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UV-printed barrette

Nº D-11247

Rounded rectangular barrette, its face curved to the head, metal spring clasp — full-face UV print; hair accessories, gifts.

Made for: Fashion & retail.

Sample printed on paper decal 80 gsm, gloss lamination; style: gifts & souvenirs.

Sample size 80 × 16 × 22 mm.

About this mockup

A rounded rectangular barrette curved to the head with a metal spring clasp — full-face UV print.

Usually holds
Hair accessories, merch, gifts.
Who uses it
Accessory shops, fan clubs, POD sellers.
Popular in
Korea, Vietnam, Japan.
Also searched as
hair clip mockup · barrette mockup · custom hair clip

How to use this mockup

  1. Start from 80 × 16 × 22 mm.
  2. Place your print on the print area.
  3. Turn it in 3D, export a picture or video, or stage a scene.

Trade tips

  • Place a tote’s logo 6–8 cm below the handles so it is not hidden on the shoulder.
  • Small accessories (keyrings, leather patches) should carry only the logo.
  • Paper labels do not like water: use plastic labels for fridges and bathrooms.
  • Gloss lamination deepens colours but shows fingerprints and glare under shelf lights.

Questions

Is the UV-printed barrette mockup free?

Yes, commercial use included; Free adds a watermark grid at 1K, Pro exports 4K without it.

Which sizes does the UV-printed barrette mockup come in?

80 × 16 × 22 mm; your print keeps its true scale on the product.

Can I use the mockup pictures to sell and advertise?

Yes, on every plan including Free: use them on your website, marketplaces, social media and for clients. Pro removes the watermark and exports 4K pictures.

What is the UV-printed barrette sample printed on?

The sample is paper decal 80 gsm with gloss lamination.

Construction

A UV-printed barrette has a rounded-rectangle face of acrylic, ABS or metal, curved to the head, fixed to a metal spring clasp (French clip or snap clip) with adhesive or rivets. The face is UV-printed while flat, or on the curve using a UV printer with a jig. A gloss UV varnish or clear resin dome can be added over the print.

Choosing board and material

2–3 mm clear or opal acrylic reverse-printed for deep gloss colour; ABS, PU or metal with a white base, printed on the front. Stainless or plated spring steel clasps. The plastic must withstand hairdryer heat and not snap when the clip is flexed.

Finishing

UV print with a white underlay so colours are true on clear or metal bases; a gloss UV varnish or thick epoxy resin dome gives a glassy, scratch-resistant face. Raised UV print (multiple ink layers) adds texture. Laser engraving for single-colour metal clips.

Preparing the print file

Work at the actual face size (e.g. 80 × 22 mm), leaving 1–2 mm clear round the rounded edge, where printing on the curve is uneven. Small motifs, minimum type about 2 mm tall; repeats and continuous patterns suit better than long words. Reverse printing on acrylic needs a mirrored file and a white layer.

Common mistakes

  • Long words on a 22 mm-wide face: type is too small and reads as a smear.
  • Printing to the rounded edge: ink bleeds on the curve and the outline goes ragged.
  • No white underlay on clear acrylic: colours are pale and nearly invisible on dark hair.
  • No protective coat: the print scratches after weeks of use.

Questions and answers

What patterns suit an 80 × 22 mm barrette?

Small repeats like ditsy florals, checks or marble, or one horizontal illustration running the length; text should be a single short word or brand name about 4–6 mm tall.

Does the head-curved face distort the print?

A little: artwork printed flat then bent stretches slightly in the middle; with geometric patterns, check a proof on a real blank before the run.

Are UV-printed hair clips durable?

Yes with a white underlay and a varnish or resin coat; uncoated prints scratch against hair and combs.

Can custom-printed hair clips be made in small runs?

Yes, UV printing needs no plates, so each design can differ; the clip blanks come in fixed sizes.

How do UV-printed barrettes work as event gifts?

Print the logo or brand pattern on the clip, mount it on a printed backing card with the event name, and pack it in a zip bag or small box.

Sizes available

  • 80 × 16 × 22 mm

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