE7Nv0
Bench Dogs: amzn.to/2DxRBRy
Bench Dog Painting Cones: amzn.to/2Oglxps
120 Grit Sandpaper: amzn.to/2IjwKjt
Johnson's Paste Wax: amzn.to/2Dz2sKY
Valspar Antiquing Wax: amzn.to/2OjUVng
Oil Based Paint Pens: amzn.to/2Ihg7oB
Tools I recommend: www.amazon.com/ideas/amzn1.ac...
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Working with wood and power tools is inherently dangerous. Anyone using any of the tools or supplies used in these videos are personally responsible for learning the proper techniques involved, and he or she assumes all risks and accepts complete responsibility for any and all damages and injury of any kind.
Before using any hand or power tool with which you are unfamiliar, consult its operating instructions, and if necessary, seek instruction by a qualified person well versed in its operation and appropriate safety techniques.
731 Woodworks is intended for entertainment purposes only. There are no warranties implied and your results may differ from ours. You should NOT rely solely upon the information and techniques discussed and displayed in these videos. Rather, you should fully research each technique and decide for yourself what is the safest possible work method for you.
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What size do you make your Union for your flag cut out of plywood? THIS is awesome ! so talented, i'm learning....
Mat my name is Joe frome I've been watching you for a while now and have learned so much from being a beginer you are a huge help to me i would like to know how you determine the length of your flag compaired to the size of the Union any help would be very much appreciated have a blessed day
I’ve watched 2 of your videos and what a gift God has given you sir. Not just the woodworking but you’re positive attitude and your ability to teach these things. Keep it up
I appreciate the kind words!
I love how you routed the edges of each piece! I've been looking for wood flag ideas and I think yours is my favorite.
Me and my husband Harrell have started out the year out right full blown on woodworking letting God take the wheel. Thank you for pushing us. Bless you both.
Matt thank you for what you do. You have given me new life and retirement has new meaning. I like you music.
I appreciate that. I’m glad the videos have helped you!
Love these. I'm glad people like you take your time to share your knowledge. Keeps the craft moving along for new people and the next generation.
Glad you like them!
I just recently discovered your videos. You have come a long way with your RUclips skills. Even your earlier videos are excellent compared to most.
I also have noticed that you are more comfortable in front of the camera now, and your personality comes through.
I've learned much from you about woodworking. And I also am enjoy watching your progress as a woodworker and a RUclipsr.
There are some talented woodworking folks out there that just don't have what it takes to produce good quality videos.
You are doing an awesome job, and many of us are grateful for your service you are providing.
I think I will try one of these flags next week.
Great work! Thanks for sharing your tips and tricks. That’s a awesome product-especially for the times we are living in.
I started making my own flag tonight. I am on quarantine so I dug through the garage looking for scrap wood. This is really my first real woodworking project in 20 years. I thought I would get cute and use some old 2x6's that I had. I ripped strips off of them an inch wide. Put the strips together and they were all kinds of twisted. Used your jointer method using the level and it worked. Not perfect but good enough. I just enjoy doing this. I want to make stuff in my free time that can be a blessing to others. I can't pay the bills using my hands though lol. God Bless!
Awesome
Nice job, Matt. After watching your video I can’t wait to build one myself. Thanks for sharing and keeping it simple for beginners like me.
Thank you
Appreciate you taking the time to share have a blessed day
Thank you for the kind words!
I watch your videos during my morning coffee, it puts me in a positive mindset for the day. Thank you for that.
God Bless
Really enjoyed this... making on this weekend. Thanks and blessings
Thank you
I love your channel my brother! Thank you for doing all these videos and for all the information you share to help people like me are trying to get started in this business! God bless you and your family!
Thank you 🙏🏻
I love your version of the flags. I’m working on one now to my father’s memory.
new to woodworking, like the straight edge trick with the level
Love your videos.Never met a woodworker so open before.God Bless. 🤓
Wow, thank you
I can’t wait to do a flag,I’m still trying to get these end tables and coffee tables down to a T.... I do like the lettering on the flag,looks awsome all around Matt🔥🔥🔥
Thank you. My wife did an amazing job on the lettering.
@@731Woodworks I was going to ask you about the lettering. Did she do it freehand or use a template? Thanks Matt
AWESOME video !!! Great job. Thanks for sharing .
Thanks. I appreciate that. Are you going to build one?
We've been selling Texas pieces in our area. Never thought of the pledge on a flag. Great idea and your flag turned out great!
Thank you.
Nice project and lots of helpful tips for a successful build.
Glad it was helpful!
I just discovered your channel but I’ve gotta say I’m happy I did. I love the quality of your content and character. Keep it up.
Awesome build, thanks for sharing. Love the K.I.S.S. Method of your builds
Glad you like it
Your guidance is amazing bro. I love your attitude and generosity toward helping us in our love for woodworking, woodart woodcraft etc. Keep it up bro!!!! Love, peace and blessings to you and your family.
I appreciate that 👊🏻
@@731Woodworks no doubt bro!!!!
The first few videos of yours that I've watched are great. You give enough detail on how to make things without go so far in that it becomes boring. I just Subscribed. Keep up the great work!
Awesome, thank you!
Great job explaining everything thank you
Love the videos and how simple you explain the how to do it. My first attempt at the flag has different thickness and wasn't really happy with it, used 1x 5 1/2 pine boards, any suggestions would be appreciated. You inspired me to get back in the mood to make sawdust, thank you
Yes I will build one. I ordered the stencil and topcoat.
Great! Let me know how it turns out!
Awesome build love the flag thanks
Thank you
Great job. That's awesome.
Thank you!
Great job matt! Love it!
Thank you!
Beautiful!
Thank you! Are you thinking of building one yourself?
Hello Matt, This is an awesome project! I am going to make a couple for my kids teachers!!
Thank you. Go for it
Today I learned that when I use 1x4's instead of 1x6's, the left over strip on the 2nd cut is exactly the width I need for making runners for sleds on my table saw. It isn't the exact depth to go very deep into the miter slot but the width is perfect. Im going to see if this will work or if I'll need to glue 2 of them together. I thought it was a pretty cool discovery. 🙂
I want one!!!! 🇺🇸
We sell them on our Etsy store www.etsy.com/shop/731Woodworks
Flag looks great. I enjoy your projects . Gonna have a crack at this one 👍. Cheers
Thank you. Share your work with me if you don’t mind. Would love to see it when you’re finished
@@731Woodworks will do bud ✌️
Turned out good Matt.
Thank you.
Love your flag! Great job!
Thank you
I’ve watched quite a few of your videos. Really love em. I’m gonna make my daughter one of these and hopefully similar to this one. Oh, she’s a teacher. Just wanted to say thanks for videos.
Glad they help
👍🏻🇺🇸 When I was a kid in school it was a normal thing to say The Pledge of Allegiance in California....Not anymore 😞 I believe they would love take the flag 🇺🇸 out of the schools in them liberal states. It would be a great thing to see that flag in the school’s classrooms and teach our children to respect their flag. My daughter is a Vice Principal in a California school and couldn’t take it anymore. So her and husband and kids sold their home and moved to the great state of Texas where teachers teach in a classroom and want to work and care about their students.
Love your Flag 🇺🇸
As a fellow wood worker, I like your approach to showing & explaining your projects! I subscribed and gave you the “👍🏻”!
Take care!
Barry Bond
Lawton, OK
U.S. Army Retired
Awesome. Thank you. And thank you for your service!
Marine Corp Retired
Thank you for your service
You are very good at this and you are the only one i watch. I dont do social media of any kind. But i will do what i can for you
That means a lot. I appreciate that very much.
Thanks for the help,Subscribed and liked.
Thank you
Great vid man, and music is awesome too
Thank you!
Very cool! I have also heard that used wet coffee grounds can be used to age or weather wood! I have tried it on small projects it seems to work! Apply Polly after that and your golden! Golden brown anyway!! Lol
Cool. I’ve seen some use vinegar and steel wool to do the same aging process.
731 Woodworks I have heard of that also. I use vinegar to get rid of my gofers. I have puppies and they get into everything...lol
Those skinny strips you have left over would make some great barbie furniture but I'm not sure there are any little girls that still play with them. I had my own business quite a few years back and those were great sellers around Christmas and for birthdays.
Good idea thanks
it is perfect
Great job
Made 3.different size flags using your videos.thanks
Awesome
That's very nice. Love it. Only if I could use a saw. 😀
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I’m going to make a few, however I’m going to toast the wood with a propane torch before I use the stain.
That'll look awesome!
I made a flag but I didn’t paint the white strips. I left them natural but hit them with the torch. I thought it looked pretty nice. It really brings out the grain.
I’d love to see how that turned out! I am kind of obsessed with all the variations to that technique and how beautiful it makes the wood grain! I just did a reclaimed wood wall and we did a deep burn and sanded with a brush wheel after on some of the pieces of the wall and all of the trim for the whole room and it was dirty dirty work but man was it worth it! I would be willing to bet it was gorgeous for your flag!
What kind of pain did you use for the thin blue line flag? I'm thinking about using spray. Or would regular house paint work better. I love your videos. Im starting my beginner wood working shop set up this week
I like it good job
Thanks for the videos! I Have tried a couple of your other projects. Besides the union back runner do you have a specific measurement for the others from the edge?
Your wife did great job writing
Loved the vid. Just subscribed
Great! Thank you
What did you use for the Union cut? I am thinking a 1X12. My husband and I love your videos, thank you for sharing.
Love this, great job.
Thank you! Are you looking to build an similar?
I’ve always wanted to do something artistic where I can work with my hands .I’m looking to try to start doing this kind of work on the side! You helped get me a little insight. I used to paint often.
This is a great hobby. Hollar if you need any advice
I definitely will. Already getting some supplies you suggested. Thanks man! 🇺🇸
Anytime! Good luck!
Love the flags. My question, you put a wax and antiquing stain on prior to the finished seal coat, doesn't the wax keep the seal coat from adhering the the project?
It didn't affect anything with this build. Typically I do it the other way
Awesome video! Could you use pocket holes to attach the panels together instead of the boards on the back? For a more seamless look?
Maybe, the thinner strips may be too thin to get a pocket hole to properly drill
Awesome job on the Flag, Video, AND the clear, simple instructions!
Thank You! I'm VERY happy to have found you!
2 quick things-
1. Playing music when using machines- GREAT!
Too many people don't adjust for the difference in
level. When quietly watching in the middle of the night, they turn on the saw, And suddenly the ROAR comes blasting out!
2. After you assembled the
Stripes, you went back and sanded, and sealed the face of the flag, but you didn't touch the ends.
Won't the ends stick out, as
bright, solid, NON-distressed, NON-waxed
Part of an otherwise distressed, waxed board?
NOT critical, Just curious!
--THANKS!
Matt great content and great delivery. You make these projects very easy to follow along. Im in the process of building a few of these for gifts. Couple questions. Is there a reason you dont use birch for the stripes as well. Also why use the antiqueing was vs burning the wood for the desired color? I ask these because im using some left over birch for the entire project and intend to burn them for the desired aged look but was hoping to head off any problems pending your response.
Thanks. It would be hard to roundover the plywood and make it look right. I just liked the look of the wax.
@@731Woodworks matt thanks for the reponse. I did some test pieces after sanding and then sanding and burning. Ill stick to just sanded and im seeing what you mean. I was able to round the ply over smooth but the edges are taking the stain darker.
Great video.. awesome flag..only recommendation is that you cut up the shirt you're wearing to stain next time ;)
I was watching “Fixer to Fabulous” last night and what appeared to be one of your flags was on display on the wall in David Marrs’ workshop in Bentonville. Was it one of yours? You are both amazing Arkansas craftsmen.
As far as I'm aware, it isn't one of mine.
Hey Matt, thanks for all you input in helping us with woodworking. Question for you. Do you know why why when I rip 1x4's I noticed at times small gap between the board and the fence even though I use your technique to joint with a 4' level and make sure I keep the wood up against the fence? This is causing me to clamp down hard to close them up, don't like doing that. Any thoughts? Thanks.
How long of a board are you trying to joint. If they are longer than 4.5 to 5 feet it’s hard to make the table saw jointing method work well. If not, make sure the board against the level is touching on the ends and not in the middle and not on the ends. So if it’s warped, you eant the gap to be in the middle and not on the ends. Make sense?
@@731Woodworks Thank, I'll give it a try.
It's funny to me I've been subbed to you for awhile now while also being in your fb group and just yesterday realized it was your group 😂
lol 👊🏻
What clamps are those, that you lay the pieces on and hold together? Great video
They are 60 inch F style clamps I got from Harbor Freight. www.harborfreight.com/60-in-aluminum-f-style-bar-clamp-60673.html
Very nice my friend! Where did you get the star stencils?
Thank you. I buy them from amazon here: www.amazon.com/Stencil-Template-American-Stencils-Reusable/dp/B075FB8VBQ/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=50+star+stencil&qid=1548093825&sr=8-3-spons&psc=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=731woodworks-20&linkId=c7d65c818a025286ed35614c1f3c77de&language=en_US (affiliate link)
Great video, very informative. Why did you use spruce as compared to other woods such as pine?
At my local lumber store I can get “appearance grade” Spruce. Also called paint grade at some stores. Basically it’s sanded already and requires less sanding. I also like the color of Spruce vs pine. Pine tends to be more yellow where Spruce is a whiter wood. When you stain it, the colors stay more true.
Thanks for the quick response. As I remember from years ago, down south you have yellow pine. Up here, Chicago, we have white pine which I have to assume looks like spruce. Thanks again
Yes we have yellow pine here.
If you have a Cricut machine you could make the letters from vinyl if you can't write good lol. I'm always getn the wife to make me stuff out of vinyl lol
For sure
On your measurement why do you add and 1/8 inch for the union (10 5/8) when the stripes are 10 1/2 ? Just curious if you oversize for a reason. Thanks and I love your videos
I have found that is the right size to work out perfectly for me when everything is squeezed together with the clamps.
Good stuff!! Where did you find that attachment for your sander? I’ve been looking everywhere for one and can’t find it? I’m trying to hook up my ridgid vacuum hose to it but can’t find a connection
Thank you. The attachment came with the DWV010 dust extractor that I have: ruclips.net/video/3o2WMtsIOnM/видео.html
i would like to make one for the 4th July with pallet wood - my question - which brand and make water based wood stain did you use? Can the flag be placed outdoors? is it a stain and sealer which offers all-weather defense in just one coat? is it a Semi-transparent stain that adds more grain-enhancing color and sun protection? Does it Provided mold and mildew resistant finish?
Great video!! I didn’t notice if you said it but what was the thickness of the plywood you used for the corner with the stars? 1/2 inch?
3/4"
I'm definitely using your video to make me one. Do you mine if I share your video on my channel. Loved the information you gave. Thank you for sharing.
I don’t mind at all! Thanks
For the stain, what base did you use? There is a clear, white, and white wash. I assume clear but I just wanted to be sure because I really like that wood grain look!
Not sure exactly. I just asked the Sherwin Williams guy to mix up American flag colors in water based stain
Really nice work.
What did your wife use to write the Pledge with?
She used an oil based pen like these: amzn.to/2PhxoRi They work very well for that type application. They are oil based, so if you use an oil based clear coat on top be sure to allow them to fully dry or they will smear. I waited 24 hours before applying the clear coat, but I used water based clear coat. (affiliate link)
731 Woodworks thanks for the info
Sure thing!
Thanks for making this video - very helpful to a novice woodworker such as myself. I am making a couple of these flags as gifts and trying to pick out appropriate hanging hardware. Would you happen to know the approximate weight of the finished flag?
Cheers
Brendan
About 10-12 pounds
Thank you
Great video, but just one question. I have made several flags and am having trouble getting the sharp clean stars as you have, any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much
So do you have any tips/hints on how tight to do the clamps? I'm having a tough time making the pressure consistent across all four clamps. I want it to be tight enough to flip it but not so tight, that it starts to buckle.
I just snug em up. I don't have an method. Just till they feel snug and all the joints are tight.
What is the name of the white stain you used on the flag?
Also, what type of material is used for the union?
Thank you for your passion
Awesome flag. Quick question. What clamps are those you use while applying glue and initial assembly? Thanks
50” from Harbor Freight
i looked at a lot of videos and yours looked the best. You can tell you have pride in your work. I notice you used two boards in the blue line union.Do you still do that?
Thank you, I appreciate that. I am not using 2 boards anymore. I have found that cutting a piece of 3/4" sanded plywood to size works best. I get the sanded birch plywood from Lowe's.
What type/size of plywood did you use for the stars?
Thank you in advance! Your work is TOP NOTCH!
Sanded birch
Is it 3/4 inch? And that you for the speedy response.
@@justinlloyd3921 Yes 3/4" sorry about that.
@@731Woodworks Thanks Matt!
Hey quick question... how come you put wax on , then cleared over the wax? Wouldn’t you clear it, then wax last ?
I do clear coat first then was last.
Love your channel and love the flag build, I would like to build a flag also but I am as you are with NO artist ability and no one around me to help, I wish your wife could make a template of the pledge of allegiance that you could sell to those of us that don't have the ability. Thanks for listening. Jimmy Turner, Buffalo, Mo.
Great job man. Beginner question. I tried one time before to paint over stain with a cricut stencil. Turned out great until I brushed on the clear coat. The paint smudged some. I had given the paint like 24 hours to dry. Any idea why this would happen? I don’t remember what brands I was using. Maybe cheap paint/clear coat will do that?
Did you use water based clear coat? that's what I would suggest
@@731Woodworks almost positive I did. Wanting to make that marine flag for a friend and would hate to mess it up on the last step. Thinking I’ll verify all water based and try on a scrap piece first. Thank you for all your tips and videos!
Hello Matt
Would your stencils in your amazon work good for hand carving with a Dremel. I would be happy to purchase thru you if so. I used a small stencil on first flag and used it as a guide when carving with my Dremel, which I like once I found the right bits. I plan to do both eventually, but thought I return a little since you got me started....p.s. The stencil i used was made of some type of thicknplastic
I used them to trace stars onto the boards, then Dremel them out. Boy is that a lot of work!
Sorry if this is a dumb question but did you use plywood for the square that the stars are on? Thank you!!!
Yes, 3/4” sanded birch plywood. Works much better for stenciling stars
You don't have a problem putting finish over the wax? Love this project, Thanks
No issues. The wax dried to a hard finish.
@@731Woodworks thanks!
You’re welcome! Are you making a flag yourself?
@@731Woodworks Yes I will be. There are many ideas out there but your seem to appeal to me the most. A Christmas present for my daughter and son-in-law.
@@731Woodworks I will be. There are many ideas and methods out there. Your design seems to appeal to me the most. A christmas present for my daughter and son-in-law who is a firefighter.
Do you also use the 1/4 round over bit on all four edges of the union portion?
Yes
Great video. What size nails did you use on this?
Love this flag. How would you package and ship that? Asking because I want to build one and ship it to a friend of mine.
Hi Matt. I'm sure you've been asked how long you leave your star stencil on after painting it. Can you say it again how long. Thanks 😊
Hi Matt. Nice video and as always great finished product. I am gonna try making my first flag soon. I am planning on making a gold bar flag for a 911 dispatcher. What do you suggest using for a bold gold bar look?
Maybe test some metallic gold spray paint?
@@731Woodworks Sounds good. I will try it out.
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Love the project. Could you list the stains you used for the red white and blue? I did a quick search and I found "Crimson" for red, "Pure White", and "Navy Blue" from Minwax.
Sorry, I didn’t get the exact colors. I just went to Sherwin Williams and had them mix red, white and blue stains for me in a water based mixture.
Not sure if it helps now or not but went to Sherwin Williams and got stain yesterday. Got the same Minwax water based. Here are the colors that seemed to look good. Red - MWB-55 Crimson
, White - MWB-57 Pure White, Blue - MWB-51 Navy Blue. Hopefully this helps.
Thank you for the info
I use Crimson and Navy Blue oil based stain from MinWax. I like the deeper finish. I also torch the wood before staining
I have a cousin in N.C. that is a firefighter. He makes flags, but not quite as nice as yours. I sent him you channel name. Great looking flag.
Thank you
Matt I noticed that the grain of the plywood union ran north and south. Might have been better to run it with the orientation of the stripes.
Love your videos I watched one where you put the marine symbol in the flag I want to make one for my father how did you mount the symbol on the flag thanks in advance
I used construction adhesive
Hi! It looks really good! I just wonder if im going to sell it how much could i sell it for?
I have a video that talks about what I priced my projects here: ruclips.net/video/gubAzW8BTW0/видео.html
I would like to make a flag like you have their but continue the round edges all the way thru the stars, I would be using the stripes all the way. Any ideas on how to apply the stencil and paint without too much bleeding? Thanks.
Stick on stencils work well. Need a cricut or someone with one to make it for you