The Best Price Boxes makes custom paper shopping bags with no minimum order, and we beat any written quote on the same specs. Send your bag dimensions and artwork, order as few as one bag, and get a dieline back for approval before anything is printed.
What goes into a paper shopping bag
A shopping bag has four decisions: the paper, the size, the handle, and the print. Get those right and the bag works. Get one wrong and it tears at the handle on the walk to the car.
Paper comes mainly in kraft (the brown or white natural stock) and coated art paper, which takes bright, full-color print better. Kraft feels honest and works well for boutiques, bakeries, and eco-minded brands. Coated stock looks sharper for cosmetics, fashion, and gifts. Heavier paper carries more weight and holds its shape on the counter.
Spec table
| Spec | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Minimum order | None |
| Paper | Kraft or coated paper. Ask us to confirm stocks for your spec |
| Your logo and artwork. One color to full color. Ask us to confirm | |
| Handles | Paper or cord handles. Ask us to confirm options |
| Sizing | Custom width, gusset, and height |
| Samples and design | Free design and samples |
How to size a shopping bag
Measure the largest item the bag will carry: width, depth, and height. The bag width should be about an inch wider than the product, the gusset (the side depth) should match the product depth, and the height should clear the top of the item by a couple of inches so the bag can fold or close. Tell us the numbers in that order and we will check them against the dieline.
Bags that are too tall look hollow and flop over. Bags that are too tight tear the first time someone lifts them. Measure the real product, packaged, not the spec sheet.
Paper bag or something else
Paper bags are right for retail counters and events where you hand the product over. They are the wrong tool for shipping. If the purchase leaves in the mail, pair them with mailer boxes or custom corrugated boxes. For gifts that need a handle without the bag, look at handle boxes instead.
The finish matters too. Matte and gloss lamination change the feel in the hand, and an unlaminated kraft bag will mark when wet. Ask us to confirm lamination for your spec.
How to order
Send size, paper preference, print file, and quantity. One bag is a valid order. We set up the dieline, send it for approval, and quote against any written price you have. See custom paper bags, gift bags, or paper grocery bags for ready-to-customize formats. If you want to learn about kraft first, read what kraft paper is. Quotes start at request a quote. Free shipping is included.
Questions buyers ask
Can I order just one custom paper shopping bag?
Yes. There is no minimum order, so you can order a single bag to check size, print, and handle strength before you commit to a larger run.
What paper is best for a shopping bag?
Kraft suits natural, simple branding and carries weight well. Coated art paper suits detailed, colorful print. If the bag will hold heavy items, tell us the weight and we will suggest the right stock.
How do I measure for a shopping bag?
Measure the biggest product you will place in it, in width, depth, and height. Make the bag about an inch wider than the product, match the gusset to its depth, and add a couple of inches of height.
Can you print my logo on the bag?
Yes. Send your logo and artwork and we will place it on the dieline for approval. We print the artwork you supply, so check spelling and colors before approving.
Are paper bags good for shipping?
No. They are for hand-off at retail. For orders that travel, use a mailer box or corrugated box and put the paper bag inside as a presentation layer.