The fabric of a drawstring bag is arguably the most important part and your choice will ultimately come done what the bags will be used for, who they will be given to, your budget, and what message would you like your brand to display. Custom branded items like drawstring bags activate one of the most important human senses – this being touch, and what do the owners of the bag touch? The fabric. Let’s take a look into the benefits of the different types of fabrics for drawstring bags and determine which is best for you.
Why Fabric Choice Matters for Drawstring Bags
The fabric of a drawstring bag is 90% of the item, and will determine the durability and versatility of the bag. The fabric you choose will determine if your bag can handle a heavy load without tearing, survive a rainy day and keep whats inside dry, or make your brand look good everyday. Fabric affects durability, comfort, and how eco-friendly your bag is. It will determine whether your brand becomes a trusty sidekick or just another throwaway item. So yes, the fabric matters.
Popular Fabrics for Drawstring Bags
Polyester and cotton reign supreme as popular choices for drawstring bags, both offering a mix of affordability, durability, and a natural feel that’s tough to beat. Polyester is the popular choice for sports due to it’s water-resistance, lightweight and colours to fit any team. Cotton seems to be a go-to for small start up companies, they come in different sizes and a cute little touch to hold any order and show your customers how much you value them.
Looking for Cheap Fabric Alternatives
We get it, not everyone has a huge budget to drop on drawstring bags and this is often the case as they are used for small giveaways at schools and the bags will very rarely be reused, so why would you spend a lot on the bags? Since the fabric is the main cost of the bags and you are on a budget, then a non-woven drawstring bag might be exactly what you are looking for.
I like to describe the non-woven material to customers as the famous Woolworths shopping bags. They are very popular and I am sure that people will understand exactly what material I am referring to. More in-depth, the non-woven material is a fabric-like textile made through bonding fibres together using heat, chemicals, and pressure. It is lightweight, cost-effective, and popular for drawstring bags due to it’s versatility and strength, though it is less durable and breathable than cotton or polyester.
So What is The Rolls Royce Fabric of Drawstring Bags
If money is no issue, and creativity is what you value most, then sublimation drawstring bags are a fantastic option to have. Sublimation is a full colour print on a white polyester bag that infuses the ink into the white fabric, creating vivid, long-lasting designs.
For drawstring bags, sublimation is a lightweight and durable option that keeps your brand shining without cracking or fading over time.
Final Threads for Your Fabric Choice
The first thing when looking for a drawstring bag is what colour bag you would like, the second, is your budget. We hope this blog was a helpful insight in allowing you to find the perfect drawstring bag to use as giveaways and show off your brand.