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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

Printed paper bags are easy to customize - choose between white or kraft paper and browse our industry-specific templates to find the right look for your brand. With 3 sizes to choose from, kraft bags are great for corporate events, birthday parties or promo giveaways. Our multi-colour 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 colours, so if vibrant, true-to-screen colourmatters for your logo, white paper bags with handles will give you a sharper result. On a budget? No problem. Our single-colour 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 91 customers

Custom Paper Bags are fantastic
Nov 1, 2026 | Rae C. | Canada Canada |
Verified Buyer
Delivery was prompt and the bags were well packaged in the delivery box. The logo looks great and I'll be ordering more when needed. I'm a happy customer!

Not Quite as Expected
Oct 29, 2026 | Yunna P. | Canada Canada |
Verified Buyer
The product looks better in the website photos than it does in reality. The colours and lettering are much paler, and the paper does not feel very sturdy. The quality is acceptable for the price, but a more accurate description and photos would help customers know what to expect. Customer service, however, is excellent.
Response from Vistaprint Customer Care Team:
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry that the colours, lettering, and paper quality of your bags did not meet your expectations. We understand how important it is for the finished product to match what you see on our website, and we apologize for any disappointment this has caused. We appreciate your valuable feedback regarding the product images and description, as well as your kind words about our customer service. Your comments will be shared with the relevant team as we continue working to improve our products and customer experience.

They didn't look like the
Oct 26, 2026 | Estefania P. | Canada Canada |
Verified Buyer
They didn't look like the proof and where quite fragile.
Response from Vistaprint Customer Care Team:
We are sorry to hear that your paper bags did not turn out as expected compared to your digital proof and that you found the material strength to be fragile. To thoroughly review the print alignment and material integrity, please reply to this email with photos of the received paper bags showing the issues noted. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention, and if your request is urgent and you need an immediate solution, please reach out to our Customer Support team via this direct link: https://www.vistaprint.ca/customer-care/help-center/

Total Gong Show
Aug 24, 2026 | Shelley V. | Canada Canada
Summarized - 3 strikes - ouch. 1st order came wrong colour print and additional details, 2nd attempt came exactly the same, 3rd attempt - I wouldn't know. It's been a month and a half and I still don't have the shipment. Oh look, they sent it to the Netherlands instead of Canada. I have no idea when I might receive the bags I ordered. And still the saga continues. Now the bags I had ordered are out of stock with no estimated time for their return. So they tell me " We can send you larger ones and then when yours come in we will ship those out. " I say ok to this. The very next day I receive an email saying that if I want the size I had ordered I will have to pay for them. (Slap palm to forhead) Now I have to call them back to say I don't want larger ones in that case I just want the bags I ordered. Again they say they are out of stock with no ETA. I say fine then I'll wait. So now I wait - since June 23rd and it is now Aug 24th - so far I;ve waited 2 months and who knows exactly how long I will wait. Not one time have they ever offered a full credit for the order or a promo code for my next purchase - Nothing. This is extremely poor customer relations! PS I'm sure the quality of the bags is just fine but actualy getting them now that's another story.
Response from Vistaprint Customer Care Team:
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are so sorry for the experience you've had with the printing and the delivery of the paper bags you ordered. We understand how frustrating the process has been, and we truly apologize for any inconvenience caused. Upon reviewing your account, we saw that a new order was placed for the bags yesterday. The bags are currently in production, and they are expected to be printed, shipped, and delivered to you by September 8th. Feel free to review the details of the most recent order in your order history.

Excellent Quality
Jul 16, 2026 | Milena H. | Canada Canada |
Verified Buyer
These look even better in-person! Love the craft brown paper texture, and the bags are well constructed. Our logo wasn't a strong black, but we actually don't mind the dark greyish-blue colour on the craft paper — it's better suited.

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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

We recommend the weight not exceed 7 pounds for the small-sized bags and 10 pounds for the medium-sized bags.

Yes, our custom bags are made from recycled kraft paper.

When designing your paper bag, you will be able to upload anything you'd like. As a tip, single-colour designs that cover the entire print area may result in slight blemishes. Also, darker colours look sharper on both paper options. Avoid light colours on brown kraft.

We offer 3, 5 and 8-day shipping.

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.