I love the Union Jack! Being part British I saw it all my life with my Great Grandparents. And of course being Canadian it was our flag until 1965. There is just something about the design that I adore.
You see the Union Jack all over in fashion. Something as simple as this lovely cardigan pattern from Ravelry to a beautiful gown or these fabulous pants on Kate Moss, these were made from a vintage Union Jack and actually sewn onto her for the shoot.
Or how about a fab handbag or tote, I love the last one. The first one is only $79.99 and the second is a real bargain at $22.99, both available through Amazon.com.
How about a gorgeous time piece. These clocks are really lovely or something a little more personal like this watch from LUULLA, I think I am going to get this at just $19.99 and $5. shipping how can I not?
You can go for something smaller like this adorable stool or make your own table from an old electrical spool or just about any flea market find. I made a great footstool from a small antique one I had. I just painted the Union Jack onto heavy cotton then distressed and polished it.
Or maybe just a throw rug or a throw pillow. The Union Jacks in design are not just red, white and blue anymore. I think the other colour combinations are so chic yet organic looking.
A Union Jack throw always looks fabulous like these from AN ANGEL AT MY TABLE. I love the idea of sleeping under the Union Jack especially with a great vintage looking quilt like this one from R & H BABY AND CHILD.
I love the pictures you posted and I agree with you about the second purse, very pretty. Never thought a flag could look good in so many other ways.
ReplyDeleteI love that sofa! I have a habit of checking every flying Union Flag I see, to make sure it has been hung the right way up - I even annoy myself with this obsession!
ReplyDeleteLove the clocks and the watch, and those bags are wonderful!
ReplyDeleteThe Union Jack rocks! I love these creations.
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