How to Display a CA Bear Flag Gold Indoors and Out
By Hand-Made Surf Flags | Slightly Choppy Artifacts | Published: 2026-10-24
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to properly display your hand-made CA Bear Flag Gold both indoors and outdoors with step-by-step advice on hanging, placement, and care.
Quick answer
Hang your CA Bear Flag Gold indoors with a simple nail or hook, or outdoors with weather-resistant hardware and a spot that gets partial shade to protect the hand-painted felt.
Indoor vs. outdoor display differences
The CA Bear Flag Gold is crafted from washed black canvas with painted and sewn felt appliqué, so it has a rugged, textured look that works in both settings. Indoors, you have more freedom with placement and can use lightweight hardware. Outdoors, the flag will face sun, wind, and moisture, so you need to take a few extra steps to keep the felt and paint in good shape.
Because the flag uses natural twine and twill tape at the top, it hangs best from a horizontal rod or a single nail. Avoid folding the top edge over a thin wire, which can crease the canvas over time.
Choosing the right hanging method
For indoor displays, a simple picture hook or small nail works well. The flag is lightweight and the twine loop at the top is sturdy enough to hold it. If you want to show the full design without the twine showing, use a thin wooden dowel or a decorative rod threaded through the twill tape channel.
For outdoor use, opt for a weatherproof hook or a small bracket that keeps the flag off the wall so air can circulate behind it. This prevents moisture from getting trapped against the canvas.
How to hang your CA Bear Flag Gold
- Choose your spot: Decide whether the flag will go indoors or outdoors. Indoors, pick a wall away from direct sunlight to preserve the felt colors. Outdoors, choose a covered porch or a spot that gets morning sun only. Avoid full-day direct sun outdoors — the painted felt can fade faster than printed flags.
- Prepare the hardware: For indoor hanging, use a small nail or picture hook that fits through the twine loop. For outdoor hanging, use a weatherproof hook or a small bracket that keeps the flag about an inch off the wall. Test the hardware weight capacity — the flag is light, but wind outdoors adds pull.
- Attach the flag: Loop the natural twine over the hook or rod. If using a rod, slide it through the twill tape channel at the top of the flag. Adjust so the flag hangs straight and the felt appliqué lies flat. Do not pull the twine tight enough to distort the canvas — the flag should hang naturally.
- Secure for outdoor use: If hanging outdoors, add a small piece of clear tape or a stitch to keep the twine from slipping off the hook in windy conditions. Check the flag after a storm to make sure it hasn't shifted. Bring the flag inside during heavy rain or prolonged wet weather to protect the felt.
Product details
- CA Bear Flag - Gold: This hand-made flag uses a washed black canvas, painted and sewn felt appliqué. Each flag is topped with a natural twine + twill tape and stamped with Slightly Choppy branding. The natural twine and twill tape at the top means you can hang it directly from a hook or rod without extra hardware, but you should avoid sharp edges that could fray the twine.
CA Bear Flag - Gold
