Design concept. Final specification subject to assessment.

Custom bags / Zip-top totes

Custom Zip-Top
Shopping & Tote Bags

A branded carry bag that closes at the top.

Keep your bag’s contents together with a zip closure and a design that suits what goes inside.

Claytons can assess custom zip-top bags for retail purchases, merchandise packs and business use. Tell us the size, quantity and finish you need.

Send your quantity, reference image and delivery postcode.

Around 50 years

Experience in bag supply

Coffs Harbour team

A direct Australian contact

Australia-wide

Business orders and delivery

Find your starting point

Compare the main zip-top bag options

Material is a starting point for the enquiry. The final bag should be selected around the contents, finish, quantity and budget.

01 / Lightweight carry

Non-woven zipped shopping bag

A lightweight branded carry format for retail or promotional quantities.

Details to confirm

Material weight, side/base depth, handle attachment, closure and print area.

02 / Fabric & finish

Cotton or canvas zip-top tote

A fabric tote where appearance, feel and carrying style are central to the brief.

Details to confirm

Fabric choice, weight, colour, handle length, internal space and suitable decoration.

03 / Fit to your product

A custom-sized zip-top bag

A particular product or pack does not fit a standard bag shape.

Details to confirm

Packed measurements, zip opening, gusset, carrying arrangement and order quantity.

These are custom-order options to assess with Claytons. The available materials, construction and minimum quantity will be confirmed for your project.

If an open-top design meets your needs, you can also explore our existing non-woven bags and calico tote bags.

Fit comes first

Start with what the bag needs to hold

The right zip-top bag should accommodate the complete contents while still closing comfortably. Begin with the items being packed, then consider the depth, opening and carrying arrangement.

01

Retail purchases and product bundles

Include the dimensions of boxes, packaging and any accessories. The bag needs enough usable room for the full purchase, with the zip able to close over the packed items.

02

Event packs and branded merchandise

Tell us whether the bag will hold brochures, clothing, notebooks or a combination of items. A sample of the complete pack can make size selection easier than estimating from an empty bag.

03

Everyday branded carry bags

If the tote is intended for repeated use after the initial handover, consider how it will be carried and what your customer is likely to put inside. Handle length, bag depth and the position of the zip all influence that experience.

Design concept with the closure visible. Materials and construction confirmed per order.

The details that matter

Five details that make
a zip-top tote work

01

The usable opening

A bag can appear large enough on paper but still be awkward to pack through its opening. Tell us the widest item it must accept and whether items will be loaded individually or as a complete pack.

02

Space above the contents

Allow the zip to close without forcing the sides together. Provide the height of the packed items as well as the intended overall bag height.

03

Depth for bulkier items

A side or base gusset adds depth to the bag. If you are carrying boxes, clothing bundles or several items together, include that requirement when discussing the shape.

04

The handle arrangement

Decide whether the bag will be held by hand or carried over a shoulder. Include the expected loaded weight so the carrying arrangement can be assessed alongside the construction.

05

The branding space

Think about where the logo should sit when the bag is carried. Seams, side panels, handles and the zip can affect the available print area, so send the artwork before deciding on a final print size.

Branding with purpose

Add your logo, artwork or campaign design

A custom printed zip-top bag should look considered from the first handover to everyday use.

Send your artwork, preferred position and whether you need branding on one or both sides. Claytons will help confirm a suitable print method for the selected bag and quantity. In-house screen printing is available on selected bags, with other decoration options assessed for the project.

For detailed artwork, multiple colours or a specific finish, include an example of the result you want. This helps the team assess the design and prepare the quote.

Explore custom bag printing.

Printing at Claytons. Artwork and print positions assessed for your bag.

Make your quote count

Bring the whole
order into focus.

Quantity, construction, artwork and delivery all matter when pricing a custom zip-top tote.

01

The intended contents and approximate packed dimensions.

02

Your preferred material or a reference bag.

03

The number required, including quantities by colour or design.

04

Your logo and preferred print positions.

05

The delivery postcode and date the bags need to arrive.

If you are working to a budget, share it with the enquiry. We can assess the requested design and identify the details that need confirming before you order.

Bags, branding & people

Why choose Claytons for your custom bag enquiry?

Experience with both bags and branding

Claytons combines bag supply with custom printing support, helping you consider the product and its presentation together.

An established Australian business

Around 50 years in bag supply gives our team experience with business orders of different sizes and purposes. Learn more about Claytons and the people behind the business.

A direct conversation about your requirements

Talk with our Coffs Harbour team about the size, material and closure you need. If your brief requires a made-to-order construction, we can assess it through our custom-made bag service.

From Coffs Harbour to your business

Zip-top bag supply across Australia

Claytons supplies businesses across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart and Darwin, along with regional centres and other Australian destinations.

Our team is based in Coffs Harbour, NSW. Provide your delivery postcode and required arrival date so we can discuss production and freight for the proposed order.

For an event or retail launch, tell us the date early. Custom manufacturing and decoration time need to be considered separately from the time spent in transit.

Questions, answered

Questions about zipped shopping and tote bags

Have a requirement that is specific to your order? Talk it through with our team.

Send the dimensions, quantity and intended contents with your enquiry. Claytons can assess a custom zip-top design and confirm the suitable material and production options. A zip closure should be specified in the request; it is not a standard feature of every non-woven bag.

Canvas zip-top designs can be discussed through the custom-made service. Share a reference image or describe the fabric, size and handle style you want. The available construction and order requirements will be confirmed for your project.

This page is for custom zip-top enquiries. Once the design and quantity are understood, the team will confirm availability, pricing and the appropriate ordering process. Products in the standard online range should be checked individually for their closure type.

A zip closure on its own does not establish waterproof performance. If weather protection is essential, include the requirement in your brief so the material, seams and closure can be assessed together.

Include your preferred print positions with the artwork. Available print areas and methods depend on the design and material, and the team will confirm what is suitable when quoting.

Both depend on the selected bag, construction, branding and quantity. Send your expected order size and required arrival date, and the team will confirm the requirements for the proposed option. Do not assume standard stock-bag minimums or despatch times apply to a custom zip-top order.

Let’s talk bags

A bag that holds
your brief together.

Tell us what you want the bag to carry and how you want it to look. Send your quantity, approximate dimensions, artwork and delivery details to start your custom zip-top enquiry.