Custom Pins

Make your very own custom lapel pins online with no order minimums and free shipping.

Partner with The/Studio to create a pin that’s literally made for your business – whether you’re looking for resellable pins, award pins, military pins, achievement pins, commemorative pins, or formal pins.

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Fast facts about our custom lapel pins

Great Pricing

200 pins from $2.27 each.

Low Minumum Order Quantity

Order just one lapel pin if you’d like – enjoy bulk savings with 2+.

Fast Avg. Turn Around Time

2-5+ weeks, from order placement to delivery.

Need it sooner? Contact us

Create a Fully Customizable Lapel Pin

Create an on-brand lapel pin designed with your aesthetic, your goals, and your customers in mind. With more customization options than any other lapel pin manufacturer in the world, you’ll enjoy unlimited combinations to make a truly one-of-a-kind lapel pin.

Here’s a glimpse at what you’ll be able to customize:

Customizable Pin Types

When you choose a style of pin, you’re choosing how the pin will look – and even feel.

Soft Enamel Pins
(most popular)

This type of pin uses enamel that forms "valleys" between the metal lines.
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Hard Enamel Pins

These pins uses enamel that is polished flat across the design's surface. Also known as cloisonné pins.
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Die Struck

In this style, the design uses raised and recessed metal - just like a coin.
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Offset Printing with Thin Epoxy Coating

A printed, photorealistic design is protected with a flat, single epoxy layer.

Offset Printing with Thick Epoxy Dome

The design is printed using offset plates. A thick epoxy coating is then applied, creating a dome shape.

Pin Material Color/Finish

You have a lot more options than silver and gold. Our unique plating process allows you to choose from over a dozen types of metal finishes for your pin.

Shiny Gold

A gold finish with a polished surface.

Shiny Gunmetal

A dark-gray finish with a polished surface.

Shiny Silver

A silver finish with a polished surface.

Black Paint

A metal base coated in matte black paint.

Antique Gold

A gold surface with a distressed, vintage-looking finish.

Antique Silver

A silver finish with a distressed, vintage-looking finish.

Shiny Rose Gold

A rose gold finish with a polished surface.

Shiny Brass

A brass finish with a polished surface.

Antique Brass

A brass finish with a distressed, vintage-looking finish.

Antique Nickel

A nickel finish with a distressed, vintage-looking finish.

Shiny Copper

A copper finish with a polished surface.

Antique Copper

A copper finish with a distressed, vintage-looking finish.

Brushed Brass

A brass finish with a brushed, rough look.

Material Colors

Keep things simple or opt for a multi-tonal pin base by choosing two metal colors of the same finish.

Single Metal Color

Select one color and finish from the above list, free of charge.

Two Metal Colors

Select two colors in the same finish (antique or shiny) to add interest and create a multi-tonal base for an additional charge.

Backing Attachments

Make sure your pin stays put. Choose from 8 secure pin backing options.

Butterfly Clutch

Traditional pin backing.

Rubber Clutch (Black)

Pin backing secured with a black rubber closure.

Rubber Clutch (Yellow)

Pin backing secured with a yellow rubber closure.

Deluxe Clutch

A traditional butterfly clutch elevated with a brushed metal finish.

Safety Pin

Traditional safety pin backing.

2-Piece Magnet

Magnetic backing attached to the pin, with a second magnet included.

Bar Magnet

Rectangular magnetic backing is attached to the pin, with a second magnet included.

Bent Legs

Bendable metallic leg backing allows the pin to be attached to buttons.

Number of Colors in Your Pin Design

Keep your pin monochromatic or make it burst with vibrant color. Choose how many colors you’ll use in your pin design, from 1 to 21+.

No Colors

Choose this option for metallic designs with no added color.

1-5 Colors

Choose this option for designs that use 1-5 colors.

6-8 Colors

Choose this option for designs that use 6-8 colors.

9-10 Colors

Choose this option for designs that use 9-10 colors.

11-13 Colors

Choose this option for designs that use 11-13 colors.

14-15 Colors

Choose this option for designs that use 14-15 colors.

16-17 Colors

Choose this option for designs that use 16-17 colors.

18-20 Colors

Choose this option for designs that use 18-20 colors.

21+ Colors

Choose this option for designs that use 21+ colors.

Unlimited Colors – Printed Design

Choose this option for printed designs that use any amount of colors.

Upgrades

For personality-packed designs you just can’t pin down. Take your lapel pins to the next level with optional upgrades.

Glitter Enamel

We’ll mix glitter into the enamel paint before pouring for a subtle shimmer.

Embossed on Back Side

Add recessed text or design to the back of your pin.

Extra Backing Attachment

Add an additional backing attachment for extra stability.

Engraved Letters or Numbers

Add a message or sequential numbering to the back of your pins.

Thin Epoxy Coating

Add a thin epoxy coating to the surface of your die struck, 3D mold, or enamel pins.

Rhinestones

Add glitz and glam by embedding rhinestones on your pin.

Glow-in-the-Dark Enamel

Add glow-in-the-dark enamel to make your lapel pins turn heads, even at night.

Debossed on Back Side

Add raised text or a design to the back of your pin.

Coarse Sand Blasting

We’ll use coarse grit to create a rough texture on your pin.

Translucent Enamel

Add clear, lightly colored enamel to reveal your pin’s metallic finish on the other side.

Aluminum Core Metal

Decrease your pin’s weight by selecting an aluminum core.

Partner with The/Studio for Your Custom Lapel Pins

Does the thought of creating a custom product on your own have you on pins and needles? Don’t worry – we’ll be there with you every step of the way to set you up for success, from choosing your pin type to making sure the final result turns out how you envisioned it. Let’s chat!

How to Make Your Custom Pin Order

Our DIY product creation tool makes it easy to order your first batch of custom pins. Here’s how it works:

Step 1: Start With The Basics

Select your ideal pin size and how many you plan to order. The smaller the pin and the more you buy, the lower your price, but our low MOQ also allows you affordably to test out a small batch of a new design.

Step 2: Fill out the Details

Customize every aspect of your order, down to the packaging. Need custom backer cards to be retail-ready? We’ve got you covered.

Step 3: Submit Your Design

Upload your own artwork, or get help from our free design service. We’ll make your ideas factory-ready in no time at all.

Step 4: Approve a Sample

After you place your order, we’ll send a digital sample or a physical prototype for you to approve.

Step 5: Receive Your Pins

Enjoy free shipping in the U.S. or select rush service if you’re in a hurry. All of our pins come backed with our 100% satisfaction guarantee.

Frequently asked questions

Most frequent questions and answers

What is the smallest pin you can make?

0.5 inch.

What is the largest pin you can make?

2.5 inches.

What is a lapel pin?

A lapel pin is an enamel pin, small in size. It is usually adorned on the lapel of a jacket, clothing, attached to a backpack or proudly displayed on a piece of fabric. They are usually used as an accessory or they can reveal a cause or organization of the person wearing it.

Do you sell stock of the lapel pins you show on your website?

No, all our lapel pins are custom-made. We only offer lapel pins that are custom-made and uniquely crafted according to your specifications.

What is the most popular size for a lapel pin?

The two most popular sizes are 0.75” and 1”.

Our Most Popular Pins

Our international network of factories ships over 5,000 unique orders each month. Many of those projects are custom pin orders in the following categories:

Military Pins

Military pins have evolved into a way Americans and fellow soldiers and veterans show their collective pride for the sacrifices being made every day. Military pins can be created in various sizes, using many different materials.

Backpack Pins

Backpack pins carry an especially popular appeal for online stores or small businesses. Whether you want to make a bold statement or want to find others with the same interests, backpack pins are the perfect accessory.

Police & Law Enforcement Pins

Police and Law Enforcement Pins identify an officer’s rank, or in some counties, get novelty pins to raise funds as souvenirs at events.

Suit Lapel Pins

Suit Lapel pins are small pins worn on clothing, often on the lapel of suits and jackets. Originally, these pins were worn to represent an affiliation with a club or an association. But right now, they have become a fashion staple.

Special Events Pins

Special Event pins spice up events or small conferences. You can make your guests feel excited to be at your event when you offer them more than just a boring, plain tag to hang from their necks!

Athletic & Sports Pins

Special Event pins spice up events or small conferences. You can make your guests feel excited to be at your event when you offer them more than just a boring, plain tag to hang from their necks!

Company Lapel Pins

Company Lapel pins are great for debate clubs, project teams, or companies looking for a unique way to drive home a particular message or idea.

Award Pins

Award pins help fill the need when multiple awards or incentives are expected for top-level performers and personnel.

Pins We Have Created For Customers Like You

Our goal is to help you create the most unique custom pins out there. Here are just a few of our favorites!

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