Choose the Right Pin for Your Design
Customized lapel pins - More popular than ever.
From celebrities who collect them to artists promoting their work, lapel pins are trendy and collectible.
HPI Emblem offers three kinds of pins - hard enamel, soft enamel and printed. To produce the best results, we'll explain the different types and why you might choose one over the other.
Printed Pins
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If you have a complicated design with a lot of colors or details, you might consider a printed pin. These economical pins are perfect for photos and complicated designs. We'll add an epoxy dome protective covering to make it shine!
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When it comes to enamel pins, the difference between soft and hard enamel is more of an aesthetic choice than a design based choice.
Soft Enamel Pins
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If you're looking for a more traditional type of pin that has texture, a soft enamel pin is a good choice. In this process, enamel colors are poured into a metal mould with deep "walls" separating them. You can really feel the metal lines in this type of pin.
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Hard Enamel Pins
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For a more upscale, jewelry style look, consider hard enamel. These lapel pins are polished to make the surface flat and smooth, resulting in a more elegant look that works well for corporate gifts or awards.
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HPI Emblem experts will provide guidance and a free vector art proof so you can see what might be needed for your design to fit any of these styles of pins.