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Did you know that softball is the fastest-growing sport in the NCAA? Softball is growing quicker in viewership and revenue than college football and baseball combined.
With such dedicated and skilled athletes, it’s no wonder that softball – at all levels – is finally getting the attention and recognition it deserves.
Womens' sports should be taken seriously. Creating softball trading pins for your team is one way to recognize an athlete's incredible discipline, bolster a team's spirit, and build community wherever you go.
Team pins build a sense of community and carry on the tradition of sportsmanship. While picking out your design and trying to stay on budget is probably at the top of your list, the first thing to consider is how your softball trading pin is going to be used.
Softball trading pins are all about creating community. Whether that’s between teammates, families, or fans, your pin should be something people are proud of and excited to wear. Since they are used to help build team spirit and team bonding, they should also clearly represent your team and your team logo.
It's also good to remember that pins will be traded. Players will often exchange pins with other players to commemorate a special playoff game, remember nationals, or the Softball World Series.
You should choose the right pin material and size for your budget, so you can have plenty of great-looking pins to go around.
Well-made pins will also be collected. When designing your team pin, keep in mind that pins are a lot easier to hang onto than big trophies.
If you have the time, personalization that memorializes a specific team, game, or inside joke will go a long way.
Time is always going to be your friend when choosing your team trading pin. As soon as a new season starts or a big game is on the horizon, it's a good idea to start planning ahead.
A good pin manufacturer should be able to provide you with a quote at the very start of your search. That way if you have to get your budget approved or run your idea by a committee, you’ll have the right information at your fingertips.
If you are looking to get a high-quality soft enamel pin designed, the production time alone could take up to a month. You should also add additional time into your timeline if you are working with a designer or if you want to run the design by others.
If you are tight on time, there are still plenty of options to consider.
When creating a custom enamel pin, you’ll want to provide some type of design or inspiration to the factory or manufacturer you are working with. A lot of these companies have in-house designers, so you may just have to provide a picture of the logo to get started.
Our design team at Softball Trading Pins have been designing softball pins for teams since 2003. And did you know that our designs are free?
Clearly communicating your design expectations at the beginning, will make the process go a lot smoother. It's also great to work with expert and experienced designers like our team because they will translate your ideas into something that people will love.
When thinking about your design, it’s good to keep a few basic design principles in mind. Keep the design simple. It’s also good to use strong colors and lines to make your design pop.
Because of the compact size, fewer lines and details will help your design stand out from the crowd.
Once you figure out your design, you’ll want to start looking for the right material. The material and quality of your pin are almost as important as the design.
There are two basic types of pins you should be aware of:
Material, size, and quantity are going to be the main factors in determining your overall cost. As a general rule, the more pins you order the cheaper your unit cost is going to be.
For example, one hundred 1.0” soft enamel pins could cost you about $270. If you ordered one thousand of those same pins, your total cost would only be $960.
Ranging from 1.0” to 3.0”, the size of your pin will also impact your bottom line. Your overall cost can double if you are choosing to go with a bigger pin design. For softball, the most popular pin size is 1.75”.
It’s great to have an understanding of the pricing right up front, so you don’t set your heart on something your team can’t afford.
If you are thinking about purchasing softball trading pins, today is a great day to get started. Figuring out your timeline, design, materials, and budget will put you on the right path to finding the best manufacturer for your team pins.
Ask for a free quote and start designing a pin that your team, fans, and community will love.