Custom head badges

[velomentary]

Hello

Do people have any recommendations for UK custom bicycle head badge makers ? I'm creating a personal build with it's own bicycle make/logis etc. Has anyone used any custom badge makers ??

I'll just be looking to create a vintage looking head badge with my own artwork

Thanks

 

[pete_mcc]

UK no, but I’ve used Jen Green in the US, she’s amazing. This is the one she did for my other half’s bike. It’s her cat:

Now that it’s weathered in, the colours now all match the cat’s colours perfectly

 

[slimjoe]

I can vouch for Jen’s work too. I’ve bought off the website and had custom ones done

 

[velomentary]

Thanks guys - I'll check out the website

 

[KayOs]

Those are awesome, a lot of talent and work involved! Mine never looked that cool.

 

[bold stelvis]

I'm tempted to have a go at this myself
get some blanks of amazon, then some DIY electrolysis etching with salty water or bicarb

I mean - doesn't look that hard?

How to Electro-Etch a Solid Metal Plaque

How to Electro-Etch a Solid Metal Plaque: This is a technique that has been used by humans for a very long time. Learn how to create a deep electro-etched metal plaque with household items or items from the hardware store in this Instructable. There are no hazardous chemica…

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[KayOs]

I'm tempted to have a go at this myself
get some blanks of amazon, then some DIY electrolysis etching with salty water or bicarb

I mean - doesn't look that hard?

How to Electro-Etch a Solid Metal Plaque

How to Electro-Etch a Solid Metal Plaque: This is a technique that has been used by humans for a very long time. Learn how to create a deep electro-etched metal plaque with household items or items from the hardware store in this Instructable. There are no hazardous chemica…

www.instructables.com

It's not hard but like everything takes time to get some good results yet alone awesome ones.
There are many little things that can have a negative impact on the result.
I would definitely start with aluminium and simple motifs.
Once you have optimised all the parameters, you can really get started.
Custom badges are a really nice touch on every bike.

 

[donk]

I know they are not UK based, but depending on what you want and your budget, try velocolour in Toronto.

Custom Bicycle Head Badges made in Toronto, Canada — VéloColour Custom Paint and Cycling Bags

VéloColour designs and creates custom head tube badges for bicycles in Toronto, Canada. We can do custom bike headbadges for folks looking for a special custom-made head tube badge. We also do head badge production runs of all sizes for bicycle companies, bike shops, and cycling clubs.

www.velocolour.com

I'd also suggest trying a local small scale jeweler, they may be up for the task.