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How To Fold a Flag

  1. Lay out flag and smooth any wrinkles:
    Flag Step 1

  2. Fold flag lengthwise:
    Flag Step 2

  3. Fold flag lengthwise again, making sure the stars remain outward in full view:
    Flag Step 3

    • A large flag may have to be folded lengthwise a third time.

  4. Start a triangular fold as shown:
    Flag Step 4

  5. Form a second triangle as shown:
    Flag Step 5

  6. Continue folding triangles:
    Flag Step 6

  7. You're finished when you see:
    Flag Step 7