Lapel Fittings
Craft Signature Lapel Pins
Our sterling silver lapel fittings are designed to offer both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Whether you are creating custom lapel pins for formal wear, corporate events, or personal expression, these fittings provide the perfect starting point. Their quality construction ensures durability and a polished finish to your designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
A lapel pin is a small decorative pin worn on the lapel of a jacket or coat. It can serve various purposes, from being a symbol of affiliation to a company or organization, to a fashion statement, or a personal expression of style. Lapel pins can be made from various materials, including metals like sterling silver, and come in numerous designs.
To create a custom lapel pin:
- Design Your Pin: Start with a unique design that you wish to feature on the lapel pin. This could be a symbol, logo, or any decorative element.
- Prepare the Lapel Pin Base: Use the sterling silver lapel pin as the base for your custom design.
- Solder the Design onto the Pin: Carefully solder your custom design onto the flat surface of the lapel pin. Ensure that it is securely attached and positioned as desired.
- Finishing Touches: Once the soldering is complete, finish your lapel pin with any additional detailing or polishing to enhance its appearance.
- Ready to Wear: The end result is a custom, ready-to-wear lapel pin that reflects your personal style or the intended theme.
To transform a lapel pin into a necklace:
- Attach a Chain: Use a jump ring to attach a chain to the pin's catch or a loop on the pin itself.
- Secure the Pin: Ensure the pin's catch is securely closed or locked.
- Adjust Length: Choose a chain length that complements the design and intended wear style.
- Wear as a Pendant: The lapel pin now doubles as a pendant, ready to be worn as a unique necklace.