How to Start Shopping Bag Business at Home

Shopping bags are needed in every grocery shop, bakery, boutique, and general store. You can start this business at home with low investment.

What You Need

• Brown craft paper / chart paper / jute cloth / fabric

• Scissors or paper cutter

• Scale for measurement

• Glue (Fevicol) or stitching machine (for cloth bags)

• Handles (paper rope / ribbon / fabric strips)

• Hole punch (optional)

• Branding stamp or stickers (optional)

Steps

1. Choose Material
   Decide if you want to make:

   • Paper bags (easy to start)

   • Cloth bags (reusable and better profit)

   • Jute bags (premium finishing)

2. Cut the Material
   Cut the sheet according to bag size.
   Common sizes:

   • Small: 8 × 5 inches

   • Medium: 10 × 7 inches

   • Large: 14 × 10 inches

3. Fold and Glue
   Fold the sheet into a bag shape.
   Apply glue on one side and stick firmly.
   Fold the bottom and secure well.

4. Attach Handles
   Use rope, ribbon, or cloth strip handles.
   Glue or stitch them.

5. Branding (Optional)
   Add shop name using:

   • Rubber stamp

   • Printed sticker

   • Screen printing (if bulk orders)

6. Start Selling
   Sell to:

   • Grocery stores

   • Clothing shops

   • Gift shops

   • Home bakers

   • Online sellers

Tips

• Good finishing increases repeat orders.

• Start with 2–3 sizes only.

• Make sample bags and show to nearby shops.

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