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Thinking About Creating Your Own Custom Lapel Pin

Whether it is for your business, school, nonprofit, team, or just for fun, it is easier than you might think. We often hear this question: “Can I design my own pin even if I do not know how to use design software?” The answer is yes, and we are here to walk you through it. This quick guide shows how to turn your idea into a real pin, step by step.

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Step 1: Start with a Simple Idea

You do not need a full design to get started. Just think about the basics:

• What do you want your pin to show? (A logo, an animal, a symbol?)
• Who is it for? (Customers, employees, fans, students?)
• What is the purpose? (Promotion, recognition, fundraising?)

Even a rough sketch on paper or a photo of a logo is enough to begin. We can help polish it into something production ready.

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Step 2: Pick the Right Pin Style

You do not need to know all the details. We will help you choose. Here are the main options:

• Soft Enamel: Colorful with raised metal lines. Bold and affordable.
• Hard Enamel: Smooth and polished. Great for formal or branded pins.
• Die Struck: All metal with no color. Classic and timeless.
• UV Printed: Full color printing, great for detailed art or logos.
• 3D Pins: Sculpted shape with or without color, perfect for mascots or premium gifts.

If you are not sure which one fits, just tell us what you are thinking and we will recommend the best match.

Can I Take My Enamel Pins on an Airplane?

 

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Step 3: Choose Size, Shape, and Finish

Now your pin starts to take form.

• Size: Most pins are between three quarters of an inch and one and a half inches. Bigger pins stand out more, smaller ones are great for everyday wear.
• Shape: We can do circles, rectangles, or cut the pin to match your design. This is called a custom die cut.
• Finish: Options include gold, silver, black nickel, antique brass, and more.

We will guide you through the choices and always send a digital proof before production begins.

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Step 4: Send Us What You Have

You do not need to be a designer. Just send us:

• A logo file (any format is fine)
• A sketch or reference photo
• A few notes about what you want

Our team will create a free digital proof from your idea. We will edit until it is exactly what you want at no extra cost.

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Step 5: Approve the Design and Place Your Order

Once you are happy with the proof, we move forward with production. You will choose:

• How many pins you need
• The back type (rubber clutch, locking pin, magnet, etc.)
• Packaging style

That is it. Most orders ship in two to three weeks depending on style and quantity.

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Bonus: Tips for First Time Pin Designers

• Keep it simple. Bold lines and fewer colors work best.
• Think contrast. Make sure your design has clear edges.
• Ask for advice. We do this every day and are glad to help.
• Order extras. It is more cost effective to order slightly more than to reorder later.

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Ready to Design Your Own Pin

You bring the idea. We take care of the design, proof, and production from start to finish.

Start your custom pin design today with Bella Forge.