Bags By Material

We specialise in sustainable materials for custom wholesale bags in our Bags by Material range, including jute bags (hessian bags), juco bags, cotton bags, calico bags, canvas bags and non-woven bags. Each suits different use-cases—from rustic branded shopping bags in jute/hessian to premium canvas promo bags and lightweight wholesale tote bags.

Jute and hessian are essentially different names for the same product. They are sturdy and natural with a rustic appearance, and are a great eco-friendly reusable bag option. Jute/hessian is perfect for creating strong, durable custom branded bags for your business.

Juco is a premium blend of jute and cotton that combines the natural look of jute with the smooth, printable surface of cotton – allowing you to create premium custom bags with branding. Custom juco bags are the best choice if you want high-quality custom printing with a luxurious premium feel, whilst maintaining an eco-friendly, natural aesthetic.

For crisp logos and full-panel artwork, custom bags in cotton, calico or canvas perform best. These fabrics take ink cleanly for printed cotton bags or printed canvas tote bags. For a natural look, branded jute bags/hessian bags print beautifully with bold, simple artwork. Combine the natural look with the smoothness of cotton and choose custom printed juco bags to showcase your brand. We pride ourselves on high quality printing on all materials.

Yes, the materials in our custom bag range are chosen specifically for their environmental credentials and reusability. They’re sustainable alternatives to single-use plastic bags and align with eco-conscious branding initiatives. Natural fibres like jute, hessian, juco, cotton, calico, and canvas offer strong eco credentials, whilst non-woven bags provide a lightweight, long-lasting option for large promotional campaigns.

Cotton is a more general term for the material and can include both calico and canvas. The term calico indicates the cotton used is soft, foldable, and ideal for everyday use. Custom printed calico bags and branded canvas bags are both popular options with businesses across Australia.

All of our bag materials are designed to be affordable at wholesale volumes while still feeling high quality for your customers. For most large promotional campaigns, printed cotton tote bags, custom calico bags, or branded jute/hessian bags offer an excellent balance of price, durability, and perceived value. If you’re working to a very tight budget, custom non-woven bags can be the lowest-cost option per unit, but many of our clients prefer our natural-fibre bags because they still sit comfortably in a promotional budget and present a more premium, eco-focused image. For a premium eco-friendly bag option, consider ordering custom branded juco bags in bulk for your business.

Yes—many clients combine jute bags/hessian bags with cotton bags or canvas bags for tiered ranges, and add non woven bags for entry-level promotions. We’ll help you align materials, print and sizes across your custom bags brief.

All of our materials are chosen to handle everyday and heavier retail loads when the bag is constructed correctly. Overall strength depends not just on the material itself, but also on the fabric weight (GSM), bag size, handle design, and how seams and handles are reinforced. For especially heavy items, we often recommend higher-GSM canvas, jute or juco with reinforced stitching and strengthened handles. That said, our cotton, calico and other options are also built for repeated use with typical grocery, retail, and promotional loads, and we can adjust GSM and reinforcement to suit your specific weight requirements.

Consider your intended use, branding style, and budget. For rustic branding, choose Jute or Hessian custom bags. For premium printing, select Juco, Cotton, or Calico custom bags. For heavy-duty use, opt for custom printed Canvas bags. For tight budgets, branded Non-Woven bags can be a cost-effective option for wholesale carry bags, wholesale cooler bags and large campaigns, though many brands still choose Cotton, Calico, or Jute for the added eco and brand appeal. We’re happy to provide material samples and guidance, and you can also dive deeper into each option via our Custom Jute Bags, Custom Hessian Bags, Custom Juco Bags, Custom Cotton Bags, Custom Calico Bags, Custom Canvas Bags and Custom Non-Woven Bags pages within our Bags by Material section.