Lapel pins used as promotional, and symbolic items have always been an accepted norm among many of the companies and organizations in the business aspect of society. However, one of the more popular uses of lapel pins is within the sports industry, particularly in baseball. No other sport has collected so many pins of astounding designs in its line of history, baseball, being the most popular sport in the United States, and is growing in popularity all over the world, has contributed so much in the artistry of lapel pin designs, and in furnishing new friendships among the enthusiasts of the sport, and the lapel pin hobbyist.
The most economical and popular pin process used in making baseball lapel pins is the technique known as photo etched. The photo etched lapel pins offers almost the same image quality as cloisonné pins, and may even offer more design options, but are less expensive. This process also allows for intricately detailed designs, and the availability of a wider spectrum of enamel colors.
In the process of making a photo etched lapel pin, a computer is programmed to etch the design onto a brass plate. The brass plate, having been imprinted with the design, is then filled with your choice of color enamels. There's virtually every available color at your fingertips, making fun and intricate works of art possible. Lastly, the enamel filled brass is then fired in a kiln for 2 to 4 minutes, to ensure the design remains durable and in good condition for many years.
Photo Etched lapel Pins:
. Photo Etched Lapel Pins have a Medium to High perceived value.
. Less expensive than Cloisonné processed lapel pins, but "almost" similar in image definition.
. PMS (Pantone Matching System color chart) color matching available.
. Photo Etched Lapel Pins are very durable.
A Guide to Ordering Baseball Pins:
a. Custom Made - Custom made means the design of your pins is as unique as you are. No other design previously created, is similar to your own (unless it's a repeat order). Majority of pin makers have design professionals ready to assist you, lending their capable hands in creating your unique baseball trading pins.
b. Quantity - The more you order, the less you're going to pay for your baseball trading pins. This is because with more substantial orders, there is more room to distribute the setup and manufacturing expenses. That's why the more pieces of baseball trading pins you buy, the cheaper each individual baseball trading pin should cost.
c. Type and Size - The size and type of the baseball trading pins you order play a big role in the total cost. The different materials used in processing the pins have varying costs, the type and size you choose in your custom design will affect the how much you'll pay to have them made. While additional items like spinners, danglers, blinkies and glitter may add to the expense.
d. Colors - The price is also determined by the number of enamel colors you place on your pin. Many lapel pin manufacturers, allow for up to 7 different enamels in your design before adding any cost; in choosing the right lapel pin provider, it is always advisable to ask how many colors they have available for you to use, free of charge; the more colors for free, the better.
Using these basic guidelines, ordering your baseball trading pins would be a cakewalk, all it takes is a phone call to a manufacturer, a few questions; some brainstorming as to the creative outcome of your pins, and SHAZZAM! In your hands is the most memorable little life changing trinket, which almost everyone would love.
