Promotional Bags
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Find it. Love it. Carry it. Promotional bags are where brand stories live in people's daily lives — the tote carried past a shopfront, the cooler that sits in a car, the canvas satchel that stays on the hook by the door.
Find it. Love it. Carry it. Promotional bags are where brand stories live in people's daily lives — the tote carried past a shopfront, the cooler that sits in a car, the canvas satchel that stays on the hook by the door. Sense2 has been briefing custom bags for Australian agencies and brand teams, with 4,860 styles across our extensive catalogue and thousands of 5-star Google reviews for bringing creative thinking, warmth and beautiful finish to every project.
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- Catalogue depth:
- 4,860 promotional bags across tote, jute, canvas, cooler, laptop, drawstring, duffle, paper and conference bag formats
- Typical MOQ:
- 50-500 depending on material and branding method
- Lead time:
- 7-15 business days standard; many items branded in 1-4 business days for creative rush runs
- Branding:
- screen print (1-6 colour), pad print, embroidery, heat transfer, full-colour digital, edge-to-edge sublimation
- Materials:
- rPET, organic cotton, canvas (200-340gsm), jute, calico, non-woven, kraft paper, neoprene, genuine leather
- Price range (100qty, 1-colour):
- AU$1.95-$22 per unit depending on style
- Free samples Australia-wide, 48-hour dispatch from our Sydney warehouse
- Rapid Australia-wide delivery:
- Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane and everywhere in between
Best for
Delegates forget the flyers and keep the canvas tote. Choose by imprint area: conference bags, messenger bags and satchels for VIP; non-woven or jute for expo volume.
rPET tote, notebook, engraved metal pen and a reusable drink bottle in one kit — budget-tier pricing, branded in 1-4 business days on core lines.
Heavy-duty cotton tote bags (280-340gsm), beach bags and cosmetic bags photograph beautifully and survive the weekly shop — the one that lives beyond the campaign.
Pair a heavy-duty canvas tote or genuine leather bag with a gourmet hamper. Tone-on-tone deboss, contrast stitching, branded ribbon — the opening moment matters.
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Compare your options
| Use case | Our recommendation |
|---|---|
| Delegates forget the flyers and keep the canvas tote. Choose by imprint area: conference bags, messenger bags and satchels for VIP; non-woven or jute for expo volume. | |
| rPET tote, notebook, engraved metal pen and a reusable drink bottle in one kit — budget-tier pricing, branded in 1-4 business days on core lines. | |
| Heavy-duty cotton tote bags (280-340gsm), beach bags and cosmetic bags photograph beautifully and survive the weekly shop — the one that lives beyond the campaign. | |
| Pair a heavy-duty canvas tote or genuine leather bag with a gourmet hamper. Tone-on-tone deboss, contrast stitching, branded ribbon — the opening moment matters. |
Make it a Brand Kit
Pair these together for a coordinated rollout — we’ll kit, brand and deliver everything together.
Pitch Win Pack
heavyweight canvas tote, debossed A5 journal, engraved metal pen and a handwritten note card in branded tissue
Best for: Client pitches, agency new-business presentations, boardroom gifting
Agency Launch Kit
rPET messenger bag, enamel mug, seeded-paper thank-you card and full-colour sticker set, kitted and ready to drop-ship
Best for: Campaign launches, brand activations, press drops
Delegate Day One Pack
non-woven conference bag, lanyard with custom bracket, reusable drink bottle and a printed agenda insert for expo registration
Best for: Expos, trade shows, conference registration
Founder's Gift Box
genuine leather tote, tone-on-tone notebook, two-pack of AU-roasted coffee and a handwritten welcome card for VIP onboarding
Best for: Client and campaign moments where the brand needs to land beautifully
Find it. Love it. Kit it.
How to choose
Start with the use case, not the style — that's the part we enjoy most about a bag brief. If the bag lives on a conference floor for a single day, a non-woven tote or calico drawstring at AU$1.95-$3.50 does the job beautifully; your logo travels home and the unit economics hold at scale. If it needs to survive a year of commuting (staff gifts, university orientation, retail gift-with-purchase), step up to canvas tote bags in 280-340gsm cotton, a jute tote, a hemp bag, or a rPET blend. Fabric weight is the first thing people notice in the hand. Thin totes feel cheap no matter how good the print comes out. For laptop bags, computer bags, messenger bags and satchels, check three things: internal padding, zip quality (YKK or equivalent), and whether the imprint area is flat enough for screen print or needs embroidery. Embroidery reads as premium on thicker fabrics. Screen print reads cleaner on canvas and non-woven. Pad print is for small logos on curved pockets. Edge-to-edge sublimation on rPET polyester is how you get full-bleed pattern work. Branding method drives price more than people expect. A 1-colour screen print is the cheapest way to carry a bold logo. Beyond 3-4 colours, setup starts to matter at low MOQ — that's when digital transfer or full-colour sublimation becomes the smarter maths. Embroidery adds AU$1.50-$4 per unit but never fades. For eco-minded briefs, we'll route you to our rPET, FSC paper, bamboo and recycled-cotton options — the same fabrics our in-house design studio uses when agencies brief us on sustainability storytelling. On MOQ: most custom bags start at 50-100 units, with no MOQ on many items and bulk rollouts for national campaigns. Jute, canvas and paper bags can drop to 25 on pilot runs. At 2,000+, expect 30-45% off the 100-qty tier — ask for a stepped quote across 100, 250, 500 and 1,000. Finally, always order a sample. Forty-eight hours from request to your desk. The CEO holds it, feels the weight, and the decision makes itself. Fast can still feel thoughtful — that's the standard we hold ourselves to.
Pricing guidance
Pricing rule of thumb: at 100 units with a 1-colour screen print, a non-woven tote sits around AU$1.95-$3.50, a rPET tote AU$2.80-$4.50, a canvas tote bag AU$4.50-$9, a jute tote AU$6-$12, and a laptop bag AU$22-$55. At 500 units those drop 25-40%. Full-colour digital print adds AU$0.35-$0.80 per unit. Setup is AU$40-$85 per colour, once off. Embroidery adds AU$1.50-$4 per unit with a one-time digitising fee around AU$55.
Delivery across Australia
Delivered Australia-wide in 7-15 business days standard — Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart and Canberra daily. Speed you can trust: many lines branded in 1-4 business days, with 3-5 day express available on 400+ SKUs for late briefs. Free shipping on orders over AU$500. We kit, split-ship to multiple venues or state offices, and run timed-release dispatch for launch windows at no extra handling.
Why Sense2
- ✦30 years of branded bags. Australia's most established promotional-products partner, trusted by leading brands including Telstra, Westpac, Commonwealth Bank, Sony, Warner Music, Australian Government agencies, universities and local councils
- ✦thousands of products in the range — depth most suppliers can't match, sourced by our international trend-sourcing partners so your bag actually feels of-the-moment
- ✦In-house design studio for art setup, mockups and packaging that tells your story — fast quotes, spec sheets, mood boards and pre-production samples before artwork lock
- ✦Thousands of 5-star Google reviews and a Trustpilot score of 4.7 (89% five-star) — Customers consistently rate Sense2 for reliability, clear proofs and creative outcomes that exceed expectations
Frequently asked questions
What's the minimum order for promotional bags?▾
Most custom bags start at 50-100 units, with no MOQ on many items and bulk rollouts for national campaigns. Calico, jute and paper bags can drop to 25 on pilot runs. Premium leather and duffle bags typically start at 50. For 2,000+ briefs expect 30-45% off the 100-qty tier — ask for a stepped quote.
How long do promotional bags take to produce and deliver in Australia?▾
Standard lead time is 7-15 business days from artwork approval. Many core lines are branded in 1-4 business days; 3-5 day express is available on 400+ SKUs. For Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane briefs we can sometimes courier same-week on stocked decorated canvas totes and non-woven bags.
What branding and printing methods do you offer on bags?▾
Screen print (1-6 colour) is our most common method for canvas and non-woven totes. We also run pad print for small curved logos, embroidery on thicker cotton and canvas, heat transfer for gradients, and full-colour digital or edge-to-edge sublimation on rPET, neoprene and paper. Setup is AU$40-$85 per colour.
Can I see a sample of a promotional bag before I order?▾
Yes. Free samples ship Australia-wide, dispatched within 48 hours from our Sydney warehouse. Pre-production samples with your actual artwork are available on larger runs. After 30 years of bag briefs, we know the weight, stitch and print register are what people decide on — never the spec sheet alone.
Do you offer eco-friendly promotional bags?▾
Yes. Our eco bag range includes rPET totes made from recycled plastic bottles, organic cotton, jute, bamboo tote bags, FSC kraft paper and recycled non-woven. GOTS and FSC-certified options are available on request. See our eco-friendly promotional products guide for the full range and certification notes.
What kinds of bags work best for conferences and trade shows?▾
Conference bags, canvas tote bags, satchels and branded messenger bags all perform well — pick by imprint area and delegate volume. Non-woven and jute suit large-format expo giveaways; canvas and laptop bags suit speaker and VIP packs. We've supplied conference bags wholesale for Australian industry conference and expo exhibitors for years.
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Ready to build something people will actually keep?
Tell us the moment — the onboarding day, the brand refresh, the conference, the client thank-you — and we’ll shortlist, mock up and deliver. Samples available (cost + freight applies, credited back), 48-hour dispatch, creative thinking included.
Find it. Love it. Carry it.
More about Promotional Bags▾
Custom Bags: Carrying Your Brand With Style
Sense2 is Australia's trusted partner for promotional bags—from eco totes and backpacks to travel and cooler bags. For over 30 years, we've supplied bags that carry brands further.- Range highlights — tote bags, backpacks, cooler bags, duffels, satchels, drawstring bags.
- Materials — cotton canvas, RPET, jute, non-woven, nylon, polyester.
- Branding — screen print, embroidery, digital transfer, sublimation.
- Eco options — recycled PET, bamboo fibre, compostable fabrics.
- Use cases — events, onboarding, retail packaging, staff gifts.
- Category: Promotional Bags
- Best for: Brand activations, retail promotions, onboarding kits
- Target market: Shoppers, staff, event attendees, eco audiences
- Materials: Cotton canvas, RPET, jute, nylon
- Branding: Screen print, embroidery, digital transfer
- Colours: Natural, black, navy, red, white, custom Pantone
- Lead time: 5–10 working days (3–5-day express)
- MOQ: Low MOQ on selected lines
- Eco totes — RPET, organic cotton, FSC-certified fabrics.
- Backpacks — promotional, tech-ready, travel, or student bulk runs.
- Corporate apparel — uniforms, polos, event wear.
- Decoration — embroidery, screen printing, digital transfer.
Why Custom Logo Bags are a Marketing Powerhouse
Promotional bags are statistically one of the most effective marketing tools available, offering thousands of impressions per item. They act as mobile advertisements, turning your customers and employees into brand ambassadors. "A custom bag enhances brand visibility by acting as a mobile billboard in public spaces. Every time it's used, it consistently exposes your brand to a wider audience, delivering one of the lowest costs per impression in the industry."Explore Our Range of Custom Designed Bags
Our collection is crafted to offer the perfect branding solution for any occasion, from retail to trade shows.- Promotional Tote Bags: The ultimate versatile giveaway. We offer high-quality canvas bags with your logo, eco-friendly cotton bags, and durable non-woven options perfect for any event.
- Custom Backpacks & Drawstring Bags: Ideal for students, commuters, and gym-goers. Our custom drawstring bags are a cost-effective choice for large-scale marketing, while our backpacks offer a premium feel.
- Branded Paper & Retail Bags: Elevate the customer experience with stylish branded paper bags. These are a cost-effective and recyclable choice that reinforces your brand identity with every purchase.
- Specialty & Trade Show Bags: Make a lasting impression at your next conference with custom trade show bags, insulated cooler bags, and sophisticated laptop bags designed for the modern professional.


