Cotton bags are a great option, both as a reusable shopping bag for retailers, and as a premium branded bag for businesses attending events & conferences. When it comes to a stylish, high-quality printed bag, there’s nothing quite like a cotton bag. They look great when printed, the cotton is comfortable & durable, and they’re highly versatile. Due to their reusability, they’re a great bag option for retailers that can be provided as secondary to their plastic bags or paper bags.
Edward Holwell
March 2025
Adam was very professional and supportive with my order, the bags came out brilliantly and I will definitely be ordering more!
Sarah Baker
February 2025
Their response time is super fast. The quality of the bags has been excellent. I have ordered bags with them a few times and they are very reliable.
Jason Crown
November 2024
From start to finish, the whole process has been incredibly easy and straightforward. Adam has been available at all times to answer any questions and the bags were delivered on time.
Olivia Waller
November 2024
Great company! Really good communication and delivery and amazing quality. We gave them a tight delivery and they arrived earlier then expected but to a very high standard! They are just what we wanted.
Jenny Barnard
November 2024
We've had a fabulous experience using CarrierBags.co.uk for luxury gift bags and a luxury wine tote. Super amenable to our design amends, and the items look so beautiful as gifts. Thank you!
Ruy Brassington
October 2024
Just received my order and couldn't be happier! The bags look amazing and Adam was really helpful in ensuring they were made and delivered in time for a last minute event. Will definitely be purchasing more :)
There is no minimum order quantity for our printed fabric bags, meaning we can be as flexible as you need. However, because of high unit costs for lower orders, we recommend ordering no less than 25 bags. If you have any specific quantity requirements, please let us know.
On average we require 2 weeks to manufacture, print and deliver fabric bags. This can vary depending on quantities, so we may be able to deliver more quickly. We can confirm your estimated delivery time during the order process so you know exactly when to expect your bags by. If you require your bags by a specific deadline, we are the only UK carrier bag supplier that can accommodate any specific delivery turnarounds or requirements, so please call or email us as soon as possible.
Our fabric bag size guide will run through specifics around the sizes of bags we offer. If you need a specific size, get in touch and our team will do our best to help meet your requirements.
A cotton bag is a great shopping bag and event bag option. These bags are made from soft, comfortable and robust materials, making them incredibly strong and very nice to hold. They’re therefore the perfect reusable shopping bag. They’re also very fashionable and look amazing when printed, turning your customers into a walking billboard adorned with your branding and messaging.
Cotton bags are generally considered eco-friendly as they’re highly reusable and therefore provide a good alternative to plastic carrier bags. A cotton shopping bag can also be made from organic cotton, making it even more environmentally friendly.
Cotton bags are among the most durable bag you can buy. These bags can last around 10 years and sustain thousands of uses. They’re also machine washable, so if they get dirty, they can be easily cleaned.
Yes, cotton bags are machine washable. Check the product label for specific details to ensure you don’t damage the bag when washing.
Cotton bags can be printed on one or both sides, can be printed in any colour, and can be printed with your logo, branding and messaging. If you’d like further customisation options, such as different coloured handles, get in touch with our team and let us know your specific request as we may be able to help.
As an incredibly versatile bag, cotton bags don’t belong in one specific industry, or for any specific product. These bags are used for pretty much any purchase or function, with large options also available, ideal for bigger & heavier items. Cotton bags are incredibly popular as event bags, as small business retail bags, as clothes shopping bags, and generally as an alternative to plastic or paper bags for all retail stores.
Both cotton and plastic bags have their merit and are suited better to different use cases. While printed plastic bags are inexpensive, better for high-quantity requirements and easy to store, a cotton bag is more reusable, eco-friendly, typically stronger, more comfortable to hold and much more fashionable.
Yes, the more you order, the lower the unit cost for the bag will be. The cost-benefit will flatten out at different quantities depending on the bag you order, typically at 50-100 bags.
All these bag materials have merit. Cotton bags are comfortable to hold and look fantastic when printed, and they can also be made from organic materials. Jute bags are simple, elegant and natural, and come in large or small configurations. Canvas bags are made from a strong and simple material for fabric bags, perhaps the most common choice for a traditional tote bag. Non-woven bags balance strength, versatility, easy storage and cost-effectiveness to create a bag that’s ideal for those looking for a more simplistic solution.