AS Colour Grocery Bag | 1021

Description

The AS Colour Grocery Bag is the reusable tote that actually gets reused. At 80GSM, the recycled cotton construction hits the right balance — substantial enough to carry weight, light enough to fold into a pocket or purse. Double-needle stitching at the handles and stress points means this bag survives hundreds of trips before showing wear, making it a practical canvas for branded decoration that stays in circulation.

Who Orders It

Farmers markets and co-ops printing seasonal bags for members. Retail shops replacing single-use packaging with branded totes. Nonprofit organizations creating giveaway bags for fundraising events. Bookstores and record shops building merch programs beyond apparel. Coffee roasters and specialty food brands packaging subscription orders. Conference organizers looking for a swag bag with actual post-event utility.

Decoration

The flat cotton canvas surface accepts screen printing cleanly — single-color logos and bold graphics show well on the natural fiber. DTG works for detailed artwork, though ink absorption on 80GSM fabric may slightly darken lighter colors. Embroidery is possible but best kept to smaller designs near the top edge where the fabric has structural support. Heat transfer vinyl handles simple text and logos without issue. For large print areas, consider single-side decoration to maintain the bag’s foldability.

Specifications

• 80GSM recycled cotton construction
• Double-needle stitching at handles and stress points
• Self-fabric handles with comfortable carry length
• Flat bottom gusset for upright loading
• Preshrunk fabric for dimensional stability after washing
• Available in neutral colorways suited to overprint

Common Questions

What decoration method works best?
Screen printing delivers the cleanest results on this bag. The flat cotton surface holds ink well, and single or two-color prints show crisp detail. DTG works for photographic or complex artwork but test wash for hand-feel on lighter designs.

Is this good for retail packaging or event giveaways?
Yes — this is exactly what the bag is built for. The 80GSM weight keeps per-unit cost low while the recycled cotton and double-stitched handles signal quality. Recipients actually keep and use these, extending your brand visibility well past the initial handoff.

How durable are the handles for heavier loads?
The double-needle stitching at attachment points handles grocery-weight loads without issue. These bags are tested for repeated use with typical shopping contents — produce, bottles, canned goods.

What’s the minimum order for custom decoration?
We work with programs from 12 pieces. Most decorated tote programs start at 24–50 pieces for cost efficiency on setup. Request a quote and we’ll work with your specific order size.

Ready to build a custom tote program? Get a quote from our team and we’ll walk you through artwork setup and turnaround.