Custom Enamel Pins

Why Order Custom Enamel Pins?

Custom pins are durable, high-perceived-value promotional and retail products used for:

• Brand merchandise

• Corporate recognition

• Conferences & trade shows

• Fundraising campaigns

• Music tours & events

• Online retail (Etsy, Shopify, Kickstarter)

For event-focused applications, see this detailed planning guide:
https://createpins.com/custom-pins-for-conferences-trade-shows-and-events-design-pricing-and-planning-guide

Corporate & Institutional Orders

Custom enamel pins are widely used for:

• Employee recognition

• Government & institutional insignia

• Schools & universities

• Sports teams & clubs

Examples:

https://createpins.com/corporate-enamel-pins-for-employee-recognition
https://createpins.com/custom-pins-for-government-and-institutions-or-official-secure-solutions

Choose Your Enamel Type

Hard Enamel Pins

Smooth, polished surface with colors flush to the metal lines

Fashion Accessories

Soft Enamel Pins

Raised metal edges with recessed enamel colors

Printed Pins

Full-color design printed directly on the metal

Die-Struck Pins

Pure metal pin with no enamel filling

Customization Options That Increase Perceived Value

Metal Color Options

Attachment Options

Glow in the dark

Glitter effects

Epoxy dome finishing

Custom packaging

Custom Pins Cost

Pricing is influenced by:

• Size

• Quantity

• Number of colors

• Plating finish

• Add-ons (glitter, glow, epoxy)

• Packaging

For a full breakdown of cost variables:
https://createpins.com/what-affects-the-cost-of-custom-enamel-pins

For profit strategy (resellers):
https://createpins.com/pricing-custom-enamel-pins-for-profit-2026-guide

Bulk orders significantly reduce per-unit cost.

Production Timeline

Standard production:

• Artwork proof: 1–3 days

• Mold production: 5–7 days

• Full manufacturing: 10–14 days

• Shipping: 5–10 days

Full timeline guide:
https://createpins.com/custom-enamel-pin-production-timeline-explained-how-long-do-pins-take

Plan 3–5 weeks total lead time.

Design Requirements

To avoid delays:

• Submit vector artwork (AI preferred)

• Use minimum 0.2–0.3 mm line thickness

• Separate all colors with metal lines

• Avoid micro text

Artwork file guide:
https://createpins.com/best-file-formats-for-custom-enamel-pins

Common production delays explained:
https://createpins.com/common-artwork-issues-that-delay-enamel-pin-production

💡Ready to Bring Your Designs to Life?

To receive an accurate quote, prepare:

• Vector artwork

• Desired size

• Quantity

• Plating finish

• Shipping destination

The custom pins exceeded my expectations! Great quality and vibrant colors.

Alex T.

Absolutely love my enamel pins! They are perfect for my event and look amazing.

Jamie L.

★★★★★

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