The Best Way to Display Enamel Pins

Although small, enamel pins can quickly transform your outfit or display item into a unique piece of art. You only need to understand how to style it nicely. Enamel pins come in different sizes and shapes and require a bit of input to get them right. 

While you are free to style these little pieces of art your way, you might need guidance to style enamel pins properly. This blog covers the best ways to display enamel pins. We will provide the different use cases, ten creative ways of styling them, and tips on ensuring your enamel pins last long. Let us get started.

 

How to Use Enamel Pins: Wearable vs. Display vs. Storage

While most people prefer to wear their enamel pins, you can show off these unique pieces of art in several ways. If you want to stay unique yet stylish, you can use enamel pins as a wearable display piece or as a storage solution. Let us analyze these three options.

 

Wearable Options

This is the easiest way of wearing your enamel pin. You simply pin it on your favourite clothing or accessory. It can be a jacket, hat, backpack, or pair of shoes. If you use any tote bags, you can add flair using an enamel pin. For retro lovers, adding an enamel pin on your suspenders or neck tie adds some fun to the look.

 

Display Methods

You can also cleverly display your enamel pins to achieve a classic look. You can use shadow boxes and picture frames to create unique art pieces using enamel pins. Here, you’ll need a themed collection of pins to achieve the best look. You can also use corkboards to show off your collection. Just make sure the enamel pins match your theme.

 

Storage Solutions

You'll need to store your enamel pins safely to avoid scratches and keep them in good condition. You can achieve this in various ways while improving your interior space. You can use a shadow box or pin book. You can also consider using binders and collector cases.

 

Why Display Your Enamel Pins?

While enamel pins are not as common, they are unique pieces that you can display for various reasons. Enamel pins are a subtle way of bringing out your personality and style both when dressing up or decorating your interior space. They’re great conversation starters and will always be a unique decor piece in your home. 

You can also display enamel pins as a reminder of special occasions, events, or achievements. They allow you to share a piece of your world in a small, stylish manner. Enamel pins can also be part of your collection if you are a collector. 

Once you collect several pieces, you can stylishly organize them and adorn your interior space or wearables with the pieces. When organizing, ensure they are safely stored to prevent damage or loss.

 

Top 10 Creative Ways to Display Enamel Pins

We will now analyze 10 creative ways you can display enamel pins. These creative ways will cover several use cases, ensuring you easily find a theme that matches your taste.

 

1.  Cork or Fabric Boards – Classic and customizable.

Cork boards and fabric boards will allow you to display your enamel pins in a stylish manner. This option will suit you best if you own a unique enamel pin collection. You can play around with colours, especially when using fabric boards, as you can easily change the fabric to suit your theme. If you use a corkboard, your enamel pins will need to stand out against the minimalist look of the board.

 

2. Shadow Boxes – Great for protecting valuable or rare pins

You can also use shadow boxes to showcase your rare enamel pins. This option offers a stylish look and protection for your most valuable enamel pins. The glass protects the pins against all elements, ensuring they last longer. You can still play around with the background colours of the shadow boxes to match your theme and enamel pin collection.

 

3. Framed Canvas or Corkboard – Turns your pin collection into wall art

You can simply turn your enamel pin collection into an art piece by displaying them on a framed canvas or corkboard. This allows you to transform your interior space using your pin collection. You’ll be able to preserve the enamel pins for a long time since the frame offers protection from scratching.

 

4. Embroidery Hoops with Fabric – A trendy and DIY-friendly option

 

Consider this option if you are into creative yet minimalist looks. You’ll need an embroidery hoop, which you can make at home, and all that will be left is attaching your pins to it. Using embroidery hoops allows you to customize the piece as you have lots of colour options. The piece can be hand on a wall or showcased on a table console.

 

5. Custom Wooden or Acrylic Stands – Perfect for themed or minimalistic collections.

 

You can easily achieve a statement piece using this method. You need to pin your enamel pin collection on an acrylic or wood stand to create the piece. You’ll need to customize the stand depending on where you intend to display it and the size of your collection. This option is perfect for minimalists.

 

6. Pegboards & Wire Grids – A modern and flexible display choice

 

Pegboards and wire grids are a unique way of displaying enamel pins. They offer lots of character to your space, allowing you to combine the enamel pins with other display materials like Polaroids. You can also include some crawling plants to spice up the wall. Such a piece will be the first thing you notice when entering a room.

 

7. DIY Magnetic Boards – Use magnetic backing to make repositioning easy

 

If you would like to change the look of your interior decor occasionally, then DIY magnetic boards will suit you. These boards allow you to reposition the enamel pins occasionally, achieving whichever theme you have envisioned. You can consider this option if you have an extensive pin collection. You'll need to be extra careful as magnetic boards offer less protection to the enamel pins.

 

8. Glass Cases or Cabinets – Museum-style protection for serious collectors

 

Glass cases and cabinets are great if you are a serious collector. It allows you to display your most treasured pins in an opulent manner. Having enamel pins displayed in glass cases and cabinets makes the pins a centre of attraction to anyone walking in the room. You also get some assurance that the pieces are safe from any elements, making it a perfect option for exclusive enamel pins.

 

9. Pin Books & Collector Albums – Great for safe storage while keeping pins accessible

 

If you are a serious collector, you can consider having a pinbook or collector album. These allow you to safely store all your pins in one place and access them easily. This method is more focused on keeping your enamel pins collection safe, allowing you to pick the ones you wish to wear on a particular day.

 

10. On Everyday Items (Hats, Bags, Shoes) – A fun and practical way to wear your collection

 

Lastly, you can always wear an enamel pin on your everyday items. You have many options, and enamel pins fit almost any clothing or accessory. You can stick one on your jacket, hat, bag, or necktie. You will achieve a sophisticated look by adding a little piece of art to your everyday items.

 

Choose the best way to display and protect your enamel pins

Now that we have an understanding of several ways you can display your enamel pins, how do you know the method that suits you? There are factors you can consider, and we will provide a few tips in this section. 

First, You must decide whether you prefer wearing or displaying your enamel pin collection. This choice depends on your fashion choices or lifestyle. If you want to display your enamel pins, ensure you have a large collection. 

You can also experiment with several display methods until you find the one that matches your theme or works with your space. You can check the requirements for each display method and the one that is within your budget or goes well with your collection.

Finally, you will need to keep your enamel pins safe from scratches and wear. If you wear your pins, you will need to take good care of them when outside and safely store them once you get back into the house. 

If your enamel pins are on display, you can use framed canvases or shadow boxes since they offer the best protection. If you use the other methods, make sure they hang securely and remain uninterrupted. 

You can consider owning a glass cabinet or pinbook if you own a large collection. Displaying the enamel pins in a cabinet or storing them in a pinbook will offer the best protection for your pieces.

 

Final Thoughts

Enamel pins are classic accessories that can quickly transform your look and act as creative decor pieces. We have covered several valuable tips on the best way to display enamel pins. You are always free to try out other innovative ways of displaying pins besides the ones we have covered.

We hope that the insights we have provided will inspire our readers even to experiment more with enamel pin displays. Remember to keep your enamel pin collection safe even when showcasing them. You can always find more enamel pin display ideas and designs at Nextpins. We are always open to new ideas and designs.