At Threads Custom Gear, we decorate totes four ways: precision embroidery for a premium textured look, vibrant screen printing for bold high-volume runs, DTF transfers for full-color photographic detail, and sewn patches & woven tags for that boutique crafted feel. The right decoration method depends on your bag, your budget, and your brand.
How We Decorate Your Tote
- Embroidery: Raised texture, premium feel. Best for logos & wordmarks on structured bags.
- Screen printing: Bold, flat color. Ideal for high-volume runs with 1–4 color artwork.
- DTF transfers: Full-color photographic prints. Great for complex, multicolor designs.
- Sewn patches & tags: Boutique, handcrafted aesthetic. Woven or embroidered patches sewn directly on.
Good — Smart, Affordable, Ready to Brand
These bags deliver strong visibility and solid construction at a price that makes large runs easy to justify. Perfect for events, giveaways, and high-volume campaigns.
- [OAD105] Contrast Handle Tote (from $4)
A sharp entry-level tote with contrasting handles that give it a two-tone look well above its price point. Spacious main compartment makes it a crowd favorite for conferences, grocery runs, and retail bags. Screen printing and DTF transfers shine here — bold logo placement, maximum impressions, minimum spend. -
[Q125900] Q-Tees Tricolor Tote (from $6)
Three contrasting colors in one bag means your brand stands out before decoration even begins. The tricolor construction creates natural placement zones — perfect for screen printing a logo on the front panel. A great pick for schools, nonprofits, and retail promotions that need visual pop on a budget.
Better — Sustainable, Purposeful, Brand-Elevating
These bags tell a story before your logo does. Recycled materials and eco-conscious construction resonate with customers and reinforce brand values that go beyond aesthetics.
- [EC8200] eConscious “Reclaimist” Recycled Tote (from $5)
Made from 100% recycled materials, the Reclaimist is the bag for brands with a conscience. Its earthy, textured feel pairs beautifully with embroidery or a tonal screen print — keeping the sustainable story intact. If your brand values align with environmental responsibility, this tote communicates that before anyone reads a word of your messaging. -
[8503R] Liberty Bags Recycled Tote (from $8)
Liberty Bags brings their reputation for quality construction to a recycled fabric format. Durable, roomy, and sturdy enough to become someone’s everyday bag — which means daily impressions for your brand. Embroider a clean logo on the front for a polished, upscale look, or go bold with a full-panel DTF print for something truly eye-catching.
Best — Premium, Functional, Kept for Years
This is the tote someone actually uses. Large capacity, quality construction, and a presence that says your brand means business. Invest here when retention matters more than reach.
- [Q1500] Q-Tees 34.6L Deluxe Tote (from $14.50)
At 34.6 liters, this is not a giveaway bag — it’s a bag people will use every single day. Gym, farmers market, weekend travel, work laptop and lunch — it does it all. This is the tier where sewn patches and woven tags truly shine, giving the bag a retail-quality, boutique feel. Embroidery also looks exceptional here. When you want recipients to remember who gave them this bag for years, this is your answer.
Get Started Today!
Ready to find your perfect tote? Get a quote or upload your artwork and we’ll take it from there.
No matter which tier fits your budget and goals, Threads Custom Gear makes it easy to get from blank bag to branded in your hands. We handle everything in-house — artwork setup, decoration, and fulfillment — so you can focus on what the bag is for, not how it gets made.
Join our growing list of satisfied customers in Traverse City, Michigan, and across the Midwest who trust us for their custom printing needs.