Bill Swain, owner and president of Skowhegan's Maine Stitching Specialties, uses a grommet machine Monday while making a Ukrainian flag. The business began filling orders for the flag two weeks ago following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. "It’s been a pleasant surprise to get so much interest in the flag," Swain said. The business, which has been in operation for seven years, also makes American flags, Maine state flags and other items such as canvas bags, sweatshirts and hats.
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