What's in the Drawstring Bags Range
Supply Crew stocks more than 60 drawstring styles across three broad groups. The backsack family covers the sports and event workhorses: the classic Backsack in 210D polyester across twelve colours with reinforced eyelets at the base, the Icon Backsack with a handy front zip pocket, the heavy-duty Boss Backsack with a zip pocket and headphone outlet, and the Matrix Backsack with contrast panels and zippered mesh pockets designed for wet gear — ideal for teams and schools. At the premium end sit Stormtech's Hapuna Cinch Bag with a roll-top closure and the water-repellent Indio Cinch Bag, plus the AS Colour Recycled Gear Bag, which diverts approximately nine 500ml plastic bottles from landfill. The natural-material group covers 100% cotton drawstring bags in Midi and Maxi sizes, heather-patterned Melange styles and jute options, widely used as gift and goodie bags rather than carry bags. Capacities run from 0.2 litres for small pouches up to 10 litres.
Choosing a Drawstring Bag
Two questions settle most decisions. First, is it a carry bag or a presentation bag? Polyester backsacks are built to be worn on the back and thrown in a locker — they suit sports clubs, schools, gyms and event giveaways. Cotton and jute drawstring bags are better used for gifting and packaging, dressing up a single product or bundling several into a goodie bag. Second, check the base. Reinforced eyelets where the cords pass through the bottom corners are the single most important construction detail on a drawstring bag, because that's where cheap ones fail — the cord pulls through and the bag is finished. Beyond that, a front zip pocket is worth having for keys and a phone, and mesh pockets are genuinely useful if the bag will carry wet swimmers or training gear.
Sustainability and Branding
This is a strongly natural-material category: 26 products are flagged as natural material, seven as reusable, three as recycled and one as biodegradable, with 100% cotton at 220gsm, recycled cotton blends, jute and even cork among the materials. The AS Colour Recycled Gear Bag states its impact precisely at around nine 500ml bottles diverted per bag, which is a far more useful line in a proposal than a general eco claim. On branding, screen printing is the standard and most cost-effective method across both polyester and cotton, giving strong solid colour at volume; digital print handles full-colour and photographic artwork; and embroidery suits heavier cotton and canvas where a premium finish is wanted. Drawstring bags offer a large, flat, unobstructed front panel, so artwork can run big.
Beyond Drawstring Bags
Looking to complete the kit? Supply Crew also offers tote bags, backpacks, duffle and sports bags and pouches and accessories. Browse our eco bags range, or fill an event bag with a branded drink bottle, cap or towel.
Need help choosing the right drawstring bags for your project? Contact the Supply Crew team for expert advice and a quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can drawstring bags be branded with my logo? Yes — every product in this category can be custom branded. Screen printing is the standard and most cost-effective method for volume orders, digital printing handles full-colour artwork, and embroidery suits heavier cotton styles. The large flat front panel means your logo can be printed big rather than tucked into a corner.
- What's the difference between a drawstring bag, a backsack and a cinch bag? They're the same product under different names. "Drawstring bag" is the general term, "backsack" is common in the Australian promotional trade for the polyester sports version worn on the back, and "cinch bag" is the North American term you'll see on imported brands like Stormtech. If you're comparing quotes from different suppliers, they may all be describing the same style.
- Why do reinforced eyelets matter? The eyelets are the metal or stitched reinforcements at the bottom corners where the drawstring cords pass through the fabric. They're the failure point on cheap drawstring bags — without reinforcement the cord tears through the fabric and the bag is unusable. If the bags will carry anything heavier than a t-shirt, reinforced eyelets are worth specifying.
- Cotton or polyester — which should I choose? Choose polyester for bags that will be worn and used: they're lighter, more water-resistant and hold up to sports and school use. Choose cotton or jute for gifting and presentation — they feel more premium, print beautifully and work well as goodie bags or to dress up a single product. The cotton styles here run to 220gsm, which is substantial rather than flimsy.
- Are drawstring bags good for school and sports club orders? They're one of the best-value options available. The Matrix Backsack was designed with teams and schools in mind, with contrast colour panels and zippered mesh pockets for wet gear, and the standard Backsack comes in twelve colours so club colours are usually available off the shelf. Both take a printed logo cleanly.
- Do you have eco-friendly drawstring bags? Yes — 26 products are flagged as natural material, seven as reusable, three as recycled and one as biodegradable. Materials include 100% cotton, recycled cotton blends, jute and cork. The AS Colour Recycled Gear Bag diverts approximately nine 500ml plastic bottles from landfill per bag.
- What is the minimum order quantity for drawstring bags? Most styles carry a minimum order quantity of 25 units, with the cotton and melange gift styles from 50 and some pouches from 100. The exact minimum order quantity is confirmed on each individual product page.
- Can I see an artwork proof before production? Yes — twice over. You can Design & Create your own mockup instantly on any product page to see your logo on the product before you even request a quote. Then, once your order is confirmed, Supply Crew provides a detailed artwork proof for your approval — placement, size and finish — before production begins.
- How long do custom drawstring bag orders take? Custom orders typically take 2–4 weeks for production and delivery, depending on the styles and colours selected, the branding method and order volume. Our team will confirm an exact turnaround estimate once your order and artwork are finalised — worth planning ahead for school terms, season launches and large event runs.