Explore the Mythical Merch Enamel Pin Collection
Mythical Merch is an independent art collective founded in Cleveland, Ohio. For more than 13 years, we have worked with artists to transform illustrations into enamel pins, apparel and other collectible artwork.
Our complete catalog has grown to over 1,000 designs, with more than 800 enamel pins available through this collection alone. We think of Mythical Merch as a micro art gallery: a place where someone can arrive looking for one pin and resurface much later with 14 browser tabs and a newly discovered interest in glow enamel.
Most Mythical Merch pins are produced in limited runs rather than manufactured indefinitely. Edition quantities vary between designs, and many original versions are not restocked after selling out. Check the individual listing for its size, finish, post count and edition information when applicable.
Find Pins by Subject
The All Pins collection includes artwork inspired by music, festivals, cartoons, anime and manga, movies and television, video games, horror, animals, cannabis culture, adult humor and psychedelic art.
Because browsing hundreds of designs can become its own evening activity, our focused collections provide a faster way to explore particular interests. New visitors may want to begin with our best-selling pins or new enamel pins, while collectors looking for a specific subject can browse music pins, festival pins, horror pins, animal pins or weed pins.
Some designs belong in more than one collection. A glow-in-the-dark cannabis pin inspired by a cartoon and intended for a festival hat has made several categorical decisions before breakfast. That overlap is intentional and allows customers to find artwork through whichever feature or subject matters most to them.
Hard Enamel, Soft Enamel and Specialty Construction
Enamel pins are not all constructed in the same way. Hard enamel is polished until the colored enamel sits nearly level with the metal lines, creating a smooth surface. Soft enamel retains recessed color areas, producing more visible and physical texture.
The catalog also includes 3D and dimensional pins, glow-in-the-dark enamel, glitter, anodized metal, epoxy coatings, layered pieces and occasional moving or interactive elements. These treatments are selected according to the artwork rather than applied uniformly across every release.
A specialty finish is only useful when it contributes to the design. Glow can reveal hidden details in darkness, glitter can highlight a specific element, and dimensional metal can turn an illustration into something closer to miniature sculpture. Sometimes the artwork needs an advanced production technique. Sometimes it apparently needs to spin. We have learned not to stand in its way.
Review the individual product page for the construction and effects used in a particular design.
Enamel Pins, Lapel Pins and Hat Pins
“Enamel pin” describes the product’s construction, while “lapel pin” and “hat pin” often describe where a modern post-back pin is worn. Many of the designs in this collection can be attached to hats, jackets, backpacks, lanyards and festival bags or displayed on banners, corkboards and collector cases.
This modern use of “hat pin” should not be confused with the long decorative pins historically used to secure women’s hats. Mythical Merch hat pins are collectible post-back pins designed to pass through fabric and fasten with a clutch or rubber backing.
Larger designs and pins with multiple posts generally remain better oriented on hats and thicker fabric. Smaller enamel pins work well on collars, lanyards or grouped displays where several pieces share the available space.
Advice from Years of Selling Pins in Person
We have spent years displaying and selling enamel pins at festivals, concerts, conventions and other live events. Seeing customers handle the work in person has taught us that finish, size and weight can matter just as much as the subject.
For pins worn on frequently used bags, jackets or festival hats, we recommend locking pin backs when compatible with the design. Standard rubber backs are convenient for collector boards and everyday use, while locking backs provide additional security for valuable, limited-edition or sold-out pieces.
Before wearing a larger pin, consider its weight, post placement and the thickness of the material. A heavy centerpiece may sit securely on a fitted hat but pull forward on thin fabric. Art may be subjective, but gravity remains unreasonably strict.
Building an Enamel Pin Collection
There is no correct way to build a pin collection. Some collectors follow particular artists, subjects or music scenes. Others focus on glow pins, limited editions, matching sets, unusual metal finishes or designs they encountered at specific events.
Individual pieces can be worn or displayed alone, while related designs can be combined through our build-your-own pin packs. A fabric banner or corkboard makes the collection easy to rearrange, and a shadow box or enclosed case provides more protection from dust and handling.
Store pins somewhere dry and begin with a soft cloth when cleaning is necessary. Abrasive polish, prolonged moisture and strong chemical cleaners may damage certain platings, epoxy coatings, glitter or specialty finishes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are most Mythical Merch enamel pins limited edition?
Yes. Most are produced in limited runs, although edition sizes vary. When a specific production quantity has been established, it should appear in the individual listing. Original editions may not return after selling out.
How many enamel pins does Mythical Merch carry?
The full Mythical Merch catalog contains over 1,000 designs across multiple product types, including more than 800 pins in the All Pins collection. The exact number changes as new artwork is released and older editions sell out.
What is the difference between hard and soft enamel?
Hard enamel is polished to create a smooth surface where the enamel and metal lines sit nearly level. Soft enamel retains recessed colored areas and raised metal borders, giving the artwork more texture.
Can enamel pins be worn on hats?
Yes. Many enamel lapel pins can also be worn as hat pins. Designs with multiple posts often stay better oriented, while locking backs can provide additional security during active use.
Where can collectible pins be displayed?
Common options include hats, jackets, backpacks, lanyards, corkboards, fabric banners, ita bags, shadow boxes and collector books. Avoid repeatedly puncturing delicate fabrics with large or heavy pins.
How do I find a particular style?
Use the collection filters and sorting controls or visit a focused category based on subject, construction or finish. Best Sellers is useful for a shorter introduction to the catalog, while New Items shows the most recent releases.
Thank You for Supporting Independent Artists
Every order helps our small team pay artists, develop new designs and continue producing limited editions outside the conventional mass-merchandise system.
Whether you explore all 800-plus pins or somehow exercise enough restraint to choose only one, we appreciate you spending time in our gallery and supporting the people who make it possible.
