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Screen printing vs Woven labels: Which Is Better for Branding Bags?

Screen printing: ink is pushed through a mesh stencil, one colour at a time, then cured. Woven labels: a logo label is woven from thread and stitched onto the bag.

Here is how the two methods compare for logo branding on bulk bag orders.

Quick answer

Screen printing suits bold logos on large bulk runs; woven labels suits private-label and retail bags. Both handle detail similarly, and woven labels is the more durable finish.

Updated by the Vago team

Key takeaways

  • Screen printing colours: 1–4 solid colours work best
  • Woven labels colours: several thread colours
  • Screen printing setup: one screen per colour
  • Woven labels setup: labels are woven to order
  • Send vector artwork for the best result with either method

Screen printing vs woven labels: side-by-side

Screen printingWoven labels
How it worksInk is pushed through a mesh stencil, one colour at a time, then cured.A logo label is woven from thread and stitched onto the bag.
Colours1–4 solid colours work bestSeveral thread colours
Fine detailMediumMedium
DurabilityVery goodExcellent
SetupOne screen per colourLabels are woven to order
Best oncotton, canvas, jute, juco (jute-cotton blend), non-woven (PP) and polyesterpolyester, nylon, canvas, cotton, genuine leather and PU leather
Best forBold logos on large bulk runsPrivate-label and retail bags
Watch out forEvery extra colour adds a screen and a print pass; gradients do not reproduce well.Labels have their own minimum quantities.

Choose screen printing if…

  • Bold logos on large bulk runs
  • Your bag is made in cotton, canvas and jute

Choose woven labels if…

  • Private-label and retail bags
  • Your bag is made in polyester, nylon and canvas
  • The branding must survive heavy daily use

Bags that can use either method

Terms explained

Trade terms used on this page, in plain language.

Private label
Products made by a manufacturer and sold under the buyer's brand.
Pre-production sample (PPS)
The final sample approved before bulk production starts.

Questions buyers ask

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Is screen printing or woven labels more durable?

Woven labels is generally more durable (excellent).

Which is cheaper for bulk orders?

It depends on the number of colours, logo size and quantity. Screen printing: one screen per colour. Woven labels: labels are woven to order. Setup costs are spread over the order, so larger quantities lower the per-piece cost.

Will I see the branding before bulk production?

Samples can be arranged before bulk production so you can check material, stitching, size and branding. Sample terms are confirmed with your quote.

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