Hackpins are customizable 3D-printed pins that let you spiff up your lanyards, keychains, and other accessories. They’re an excellent way to showcase your personality, hobbies, and technical skills through a fun, hands-on project. With just a 3D printer, some filament, hot glue, and your imagination, you can build an assortment of pins in no time!
How do I get started?
1
Hack your pin
2 Print your pin
3 Build your pin
You’ll also want to pick up some pin-backs to attach your Hackpins to lanyards, bags, clothing, or wherever you’d like to display them. These hardware pieces are inexpensive and readily available in bulk from online suppliers. For instance, you can purchase a 400-piece pin-back set for around $10 USD on Amazon.