About the history and development of kraft paper bags

　　In the 21st century, kraft paper bags have become a must in our daily life. We use paper bags to bring groceries home, pack department store purchases, and take away the kids' lunches. Retailers use them as blank canvases for branded product packaging. Creative trick-or-treaters even use them as Halloween masks. As a convenient invention, kraft paper bags meet many of people's living needs.

　　The history of kraft paper bags
　　Before paper bags, baskets, bowls and other containers were the primary storage solution in every home and store. As you can imagine, the creation of a convenient disposable container was revolutionary. Business owners can stock up on stacks of these bags in their stores, and their low cost and ease of use make them readily available to even moderate-income shoppers. ?
　　Since its introduction in the 1800s, the paper bag has undergone numerous upgrades by several clever innovators. In 1852, Francis Wolle invented the first mass-produced machine for paper bags. The next big step in paper bag design came from Margaret Knight, a prolific inventor working for the Columbia Paper Bag Company at the time. There, she realized that square-bottomed bags were more functional and efficient than Wolle's envelope designs. She created her paper bag making machine in an industrial store, paving the way for widespread commercial use of paper bags. Now when you bring food home from the supermarket or buy new clothes from the department store, you're enjoying the fruits of Knight's labor.
　　
　　The development of kraft paper bags
　　Paper bag design has come a long way since the advent of kraft paper bags and continues to evolve to meet consumer demand for leaner, easier-to-use products.
　　SOS
　　The SOS bag can stand on its own while loading items into it. A favorite for school lunches, these bags are known for their signature Kraft brown shade, though they can be dyed in a variety of colors.
　　Clip bottom design package
　　With an open design, clip bottom paper bags stay open just like SOS bags, but they have a pointed seal at the bottom similar to an envelope. These bags are widely used in baked goods and other foods.
　　Commodity bag
　　Merchandise bags are usually sandwich bottom paper bags that can be used to hold everything from craft supplies to baked goods and confectionery. Merchandise bags are available in natural kraft, bleached white, and a variety of colors.
　　Tote bag
　　For added refinement, the exterior of the paper bag is gradually adorned with prints, embellished sequins, rope handles and a lined interior. This bag is perfect for gifting and special packaging at retail and can be outfitted with your brand logo through a custom printing process.
　　Bread bag
　　Similar to clip bottom bags, bakery bags are ideal for food products. They're designed to retain the texture and taste of baked goods like cookies and pretzels for longer.
　　Recycling bag
　　For the environmentally conscious, kraft paper bags are an obvious choice. These bags are usually composed of 40% to 100% recycled material.
　　
　　Throughout its history, kraft paper bags have been improved time and time again, making them easier to use and less expensive to produce. For retailers, kraft paper bags have become more than just a convenience for customers, they have become a highly visible marketing product. Even as plastic floods the market, paper bags persist and prove their value as reliable, cost-effective and customizable. Contact us today to buy your own custom paper bag!