Custom Screen Printed Pins
Perfect for artwork with gradients, fine lines, or full-color detail that enamel can’t capture.
Every pin printed, cured, and sealed under crystal-clear epoxy for long-lasting color.
Why Choose Screen Printed Pins?
Some designs are just too detailed for metal lines. That’s where custom screen printed pins come in. Instead of carving your design into metal, we print directly on a smooth base (one vivid color at a time) for flawless detail and perfect registration.
These are ideal if your logo includes photographs, color fades, or small text. And because each layer is sealed with an epoxy dome, the finish stays bright and scratch-resistant for years.
Comparison: Printed vs Enamel Pins
Not sure if hard enamel is right? Here’s how the main pin styles differ.
| Feature | Screen Printed | Hard Enamel Pins | Soft Enamel Pins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finish | Epoxy dome | Baked enamel | No dome |
| Look and Feel | Flat, glossy | Polished smooth | Textured |
| Protection | Excellent color accuracy | High durability | Moderate |
| Best For | Small text, gradients | Jewelry-grade look | Bold outlines, color fills |
If your design has more than four colors or no metal outlines—this is your pin.
Options & Customizations
Your printed pins can be made on brass, aluminum, or stainless steel, plated in gold, nickel, black, or antique finishes.
Options include:
- Borders: metal outline or bleed-to-edge print
- Attachments: butterfly clutch, magnetic back, or deluxe clutch
- Shapes: any contour cut from your logo file
- Epoxy: standard clear dome (adds shine and protection)
Need help choosing between offset vs silkscreen? We’ll guide you.
Use Cases
These pins are perfect for:
- Corporate identity pins — for rebrands and staff gifts.
- Photo-style artwork pins — gradients, portraits, or event logos.
- Nonprofit campaigns — detailed logos printed affordably in bulk.
- Collector & retail pins — full-color designs protected for long shelf life.
Each one starts as a high-resolution print, so what you see on screen is what you’ll hold in hand.
Pricing and minimums
Typical order minimum: 100 pins.
Price varies by size and plating; bulk discounts start at 250+.
- Minimum Order: 100 pieces
- Common sizes: 0.75″–1.25″ (most logos live here)
- What’s included: Free artwork, proofing, plating choice, standard clutch backs
We’ll match your logo colors, send visuals before production, and deliver on time…always.
How It Works
From Your Logo to Finished Lapel Pins — Easy as 1–2–3–4
We keep you updated at every stage.
Trusted + Reviews
We’ve produced custom magnetic pins for universities, non-profits, and top brands nationwide.
Customers love that they can wear their logo proudly without ruining their clothes.
We are very pleased with the great customer service we received. The lapel pins turned out great.
Becky is the best in the business. From beginning of our order to the end Becky kept us informed and made sure we got the best product. What an asset to your company.
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Thank you Becky Liuchan for your excellent service. We had a hard time finding what we wanted in our tiny feet pin but you found it with ease. The whole process was seamless becaus…
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Real reviews, real projects—ask to see a sample pack.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Get your custom screen printed pins with perfect color accuracy and a durable epoxy finish.
Everything You Should Know About Printed Lapel Pins
1. How Screen Printing Works on Metal Pins
Screen printing, also called silk screen printing, is a precise process that transfers solid colors onto a smooth metal surface—one layer at a time. Each color in your artwork gets its own fine mesh screen, and we print them in perfect alignment to keep the fine details sharp.
We usually start with brass or aluminum pins plated in gold, nickel, or black. Once printed, your design is sealed under a clear epoxy coating—that glossy dome that keeps colors from fading or scratching.
This technique creates a flat, premium look that’s smooth to the touch and ideal for designs with small text, gradients, or photos. If you’ve got a complex logo, screen printed pins deliver flawless accuracy with a clean, vibrant finish.
Every Sienna Pacific order includes free artwork setup and a digital proof, so you’ll know exactly how your pin will print before we start production.
2. Screen Printed vs. Enamel Pins — Which Should You Choose?
The biggest difference lies in the surface. Enamel pins are made by filling recessed metal areas with enamel paint, while screen printed pins skip the grooves and print the colors directly on the flat metal base.
If your design has bold outlines and limited colors, enamel is perfect. But when your artwork includes gradients, photographs, or intricate shapes, printed pins win every time.
They reproduce complex logos and vibrant colors that enamel simply can’t capture. And because of the epoxy dome, they stay smooth and glossy for years.
Both styles use durable metals and can share similar finishes—matte, antique, or polished—but only screen printing gives you total freedom for full-color custom pins.
Still unsure? Our team can show both versions side-by-side so you can see which matches your brand’s style best.
3. Offset Printing vs. Silkscreen Printing
These two printing types are often mixed up, but they serve different design needs.
Silkscreen printing (screen printing) uses one screen per color and works best for solid color areas—like corporate logos or text. Offset printing, also known as CMYK printing, uses tiny dots of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black to create full-color gradients and photo effects.
Offset printing is ideal for artwork that looks like a magazine cover or photograph. Silkscreen printing, on the other hand, keeps colors bold and crisp.
Both methods are available at Sienna Pacific, and both include free digital proofs and fast turnaround times. We’ll help you choose the right process based on how you want your pin to look: smooth color layers or rich photo-level detail.
Either way, your finished product will have a durable epoxy coating for long-lasting shine.
4. How to Prepare Artwork for Screen Printed Pins
To get the best possible print, start with clean artwork. Vector files (AI, CDR, SVG, or PDF) are ideal because they keep edges sharp at any size. If you only have a high-resolution JPG or PNG, no problem—just make sure it’s at least 300 dpi at actual size.
We review every file that comes in and send back a digital proof showing color separations, outlines, and bleed areas. This ensures your small text and color transitions print exactly as expected.
Need help refining your design? Our art team can simplify shapes, match Pantone® colors, and prepare your logo for the printing process—all part of our free artwork service.
Once approved, production moves fast—usually within 10–12 business days, depending on your design’s complexity and quantity.
5. Why Epoxy Coating Matters
Epoxy is more than just a shiny layer—it’s the secret to the durable finish you feel when you hold a printed pin. After the ink cures, we pour a thin dome of epoxy over the surface, letting it harden into a crystal-clear shield.
It protects against scratches, sunlight, and water, locking in the vibrant colors underneath. It also adds a little optical depth, making designs look richer and more dimensional.
Without epoxy, inks would wear faster; with it, your pins will last for years—even with daily wear on uniforms or hats.
Every Sienna Pacific screen printed pin comes with epoxy included at no extra cost. It’s part of how we ensure your artwork looks exactly as good in three years as it did the day it arrived.
6. Quick Recap: Why Screen Printed Pins Might Be Perfect for You
- Ideal for detailed or photographic designs
- Supports small text and gradients with perfect registration
- Comes with free artwork setup and digital proof
- Includes epoxy coating for protection and shine
- Fast production time (10–12 days)
- Minimum order just 100 pieces
If you’re ready to create pins that capture every color and line of your design—without compromise—
Start your quote today and we’ll send you a proof within one business day.