Custom Paper Bags

Updated 2026-10-06

Custom paper bags are printed carrier and takeout bags made from kraft or white paper, used by retail stores, restaurants, boutiques and event brands. Options include twisted, flat and rope handles, gusseted or flat styles, and laminated luxury builds. Share your size, handle type, quantity and logo, and a specialist replies with pricing.

Kraft or white paper
Twisted, flat or rope handles
Your logo on every side
Sized to what you sell

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Choosing the right custom paper bag

A printed bag is the last thing a customer carries out of the store, and often the first thing other people see. Custom paper bags are built from paper stock folded into a gusseted body with a flat base, so they stand open on the counter and hold boxed or loose items. A reinforced top fold and handle patch carry the weight, while the wide front and back panels give your logo a clean place to sit.

Retail shops usually choose kraft or white paper with twisted paper handles, which are sturdy and recyclable where local programs accept paper. Custom paper bags for restaurants are often handle-less SOS bags or flat-handle bags with a wider base for food containers; ask about grease-resistant papers for hot food. Boutiques and gift brands move up to laminated paper with rope or ribbon handles, matte or gloss lamination, and foil stamping for a premium carry.

Kraft paper is unbleached, so dark one- or two-color prints read well on it, while white paper shows full-color artwork accurately. Custom paper bags with logo wholesale runs work well with a simple centered mark on the front and your web address on the gusset. For a small business, one versatile size often covers most orders, and a second smaller size handles accessories and single items.

Popular uses

Retail store checkout
Restaurant takeout and delivery
Boutique and gift shops
Trade show and event giveaways
Bakery and cafe orders
Corporate gifting
Pharmacy and wellness stores

Specifications

Size	Made to your size and fill volume
Materials	Mylar (metallised), kraft paper, clear or matte film, holographic
Printing	Full colour digital or plate printing, front and back
Features	Zip lock, tear notch, hang hole, window, gusset; child-resistant zippers on request
Finishes	Matte, gloss, soft-touch, spot gloss, holographic
Proof	Digital proof before production

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Options for custom paper bags

Bag styles

Twisted-handle shoppers, flat-handle bags, SOS takeout bags without handles and laminated luxury bags with rope or ribbon handles, all made to your width, gusset and height.

Paper choices

Unbleached kraft for a natural look, white paper for bright full-color art, or heavier coated papers for luxury bags that need a smooth, rigid feel.

Printing

One-color logos, multi-color designs or full coverage prints on the front, back and gussets. You approve a digital proof before the run starts.

Finishes

Matte or gloss lamination, soft-touch coating, foil stamping and embossing on premium bags, or uncoated kraft for an honest, natural texture.

Handles and reinforcement

Twisted paper, flat paper, cotton rope, ribbon or die-cut handles, with reinforced top folds and base cards for heavier items.

Eco options

Uncoated kraft and paper handles keep the bag paper-based for easier recycling where accepted. Ask about recycled-content papers for your order.

How it works

Ordering custom paper bags

Get a free quote

Request a quote
Tell us the box style, size, quantity and where it ships.
Get pricing and a proof
A specialist confirms options and sends a digital proof of your design.
Approve and print
Nothing goes to press until you approve the proof.
Delivered to your door
Boxes ship to your address in the USA or Canada.

FAQ

Custom Paper Bags: questions answered

Still unsure? Ask a packaging specialist.

How much weight can a custom paper bag hold?

It depends on the paper weight, handle type and reinforcement. Twisted-handle kraft bags handle everyday retail items, while heavier goods need thicker paper and a base card. Tell us what goes in the bag and a specialist recommends a build that suits it.

Can I get custom paper bags with handles and my logo?

Yes. Choose twisted paper, flat paper, rope or ribbon handles, and we print your logo on the front, back or gussets. You receive a digital proof showing the exact placement and colors before anything is printed, so you can request changes first.

Are custom paper bags good for restaurants?

Yes. Restaurants often use flat-bottom bags with or without handles for takeout. A wider gusset fits food containers, and grease-resistant paper options are available on request. Check the rules for your area if the bag will touch food directly.

Do you make custom paper bags for small business orders?

Yes. We work with small businesses as well as larger brands. Tell us the size and quantity you need, and a specialist suggests the most practical style and replies with pricing, so you can compare a couple of options.

How do I get pricing for custom paper bags?

Send your bag size, handle style, paper choice, quantity and logo through the quote form. A specialist replies with pricing and a suggested build for what you sell, and we share a digital proof before production begins.

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