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Customised Metal Enamel Pins

Enamel pins are small decorative items typically made of metal and coated with enamel paint. They are often used as accessories to embellish clothing, bags, hats, and other items.

Black square pin with red and white Andy Warhol logo on the front. Pinned onto grey backing card with a white Tate logo. Black square pin with red and white Andy Warhol logo on the front. Pinned onto grey backing card with a white Tate logo.

What Are Enamel Pins Used For?

Enamel pins are not only decorative but also serve as a means of self-expression and branding. Their ability to be customised and their durability make them a popular choice for individuals and businesses alike. Whether used for personal adornment, as part of a collection, or for promotional purposes, enamel pins are a popular accessory with a wide range of applications.

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Minimum Order Quantity For Enamel Pins

Customised Metal Pin Badges / Metal Lapel Badges

Minimum order for metal enamel pins and custom metal keyrings starts at 100 and can vary, depending on style, size and decoration method.

Quantities from 100 can also include bespoke packaging and personalised backing cards. Or batch collated by colourway and packaged up accordingly.

Personalisation options

Enamel pins can be personalised on the back.Perhaps with a name or message.

The size of the badge can be anything you like. Super small or in a specific shape.

Packaging options vary too.

If you advise what it is you are hoping to achieve and the budget you have then we can make sensible recommendations based on that.

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Enamel Options For Lapel Pins

Soft Enamel Pins / Hard Enamel Pins

There are two main types of enamel pins: soft enamel and hard enamel.

  • Soft Enamel Pins: These pins have raised metal edges and recessed enamel areas, giving them a textured feel. The enamel paint is applied to the recessed areas, and the raised metal lines create a distinct separation between colours.
  • Hard Enamel Pins: These pins are polished flat, creating a smooth surface. The enamel paint is applied in layers and then polished down to be level with the metal lines, resulting in a more durable and high-quality finish.

Types Of Metal Used For Enamel Pins

Lapel Pins Can Be Made From A Variety Of Metals

Each metal type offers unique characteristics that can be chosen based on the desired look, feel, and durability of the badge.

Brass For Customised Enamel Badges

  • Properties: Durable, corrosion-resistant, and has a bright, gold-like appearance.
  • Uses: Often used for high-quality, prestigious badges.

Copper Pin Badges

  • Properties: Malleable and has a reddish-brown colour.
  • Uses: Used for antique or vintage-style badges, and can develop a patina over time

Stainless Steel Badges

  • Properties: Strong, corrosion-resistant, and has a sleek, modern look.
  • Uses: Ideal for durable, long-lasting badges that need to withstand harsh conditions.
Bespoke Engraved Andy Warhol Tate Modern Pin Badge on White Background

Each Metal Type Offers Unique Characteristics For Pins

Defining The Purpose Of The Enamel Pin Will Determine Metal Choice

Aluminium For Badges

  • Properties: Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and can be anodised in various colours.
  • Uses: Common for economical badges that need to be lightweight.

Zinc Alloy Badges

  • Properties: Versatile, can be die-cast into intricate shapes, and is relatively inexpensive.
  • Uses: Frequently used for custom-shaped badges and promotional items.

Nickel For Lapel Badges

  • Properties: Hard, corrosion-resistant, and has a shiny, silver appearance.
  • Uses: Often used for plating other metals to give a shiny finish.
turquoise triangle shape enamel pin with gold backing

Premium Enamel Pin Badges

Gold Enamel Pin Badges / Silver Lapel Pins

Gold Badges

  • Properties: Highly valuable, corrosion-resistant, and has a distinctive yellow luster.
  • Uses: Used for high-end, prestigious badges, often in limited quantities or as plating.

Silver Lapel Badges

  • Properties: Valuable, has a bright, white lustre, and is relatively soft.
  • Uses: Used for high-quality badges, often in limited quantities or as plating.

Pewter Badges

  • Properties: Soft, malleable, and has a dull, greyish appearance.
  • Uses: Used for antique-style badges and collectible items.

Iron Lapel Badges

  • Properties: Strong, magnetic, and can be prone to rust if not treated.
  • Uses: Used for robust, industrial-style badges, often with a protective coating.
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Types Of Fastenings For Enamel Pins

Lightweight And Heavyweight Options For Pins

Lapel pins can be fastened in various ways, depending on the design and intended use.  

Butterfly Clutch

  • What is a butterfly clutch? A small, round fastener with two prongs that pinch together to release.
  • Uses: Common for most lapel pins due to its ease of use and secure hold. 

Rubber Clutch

  • What is a rubber clutch? A soft, rubber fastener that fits snugly over the pin post.
  • Uses: Provides a comfortable and secure hold, often used for casual or lightweight pins. 

Safety Pin Clasp

  • What is a safety pin clasp? Similar to a traditional safety pin, it has a locking mechanism to secure the pin.
  • Uses: Ideal for larger or heavier pins that need extra security. 
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Customise Fastenings For Enamel Pins

Secure Or Decorative Closures

Magnetic Clasp

  • What is a magnetic clasp? Uses a pair of magnets to hold the pin in place without piercing the fabric. 
  • Uses: Suitable for delicate fabrics or when you want to avoid making holes in clothing. 

Screw and Nut Fastening

  • What is a screw and nut fastening? A threaded post with a screw-on nut to secure the pin. 
  • Uses: Provides a very secure hold, often used for high-value or heavy pins. 

Stick Pin Closure

  • What is a stick pin closure? A long pin with a decorative top and a protective cap at the bottom. 
  • Uses: Common for vintage or decorative pins, often used on ties or scarves. 
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Variety Of Fastenings For Various Styles Of Badges

Traditional And Contemporary Badge Fastenings

Locking Pin Back 

  • What is a locking pin back? A locking mechanism that secures the pin post, often with a small key or lever. 
  • Uses: Provides maximum security, ideal for valuable or collectible pins. 

Tie Tack 

  • What is a tie tack? A short pin with a decorative top and a clutch back, often with a chain. 
  • Uses: Traditionally used for securing ties, but also suitable for lapel pins. 

C-Clasp 

  • What is a c-clasp? A simple hook that catches the pin post, forming a “C” shape. 
  • Uses: Common in vintage pins and brooches, easy to use but less secure than other types. 
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Different Fastening Types Offer Different Security

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Brooch Clasp 

  • What is a brooch clasp? A rotating clasp that locks the pin in place, similar to a safety pin but more decorative. 
  • Uses: Often used for brooches and larger decorative pins. 

Each fastening type offers different levels of security and ease of use, so the choice depends on the specific requirements of the lapel pin and the preferences of the wearer. If you have a particular type of lapel pin in mind, I can help you determine the best fastening option for it. 

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Various Uses And Applications For Metal Enamel Pins

Enamel Pins Are Popular In Different Contexts
  • Fashion Accessories: They are used to personalise and decorate clothing, jackets, backpacks, hats, and other accessories. Enamel pins can reflect personal style, interests, or affiliations.
  • Collectibles: Many people collect enamel pins as a hobby. They can be traded, displayed, and cherished as part of a collection.
  • Promotional Items: Brands and organisations use enamel pins for marketing and promotional purposes. Custom pins can feature logos, slogans, or event-specific designs.
  • Commemorative Pins: Enamel pins are often created to commemorate special events, achievements, or milestones. They can be given as awards or keepsakes.
Round silver plated metal lapel pin showing the front with embossed logo and text

Benefits Of Enamel Pins

Choosing Enamel and Metal
  • Customisation: Enamel pins can be fully customised to reflect personal style, brand identity, or specific themes. This makes them versatile and unique.
  • Durability: Made from sturdy metal and coated with enamel, these pins are long-lasting and resistant to wear and tear.
  • Versatility: Suitable for various applications, enamel pins can be used in fashion, branding, marketing, and as collectibles.
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Custom Packaging Options For Metal Pins

Choosing The Right Packaging For Metal Pins

Depending on your brand’s identity, budget, and the desired customer experience. Each option offers unique benefits and customisation opportunities to enhance the presentation and protection of your pins.

Customised Packaging For Enamel Pins

Printed Backing Cards / Individual Bags

Custom Backing Cards

  • Custom backing cards for enamel pins: pins are attached to a custom-designed card, often made of thick card stock.
  • Benefits: enhances presentation, provides space for branding, and can include information about the pin or brand.
  • Customisation: cards can be printed with logos, artwork, and product details.

Individual Biodegradable Bags

  • Individual bags for enamel pins: small, opaque bags, that are biodegradable and hold individual pins.
  • Benefits: cost-effective, protects pins from scratches, and allows visibility of the pin design.
  • Customisation: can include branded stickers or labels on the bag.
Round silver plated metal lapel pin showing the front attached to a personalised bright backing card

Customised Packaging For Metal Pins

Bespoke Tins / Customised Small Gift Boxes

Small Boxes

  • Small presentation boxes for enamel pins: sturdy boxes, often made of cardboard or kraft paper, designed to hold one or more pins.
  • Benefits: provides excellent protection, adds a premium feel, and can be customised with branding.
  • Customisation: boxes can be printed, embossed, or foil-stamped with brand logos and designs.

Tins

  • Unique metal tins for enamel pins: customised metal tins that offer a durable and stylish packaging option.
  • Benefits: high durability, reusable, and adds a premium touch.
  • Customisation: tins can be printed or embossed with brand logos and designs.

Personalised Packaging For Metal Pin Badges

Tailor-made Pouches / Display Blister Packs

Pouches

  • Bespoke pouches for custom enamel pins: fabric or velvet pouches that hold individual pins with a variety of closure options including draw cord or zip.
  • Benefits: soft and protective, adds a luxurious feel, and can be reused by customers.
  • Customisation: pouches can be embroidered or printed with brand logos.

Blister Packs

  • Clear reusable packaging: used to display pins against a backing card.
  • Benefits: Provides excellent visibility and protection, often used for retail display.
  • Customisation: Backing cards can be printed with branding and product information.
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Custom Presentation For Enamel Pins

Display Cases / Sustainable Packaging / Gift Boxes

Display Cases

  • Display cases for enamel pins: small cases, often made of plastic or acrylic, designed to showcase pins.
  • Benefits: provides high visibility and protection, ideal for collectible pins.
  • Customisation: cases can be branded with logos and designs.

Eco-Friendly Packaging

  • Sustainable packaging for enamel pins: made from sustainable materials like recycled paper or biodegradable plastics.
  • Benefits: Appeals to environmentally conscious consumers, aligns with sustainable brand values.
  • Customisation: Can be printed with eco-friendly inks and branded designs.

Gift Boxes

  • Decorative boxes for enamel pins: designed for gifting, often with compartments for multiple pins.
  • Benefits: Adds a special touch for gift-giving occasions, enhances the unboxing experience.
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Timeline For Customised Enamel Pins

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Customised Enamel Pins For Your Brand

48 hours: contact & quote

We'll create a visual to include your artwork and quote to
include shipping.

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Pre-Production Sample

3 weeks: pre-production sample

We sample your item for you to approve prior to full production.

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Manufacture Of Your Enamel Pins

4 weeks: packaging is produced

Personalised packaging can be included to create great presentation.

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Fulfilment and Shipping

4 weeks: dispatch of your packaging

Storage or delivered to you, or personalised dispatch or barcoded and retail-ready.

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