Lapel pins are the hottest trends at the moment in promoting brands or causes. Almost every businesses and organization are looking to get these trendy and functional accessories. The lapel pin is a fun and creative way to make your design into a catchy physical product, but making lapel pins can be a little overwhelming if you do not know where to start.
We have listed below the most basic steps commonly used in making different kinds of lapel pins.
Determining Your Product’s Purpose
The first thing you would want to do in creating your own lapel pins is to identify where you will be needing them. Just like printable wristbands, lapel pins are perfect for various occasions. They can be used for fundraising events, formal events, corporate recognition, and many more.
Determining Your Design
After you have determined your purpose in making your own lapel pin, it’s time to identify the design that best suits your purpose. You can look up on the internet to find inspiration. You can also try searching the old way like reading books or magazines.
So you’ve already got your pretty cool idea, now what do you do next?
Determining the Material or Lapel Pin Type
Lapel pins can be made in different materials. However, there are four materials that are commonly used; hard enamel lapel pin, die-struck lapel pin, soft enamel lapel pin, and the printed lapel pin. You should consider what kind of design you have in choosing your lapel pin material.
For example, die struck lapel pin usually don’t have colors. They are made of recessed metal with a firmly polished surface without the use of any color. These are a popular choice for schools and corporations. Soft enamel lapel pin is almost the same as the die struck lapel pins, except it has a colored part. Printed lapel pin is the easiest ones to make and the most ideal if you want your lapel pin to look exactly the same as your design. Lastly, hard enamel lapel pin is the best option if you want your lapel pin to have a jewelry-like impression.
Determining Quantity and Size
After determining your lapel pin’s design, purpose, and type, it’s time to decide your lapel pin’s quantity and size. Most of the time, lapel pin prices are based on their size. If you have a tight budget, then you can choose to have a smaller one, however, if you don’t mind paying a higher price, you can choose a bigger size. Lapel pin sizes are usually around 1-2 inches in size. These are usually sold in a minimum of 100 pins, if you need more you can always re-order.
Now that you know the basic steps in making a custom lapel pins, WristbandCreation is here to help you make your own custom lapel pins. We are a global leader in creating custom promotional items. We can help you start customizing your own items. Contact us today at (800) 403-8050 or email us at sales@wristbandcreation.com.
