Screen printing pins: mainly for simple graphics, color less, sometimes in imitation of the surface of enamel pins with a variety of small screen to overlay graphic.
Lithography: for complex patterns, colors are more, especially gradient, such as tourist attractions most suitable lithography pin, the pin can create a perfect reproduction of scenic views.

During the American Civil War, different battle units were ordered to wear custom lapel pins to distinguish their units. This was a visual clue to help the army stay organized as well as promoting solidarity among them. They became very popular during this era and still are today. You can still find them and they are an excellent collectible item for keepsakes and family tradition.

The reason for wearing lapel pins changed during World War I and II. They were given to distinguished individuals to show their exemplary service. They were made of ribbons and bars. They can be simply die-cast metal or full of color. This use is still in practice today. They have become a highly valued and a collectible item.

Today, lapel pins given during the war times holds great personal value to the families of soldiers awarded these service awards. They are cherished by generations of their family and hold a historical value to them, passing them down to younger family members to get them interested in history and family genealogy. They are also a highly collectible item for collectors of war history.

Custom lapel pins today are also used in fraternities and sororities to distinguish different groups at their events and meetings. They are also worn by companies, organizations, government agencies and government services.

Many people showed their patriotism after 911 by wearing Flag pins. These pins are still popular even though the tragedy of 911 has long passed. The government also uses them as a way to communicate such as the President’s security agents and the US Secret Service. These government pins are changed each day and only a privileged few are aware of which one to wear on a certain day.

Today’s companies also use lapel pins as a way to recognize distinguished employees when they achieve an outstanding level of service to the business or achieve top sales quotas and other company related goals.

Lapel pins can be worn on the lapel or on the sleeve. They are often collected and traded like a person would trade baseball cards or other collectible and trading items. This has become very popular today.

So there it is! A little history of lapel pins, what they mean and reasons to own them. If you own some of these, consider yourself lucky and hang on to them. They are invaluable is some people’s eyes!

It’s easy to be creative with years-of-service or award pins. Design an incentive program where employees are rewarded with pins bearing different colored gems. As they progress through the sales or training program, they upgrade from red (for example) at phase one to a diamond-like, clear stone at final phase. Others will quickly begin to recognize those who make it to the top and will covet the pins of others until they earn their own.

The design of your pin and the gems you choose will vary greatly depending on the purpose and size of the pin. Whether you choose to use elegant gemstone pins within your organization or give them as gifts to clients or members, you’ll find they make a big impression.

Adding a simple gem can drastically transform and improve the appearance of your lapel pin. Whether you have ideas of your own or need direction, find a reputable lapel pin manufacturer who is capable and willing to work with you to create a unique piece that will help accomplish your goals.

You can include several diamonds in the same color or a variety of different colors across the top of your pin for added flair. It’s even possible to use diamonds as the eye of a face or to create a glow for a candle, lamp or lighthouse within your pin design.

Businesses also use lapel pins to designate achievement and membership. Lapel pins are a common element of employee recognition programs, and they are presented to individuals as a symbol of an accomplishment. Like fraternity and sorority pins, these lapel pins instill a sense of belonging to an elite group of performers at the organization. Businesses also award lapel pins to employees more frequently to boost employee morale, productivity and employee engagement.

In recently years, lapel pins collecting has also become a popular hobby. Demand for pin designs based on popular cartoon characters and themes such as Disney, Betty Boop, and Hard Rock Cafe has surged and led to the creation of pin trading events and other social activities. Disney pin trading is a prime example of this

In the past, we have had the pleasure of creating several different styles of patches for museums around the country.  These organizations host sleepovers in their buildings as a way of getting children excited about their exhibits.  Custom lapel pins are handed out at these events as a way of gaining the attendees’ interest in the artifacts on display.

The children that attend the sleepover can collect one patch for every one of the new exhibits that they learn about.  By the end of event, they have a handful of patches that can be sewn or ironed onto different articles of clothing, hats, and backpacks.  These items make great conversation pieces for children to share with others throughout the school year.  They also serve as a reminder of the museum and the different types of relics that were on display.  Children can learn a lot about history and other countries’ cultures by attending events like these.