Scout pins (which are round in shape) are something you can use to decorate a plain bag or outfit so that it looks cool and also to differentiate it from other people's bags and clothes. Add pins in the desired places so that your items also look more unique. By attaching this easy-to-make accessory, you won't have to worry if someone else has the same thing as you!
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Method 1 of 3: Using Snap-In Pin Type
Step 1. Purchase a snap-in scout pin
These pins are made of clear plastic and are usually sold in two separate pieces that can be 'glued' by pressing. You can find these types of pins at craft supply stores and online stores in a variety of sizes and shapes.
Step 2. Print and cut the image you want to pin
Especially for this method, you must print the image on paper that is usually used for printing with a paper printing machine such as HVS. Make sure the size matches the pin diameter.
Step 3. Glue the image on the convex part of the pin sheath
The image should face that part.
Step 4. Press the pinned pin to the part where the image has been pasted
Finished!
Step 5. You can reuse the pin
This type of pin is easy to remove and put back on. If you want to change the image in the pin, all you have to do is pull the two halves in opposite directions until they come off. After that you can replace the image on the convex part with a new image.
Method 2 of 3: Using a Pin Printing Machine
Step 1. Purchase a pin printing machine, or press machine
You will need this machine to print the pins. This machine is available in several types depending on the size and complexity of the design. Many small-sized printers with simple designs are available at low prices, but usually the quality of the pins produced is not good. If you want to produce pins with good quality and in large quantities (more than 500 pieces, for example), you should use a press machine.
In addition to a press, you may need to purchase a paper cutter specifically designed for pin cutting to speed up the printing process. Usually these are also sold in stores that provide press machines. Make sure the pin print size on the paper cutter you purchased is the same size as the pin print on the machine
Step 2. Purchase pin parts
The size of each part must match the size of the pin print on the machine. Make sure you have these parts: the metal or plastic 'tin' or bottom of the pin, the back of the pin, which is pinned with the same material, and the front of the pin, which is made of mylar plastic.
Step 3. Crop the image
Print the image on paper that can be used with a printing press. Make sure it's the same size as the pin. After that cut as neatly as possible.
Step 4. Place the pin base in the machine
Place the base of the pin in one of the round metal housings that are part of the machine, with the convex side facing up. The case will rotate and stop on the right (in theory, this means that the bottom should be placed on the left).
Step 5. Then place the cropped image on it
Adjust the position as desired and place the part of the picture so that it is facing up (assuming the container is in a horizontal position). Cover the image with the outermost pin.
Step 6. Place the back of the pin in the machine
If the three pieces were in the case on the left, the back of the pin would be in the case on the right. The pinned side should be facing the bottom of the container and the pin forming the coil should be on the left (and laid flat).
Step 7. Assemble the pin pieces in the left-hand housing
Slide so that the container is under the press. Then pull the lever down. The parts will go into the container.
Step 8. Add the back
Now, place the right-hand container under the press. Then press the lever.
Step 9. Remove the pin from inside the machine
Process complete! Now you can use it!
Method 3 of 3: Reusing Old Pins
Step 1. Find the old pin (if you still have it)
You can use this if you only need a few pins (less than 25) and if you don't care about the quality. Take some of the desired size. Each pin doesn't have to be the same size, but this way, you should print the image in different sizes.
Step 2. Find and print the image
Draw a picture (or you can search for one) that you want to attach to the pin in the same size as the pin diameter. Then print on plain paper or photo paper, if you want a better look.
We recommend that, before using photo paper, test first with plain paper, so that the image is printed in the desired size
Step 3. Crop the image
Cut the image carefully using sharp scissors.
Step 4. Glue the image on the front of the pin
The best adhesive you can use is rubber adhesive, which is strong and gives a smooth, clean-looking finish.
Warning
- Keep sharp items as above away from your children and pets.
- Craft knives are quite sharp, so be careful when using them.
- The pins are sharp too! Be careful when attaching or removing pins so you don't puncture your fingers. When not in use, store it closed (this means that the pointy end of the safety pin has to fit into the hook or cap).
