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Printed shopping bags: better shopping with a promotional effect!

Did you know: printed shopping bags, shoppers and tote bags are among the most popular promotional items. No wonder, they are directly linked to a positive shopping experience. They are also incredibly practical and useful little helpers in everyday life. Something else also plays a major role in their success as promotional items: the haptic experience. Because unlike other forms of advertising, promotional products such as shopping bags make brands and advertising understandable and experienceable. In short: they are advertising you can touch. Find out here what other good reasons and options there are for printing shopping bags.

The difference between shopping bags and shoppers

What is a shopping bag or shopper? This term is not exactly defined. Usually, shopping bags are shoulder bags or shopping baskets. Not to be confused with a tote bag or shopping bag, which is more of a simple solution for spontaneous purchases. Of course, shopping bags should be spacious in order to accommodate different products in the best possible way. When it comes to size and shape, there are hardly any limits - from a handy shopping bag to a spacious shopper, everything is possible. The carrying straps of a shopping bag are usually designed so that they can be used both as a handle and as a shoulder strap - all in the spirit of efficient and gentle carrying. The large volume and carrying capacity of the shopping bag is therefore its key and makes up its usefulness.

Promotional shopping bags - ideal for many occasions 

Shoppers and carrier bags are the all-rounders for shopping, trade fairs and the beach... We have collected a small overview of what you can have shopping bags printed for. 
  • Shopper as shopping bag
    Of course, shopping is the main purpose of shoppers and tote bags. Depending on what is to be "shopped", different bags are an interesting option. Clothes and consumer goods rather require a large bag, pressure-sensitive groceries and products are safe in a basket and frozen products, or other refrigerated goods stay fresh longer in cool bags. 
  • Shopping bags as trade fair bags and promotional bags...
    Trade fair or shopping - the bag requirements are similar for both occasions. These bags should carry as many documents as possible at a trade fair and the comfort should be as high as possible. Printed shopping bags as promotional items and trade fair bags with your own company logo offer added value.
  • Shopping bags as beach bags or bath bags
    Beach towel, sunscreen, book, ball game...tote bags and shoppers must hold a lot. Combined with a beautiful, summery look, a shopping bag becomes a beach bag in a flash.
  • Shopping bags as picnic bags
    If you pack some hearty food for a snack or barbecue, the shopping bags can be transformed into picnic bags in no time at all - bon appétit!

The topic of printing carrier bags. Which finish is right?

Only the printing makes shopping bags a promising promotional item. That's why all HALFAR® shopping bags, from the simple cotton tote bag to the elaborate shopper, offer an exposed surface for applying logos or advertising messages. Your taste and the technical possibilities for the respective bag decide whether your shopping bag is printed or embroidered. Our team in the finishing department will be happy to advise you on which promotional decoration will make your tote bags shine as promotional products.

Printed shopping bags with special functions

  • The foldable shopper
    Practical when a shopping bag can be both: Very spacious for large purchases and small sized only to be used when needed. Foldable shopping bags meet these requirements perfectly. They can be folded very easily and flat and sometimes even stowed in their own front pocket. So, they come into their own as a second bag when they are needed. For example, during a city trip when you spontaneously go on a shopping excursion. 
  • The shopping basket
    Simply unfold the bag, go shopping and transport the groceries home safely. It's easy with the shopping basket. Keys, wallet and shopping list can be stowed in the zipped front pocket and quickly found again.
  • The backpack shopper
    Why not carry your shopping comfortably on your back? In addition to handles or shoulder straps, some shopping bags also offer this carrying option as a backpack.

Do you still have questions about shopper and shopping bag printing?

The HALFAR® team is happy to help and will advise you on the topic of bags as promotional items. You will also find a lot of interesting information here on the website - also about the climate neutrality of our bags. It applies to the entire stock range at HALFAR®. You can read more about the important topic of sustainability in our HALFAR® blog. Now have fun in our bag shop while choosing your shopping bags with printing.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Advice & Support

We’d be happy to advise you in person! Please use the contact page. There you’ll find several options: the contact form, direct contact via email, or a phone call.

For quick queries, you can also use the live chat feature in the shop. This allows you to clarify any questions quickly and easily.

All relevant information can be found directly on the relevant product page in the bottom-right-hand corner. The following details are provided there: 

  • Product details: dimensions, material composition, special features, packaging units, etc. 
  • Product description: a brief summary of the item 
  • Dimensions: measurements with diagrams and a volume overview 
  • Downloads: finishing surfaces, product data sheets and catalogues (main catalogue and new products catalogue) available for download

  1. Enter the item name or item number into the search bar. Check that you’ve spelled it correctly and that there are no transposed numbers.
  2. Alternatively, browse through the product categories, for example, backpacks > laptop backpacks. This narrows down the selection, making it easier to find the right items.
  3. If the search yields no results, the item is no longer available in our range.

We offer a 3-year warranty on our products from the date of purchase. During this period, we will repair your bag or provide a replacement free of charge.

After this period, our “Repair Service” is available for defective bags. You can use the contact form to arrange this: via the form, by email or by telephone.

Products & Availability

The current availability is displayed directly on the product page.

Steps:

  1.  Go to the product page in the shop 
  2. Select the desired colour 
The status appears below the product preview:

  • Green dot: “Available now: xxx items” 
  • Red dot: “Currently out of stock” or “Delivery in week xxx” 
If your requirement exceeds the displayed stock level, it is advisable to make a direct enquiry. You can contact us via the contact page using the form, by email or by telephone. 

Further notes on the display: 

  • Currently out of stock: A new stock arrival is possible, but not necessarily planned. It is also possible that the colour may be discontinued. For more accurate and prompt information, please use the live chat. 
  • Delivery in calendar week xxx: Currently out of stock. A new stock arrival is scheduled for the specified calendar week.

Logo printing is available. This service is available for orders of 50 items or more and applies to all items in the range.

There are various finishing options to choose from: screen printing, transfer printing, embroidery, digital printing, metal badges, doming, as well as HALFAR FAST LANE®, woven labels and rubber badges

The finishing options available for a specific item are shown on the relevant product page. The overview can be found on the right-hand side under ‘Finishing options’, with the note ‘Available for orders of 50 items or more’.

Not every logo is suitable for every finishing technique. Therefore, even customised enquiries are subsequently checked for technical feasibility.

We offer a range of finishing options: screen printing, transfer printing, embroidery, digital printing, metal badges, doming, as well as HALFAR FAST LANE, woven labels and rubber badges

An overview of the various finishing options is available in the ‘Finishing Techniques’ section of the shop. All processes are described there and illustrated with example images. This allows you to understand the differences in appearance, feel and area of application.

Screen printing, transfer printing and embroidery can be configured directly in the shop. For all other finishing techniques, you can make an enquiry via the contact page: using the form, by email or by telephone.

A customised offer: can be generated directly in the shop. To do this, select the desired item and choose ‘Design and calculate now’. Then specify the quantity, colour and finish, and download the quote as a PDF.

Pricing depends on the chosen process and the design:

  • Screen printing: The size of the logo is not a determining factor. The number of colours is what matters. 
  • Transfer printing and embroidery: The size of the design affects the price (S, M, L, XL). 
  • Volume pricing: As the order quantity increases, the unit price for bags and finishes decreases. The price scales can be viewed at the top of the product page under “Volume pricing”. 


For the design: the logo file is uploaded via drag-and-drop (JPG, PNG or TIF). The design can then be edited and positioned on the bag. The visualisation can be exported via “Design (PDF)”. 

A design-inclusive offer: this is generated when configuration and design are combined and then downloaded as a PDF.

Yes! Please feel free to get in touch, for example via our contact page. There are several ways to do this: the contact form, email, or a direct line for a telephone conversation.

Retailers & Partners

You can submit an enquiry via the contact page: using the form, by email or by phone.

We are happy to recommend a suitable sales partner in your region.

The relevant information can be found in the footer under ‘Affiliate Programmes’ in the ‘Become a Merchant’ sub-category.

A form is available there. Once you have completed it and it has been reviewed by Halfar, you will receive a personalised response.

Account, Registration & Newsletter

  1. Click on the icon next to the search bar in the top right-hand corner 
  2. Select ‘Register’ 
  3. Depending on your needs, select ‘Become a retailer’ and ‘Sign up now’ or ‘Business customer’ and ‘Register now’, then complete the form

A customer account is intended for businesses. 

The following details are required for registration:

  • Company name 
  • VAT number 
  • First name 
  • Surname 
  • Email address 
  • Street and house number 
  • Town 
  • Country

Subscribe:

  1. Scroll to the bottom of the page (footer) 
  2. In the ‘Service & Contact’ section, select ‘Newsletter’ 
  3. Enter your email address and select the relevant topics (advertising bags, technical bags or both) 
  4. You will then receive a confirmation email. Once confirmed, your subscription is complete 
  5. A welcome newsletter will then be sent. Future information on new products and topics will be provided regularly by email.

Unsubscribe:

  1. Open a newsletter email
  2. Scroll to the bottom of the email
  3. Select the unsubscribe link in the relevant notice (“unsubscribe here for free”)

Shipping & Delivery

For deliveries within Germany, the shipping cost is €6.30 per package

The package size for each item is shown on the relevant product page. The ‘Product Details’ section specifies how many bags are packed per box.

Orders

Once the order has been placed, the sales department will send an order confirmation. This will also include the scheduled delivery date.

As soon as the goods are dispatched, an automatic dispatch confirmation will be sent. This will include a tracking number so you can track your delivery.

You can track your order using a tracking number. This is automatically sent to you by email once the goods have been dispatched.

If you do not have a tracking number, the relevant contact person can assist you.

Samples without finishing can be ordered at any time via your customer account in the shop.

Unfortunately not; orders are only available to business customers.

Returns are possible provided the goods are in perfect condition, and are at your own expense.

Once the goods have been received and inspected, the corresponding amount will be credited.

Payment

For first-time orders, payment must be made in advance. Production and dispatch will take place once payment has been received.

For repeat orders, delivery on account is possible, subject to creditworthiness.

The invoice will be sent automatically by email once the goods have been dispatched. 

For payment in advance, the bank transfer is made on the basis of the order confirmation. The official invoice is issued once the goods have been dispatched.

If you have any questions regarding the invoice, the relevant contact person will be happy to assist you.

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