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Custom Buttons

Build your own design!

Busy Beaver Button Co. specializes in buttons and pins of almost every shape and size.
Our round button options include 1 inch, 1.25 inch, 1.5 inch, 2.25 inch, 3 inch, and our biggest button, 6 inch. If you’re looking for square pinback buttons, we offer 1 inch, 1.5 inch and 2 inch square. We also have unique oval and rectangle shapes. All of our custom buttons have a locking pin back. Every button is made with care by a woman-owned business in a solar powered, geothermal facility.

If you want to order custom buttons that are extra special, Busy Beaver offers a variety of exclusive special finishes. You can choose from standard, matte finish buttons, metallic, glow-in-the-dark, holographic, neon, gold or silver paper, paper bag, hemp and unicorn for your custom button.

In addition to promotional buttons, Busy Beaver also offers a variety of unique products and services, including: Custom Fridge Magnets, Custom Lapel Magnets, Custom Stickers, Custom Mirrors, Custom Bottle Openers, Button Machines, Button Parts, Button Packs, Sticker Packs and more!

Order from the Button Experts
Since 1995, Busy Beaver has been creating custom buttons for clients of all kinds. Our team of dedicated and friendly custom button experts will work with you to create the custom pinback button of your dreams. Think of us as your friend in the button business - we'll make sure that you'll get the customized pins you want, when you want them. We're the button maker you can rely on!

Be Part of Button History
Did you know that the Busy Beaver Button Co. factory also houses a museum of pinback buttons? Yes, that's right! We love buttons and pins so much that we created the world's only Pin-back Button Museum. The museum is dedicated to preserving the history of the button. When you order promotional buttons from Busy Beaver, a sample of your order is automatically donated to the museum. So you're not just getting a high quality batch of custom buttons, you're becoming part of button history.

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Order Custom Buttons-Busy Beaver Buttons Co Expert Design Review For Every Custom Button Order

Our in-house design team will review artwork to ensure you will receive the very best pinback buttons and products.

Our design team will check your custom pins artwork to make sure it has the proper image resolution and size, art is within the safe area and includes a full bleed, color is CMYK and rim text is placed correctly.

If your artwork looks good, we'll begin production. If changes are needed, you will receive an email from our design team within 1 business day.

Free Ground Shipping included with every custom button order
Standard Turnaround: 1 week plus ground shipping time
Rush Turnaround: 4 - 7 Days. Choose a rush shipping option at checkout.
Need them quicker? Contact us and we'll do our best to make it happen!

Don't have a button design? We'll be happy to layout your custom button!

Every button is created in a solar-powered, geothermal facility using US-made recycled steel parts, a combination of recycled and sustainably reforested papers, and non-toxic toner. Learn more about how we create eco friendly promotional products.

Please submit artwork according to the following guidelines:
• Art is in CMYK Color
• Art is at least 300 dpi
• Art is at least the size of your chosen button
• All fonts are outlined - follow our How to Outline Fonts in Illustrator guide for help!
• All linked images are embedded in file
• Fonts are 5pt size or above
• Line weight is 0.5pt thick or above

Accepted File Types (Max size: 10mb)
.jpg, .png, .psd, .eps, .ai

Does your custom button need color matching?
We print in Four Color Process Printing (CMYK), but are happy to match Uncoated Pantone process colors at no charge upon request. To request color matching, please provide PMS color matching info in the comment section of your order. Please note, your artwork must be a vector file with that spot color set up in the design.

Want to design buttons yourself? Your Expert Button Maker is here to help!
Questions about our artwork guidelines? Please read our FAQs.
Questions about our special finishes? Please read our special finish guidelines.
Need a template for your artwork? Download one of our free button templates.

We promise you’ll receive the best and highest quality custom buttons and products.
Exceptional Quality Control is applied to every stage of our production process, from the review of your artwork to the manufacturing and shipping of your custom buttons. This Commitment to Quality is evidence of our 5-Star Rating and 27+ years of happy customers!

Green Manufacturing for Pinback Buttons
We produce all our custom buttons in the most environmentally efficient way possible. We’ve built sustainability into every part of our business, from using geothermal heating and cooling to making sure all your custom pins are made from recycled materials. Some of our green manufacturing processes include:
• Your button design is printed on a combination of recycled and sustainably reforested papers
• The metal part we use to make buttons and custom pins is US-made recycled steel.
• Our factory where we make buttons is a renovated a century-old building in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood with eco-friendly insulation, geothermal heating and cooling and reclaimed building materials.
• Our use of solar power offsets our carbon footprint to save an average of 9 trees every month. That’s enough oxygen for 27 people!
• Nearly all of our suppliers are located within a 100 mile radius of our factory. We support local businesses while also cutting down on the emissions produced and fuel used during shipping.
• More than half of our employees bike to work. This not only helps combat noise pollution, reduce traffic in the area, but riding to work rather than driving can cut down on total household emissions by at least 6%.

Eco-Friendly Custom Buttons

Sustainability is central to how we make our custom buttons. We use recycled and sustainably sourced papers, paired with US-made recycled steel for the button backing. We offset our carbon footprint with solar power that saves the equivalent of nine trees each month. Most of our suppliers are local, within 150 miles, reducing shipping emissions. Plus, over half our team bikes to work, helping cut household emissions and reduce traffic in our community.

Choosing Busy Beaver custom buttons means high-quality products made with care for the planet.

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Why choose busy beaver?

Be a part of button history!

Since 1995, we've helped artists, brands, schools, and nonprofits design standout buttons with fast turnaround and friendly support. When you order, you're not just getting top-notch merch—you’re becoming part of button history. A sample of every order is archived in our one-of-a-kind Button Museum!

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Custom Button FAQs

What to know before ordering custom buttons

What are custom buttons?

Custom pinback buttons are small, wearable items made by printing your design onto paper, which is then pressed together with a recycled US steel backing, a protective plastic covering, and a locking pin. They're perfect for promotions, events, causes, and keepsakes. Personalized buttons are affordable, collectible, and easy to share.

How do I make custom buttons?

Upload your design, choose your button size and special finish, and we’ll take care of the rest. Use our free visualizer tool to perfect your layout or request a digital proof. Need help? Add Design Service or contact orders@busybeaver.net to order a physical sample. You can even add rim text for extra personalization.

What sizes of custom buttons are available?

Busy Beaver offers round buttons in 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2.25", 3", and 6" sizes. Square buttons are available in 1", 1.5", and 2". We also offer unique shapes like oval and rectangle buttons.

What special finishes can I get on custom buttons?

Choose from a wide range of exclusive finishes: matte, metallic, cosmic holographic, sparkle, glow-in-the-dark, neon, gold or silver paper, paper bag, hemp, and unicorn holographic. These finishes give your buttons extra flair and visibility.

Can I make photo buttons?

Yes! Upload a high-quality photo and customize it with text or special finishes. We recommend the 3" size for best clarity. Picture buttons make great gifts, keepsakes, and event favors.

Do you offer packaging for custom buttons?

Yes! Choose from retail-ready options like bags with toppers, flat packs, or display packs. Packaging helps protect your buttons and gives your merch a polished presentation.

What’s the difference between pinback buttons and enamel pins?

Pinback buttons are printed and sealed with a protective layer. Enamel Pins are cast metal and shaped with a mold. Both are great merch options available from Busy Beaver! Contact orders@busybeaver.net for an enamel pin quote.

How can I use custom buttons?

Buttons are mini billboards that spread your message anywhere. Use them for branding, fundraising, awareness, celebration, or creative expression. They're TSA-friendly, lightweight, and easy to carry.

Can I order just one custom button?

Yes! Individual samples of your custom button designs are available for $8 each. Contact orders@busybeaver.net for more information.

Can you help with custom button design?

Absolutely. Our in-house designers can review and refine your artwork. Add Design Service to your order for all your customization needs.

Are your buttons eco-friendly?

Yes! Our buttons are made with reforested and recycled paper, recycled US steel parts and non-toxic inks. We prioritize sustainability with low-waste processes and eco-conscious packaging.

What’s your turnaround time for custom buttons?

Our standard production time is 5 business days plus shipping. Need them faster? Rush options are available, including same-day production.

Can I get custom buttons fast?

Yes! For urgent orders under 4 business days, email orders@busybeaver.net and we’ll work with you to meet your deadline.

How do Busy Beaver buttons stay on?

All our buttons come with a strong locking pin-back mechanism that keeps them secure on jackets, backpacks, hats, or displays—even through everyday use.