Printable Gift Bag Template Maker
A flat-bottom paper bag — the bakery-style shape with a stepped front and a glued base — stands up on its own and holds more than a flat pouch, which makes it the go-to shape for gift, lolly and party-favour bags. Most templates come in one or two fixed sizes.
Set the exact width, height and gusset depth you need, choose a plain, scalloped or zigzag top edge and whether it has handles, and export it true to size — as SVG for a cutting machine or a PDF to score and fold by hand.
Open this template in the generator →Who it's for
- Anyone making party favour or lolly bags in a size that matches what's going inside
- Small businesses packaging bakery or retail items in their own branded bag size
- Wedding or event hosts making guest gift bags to match their stationery
- Cricut and Silhouette users wanting an exact SVG rather than a fixed downloadable size
How to make it
- Enter the bag's front width, height and gusset depth — the depth is how far the bag stands out from flat
- Choose a top edge — plain, scalloped or zigzag — and turn on handles if you'd like them punched or glued on
- Set a hem allowance if the top edge should fold over before it's cut
- Export as SVG for a cutting machine, or a true-to-size PDF — score the base and side folds, then glue the base and side seam
Frequently asked questions
What size bag do I need for party favours?
A small "lolly bag" size around 80×130mm with a 40mm gusset suits most party favours; for anything bulkier, measure the item and add a little clearance on width and depth.
Does it include handles?
Handles are optional — turn them on and the export includes punched handle holes or glue-on handle strips depending on the style, sized to the bag.
Can I use patterned paper or does it have to be plain card?
Either — the flat-bottom bag shape works with lighter patterned paper as well as card stock; just use a slightly heavier stock (120gsm+) for anything with real weight inside so the base holds.