Checkered flags range from tiny picks and tabletop centerpieces a few inches tall up to garden and handheld flags about a foot or larger. Example sizes from the results include 2.5", 7.5", 11" × 17", 16" × 11" and 18" × 12.5".
Materials vary by use: polyester textiles for garden flags, plastic for handheld and party flags, and cardstock/paper for small picks. Sticks for handheld and food picks are often wood.
Some checkered flags have a sleeve or loop for a garden pole, others come pre-attached to wooden sticks or toothpicks for handheld or food use, and some tabletop centerpieces sit on a small plastic platform.
Handheld party flags in these results are supplied on wooden sticks typically around 21" or 22" long.
Checkered flags are commonly used for racing and race-car themed celebrations, birthdays, classroom races, and general event or table decor.
Small checkered flag picks are made of paper or cardstock attached to toothpicks for use on cupcakes and other food items, and they are sold in high-count packs for parties.
