Kraft bags, handle holes and gusset creasing
Paper bag cutting dies
A paper bag die must solve handle holes, side gussets, bottom creasing and top folding together. The die is prepared around carrying behavior.
Handle hole controlSide-gusset creasingKraft and coated board
Where it fits
Shop bags, boutique brand bags, event bags, promo bags and kraft packaging bags can be prepared with measured tooling.
- Kraft and coated paper bags
- Handle-hole or cord-hole forms
- Side-gusset and bottom-crease bags
- Boutique, retail and event packaging
What we check before production
Carrying load and folding comfort matter. Handle-hole edge, crease depth and glue allowance are checked together.
- Handle-hole shape and tearing risk
- Side gusset, bottom and top fold allowance
- Board weight and grain direction
- Layout and waste ratio
Quote information
Bag size, handle type and paper weight are the main quote inputs. A sample speeds up the die plan.
- Open drawing or bag dimensions
- Handle hole, cord hole or grip form
- Board weight and surface finish
- Quantity, deadline and print allowance
Common questions
1Can the handle hole be included in the die?
Yes. Handle holes, cord holes or custom grip forms can be included.
2Does a kraft bag need creasing?
Side gusset and bottom folds usually need creasing; the channel depends on board weight.
3Can you make a bag die from a sample?
Yes. The bag sample is measured and redrawn as an open die plan.