What is Shining Star Flags & Bandanas?

Shining Star Flags & Bandanas is a family owned and operated business that exists due to our love, admiration and respect for the U.S. flag, the United States itself and the world's best all-volunteer professional military. A day doesn't go by without honoring our country by displaying the flag outside our home and business and thinking about the men and women who serve this country. Our brother-in-law was involved in the initial invasion of Iraq and our nephew is currently deployed there. To date, we have been very blessed that none of our loved ones have been injured or killed in combat and we pray for their safety constantly.

As a dealer of two of the oldest and largest flag manufacturers in the United States, Shining Star Flags & Bandanas sells a full line of flags that are 100% made in the U.S.A. and the epitome of superbly high quality manufacturing. We do not, and will not ever, sell any flags or banners that are imported from other countries. As a result of this business decision, our prices are higher than some other competitors who choose to sell foreign-made flags. The benefit to customers by purchasing from us is twofold: our flags will last longer ultimately saving money in the long run and the money paid for such flag will stay in the United States and benefit only American workers.

Here's a brief overview of what we sell:

U.S. Flags – we offer three different fabrics (2-ply polyester, nylon and cotton) and over 19 different sizes (from 12”x18” to 30'x60' depending on the type of flag chosen).

Military Flags – we have every branch of the U.S. military (with and without gold fringe), including specific branch retired flags, POW/MIA flags, a service star flag, flags that commemorate World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War, and flags that honor those that have died in Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. All of these flags are made of 100% nylon and, depending on the flag chosen, come in sizes ranging from 2'x3 to 5'x8'.

State Flags – we sell flags for all 50 states in your choice of 2-ply polyester or nylon fabric. Our polyester state flags come in sizes of 3'x5' to 5'x8' and, depending on the flag chosen, our nylon flags come in sizes ranging from 2'x3' to 12'x18'.

World Flags – we have 205 different flags representing nations around the world, including every member of the United Nations. All of these flags are made of 100% nylon and, depending on the flag chosen, come in sizes ranging from 2'x3 to 5'x8'.

Religious Flags – we carry the Christian, Episcopal, Israel and Papal flags in sizes ranging from 2'x3' to 6'x10' for both indoor and outdoor use. All of these flags are made with 100% nylon.

Historical/Southern Heritage Flags – we offer almost every historical flag of the United States as well as the Confederacy, which is perfect for those history buffs. All of these flags are 3'x5' in size and made of 100% nylon.

Garden Flags – for those who love to adorn their lawn with patriotic symbols, we sell 12”x18” garden flags consisting of the U.S. flag, each branch of the military and seasonal patriotic designs. We also carry the brand new “Yes We Can” garden flag to allow those who would like to celebrate Barack Obama's victory and historic presidency to do so. Garden flag holders are available.

Patriotic Items – we carry various patriotic flags, banners, fans and streamers and will be adding new items over time.

Flagpoles – we have residential and commercial fiberglass and aluminum flagpoles ranging in sizes from 20' to 80'.

Bandanas – our second line of products consist of 22”x22” bandanas that come in a wide array of styles and designs. We have patriotic, military, camouflage, NASCAR, southern heritage, biker and paisley bandanas and expect to add more styles in the future. Our bandanas are only $1.95 a piece, except the NASCAR bandanas which sell for $3.95 a piece, making us one of the most competitively priced bandana retailers online. We offer volume discounts.

All of our bandanas are made in the U.S.A. except our biker and paisley styles. We purchase our biker and paisley bandanas from a U.S. manufacturer, which still is a benefit to America, but our manufacturer has made a decision to outsource the manufacturing of those bandanas to a foreign company. While it's not the ideal situation, we had to make a business decision to either offer these very popular styles or reduce the number of choices given to our customers. We chose the former, at least for now, and are looking into ways to be able to offer 100% of our products as U.S. made.

This post describes only a portion of what Shining Star Flags & Bandanas sells. We invite each and every one of you to visit our website and see for yourself the extensive line of products available to you across the United States as well as APO/FPO box worldwide.

We thank all of you who have already patronized our store. It is our commitment to provide the best customer service in the industry and we hope that you'll visit us again.