Sourcing GuideOctober 23, 2026
Custom Tote Bags with No Minimum: Cost, Fabrics & Lead Time
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Custom tote bags run with no minimum order - canvas, non-woven, jute and RPET options, screen print or embroidery, 5-7 day samples and 2-week production. Every order is quoted per project, because fabric, size and print coverage change the number far more than volume does. Here is how to spec one for your program.
The four fabrics
- 12oz canvas - the premium option: heavy, structured and screen-print-ready
- Non-woven - the trade-show workhorse: light, cheap, folds flat to save freight
- Jute - the natural-fiber story for eco-positioned brands
- RPET - recycled PET line for sustainability programs - a verifiable material claim, certified
Decoration: screen print, embroidery or heat transfer
- Screen print - the standard for 1-3 color logos; lowest cost per piece at volume
- Embroidery - the premium look on 12oz canvas; survives grocery runs and washing
- Heat transfer - full-color artwork and gradients on canvas and RPET
Construction details that matter
- Reinforced handles - stitched and riveted at the stress points
- Stitched gussets - the bag holds its shape under load
- Folds flat - 1,000 units ship in one carton, which is why the freight math works for trade shows
Cost and timeline
- Price: quoted per project, driven by fabric, size and print coverage
- Sampling: 5-7 days with your logo
- Production: 2 weeks after approval
- Shipping: worldwide, folded flat to cut freight
FAQ
Is there really no minimum? None - one sample tote or a 10,000-piece trade-show run runs on the same program.
Which fabric for a grocery program? 12oz canvas for premium positioning, non-woven for budget volume, RPET for the sustainability story.
Can I get PMS-matched print colors? Yes - send the PMS code with the artwork.
Spec your run on the custom tote bags page or send the artwork through the quote form.