Introduction

The Autumn Pin is a seasonal masterpiece developed at HIPINS, designed to celebrate the rich tones, textures, and emotions of autumn. This two-layer pin is more than just a collectible — it’s a storytelling display piece that captures the warmth and whimsy of fall through expert craftsmanship, gradient colors, and layered detailing.

From initial sketch to mass production, the client remained deeply involved in refining every aspect — especially the printing details and color accuracy. Their attentive feedback, paired with HIPINS’ production expertise, resulted in a breathtaking collectible that blends hard enamel, UV print, gradient pearl, and elegant autumn aesthetics.

Design and Production Specifications

• Design Name: Autumn Pin
• Size:
  • Bottom Layer: 90mm tall, scenic base
  • Top Layer: 73.7mm tall, character cutout
• Structure: Dual-layer “pin-on-pin” format
• Material: Zinc alloy, 2.5mm thick for stability
• Plating: Gold metal
• Attachment: 3 rubber clutches for secure mounting
• Backstamp: Laser engraved with series name and edition number

Bottom Layer Features:

• Enamel Technique:
  • Hard enamel fills for vibrant scenery (forests, pumpkins, sunset)
  • Gradient pearl transitions for soft sky blending
  • Transparent sandblast for leaves and atmosphere texture
• Print Effects:
  • UV print for birds, light flares, and layered falling leaves
  • Soft overlays to simulate light depth

Top Layer Features:

• Character Rendering:
  • Warm-toned dress and hair with Pantone 727C print on jacket
  • Fall foliage border integrated with her seated pose
  • 3D layering adds dimension and contrast
• Print Details:
  • UV print accents in facial shading, eyes, hair highlights
  • Spot color print for dress folds and texture enhancement

Communication Process

The Autumn Pin project exemplifies how close collaboration can elevate pin production. From the beginning, the client was highly involved and communicative, with each round of feedback enhancing the final result:

“Here modifications sorry for the wait and thank you for your patience.”

“Approved thank you.”

“Modifications print in her jacket 727c.”

“Print is approved.”

Each layer of feedback was clear and focused — from jacket color adjustments to print texture clarifications. Our team provided multiple digital mockups and color confirmations, ensuring that the jacket print, gradient pearl effect, and UV alignment matched expectations exactly.

Once print color 727C was locked in, the client quickly approved the final layout and we moved to mass production.

Post-Production and Client Feedback

The final production run of the Autumn Pin received excellent feedback. Our quality control ensured that every print detail — from character eyes to the sunset backdrop — was placed with precision. Key highlights include:

✅ Seamless fit between upper and lower layers
✅ UV print of falling leaves showed full opacity without pixel loss
✅ Gradient pearl on the skyline transitioned smoothly
✅ Gold plating maintained consistent tone across both pieces
✅ Jacket color print (727C) matched Pantone reference perfectly

The client’s appreciation was clear, and the pin was confirmed as part of a larger seasonal character series.

FAQ

1. What is a pin-on-pin design?
A pin-on-pin is a layered enamel pin composed of two separate pieces, stacked to add dimension and visual depth. It’s ideal for dynamic scenes or when separating character and background.

2. Can you customize individual print colors like 727C?
Yes. At HIPINS, we support precise Pantone matching, including uncommon or subtle tones. Just specify the code and area, and we’ll reproduce it through spot printing or UV techniques.

3. Will multiple UV print layers affect quality?
Not at all. We use high-resolution UV print technology that ensures every layer — even fine dust, leaves, or sky highlights — remains sharp and fade-resistant.