Use drawstring bags at trade shows

Drawstring bags are commonly used at trade shows and marketing events, so you need to think creatively and find bags that get your business name into the hands of the customer.

I recommend: There's no better free advertising than to have hundreds of people carrying around a bag with your company logo printed on it. Find brightly colored bags for customers to take with them when they leave. Look for environmentally friendly alternatives when selecting a promo bag.

Give out bags that will last

When you're planning to give items away to employees, customers or clients, find versatile drawstring bags to pack them in.

I recommend: Look for good quality bags the customer will want to re-use. The better quality the bag, the more advertising legs it will have. Give employees drawstring back packs with your company logo printed on them. Insulated drawstring bags also make great employee rewards, and if you customize them, you'll be adding to your advertising portfolio.

Show off your product with drawstring bags

When you've got a product you want people to see, a trade show or other public event is the place to do it. Why put your innovative product inside a bag so no one can see it? Use see-through drawstring bags to show your product off.

I recommend: Find clear plastic bags you can customize with your business logo. If you want a heavy-duty bag, order window drawstring bags made of heavy plastic. For even more advertising capabilities, look for mesh bags or clear drawstring bags that your product can be seen through.

Use drawstring bags for everyday business needs

When the quality isn't as important as the function, find plastic drawstring bags that won't break your budget but still work for your business.

I recommend: Simple light-weight bags may be all you need for your purposes. If you are looking for bags to use or distribute but don't want to spend the extra money to customize them, find simple drawstring bags at Saket. San Diego Bag & Supply sells wholesale drawstring bags in several styles.