A backer card (or backing card) is a piece of card stock, thicker than a business card, that attaches to the back of enamel pins or other accessories. It's the most common way to package both hard and soft enamel pins.
How do you make pins for packaging?
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What is a card backer?
A backer card is the paper that goes above or behind your custom accessories. As the name implies, backer cards go behind your product, like custom pins. For that reason, they help transport your products safely and securely, while adding a professional touch your customers will remember.Apr 12, 2019
What kind of paper do they use for Cards?
Most business cards are printed on 14 Pt cardstock, which is a thicker and more durable form of paper than the stuff you might have in your home printer. However, there are variations between different types of cardstock, most of which come down to the paper's weight.
What weight is card stock paper?
The 80 lb card stock is the most common weight of card stock, and is used for DIY invitations, card making, scrapbooking, flyers, post cards, die-cutting, menus, craft projects, program, and business cards. If you are needing to fold the 80 lb cardstock, we would recommending scoring the stock before folding it.
What can you use for the back of a pin?
Rubber is great when you want to lock pins that'll stay close to your body. Rubber is nice and soft and doesn't scratch your skin or press too hard on you. Rubber is great for jackets or sweaters. Keep in mind that all these locks will be close to your body and this back side of the pin needs to be comfortable.