Paper Bags

Product Description

Custom printed paper bags are the finishing touch that turns a purchase into a brand experience. Whether you run a boutique on Brighton's North Laine, a market stall, a bakery or an online shop with a physical presence, a well-branded paper bag keeps your logo in front of customers long after they've left your door. Available in white kraft or brown kraft in four sizes, with reinforced internal handles and a central printable area for your branding. Printed in Brighton & Hove with UK-wide delivery available.

Why Choose Custom Printed Paper Bags?

• White and brown kraft options — clean, crisp white or natural, rustic brown
• Four sizes available — small through to extra large for every product type
• 80gsm and 90gsm stock — 80gsm for small and medium, 90gsm for large and extra large
• Reinforced internal handles — 5-ply folded paper handles with reinforcement patches for durability
• Gusseted sides — open quickly and stand upright for easy packing
• Delivered flat — compact storage, quick to open when needed
• Brighton & Hove print shop — collect in store or UK-wide delivery

Size Guide and Specifications

• Small — 240×180×80mm | Printable area: 120mm square | Max weight: 3.5kg
• Medium — 290×220×100mm | Printable area: 170mm square | Max weight: 4kg
• Large — 370×270×120mm | Printable area: 200mm square | Max weight: 5kg
• Extra Large — 450×320×170mm | Printable area: 220mm square | Max weight: 6kg

Stock Options

• White Kraft — crisp, clean white paper with a smooth uncoated finish. Ideal for bold brand colours and detailed artwork. Colours reproduce accurately and vibrantly on white kraft.
• Brown Kraft — natural, fibrous paper with a rustic speckle-like finish. Popular with artisan makers, food producers and eco-conscious brands. Note that white ink cannot be printed on brown kraft and colours may appear more muted due to the natural tone of the material.

Who Is It For?

Custom paper bags are popular with clothing boutiques, gift shops, bookshops, florists, bakeries, market traders, artisan makers, beauty brands and retailers of all sizes across Brighton & Hove and the wider UK. Ideal for retail packaging, gift wrapping, event goody bags and any business that wants to make a strong brand impression at the point of purchase.

Please Note

• Paper bags are not food-safe but are suitable for carrying food-safe boxes and packaging
• Paper bags are not waterproof — keep contents dry in wet conditions
• White ink cannot be printed on brown kraft — colours may appear more muted on brown kraft due to the natural tone of the material
• The base of each bag features small print including a barcode, recycling icon and material information
• Due to the natural materials used, slight colour variations may occur between batches — this is a normal characteristic and does not affect quality or performance

Artwork Setup

• Resolution: 300dpi minimum
• Format: PDF or JPEG
• Colour: CMYK
• Fonts: Outlined or embedded
• Note: Artwork is printed in the central printable area of the bag — see size guide above for printable area dimensions per size

Download our free templates below or visit our FAQs page for artwork guidance.

Helpful Guides

• Understanding DPI for Print
• What is CMYK and Why Does it Matter?
• How to Proof Check Your Print Artwork
• Packaging Design Guide for Small Businesses
• How to Make Your Product Packaging Stand Out
• Eco-Friendly Print Products for Businesses

Frequently Asked Questions

White kraft is a smooth, clean white paper stock that allows colours to reproduce accurately and vibrantly — ideal for bold brand colours and detailed artwork. Brown kraft is a natural, fibrous paper with a rustic speckle-like finish — popular with artisan makers, food producers and eco-conscious brands. Note that white ink cannot be printed on brown kraft, and all colours will appear more muted against the natural brown tone of the material.

No — white ink cannot be printed on brown kraft stock. If your design relies on white elements or very light colours, we recommend choosing white kraft instead. On brown kraft, all colours will print over the natural brown base, which will affect how lighter shades reproduce.

The bags themselves are not food-safe and should not come into direct contact with food. However, they are suitable for carrying food-safe boxes, containers and packaged food products. For direct food contact packaging, please speak to a specialist food packaging supplier.

No — our paper bags are not waterproof. We recommend keeping contents dry and avoiding use in heavy rain. For wet weather retail environments, consider lining bags with tissue paper or using a waterproof inner bag for added protection of contents.

Maximum weight limits are 3.5kg for small, 4kg for medium, 5kg for large and 6kg for extra large. The 5-ply reinforced handles with internal reinforcement patches are designed to handle these loads comfortably for standard retail use.

This depends on the product you're packaging. The small (240×180×80mm) is ideal for jewellery, accessories and small gifts. The medium (290×220×100mm) suits clothing items, books and mid-sized gifts. The large (370×270×120mm) is popular with clothing boutiques and gift shops. The extra large (450×320×170mm) is ideal for larger garments, homeware and bulkier items.

Due to the natural materials used in manufacturing, slight colour variations may occur between batches. This is a normal characteristic of kraft paper products and does not indicate a quality issue. If colour consistency across large quantities is critical, contact us before ordering to discuss your requirements.

White kraft bags are the most popular choice for Brighton's boutiques and market traders — clean, professional and ideal for bold brand colours. Brown kraft is a popular choice for food producers, artisan makers and eco-conscious brands on the North Laine and at Brighton's farmers markets. Pair with our branded merchandise, stickers and flyers for a complete branded retail presence. Visit our St James's Street print shop for samples and advice.

Yes — order online and collect from our print shop at 97 St James's Street, Brighton BN2 1TP. Standard turnaround is 3-4 working days.

Yes — we offer UK-wide delivery on all orders. Select your preferred delivery option at checkout. Orders are dispatched from our Brighton & Hove print shop.