In the era of worsening environmental changes, going green is more important than ever. One of the best ways to do this is by replacing all plastic shopping bags with jute bags. Jute is a strong tightly woven material that can be used to make shoulder bags that are both stylish and durable. It’s biodegradable and sustainably farmed, so it’s the perfect alternative to plastic.
Not to mention that bags made from jute are the perfect promotional tools as well. Jute is admittedly a bit coarser than standard cotton, but this rustic appearance actually works in its favour.
Earthy, bohemian style products are all the rage nowadays. Therefore, an artisanally crafted bag is sure to be a smash hit. And the best part is, jute bags can be custom-made. With some creative design work, they can appeal to everyone, regardless of their age, gender or profession.
So if a company is passionate about the environment, there is no better way to show it than with branded jute bags. Bulk ordering them from websites like GoPromotional supports sustainable farming practices, while simultaneously proving where the company’s moral compass lies. Not only that, but jute bags give a company wide-reaching exposure. At the same time, they’re also a stylish product customers can use in their everyday life.
What Is a Jute Bag?
Because being kind to the environment is the latest trend, there are many different eco-friendly bags currently on the market. This variety makes it fairly easy to confuse jute bags with their cousins: cotton totes and canvas bags. The difference here lies in the materials.
Jute is a woven fabric that’s made from the skin of the jute plant. The plant makes tough stringy fibres which manufacturers combine with other vegetable fibres to produce things like ropes, nets or food sacks. The fact that it’s used to make all these things is a testament to just how strong jute is as a material.
Since fine cotton fibres require a lot of processing, the material predictably loses some of its durability. This is why cotton bags can stretch out of shape, and tear easily the same way that T-shirts do. In contrast, jute bags are much sturdier, and they retain their shape and texture even after prolonged use.
Not only that, but jute bags are actually more eco-friendly. Canvas, though cheaper than cotton, is still a cotton derivative. While most growers are pushing for more sustainable extraction methods, making cotton can be a fairly labour-intensive process. Cotton farms require a lot of water and produce chemical waste through pesticide use and during the processing itself.
On the other hand, a hectare of jute plants consumes about 15 tonnes of carbon dioxide and releases 11 tonnes of oxygen. Farmers grow the plant using chemical-free growing methods. Not to mention that processing it doesn’t generate any toxic gases. All in all, in the environmental game, jute wins out 100%.
Type of Jute Bags
Evidently, jute passes the sustainability check with flying colours. But how does this rustic material hold up in the style department? Well, seeing the abundance of different types of jute bags that are currently available on the market, the answer seems to be just brilliant.
1. The Standard Jute Bag
Everyone is familiar with the classic shopping bag. It’s a rectangularly shaped piece of cloth, with two parallel handles emerging from the top. However, what most don’t know is just how perfect jute is for making these types of bags. The tightly woven jute fibres create a reinforced base that results in a much firmer and more stable shopping bag.
The reinforced fibres are also strong enough to hold several pounds worth of weight without tearing. They also give the bag its distinctive shape, which is likely to stay intact even after repeated washing. Possibly the only downside to these bags is that they aren’t very visually exciting.
Their design is quite minimalistic, which may not be ideal for those who like a bit of flare from their favourite accessory. However, the bare-bones artisanal style actually works in the jute bag’s favour. It allows companies to make all sorts of colourful custom adjustments. From printing their logo to colouring the straps or even adding embroidered patterns, anything goes.
These custom additions have a two-fold effect. They make the bag look better, while also ensuring it fits with a whole range of different taste preferences. What’s more, these bags are perfect for large scale promo campaigns, since they’re incredibly affordable. For as low as £1 a company will get a stylish product that is going to bring them brand awareness for years to come.
2. Drawstring Jute Bags
If shopping bags are the most basic models, then drawstring jute bags are peak poshness. Commonly known as potli bags, these small, decorative baggies are traditionally used to hold jewellery. Because of this, manufacturers often make them from high-end materials like silk. They also decorate them with a whole host of complex embroidery designs and lace trimmings.
Since silk production kills quite a lot of silkworms, it’s a very ethically problematic practice. Hence why jute drawstring bags have become a more suitable alternative. Though they might not have the same, high-end look, these baggies can be just as fancy with some custom designs. A company can use rich colours like red, black or purple to make them stand out. To up the elegance, they can even add a company printed keyring to the drawstring to up the marketing potential.
Either way, these little baggies make for the perfect addition to a high-end company giveaway. Plus, if a company hands out some custom jewellery inside the baggies, they will definitely gain a reputation as a luxury brand.
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3. Jute Duffle Bags
If the standard jute bag is not fit for your sporty market, then branded jute duffle bags may be what you’re looking for. These eye-catching sailor-style barrel bags are perfect for the gym,
an overnight stay or for carrying belongs whilst travelling
Designers most commonly decorate them with complex embroidery patterns to spruce up the dull jute brown. It’s also easy to dye them so that they can pair up with any outfit or different types of shoes.
Whatever one chooses to do with their duffle bag, they’re sure to impress everyone who receives them. They’re also guaranteed to provide long-lasting promotion since customers are likely to keep a product that fits into their style.
Final Thoughts
Jute has become the material of choice for all environmentally-conscious people. It’s cheap, versatile and makes for easily customisable products. Here at GoPromotional, we can design the perfect promotional jute bag that will be both stylish and affordable. But most importantly, these bags will have a strong ethical message behind them. This, in turn, will present the brand in the best light.
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Check out our full collection of promotional bags which includes tote bags and foldable shopping bags! If you require further information or have any specific questions, don’t hesitate to give a member of our experienced team a call on 0800 0148 970 or simply email us today. You may also wish to consider complementing your order of jute bags with some branded badges which are sure to be well received by customers and employees alike!
