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Logo printing on drawstring bags

Drawstring Bags can be branded with screen printing, digital printing and heat transfer printing. The best method depends on your logo, the material and the quantity.

Logo printing on drawstring bags

Quick answer

Screen printing is the most common way to brand drawstring bags — bold logos on large bulk runs. For one or two flat colours, large quantity, choose screen printing. The usual logo position is the front pocket.

Updated by the Vago team

Key takeaways

  • Screen printing: Bold logos on large bulk runs
  • Digital printing: Photographic designs, events and varied designs
  • Heat transfer printing: Multi-colour logos and short runs

Which method suits your logo

If your logo / goal is…Choose
One or two flat colours, large quantityScreen printing
Many colours, gradients or photosDigital printing

Logo methods for drawstring bags compared

The right method depends on your artwork, the bag material and the quantity.

MethodBest forColoursFine detailDurabilitySetup
Screen printingBold logos on large bulk runs1–4 solid colours work bestMediumVery goodOne screen per colour
Digital printingPhotographic designs, events and varied designsUnlimited, including photos and gradientsHighGoodNo screens
Heat transfer printingMulti-colour logos and short runsFull colourHighGoodTransfers are printed first

Where the logo goes on drawstring bags

PositionNotes
Front pocketThe main logo position on most backpacks.
Top flap or upper front panelHigh visibility on school and team bags.
Shoulder strapsSmall print or patch, visible from the front.
Side pocket or zip pullersSecondary branding for retail and private label.

Watch-outs by method

  • Screen printing: Every extra colour adds a screen and a print pass; gradients do not reproduce well.
  • Digital printing: The right process depends on the fabric — sublimation needs light polyester.
  • Heat transfer printing: Check wash and abrasion durability for daily-use bags.

Artwork checklist

  1. Vector logo

    AI, EPS, PDF or SVG with text outlined.

  2. Colours

    Pantone references for spot colours; note if a single-colour version exists.

  3. Size and position

    Logo size in cm and position on the drawstring bag.

  4. Proof and sample

    Approve a digital proof, then a physical sample before bulk.

Custom drawstring bags options

Terms explained

Trade terms used on this page, in plain language.

Pre-production sample (PPS)
The final sample approved before bulk production starts.
Pantone colour matching
Matching fabric, trims and print colours to a standard colour code.
Vector artwork
A logo file made of shapes (AI, EPS, PDF, SVG) that scales without losing quality.
Drawstring closure
A cord threaded through a channel that pulls a bag closed.
Sublimation printing
Full-colour printing where dye becomes part of polyester fabric.
Abrasion resistance
How well a fabric resists wear from rubbing.

Questions buyers ask

Something else? Ask on WhatsApp and the production team will reply.

How do you print a logo on drawstring bags?

Usually with screen printing or digital printing. Ink is pushed through a mesh stencil, one colour at a time, then cured.

How big can the logo be on drawstring bags?

On the small size, up to about 18 × 20 cm.

Is there a setup cost for branding?

Screen printing: one screen per colour, Digital printing: no screens and Heat transfer printing: transfers are printed first.

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