The best event and conference giveaways are the ones people wear or keep, not the ones they bin in the hotel room. In practice that means SGD $2–$10 per attendee for general giveaways, with a premium tier around $10–$20 for speakers, VIPs and prize draws. Custom patches start at 20 pieces and custom enamel pins at 50, both with a free digital proof and free worldwide shipping.
The keep-or-bin test
Before you order anything, ask three questions about it:
- Would someone wear or display it? A patch on a backpack or a pin on a lanyard stays visible for years. A generic desk item does not.
- Does it survive the flight home? Patches and pins are flat, light and nearly indestructible in a suitcase.
- Is it specific to the event? A dated, event-specific design gets kept as a memento. A plain logo gets forgotten.
Patches and pins pass all three, which is why they outlast most conference swag.
General giveaways: SGD $2–$10 per attendee
| Item | Minimum | Cost per piece | Production |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embroidered patches at 300 | 20 | SGD $3 | About 2 weeks |
| Embroidered patches at 100 | 20 | SGD $5 | About 2 weeks |
| Enamel pins at 500 | 50 | SGD $1.80 | About 2 weeks |
| Enamel pins at 200 | 50 | SGD $2.60 | About 2 weeks |
| PVC patches at 500 | 30 | SGD $4 | About 4 weeks |
For a 300-person conference, 300 embroidered patches works out at SGD $900 all in — no setup fee, no mould fee, shipping included. Enamel pins at 500 pieces land at SGD $900 for the full run.
Premium tier: SGD $10–$20 for speakers and VIPs
Smaller runs cost more per piece, which is exactly what you want for a limited speaker gift:
- Embroidered or woven patches at 20–50 pieces — SGD $8 to $7 each. A separate, better design for speakers reads as deliberate.
- Enamel pins at 50–100 pieces — SGD $4 to $3 each at 2.5cm, rising 10% per 0.5cm up to 4.5cm. A 4cm hard-enamel pin feels substantially more premium than a 2.5cm one.
- Enamel metal magnets at 50 — SGD $4 each, and every size from 2.5cm to 4cm costs the same, so go large.
Quantities and lead times
Minimums are 20 pieces for embroidered, woven and silk screen patches, 30 for PVC patches, and 50 for enamel pins and enamel magnets.
Production runs about 2 weeks after you approve the proof, or about 4 weeks for PVC because a mould is made for each design. Shipping is on top. There is no rush or expedited option, so work backwards from your event date and confirm artwork 6 to 8 weeks ahead.
Design tips for event swag
- Put the year on it. Attendees keep dated items and collect them across editions.
- Pick velcro backing for patches if attendees are likely to move them between bags and jackets. Iron-on and sew-on are the same price.
- Keep text large. Below about 4mm, thread loses legibility — choose woven over embroidered if your design has fine type.
- Send Pantone codes if brand colour accuracy matters. We match to them at no extra cost.
Frequently asked questions
How much should I budget for conference giveaways?
SGD $2 to $10 per attendee for general giveaways, and $10 to $20 for speakers, VIPs and prize draws. At 300 pieces, embroidered patches are SGD $3 each and enamel pins at 500 are SGD $1.80 each.
What are the minimum order quantities?
20 pieces for embroidered, woven and silk screen patches, 30 for PVC patches, and 50 for enamel pins.
When should I place the order before the event?
Confirm artwork 6 to 8 weeks before the event date. Production is about 2 weeks after proof approval, or about 4 weeks for PVC, plus shipping. There is no rush service.
How much does shipping cost?
Nothing. Shipping is free worldwide from Singapore on every order, with no minimum spend. Import duties and local taxes, where they apply, are paid by the customer.
Is there a setup or mould fee?
No. There is no setup, mould or die fee on any product, including first orders with a brand-new design.
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