Overview

This project involved creating a detailed hard enamel lapel pin for a client order exceeding 500 pcs. The design, titled “grapes,” required precise craftsmanship to capture its details. The final product needed to balance vibrant colors with high-quality metalwork, ensuring the design was both visually appealing and durable.

Pin Details

Below are some details for the project:

1. Design Details: A gold metal base with bold enamel colors: white, black, Pantone 123, Pantone 7420, and Pantone 7714. The design featured Christian symbols, including a chalice, grapes, and wheat, surrounded by the text “Corpus Christi.”
2. Style: Hard enamel lapel pin
3. Size: 26×26mm.
4. Plating: Gold
5. Backside: Custom backstamp
6. Accessory: A gold butterfly clutch for easy use.
7. Durability: The pins were to be 1.5mm thick, ensuring robustness without compromising aesthetics.
8. Packaging: Standard polybags for secure and economical packaging.

Crafting Process

1. Design Finalization:
   The process began with an initial design provided by the client. The client sent the initial details with some details and needs. Our team reviewed these details to ensure clarity and accurate color placement. Key elements like the chalice’s golden shimmer and the subtle texture of the grapes required careful planning to reflect the original design’s intent. Size, plating and other details also need to be clearly marked in the artwork. Finally, the client approved the artwork for the production.
2. Mold:
   A custom mold was created to match the 26×26mm dimensions, ensuring sharp edges and high-fidelity detail reproduction. This step laid the foundation for a precise representation of the intricate imagery.
3. Enamel Application:
   Hard enamel colors were carefully filled into the recessed areas of the metal base.
4. Wet Grinding & Polishing:
   After the enamel was set, wet grinding made the metal lines on the pin visible and polishing could make a smooth surface.
5. Metal Plating:
   The lapel pins were plated with a gold finish, adding an elegant base that highlighted the religious design elements. The gold plating was meticulously polished to enhance its reflective quality.
6. Quality Checks: Each pin was inspected for enamel uniformity, color accuracy, and flawless plating.
7. Packaging: Once approved, the pins were individually packed in standard polybags to protect them during transit.

Post-Production Results

The completed lapel pins exceeded client expectations, as evidenced by their positive feedback. The vibrant colors, particularly the Pantone 7420 and Pantone 7714, were striking and aligned perfectly with the client’s vision. Additionally, the gold plating added a premium feel to the final product. The pins’ durability was a standout feature, thanks to the 1.5mm thickness and hard enamel finish.

Client Feedback

The client expressed satisfaction with both the process and the final product:
“Our client said: ‘The vibrant enamel colors and polished gold finish brought our vision to life. We were particularly impressed with the attention to detail and the durability of the pins.’”

Key Takeaways

This project demonstrated the importance of:

• Close collaboration with the client to ensure design accuracy.
• High-quality materials and meticulous craftsmanship in delivering durable enamel pins.
• Rigorous quality control processes to uphold production standards for large orders.

Conclusion

In conclusion, this hard enamel lapel pin project highlights the importance of precision and attention to detail in custom pin production. By using high-quality materials and employing meticulous craftsmanship, we ensured that each hard enamel lapel pin met the client’s specifications for durability, color accuracy, and aesthetic appeal. The finished pins not only satisfied the client’s requirements but also exemplified the superior quality that hard enamel lapel pins offer. Whether you’re looking for detailed designs or robust finishes, our hard enamel lapel pins provide an excellent solution for any occasion

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