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Custom Printed Tote Bags (Calico, Short Strap & Long Strap Totes) - Australia

Custom printed tote bags are one of the most popular promotional products in Australia because they’re practical, reusable, and provide strong branding exposure.

At Custom T Shirt Printing Online, we offer printing for:
✅ calico tote bags
✅ short strap tote bags
✅ long strap tote bags
✅ promotional event totes
✅ branded retail carry bags

Tote bag printing is ideal for bulk orders and is commonly used for events, corporate promotions and retail packaging.

✅ Tote Bag Styles Available

✅ Calico Tote Bags

Short strap tote bags are designed for easy hand-carrying.

Best for:

  • Retail stores
  • Product packaging
  • Boutique branding
  • Gift bag alternatives

✅ Long Strap Tote Bags

Long strap tote bags are designed to be carried over the shoulder and are often chosen for comfort at events.

Best for:

  • Festivals and expos
  • Corporate events
  • Conference showbags
  • Charity and community events

✅ Short Strap Tote Bags

Short strap tote bags are designed for easy hand carrying.

Best for:

  • Retail stores
  • Product packaging
  • Boutique branding
  • Gift bag alternatives

✅ How to Decorate Tote Bags (Printing Options)

Tote bags can be decorated using:

Screen Printing
DTF Printing (Direct to Film transfers)

Your ideal printing method depends on:

    • Artwork type
    • Number of colours
    • Quantity
    • Budget

✅ Screen Printing Tote Bags (Best for Bulk)

Screen printing is ideal when:
✅ you’re ordering in bulk
✅ your design has limited colours (1–3 colours)
✅ you want the lowest cost per tote bag at higher quantity
✅ your artwork is simple and bold (logos, text, icons)

Most cost-effective when ordering:
✅ 50+ tote bags
✅ 100+ tote bags

Screen printing is the most popular choice for:

  • event tote bags
  • conference tote bags
  • promotional tote bags
  • charity tote bags
  • retail branding runs

✅ DTF Printing Tote Bags (Best for Full Colour)

DTF printing is ideal when:
✅ your artwork is full colour
✅ your design includes gradients or photos
✅ you need detailed artwork
✅ you’re ordering smaller quantities

DTF is often chosen for:

  • Detailed artwork or illustrated designs
  • Photographic prints
  • Multi-colour logos
  • Custom short-run promotional bags

✅ Screen Printing vs DTF Tote Bag Comparison Table

Feature Screen Printing DTF Printing
Best for bulk orders full-colour designs
Artwork type bold 1–3 colours              photos + gradients           
Best quantities 50+ 1–100
Cost per bag cheaper in bulk higher per bag
Finish ink print transfer print
Detail capability                 medium high

✅ Tote Bag Printing Options (One Side or Two Sides)

You can print:
✅ one side only
✅ two sides (front and back)

Most common:
✅ one-sided logo printing
Best for bulk and cost-efficiency.

Two-sided printing is ideal if:

  • You want the logo on both sides.
  • You want branding plus a message or sponsor list.
  • You want maximum promotional exposure.

✅ Turnaround Time for Tote Bag Printing

Standard turnaround time:
2 weeks

Turnaround begins after:

  • Artwork approval
  • Payment confirmed
  • Print run confirmed

📌 During busy seasons (Christmas/New Year), allow extra time.

✅ Artwork Requirements for Tote Bags

To ensure clean printing results, artwork should be supplied as:

Vector formats (preferred)

  • AI
  • EPS
  • SVG
  • PDF (vector)

High resolution (acceptable)

  • PNG (transparent background)
  • JPG (high-resolution)

Recommended resolution:
✅ Minimum 300 DPI at print size

✅ Who Orders Tote Bags in Bulk (And Why)?

Tote bags are usually ordered in bulk by:

Event organisers

  • Attendee giveaways
  • Showbags
  • Sponsor packs

Corporate businesses

  • Promotional campaigns
  • Branded packaging
  • Product launches

Retail stores

  • Eco-friendly shopping bags
  • Branded carry bags

Schools and universities

  • Orientation packs
  • Club merchandise
  • Fundraising events

Charities and community organisations

  • Fundraising
  • Awareness campaigns
  • Volunteer packs

Markets and small businesses

  • Packaging
  • Branded reusable bags

✅ How to Order Custom Tote Bags

To request a quote, send:

  1. Tote bag type (calico / short strap / long strap)
  2. Quantity
  3. Print method preference (screen or DTF)
  4. Artwork file
  5. Print location (one side or two sides)
  6. Print size in cm
  7. Deadline
  8. Shipping or pickup

We will respond with:
✅ a quote
✅ mockups (if needed)
✅ invoice for payment
✅ production scheduling
✅ delivery or pickup instructions

Quick Links

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  • screen-printing.md
  • dtf-printing.md
  • artwork-guidelines.md
  • shipping-and-returns.md
  • discounts.md
  • request-a-quote.md
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