Custom Tote Bag Key Terms

Find the terms you need to know when ordering custom tote bags

Custom tote bags are a popular item because they're useful and able to display a company logo, slogan or other message or image. Knowing some important vocabulary words that relate to the process of imprinting tote bags will make the ordering process easier. There are a couple of processes that companies use to imprint tote bags, including screen printing and digital printing. Once you've decided on the process, you need to choose the type of bag to imprint, and each one has its own benefits.

 

Digital printing

Digital printing is a new method that uses digital computer technology to transfer an image to the fabric. A benefit of this process is that it allows you to print a low quantity of items at a low cost per item compared with other methods.
Try: Read a discussion on digital printing and how it differs from traditional screen printing at LogoSportswear.com.

Screen printing

Screen printing is the traditional method of printing an image onto fabric or other material not made of paper. It is a good method for large quantities and results in a clear, colorful image that is durable and washable.
Try: Find an explanation of screen printing at PrintMojo.com.

Promotional tote bags

Promotional tote bags are generally low-cost bags imprinted with a company logo. You can use these custom tote bags as giveaways and to hand out to participants at trade shows.
Try: See examples of several kinds of promotional tote bags and read a paragraph about their benefits and features at the Motivators.

Polypropylene

Polypropylene is one of the newer fabrics that manufacturers use to make tote bags. The benefits of polypropylene include its light weight and relative strength for the cost. Other types of tote bag fabric include canvas and cotton.
Try: Read a discussion on how to choose which type of tote bag fabric is best for your purposes at Quality Logo Products.

Messenger bag

Messenger bags typically have a large flap that hangs over the top of the bag with a clasp near the bottom of the bag. They have a long shoulder strap, and some of them have laptop sleeves. They are popular with young people and are typically a more expensive item than many standard tote bag options.
Try: See photos and descriptions of many styles of messenger bags at Timbuk2.

Drawstring backpack

Drawstring backpacks are stylish and inexpensive alternatives to traditional tote bags. They are especially popular with young people and are well-suited to imprinting with a company logo or slogan. Give them away or sell them to customers or employees.
Try: See examples of drawstring backpacks and read a paragraph about their benefits at ePromos Promotional Products.

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