We believe in the beauty of simplicity. Every card we create is entirely blank, featuring nothing but a premium pin badge on the front and a discreet, elegant paper embossment of our logo on the back. No clutter, no cliches - just a canvas for your own words and a keepsake they can keep forever.
We don’t sell online because we believe the best things are found out in the world. All of our storytelling, new product drops, and community updates happen over on Instagram.
Take a look at what we’re creating and find out where you can pick one up.
Follow Us on Instagram →Pinbadgecards.com is the passion project of Grant Forrest, a Digital and Brand Consultant who decided to bring two lifelong loves into one space.
The Badges
In his younger days playing international basketball, it was custom for teams to exchange pin badges before a game. That’s where Grant's love for them began. While those original badges have all been given away over the years to inspire and encourage the young players he now coaches, the obsession with the medium never left.
The Cards
For as long as he can remember, Grant has loved making cards. Beyond the joy of the creative process, making a card shows the recipient that you truly care - that you took the time to sit down, think of them, and create something unique.
The Longevity
There was just one problem: most greeting cards have a short shelf life. They sit on a mantelpiece for a week and eventually get thrown away. By marrying a card with a curated pin badge, the sentiment lives on. The recipient reads your card, detaches the badge, and wears it or attaches it to their bag, jacket, or noticeboard. A simple card becomes a lasting keepsake.
You won't find a "Buy Now" button or a shopping cart on our website.
We are proud to be internet-exclusive on Instagram, but entirely offline when it comes to buying. We want to encourage people to get out into their communities, explore local high streets, and support independent shops.
Make an event out of it. Take the bike. Walk a different route. Stop by that local cafe you’ve been meaning to try, grab a coffee, or sit in the park.
We are currently onboarding our Phase 1 stockists. Follow us on Instagram to see the independent shops, boutiques, and local spaces stocking our cards near you.
Find a Local Stockist →We’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re a fellow pin collector, someone who loves the dying art of writing cards, or a local shop interested in becoming a stockist, come say hello.
We do all of our talking in the DMs. Drop us a follow and send us a message!
Say Hello on Instagram →