How to make Enamel Pins
If you don't have a budget for a professional designer, don't despair. Often the best designs are relatively simple, but they fly off the shelves because they strongly resonate with a specific audience. You just need to unleash your creativity and get into the mindset of the target market. Start by scrolling through Reddit, Tumblr and Instagram to see what's trending in your chosen subculture. Facebook groups like Pin Nation are another great place to find some inspiration and engage with the community.
Next, open up your sketchbook and get to work. The old school pen and paper method is just fine for this low-cost business idea. After you've decided on a design, it's time to turn it into a printable file. Usually vector files are ideal, since clean designs speed up the manufacturing process. If you don't already have Adobe Creative Suite, you can either get a free trial of Illustrator or use a free online vector program like Vectr or Inkscape. If this sounds like too much to you, you can always find a designer on a marketplace like Fiverr (where gigs start at just $5 USD) or Upwork . Share your ideas and sketches with the freelancer and then leave the rest up to them!