Choose the Right Spot on Your Jacket or Bag
Before you push the pin through, decide where you want it. Common spots include the lapel of a denim or canvas jacket, the front pocket of a backpack, or the strap of a tote bag. Avoid areas that get constant rubbing or bending, like the shoulder seam of a jacket or the bottom corner of a bag, because the pin may loosen or the fabric may wear faster.
Thicker fabrics such as denim, canvas, or wool hold the pin better than thin nylon or silk. If your bag or jacket has a lining, you will need to push the pin through the outer layer only — the back post should not poke through the lining, because the butterfly clasp needs to grip the post firmly against the fabric.
Steps to Attach the Enamel Pin Securely
Follow these steps to keep your pin in place on a jacket or bag.
- Position the pin and mark the spot: Hold the pin against the fabric and check that it sits flat. Lightly mark the center with a pin or chalk if needed.
- Push the post through the fabric: From the front, push the back post straight through the fabric. For hard enamel pins like the Tasty Lips Enamel Pin (28mm wide, hard enamel with black metal finish), the single post is sturdy enough for most medium-weight fabrics.
- Attach the butterfly clasp: On the inside of the fabric, slide the butterfly clasp onto the post. Press firmly until you hear or feel it click into the groove. Do not twist the clasp — it should slide straight on.
- Check the grip: Gently tug the pin from the front to make sure the clasp holds. If it feels loose, remove the clasp and push it on again more firmly.
What the Tasty Lips Enamel Pin Gives You
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Tasty Lips Enamel Pin: The Tasty Lips Enamel Pin is hard enamel with a black metal finish, measures approximately 28 x 28mm, and has one back post with a butterfly clasp. The single post and butterfly clasp are standard for most enamel pins. The 28mm size fits well on a jacket lapel or bag flap without being too large or too small.
Tasty Lips Enamel Pin
Keep the Pin Secure Over Time
Butterfly clasps can loosen with repeated wear. Check the back of your pin every few weeks and push the clasp back on if needed. If you plan to wear the pin on a jacket that goes through the wash, remove it first — hard enamel is durable, but the clasp and metal finish can be damaged by machine washing.
For extra security on a bag that gets heavy use, you can add a small locking pin back or a rubber backing grip (not included with most pins). These are sold separately at craft stores and give the clasp a tighter hold on the post.
When to Avoid Certain Fabrics or Locations
Very thin or stretchy fabric (like jersey knit or thin polyester) may not hold the post firmly, and the pin can sag or fall off. Similarly, avoid placing the pin on a curved surface like a rounded bag handle — the flat back of the pin needs a relatively flat area to sit flush.
If your jacket or bag has a waterproof coating, the post may not penetrate easily. Test on an inconspicuous spot first, or use a small awl to make a starter hole.
