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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 88 customers

Total Gong Show
Aug 24, 2026 | Shelley V.
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. |
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.

very happy
Jul 7, 2026 | Peter R. |
Verified Buyer
colour was off a little but they turned out great :)

Happy with VistaPrint!
Jun 22, 2026 | Greg B. |
Verified Buyer
The bags I ordered came in on time and the design & size looked great!

Not the product I ordered
Jun 20, 2026 | jdsnowdy C. |
Verified Buyer
I wanted a full colour logo and I got one colour that’s missing most of the branding. Had to throw them all out. Ordered from a Canadian website and these appear from the shipping label to have been made outside Canada.
Response from Vistaprint Customer Care Team:
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the paper bags did not meet your expectations, as you received bags with a one-color print when you were expecting a full-color logo that showcased your complete branding. That's not the experience we would want for you. We have completed our checks and have emailed you details related to the resolution that has been provided to you. We look forward to assisting with future products of interest.

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Frequently asked questions

Our custom paper bags follow the width, depth and height (W x D x H) measurement and come in 3 sizes:

Small:
Size: 7.48” x 3.15” x 8.86”
Handle Height: 3.54”

Medium:
Size: 8.66” x 3.94” x 11.81”
Handle Height: 3.54”

Large:
Size: 10.24” x 5.51” x 13.39”
Handle Height: 3.54”

You can choose from a small or large print size, or you can opt for our full-print option, which covers every side of the bag. The small and large printing areas are following sizes:

Small Bag:
Small print size: 6.69” x 1.77”
Large print size: 6.69” x 7.28”

Medium Bag:
Small print size: 7.87” x 4.13”
Large print size: 7.87” x 10.2”

Large Bag:
Small print size: 9.44” x 4.92”
Large print size: 9.44” x 11.8”

The heights listed in the options section are the measurement of the big compartment, without handles. The handles on all 3 sizes are 3.54”.

Each of our bags has a 13.2 lb. maximum carrying weight.

Kraft paper bags are generally recyclable and are accepted by many recycling programs. However, the availability of recycling for them may differ depending on your location, so we suggest consulting local recycling points for confirmation.

Yes, you can upload your own logo or design when customizing your kraft bags. However, please note that blank areas in your design will show the natural colour of the bag (brown or white kraft). We recommend you use a logo, image or design with at least 300 dpi to get the best quality print. As a tip, single-colour designs that cover the entire print area may result in slight blemishes.

Our kraft paper bags are 0.13 mm thick.