Our Unique Offerings
At Gather Packaging, we offer a range of unique features to ensure your paper bags meet the highest standards of quality and customization:
- Specialization in two premium paper bag styles: turn-top and serrated top
- Custom sizes to perfectly fit your product needs
- Pre-production samples for tailored development and approval
- North America's first J-cut roll-fed production, enhancing efficiency
- Premium 8-color flexo printing for vibrant, high-quality graphics
- Meticulous attention to detail in die-cutting and conversion, delivering precise, high-quality paper bags in every project
Produced with sustainable materials and state-of-the-art machinery, our paper bags offer vibrant print quality, robust durability, and impeccable conversion detail.
Turn Top Paper Bags
Exceptional Conversion Quality:
- J-Cut die cutting and clean gluing
- Well-aligned turn-top edge
- Minimal exposed edge on side seams
Our Turn Top paper bags are engineered and tested for superior durability and consistent quality. Along with custom premium printing to meet all your graphic needs.
Technical Specs:
Materials:
- Natural Kraft, 114 to 140 GSM
- White Kraft, 114 to 140 GSM
- Versa Kraft, 114 to 140 GSM
PCW available on all materials.
Printing:
- Up to 8 color flexographic
Handles:
- Natural Kraft
- White Kraft
- Custom Color Options
Serrated Top Paper Bags
Superior Conversion Quality:
- Cleanly cut serrated top edge
- Minimal exposed edge on the side seam
Our Serrated top paper bags are designed for outstanding durability and reliable quality with high-quality custom printing to meet your branding needs.
Technical Specs:
Materials:
- Natural Kraft, 100 to 125 GSM
- White Kraft, 100 to 125 GSM
- Versa Kraft, 100 to 125 GSM
PCW available on all materials.
Printing:
- Up to 8 color flexographic
Handles:
- Natural Kraft
- White Kraft
- Custom Color Options
Our Materials
Natural Kraft
Our natural kraft bags are made from 100% recycled content and offer a more organic and earthy appearance, ideal for businesses that want to emphasize their commitment to sustainability and eco-friendliness.
Versa Kraft
Our Versa Kraft bags are made from high-quality, durable paper with a distinctive finish-white on the front and brown on the back. They are also eco-friendly, containing 80% recycled content.
White Kraft
Our white kraft bags are made from high-quality, durable paper, offering a clean, crisp appearance and 80% recycled content. With an optimal print surface, they allow for vibrant and eye-catching graphics.
Handles
Our durable handles are designed to withstand 25 lb attachment strength testing, to a standardized 3.5mm width ensuring reliability. Tightly wound to a standardized thickness, our twisted paper handles prioritize comfort while maintaining strength. Made from the same material as our paper bags, these handles are also curbside recyclable, enhancing sustainability.
Stock Color Options
- White Kraft
- Natural Kraft
Custom Color Options
For retailers looking to create a unique and branded experience, we offer custom color-match handle options to match your brand's corporate colors precisely.
Inks and Varnishes
Inks
Our eco-friendly, low-VOC water-based inks deliver vibrant, high-quality prints that stand out beautifully on both brown and white kraft paper bags. This sustainable ink choice is part of our commitment to environmentally responsible printing practices.
Varnishes
To enhance both the durability and appearance of our paper bags, we offer low VOC, aqueous varnish options. These eco-friendly finishes provide a protective layer that seals your inks, preventing rub-off, while giving your graphics a polished, high-quality look.
Explore our range of sustainable, high-quality paper bags and discover how Gather Packaging can help you meet your packaging needs while supporting your commitment to the environment.
FAQs
Can I order custom paper bags for my business?
Yes! Gather Packaging specializes in creating custom paper bags that perfectly fit your branding needs. From size to design, we can tailor our paper bags to fit your specifications.
Are your shopping bags recyclable?
Yes, all our paper shopping bags including white kraft, brown kraft and versa kraft are fully curbside recyclable including the handles. We do not put any laminations on the bags to ensure they can be recycled as it.
What are brown kraft bags, and why are they popular?
Brown kraft bags, made from unbleached kraft paper, are a durable, stylish, and eco-friendly choice for businesses seeking sustainable packaging solutions.
What is the printing process for your paper bags?
We use advanced 8-color flexographic print to produce high-quality, custom printed paper bags with vibrant designs and a professional finish.
What types of shopping bags do you offer?
We offer serrated top and J-cut (turn top) paper shopping bags, including custom printed options, available in brown kraft, white kraft and versa kraft paper.