How to Make Custom Shrink Plastic Enamel Lapel Pins

How to Make Custom Shrink Plastic Enamel Lapel Pins Learn how to make your own enamel pins with this fun faux shrink plastic enamel pin technique! Make a collection of full color pin badges in various shapes. I'll show you how to make them every step of the way! What are Enamel Pins? Enamel pins are small, decorative pins typically made from metal and enamel.  They come in various shapes, sizes, and designs, often featuring colorful enamel coatings that are baked onto the metal surface.  These pins can depict anything from pop culture references to original artwork, and they're often collected and traded by geeked-out enthusiasts. Enamel pins are commonly worn on clothing, such as jackets, hats, or bags, using a butterfly clutch or rubber backing to secure them in place.  They've gained popularity as a form of personal expression and as collectible items due to their affordability, versatility, and ability to showcase unique designs. Hard enamel pins have always been my f...

Faux Enamel Pins with High Gloss Resin DIY

Posted first on Resin Crafts Blog Faux Enamel Pins with High Gloss Resin DIY! Make some cool faux enamel pins to bling up a jean jacket. Enamel pins are fun to collect but they are even better to make. Design a cool image and add resin for the perfect glossy finish. These resin pins are great for party favors, gifts or just for making your backpack or jacket stand out! I first experienced shrink plastic or "Shrinky Dinks" when I was about 7 years old. I am sure I got some for my birthday, they were Lady Lovely Locks themed...does anyone remember her? They came pre-printed and then I just colored them with colored pencils on the roughed-up surface. It was so fun to bake them in the oven and watch them shrink, curl and flatten out. Shrink plastic is so much fun and I haven't lost any of the fascination of watching it. It's exciting to see the process every single time. These cute fruity puns make darling little buttons for a jacket or bag. They are simple ...