Soft Enamel Lapel Pins - Why Should I Consider This Style Of Pin?

Soft enamel pins are probably the most popular pin out there today. Why is that? Well , if you like the fine jewelry look of the Cloisonne pin then you will love the soft enamel. These pins have the classy look without having to pay a premium price for the cloisonne. As a result your clients will love them for their high perceived value.

What are the Advantages of Soft Enamel Lapel Pins?

• Looks similar to a cloisonne without having to pay for it!

• They have a jewelery look to them.

• They can be made into any custom shape you choose.

• They have a highly perceived value which means that if you are doing fund raising people will be willing to contribute more because they are getting something of value in return.

• We can add an epoxy dome to protect the finish at no extra cost to you

• We can accurately match your colors.

• You will notice how the it’s raised and recessed metals will accentuate your design.

• Cut out shapes can be used to show off your text and logo.

• Great for rewarding years of service pins or sports trading pins.

• It is the best value for price and quality.

What Metal Plating Choices Are Available?

• Polished gold
• Antique gold
• Polished silver
• Antique silver
• Polished copper
• Antique copper
• Polished black nickle
• Black nickel

How Is a Soft Enamel Pin Made?

First lets clear something up in case you are wondering. Soft enamel has nothing to do with the quality of the metal. Instead it describes the type of pain that is applied.

• Soft enamel lapel pins start with the same process as our die struck lapel pins. (But that is where the similarity ends).

• We start off with a metal sheet in the color of your choice. (Gold, silver etc.)

• Based on your design die is cutting molds are prepared.

• The design image is then stamped on the sheet metal you chose.

• Your pins are cut out to the outline of the design shape.

• Next they are plated.

• The recessed areas are filled with the enamel colors by hand, one at a time, using syringes. The paint does not go above the ridges so that you can still feel the ridges with your fingers.

• We then wipe off all excess paint from the raised metal surfaces.

• Raised areas can be highly polished at your request

• Next it is off to the ovens where your pins will be baked at 450°Fahrenheit for 12 - 15 minutes.

• Want extra protection to prevent color fading and cracking down the road? At no additional cost to you we can add a clear epoxy protective dome to protect them.

When Would I Choose A Soft Enamel Lapel Pins?

Remember that these pins are die cut, so that means there will be a thin metal rim outlining each separate color of your pin. So it is generally best to use soft enamel on designs that require clearly separated colors. If it is hard to understand what we are trying to explain then simply look at the pictures below. Does your design require fine details? Then you would probably want to look at the offset printed lapel pins or silk screen lapel pins that we offer.

Where Do We Go From Here?

So many choices can seem daunting at times , even confusing perhaps. But that is O.K. you are not a pin expert, are you? That is why we are here to help you. All you have to do is pick up the phone or drop us an email to ask your question. Believe me when I tell you , that you are not the first one to have doubts or questions as to which pin style to choose. Our factory representative is standing by to answer your questions and help you every step he way during the design process.

Do you have your pin design already? Then email it to us and we will have you a full color proof in your email box in 24 hours. Don’t worry about making changes, you are not going to hurt our feelings. Once your final draft is approved we will get right to work on your order and you will have your soft enamel lapel pins before you know it.