Going Green

 

Print Area Information

The area of the bag that can be printed varies for different bag styles. In most cases, allowing for an inch margin from sides, bottom, and from handles, works best.

Below are specific margin requirements for different bag types. Click bag images for larger version.

 

T-Shirt Bags

7" from top of bag (top of handle)
.5" from sides
.5" from bottom

 


Die-Cut Handle Merchandise Bags

3.5" from top of bag
.5" from sides
.5" from bottom


Patch Handle Bags

4" from top of bag
1" from sides
.5" from bottom


Fold-Over Die-Cut Handle Bags

3.5" from top of bag
1" from sides
.5" from bottom


Soft Loop Handle Bags

3.5" from top of bag (Bag size does not include handles)
1" from sides
.5" from bottom


Litter Bags

4" from top of bag (top of handle)
1" from sides
.5" from bottom

 

Plastic Bag Myths

Many popular beliefs about the environmental impact of plastic bags are exagerated or just plain wrong.

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Biodegradable Bags

American Plastic is now producing bags that are 100% biodegradable and recyclable!

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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

The best solutions for reducing waste involve reducing use, reusing when possible, and recycling.

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