Learn more on this page about our: flags (general), parade flags, hanging flags.

Flags

By flags, we mean all emblems representing your colors or those of your company, association, commune, canton, country, etc., and which float. These representations made on fabric are either parade flags or banners, or flags to be hoisted that float at the top of a mast, or pennants that are miniatures of your emblem. L'atelier Chez Francine offers flags hand-embroidered, of the highest quality, ensuring a long life for your emblem. 

Parade flags

Parade flags enable your company or association, commune, etc., to stand out at events. This banner is also a rallying mark. Only plain or damask silk, which offers better resistance, is used to make a parade flag.

Parade flags are made using two completely different techniques:

> Single-sided or "vitrail": a technique that appeared in the early 1950s, it enables a flag to be made on a single fabric. The vitrail technique is used for flags with a simple design, or one that has very little embroidery, and whose reverse side does not suffer from the mirror effect. This kind of flag is lighter and will flutter in the slightest breeze. 

> Double-sided: until the late 1940s, all flags were made using this technique. The double-sided technique is used for flags with a different pattern on each side, or if the writing is placed randomly. This method makes it possible to have two different themes, for example one side represents the company and the other the region of origin. In general, a double-sided flag features much more sophisticated embroidery.

All our parade flags and accessories are guaranteed for 5 years, under normal use.

Our know-how, drawn from over 35 years of experience, in flag-making is at your disposal to realize your masterpiece.

You can provide us with a mock-up, or we'll create it for you. We'll then make your flag in the size you've chosen, using top-quality fabric (pure damask or plain silk, satin, dralon...).

We'll then take care of the rest.

We will then renovate your flag if required: washing, repair, complete restoration... 

Hoisting flags

The hoist flag flies at the top of a mast and represents you permanently. It can be seen from afar and helps your visitors find their way around. The flag features your emblem, coat of arms, logo or coat of arms.

It's made from hard-wearing dralon, with implied and/or embroidered motifs, triple-stitched edges and a reinforced band to support the snap hooks. The hoist flag is made using the vitrail technique (single-sided) and there are no limitations on the type of motif. 

Our hoist flags are hyper-resistant, easy to care for, and the removable snap hooks allow machine washing at 30 degrees.