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May 22, 2019

How to Design and Make Custom Lapel Pins

How to Make Custom Lapel Pins

You have the perfect design for a custom lapel pin all planned out in your head. You're ready to get started. So... what do you do next? How do you make a lapel pin? You may be thinking that it is a complex process, but it actually doesn't have to be. It is easy to make a lapel pin or even a set of lapel pins for a group of people.

If you'd like to learn more about making custom lapel pins and how you can do it in the future, keep reading! You may find something you didn't know before.

What Is a Custom Lapel Pin?

A custom lapel pin is something that you can create to pin onto your clothing (or your lapel!) to show off something specific. They have a lot of purposes and can be used in a variety of settings.

For example, some businesses like to use lapel pins when they want to reinforce their brand with clients or want to increase their exposure at a shopping center. These are just two examples of many purposes that lapel pins can serve.

Custom lapel pins may help people feel more a part of a community. When everyone is wearing something that matches, it creates a feeling of commonality and helps create feelings of acceptance.

When to Use Lapel Pins

As stated previously, lapel pins have a lot of different purposes. They can do so much! You might find a use for lapel pins within your specific field of work or when you are preparing for a special occasion.

Education Pins

Part of the appeal to have a custom lapel pin for people that work in education is to show pride in the work that is being done.

It can be hard in this field when there is so much to do and so little support in many areas, but the reason that people stick it out is for the students! It is rewarding to be able to make a change in a person's life, no matter how big or small they may be.

Education lapel pins help employees show off the love for their school, love for their job, or love for their students. The pin could be a mascot or a favorite inspirational phrase.

Military Pins

A great thing about the military is the disciplined camaraderie. There is a bond among military members that is unparalleled anywhere else.

Showing off a military lapel pin can be a professional, meaningful, and important point of pride. A lapel pin with the branch of military the person was in or the title they achieved may be a great gift.

Special Event Pins

Have you ever been to a bachelorette party? Have you attended a baby shower? How about a family reunion?

There are a lot of occasions that may be perfect for a custom lapel pin. You could design something that showcases what you want people to remember, such as names, dates, photos, or phrases.

Getting one for everyone involved is an excellent way to create a lasting memory that they can take home with them.

How to Make a Lapel Pin

The first step is to make sure that you have the design you want ready to go. It is easiest if you already have it in a PDF format to send to the factory.

If you can use less detail and fewer lines on your design, you will likely have a cleaner looking pin. Remember that most pins are not very large, so you don't want to have a design that is too complex!

The second step in this process is to choose between soft or hard enamel pins. Soft enamel has a textured surface and is a little less expensive due to the lightweight feel. Hard enamel is smooth and polished, but does cost more for the extra durability.

The third step is to choose the size of the pin. Pins can come in a wide variety of sizes, so it is important to consider your design when choosing your pin size. You don't want to go too small or too large.

The fourth step is to decide how many you are going to make. Are you making one pin or are you making 400 pins? You may be required to purchase a certain amount of pins, especially if it is your first time buying, but consider your audience.

The fifth step is determining how many pin-backs you need. A pin-back is exactly what it sounds like - it's the back part of the pin that can fasten it to the lapel.

Two pin-backs will make it more secure while one pin-back is less expensive. You need to choose based on the size of your pin and whether or not a little wiggle room on the lapel is acceptable.

Once you have done all of these things, you can contact the factory to produce the pins and talk about your plans. They may have questions or need extra information, so anticipate this and know what you are looking for exactly before getting in touch.

Ready to Make the Perfect Pin?

Now that you know more about what a custom lapel pin is and how it can be used, you might be interested in making one. The good news is that there are plenty of ways to make that happen!

When you are ready to get started, contact us about getting a quote for the perfect lapel pin. We would love to help you with the entire process and make your perfect custom lapel pin! We make the process easy. And don't forget we offer free shipping and free designs! Give us a try today 877-312-9794 or clicking here.

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