Soft Enamel
Color is filled below raised metal lines, leaving a tactile recessed surface. It suits vivid color separation and designs where visible metal borders are part of the look.
Process selection guide
Custom Gift Craft Processes & Finishing Options
Compare enamel, printing, epoxy, relief, plating and attachment choices before approving a digital proof for medals, pins, badges, coins and related custom gifts.
Best practiceChoose the process from the artwork, surface requirement, product use and budget—not from a process name alone.
Color and surface
Enamel, printing and protective resin
These options affect texture, detail reproduction and the way color sits against the metal or plastic surface.
Imitation Hard Enamel
Color is filled and polished close to the metal lines for a smooth face. It is often selected for a refined, jewelry-like presentation.
Printing & Epoxy Dome
Printing supports gradients, fine details and complex artwork. A clear epoxy dome can add surface protection and a rounded glossy appearance where suitable.
Form and depth
2D and 3D relief
Relief depth should be selected according to the design rather than used as a blanket premium feature.
2D Relief
Uses clearly defined raised and recessed levels. It works well for text, logos, borders and graphic shapes that need clean separation.
3D Relief
Uses gradual height transitions for faces, figures, animals, architecture and sculpted forms. Fine text usually remains 2D for clarity.
Metal finish
Plating and surface appearance
Common directions include polished gold, silver and nickel, black nickel, antique brass, antique copper, antique silver and selected dual finishes. Availability depends on the base material and product.
Polished & Satin Finishes
Bright polished plating creates strong highlights, while satin or brushed directions create a softer reflected surface.
Antique Finishes
Darkened recesses increase contrast and emphasize relief. Antique finishes are often used for heritage, sports and commemorative designs.
Attachments
Backings, keyrings, ribbons and packaging
The attachment must match the product weight, use, presentation and target market.
Pin & Badge Backings
Butterfly clutch, rubber clutch, safety pin, brooch pin, magnet, adhesive backing and other confirmed options.
Medal Ribbons
Ribbon width, material, color, printing, loop structure and connection method are confirmed with the medal design.
Presentation Packaging
Individual polybags, backing cards, velvet boxes, paper boxes and custom retail packaging may be discussed.
Unsure which process fits your artwork?
Send the design, quantity, target size, product use and preferred appearance. We will review feasible process directions before quotation.