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dimanche 20 juillet 2014

The Importance Of Pin Back Buttons

By Marylou Forbes


Buttons have been used from time in memorial. They have been there from the time when humans started to design clothes made from fabrics. They evolved from the wooden type, to the plastic, metal made and now from mixed materials. Pin back buttons are temporary buttons that are fastened to a safety pin at the back side which can be flat or curved. The front area usually carries a massage in form of words, letters, logos or even symbols that need to be made public.

Most are shaped round but a variety comes in different shapes and colors. There are a number of companies that have taken up mass production of the badges to meet the growing need. They try to customize the orders to meet some of their clientele standards. There are step by step easy procedures of making your own badge and when the skill is learnt more creativity can be added.

There double functionality has enabled them to stand the test of time. The fasteners are less expensive and thus popular in joining together fabrics and as the same time passing on some information. There weight is not heavy and one can easily move around when they are wearing them. Its merit is that the information on the badge stays longer and can be preserved.

Historically, they can be traced to the United States in the year 1789 when the first president George Washington used them in his inauguration party and almost everyone present was seen spotting the political pin. Due to the buzz, clarity and its simplicity, it gained more popularity and by the year eighteen ninety three it was patented by Benjamin whitehead who added a thin film to enhance the durability of the badge.

They date back about several centuries ago. A number of people have taken up as a hobby to collect the pin badges as some do the same with coins. The collections make mini personal museums that tell stories and tales that might have been forgotten with time.They are a form of artifact.

During election periods, it is interesting to note that candidates go to all extends to pass their message across.Campaign pins are are very common during this season. They mat carry the face of the candidate or a slogan they might want to popularize.

They have been taken up as a method of advertising by some companies to improve their sales with the ultimate goal being to meet targets and improve profits. They can be given as souvenirs and merchandise to clients and prospective customers especially during sales promotion.

Other than commercial use, the pins are used by individuals. Due to the diversity of individuals in cultures, values, beliefs, tastes and preferences, the badges are used to showcase the personality. Instead of using shirts, head gears, hats or scarfs, the badge is a cooler alternative and can be won on a shirt, blouse or even a coat.

For fashion conscious people who love to stay updated on the latest trends and styles they provide a ready market for creativity and improvement of the button badge.




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