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Custom Printed Grocery Bags & Bag Bans = Opportunity!

viba533-both1Custom printed grocery bags. If you live in California, you’re going to start seeing a LOT more of them! Why?

On election day, voters in that state approved a state-wide ban on plastic bags! The ban took effect immediately (which by the way is pretty speedy government work, if you ask us!) and passed with over half the voters favoring it!

So why are custom printed grocery bags going to be a “thing”? Since the legislation requires consumers at grocery stores and many retail stores to bring reusable bags with them or pay to buy new recycled or reusable bags, everyone will start carrying them! That means that there’s a huge opportunity for organizations of all types to use custom bags as a marketing vehicle.  Continue reading

Top 6 Best-Selling Custom Bags for College Students

bestseller_adAs we’ve mentioned before, we have lots of clients that work at our nation’s colleges and universities. In looking at product sales over the last week, not only did we discover some pretty cool trends with water bottles (read more here), but we also noticed that there is a similar gravitation in this industry towards certain bags—and they weren’t the ones we would have guessed!

Here are Bulletin Bag’s top six best-selling custom bags for college students!  Continue reading

Insulated Tote Bags: The Just-Right Size for Everyday Life

Insulated Drawstring ToteInsulated bags. Even if you’re not a “reusable bag person,” you likely have at least a few floating around somewhere. Lunch bags, soft-sided coolers, wine totes—these are all insulated and meant to keep the contents cold (or warm) for extended periods of time.

What if you don’t need to tote large amounts of food, like when you go grocery shopping, but even your biggest lunch bag is just too small? Our insulated tote bags fill that gray area, and with several styles available, you’ll find the perfect one for your branding!

Our newest offering in this category is the Insulated Drawstring Tote. We have to be honest—this bag has gotten mixed reviews from our staff testers. One hated it, while the other continues to love this bag. Seem fishy? Nope! Bag tastes ultimately boil down to personal preference and application. Case in point: Continue reading

Custom Lululemon Bags: Manifesto Designs or Artwork?

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Our orthodontics client created their own dental manifesto design!

It used to be that the iconic Luluemon bags were exclusive to the brand. But, manifesto designs aren’t just for Lululemon bags anymore! Do you have a lot to say? Want to shout and whisper at the same time? Designing custom Lululemon bags with your organizations messaging as a manifesto could be the perfect option!

Our custom Lululemon bags have grown exponentially in popularity over the past few years, and the super-creative ways our clients promote their organizations with these bags has become inspiring!

Make no mistake: these bags aren’t solely for manifestos, or word cloud-type layouts. From one color to stunning photography, two colors to vibrant artwork, our clients’ creativity shows in every bag. Continue reading

Best Custom Shopping Bags: Road Trip!

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See that crossbody bag at Niagara Falls? There’s a Medium RuMe in there!

I recently traveled across the country with some of our staff’s favorite bags in tow. Two weeks and 3000 miles later, I definitely have an opinion on our best custom shopping bags on our site. My needs may not match yours, but I can say without a doubt that these are my three favorite bags…and are worth their weight in gold. They don’t weigh much, but, um…you get the idea!  Continue reading

Laminated Whole Foods Bags: Yes, We Can!

Laminated Whole Foods Bags“You know those laminated Whole Foods bags? Do you make those?” We have a lot of conversations that start out this way. (Psst…the answer is yes!). Bulletin Bag currently offers custom laminated bags in 13 stock sizes, and with several material options (some are even insulated). Additionally, we can make any of our custom bags in ANY shape, size, or material!

Remember that the lead-time is much longer for these bags than for our stock bags. What’s the difference? Stock bags have an imprint area that your art needs to print within, while custom laminated bags print from seam to seam on all surfaces of the bag. The minimum order quantity is 3000 bags for custom laminated bags, but the end result is worth it for a lot of clients. After all, it’s your messaging in full color, on all surfaces of the bag! Continue reading

New Insulated Grocery Bag Features Unique Styling and Maximum Flexibility!

Insulated Drawstring ToteAny custom insulated grocery bag fits the bill for a useful, practical giveaway or promotion. This holds especially true for our newest addition to this category. You’ve probably never seen an insulated bag quite like this before!

Joining together the utility of an insulated tote with the convenience of a cinchpack, our Insulated Drawstring Tote is unlike our other thermal bags. Its unique V-shaped gusset makes storing easy, as it lays fairly flat when not in use. The generous size ensures that most everything you need for a day on the boat, beach, (or grocery store!) can fit inside. Continue reading

Custom Utility Tote (and More) Now at Bulletin Bag!

Custom Utility ToteWe mean it when we say we listen to our clients. If you want something that we don’t offer, we try to find it. If enough people ask, we make it a permanent fixture on our site! Our all new custom utility tote is one of those great additions!

Our Large Utility Tote is all business. It will take your load from the car to wherever you are heading—vacation, beach, sports practice, you name it. Don’t worry, the spacious compartment can handle all your gear, because its wire rim keeps the tote’s shape and adds sturdiness. The 14” handle drop ensure you have a good grip on your stuff. Continue reading

Collapsible Shopping Bags: 8 Times They Save the Day!

GEB1671-GroupCollapsible shopping bags are everywhere. They’re so convenient, and perfect for grab-n-go shopping trips. Clients love how compact they are. You can stash them virtually anywhere and they don’t take up much space. In municipalities that have plastic bag bans and fees, this style is especially popular amongst both men and women!

When considering a collapsible shopping bag for your next marketing promotion or fundraiser, make sure to evaluate the material options against your intended use. Nonwoven polypropylene collapsible shopping bags are very budget friendly, but won’t be as compact or durable as our Medium RuMe Bag (for example). Nylon and polyester bags are great for damp or wet items, while cotton folding bags can be more easily cleaned.

Don’t let the name of the style fool you—this type of bag is great for more than shopping. Need proof? Here are eight real-life instances in which collapsible shopping bags can save the day: Continue reading

Cheap Reusable Bags for Fundraisers: Look Past Your Purchasing Budget

Cheap Reusable Bags for Fundraisers: Look Past the BudgetMany of our nonprofit clients hold reusable bag fundraisers and most think they want cheap reusable bags to resell. After all, buying the most bags you can get for your money makes sense, right? At first glance, it might seem that way. However, this is not usually the way to maximize a return on your investment.

We understand that money is tighter than ever before. There is a lot of competition between equally worthy organizations for that money. While not all nonprofit demographics will support a $10 or $20 per-bag fundraiser, finding a “sweet spot” between initial cost and return will yield a much more successful fundraiser than you think.

Don’t believe us? Consider these three examples: Continue reading