The finished height will be six feet.
- Start with approximately 2 1/4 yards of a 60 inch wide piece of trigger (poly cotton). Note that heavier material takes longer to dry and is more likely to mildew.
- Square off the ends and measure to 74 inches.
- Fold selvages (finished edges) over 1/2 inch and stitch them down.
- Fold ends down 1/2 inch and 1/2 inch and stitch them down twice.
- Fold selvages over 1/2″ & stitch
- Fold top and bottom edges over 1/2″ twice & stitch twice
- Stitch leather reinforcements in the four corners. Use three-inch squares, cut on the diagonal.
- Stitch leather reinforcements at two-foot intervals on the long sides. Use two-inch squares.
- Insert a 3/8-inch heavy duty or sail grommet through each reinforced leather point.
- Provide Eight, one yard pieces of nylon or synthetic rope, cord, or shoe laces for ties, 1/8″ to 3/16″ diameter recommended.
- Finish the ends of the rope/cord with 3/4″ long heat shrink tubing or aglets to assist setup and protect the ends from fraying.
- Decorate the front of the banner with the arms of your Barony, Shire, or Household.