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Custom Paper Bags

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Go paper and show off your logo with custom kraft paper bags. Available in quantities 25 to 5,000 – orders over $100 ship free. See details
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Custom paper bags let you spread the word with every sale.

  • 3 sizes available
  • White or brown kraft paper
  • White twisted handles & white interior
  • Single- & double-sided printing (same design) available
  • 3 print size options – all-over printing available
  • Single- or multi-color printing
  • 13.2 lb. maximum carrying weight
  • Widely recyclable

Versatile, practical bags

Introducing the paper bag that all other paper bags wish they could be: premium, high-end, with all-over printing. With kraft paper bags, you can convey the quality of your products and get free advertising with every customer who carries one. Not to mention, they let everyone know that you’ve cut down on plastic. The versatile style makes them ideal for everything from retail boutiques, markets and trade shows – to take-outs and bakeries. Our paper bags with handles come in 3 sizes – small (7.48" x 3.15" x 8.86") is perfect for cosmetics or jewelry, medium (8.66" x 3.94" x 11.81") suits apparel or books, and large (10.24" x 5.51" x 13.39") comfortably holds a standard shoebox or a bulky takeout order. Made from a sturdy kraft stock (roughly 120gsm) with a 13.2 lb weight capacity and solid tear resistance, these bags are built to handle real, everyday use.

Industry specific styles

With 3 sizes to choose from, kraft bags are great for corporate events, birthday parties or promo giveaways. Our multi-color and all-over print options (with edge-to-edge coverage) let you create custom bags that customers want to keep. All-over printing covers every panel of the bag, while single- and double-sided options keep your design to the front or front-and-back. And with clear previews in our design studio before checkout, you can always order with confidence. Just keep in mind that brown kraft paper can mute brighter colors, so if vibrant, true-to-screen color matters for your logo, white paper bags with handles will give you a sharper result. On a budget? No problem. Our single-color option is kind to your bank account.

Designing made easy

Ready to start creating your custom kraft bags? Upload your own logo or artwork, or customize a template in our design studio. (You can save your project and come back to it at any time.) Once you've found a favorite, make it yours by adding custom touches and choosing the options that work best for you. After that, we'll take care of the rest, professionally printing and sending your order. Standard delivery typically takes a few business days, with rush options available – exact production and shipping estimates for your custom paper bags vary per location. Your custom paper bags will arrive looking crisp, polished and ready to show off.

VistaPrint offers Custom Paper Bags design templates in assorted styles.
3 bags from a hair and make-up company, in different sizes and colors.

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Reviewed by 792 customers

love these bags!
Nov 7, 2026 | Bella D. | United States United States |
Verified Buyer
just perfect for my small business and arrived just in time for small business saturday and holiday sales!!!

could have been 5 stars
Nov 6, 2026 | Jerome C. | United States United States |
Verified Buyer
The product is great. It looks just like I wanted, but it arrived almost a month later. If I would have known that it was going to be delayed so long I would have not purchased it. Great looking bag, but probably won't order again due to long unpredicted wait.
Response from Vistaprint Customer Care Team:
We are pleased to hear that you were happy with the quality and appearance of your Paper Bags, although we apologize for the significant delivery delay and the inconvenience caused. After review, we noted that our Support Team has already responded and provided a resolution to make amends for the late delivery. Your feedback regarding the unexpected delay will also be shared with the relevant teams for review and consideration as we continue working to improve our delivery experience. Should you have any questions or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team via this direct link: https://www.vistaprint.com/customer-care/help-center/

Pleasantly Surprised
Nov 5, 2026 | Brian C. | United States United States |
Verified Buyer
These are very nice! I was ordering them to be a temporary thing, but they are actually very nice and are definitely going to be my go to bag! The writing was super clear and professional! Now that I know, I'm going to design this as my permanent bag.

Great Product!!
Nov 5, 2026 | Jennifer W. | United States United States |
Verified Buyer
Very professional look for my shirt bags. My customers love them & they all are walking advertisements lol.

Bags
Nov 4, 2026 | Ghulam R. | United States United States |
Verified Buyer
It’s good

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Let us design it for you

No more guesswork. We take care of the entire design process, from brainstorming ideas to delivering the files to your account.

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Frequently asked questions

Our custom paper bags follow the width, depth, and height (WxDxH) measurement and come in two sizes:

Small:
Size: 7.48” x 3.15” x 8.86”
Handle Height: 3.54”
Best for: Small gifts & cosmetics

Medium:
Size: 8.66” x 3.94” x 11.81”
Handle Height: 3.54”
Best for: Folded apparel

Large:
Size: 10.24” x 5.51” x 13.39”
Handle Height: 3.54”
Best for: Shoeboxes & takeout containers

The heights listed in the options section are the measurement of the big compartment, without handles. The handles on both bag sizes are 3.5".

We recommend the weight not exceed 16 pounds.

Our custom kraft bags can be recycled but they are not made from recycled materials.

When designing your kraft bags, you will be able to upload anything you would like, but it is not possible to print white ink. We recommend you use a logo, image or design with at least 300 DPI to get the best quality print. As a tip, single-color designs that cover the entire print area may result in slight blemishes. Also, darker colors look sharper on both paper options. Avoid light colors on brown kraft.

Designing your custom paper bags is simple in our design studio. Just follow these steps:

Choose your print method: Pick full-color for vibrant, multi-color designs, or single-color for a more budget-friendly option.

Pick your print placement: Single-sided prints on one side only. Double-sided adds your design front and back. All-over covers every panel (front, back, sides, bottom) for maximum branding.

Upload a design or browse our templates: Easily add your logo to the bag of your choice or shop our wide range of ready-made designs. Just be sure to use files with at least 300 DPI for a crisp print.

Preview your design and checkout: Before you finalize your project, you can check spacing, logo size and centering – our tool will flag anything sized too small or placed too close to the edge so your design looks exactly as you envision.

Please note that your bag will have white handles and a white interior, regardless of paper stock.

Yes, you can upload your own logo or design when customizing your kraft bags. Just keep in mind that blank areas in your design will show the natural colour of the bag (brown or white kraft), so it's worth choosing your base colour with that in mind. Brown kraft has a warm, natural tone that can make printed colours look slightly muted or darker than they appear on screen, while white kraft offers higher contrast. We recommend this option for vibrant, multi-colour designs that need to pop. Also, be sure to use a logo, image or design with at least 300 DPI to get the best quality print.
One more tip: Single-colour designs that cover the entire print area can occasionally show slight blemishes or texture from the natural kraft paper underneath, so for solid, edge-to-edge colour coverage, white kraft will give you the cleanest finish.

Our kraft paper bags use a 0.13mm thick paper stock, which translates to approximately 120gsm – the industry-standard measurement used to compare paper durability and weight. This sturdy stock is built to hold up to 13.2 lbs per bag, giving you a reliable, tear-resistant option for retail, takeout or wholesale packaging needs.

Our standard kraft paper bags have a minimum order quantity of 25 bags, so it's easy to get started whether you're ordering for a single event or stocking up for ongoing retail use. And the more bags you order, the lower your per-unit cost, with the biggest savings unlocking at higher volumes. For large-scale wholesale orders of 3000+ bags, please submit a request and we’ll review your details and provide a quote.