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Create Custom Backpacks That People Will Love

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Everyone needs a backpack, no one wants to have the same old boring designs.

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Your design makes it desirable, our price makes it profitable.

No Min or Max Order

Every order is made to order. Only pay for what you or your customers need.

Why Design and Sell Custom Printed Backpacks?

Custom backpacks are used for everything; carrying gym clothes, safely transporting laptops, and acting as study material transport for school or university. In 2018, the backpack industry was worth $17 billion. This trend is set to increase to $23 billion by 2023. So, how much of that $5 billion uptick is going into your bank account?

Custom Backpacks at Printify

The ultimate classic; the perfect bag for carrying everything from your school books to a lunch box. The large front is perfect for printing your custom designs, the sublimation process allows you to get vivid colors and sharp details that will make your custom backpacks stand out.

Key features:

• 100% polly synthetic leather body
• Padded laptop sleeve
• Plastic zipper with metal head
• Inner pocke

This is a much loved base – largely because of the ability to print custom design on the entire front side of the backpack, including the top and sides through sublimation. The padded back and straps make this custom backpack an exceptionally comfortable method for transporting items. 

Key features:

• 100% Soft Nylon Canvas
• Padded back
• Durable zipper closure

The great thing about personalized backpacks is that they can appeal to any gender. These unisex backpacks are light in weight but strong enough to hold up to everyday usage.  Print a custom design on the front, left and right side of the backpack. Don’t be afraid to get creative – it’s 100% possible to design custom backpacks that appeal to any demographic.

Key features:

• 100% soft nylon canvas
• Padded back
• Zipper closure

More in the style of a classic satchel, this is one of the most popular personalized kids backpacks. The large cover flap is a designer’s dream; hiding all of the main pockets (there are six on this custom backpack). The clips on the front of the bag keep the contents safe and protected from the weather.

Key features:

• 100% Oxford canvas
• Many compartments
• Padded back

If you’re aiming to sell custom printed backpacks to an audience stateside, this is the bag to pick. A smaller transit means lower shipping prices. Furthermore, you can print your custom designs on the front, top, bottom and sides – the ultimate in personalization. The sublimation printing gives clear, vivid colors. The strong stitching means this bag is ready for whatever can be thrown at, or in, it.

Key features:

• 100% polyester
• Padded back
• Zipper closure
• Many compartmen

Easily Connect Your Products

You need to reach customers to sell your designs. The best way to do this is by connecting to an eCommerce platform or marketplace. Fortunately, the Printify merch maker supports automatic integrations for Shopify, eBay, Wix, WooCommerce, Etsy, Squarespace, BigCommerce and PrestaShop.

Custom Backpacks With No Minimum Order

The last thing you want is to clutter up a bedroom, office or front room with a stock of unsold custom printed backpacks. That’s why there are no minimum orders with Printify. All products are only created when you make a sale, giving you the freedom to start marketing without the fear. Each provider takes care of the whole process, even shipping.

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Design Your Own Backpack

This is the fun part – getting creative with designs and patterns. Using the Printify mock-up generator, you can piece designs together to form your custom backpacks.

Don’t worry if you have never done this before. The preview tool allows you to see how a bag will look once it’s been printed, allowing you to make adjustments as needed. 

Each backpack uses sublimation printing, this means that colors and designs will really stand out. It also means that the ink won’t fade or crack – giving extra longevity to your custom backpacks.

Choosing a Custom Backpack Style

This all depends on your target audience. The needs (and style) of the modern gym-bro will be different from that of schoolchildren. It’s important to think about how your included design will fit into that end-customer’s notion of their ideal product.

Design Ideas for Personalized Backpacks

Let’s face it, how many backpacks does the average person own? At least one (and probably more). As such the modern consumer is always looking for something that sets their collection apart from the rest.

Perhaps your designs focus on travel inspiration, or motivational quotes for those who need to be reminded why they are up at 5 a.m. for a spin class. 

For some, it’s about being practical while looking great at the same time. The office can be a dull place, so a stylish design might be all it takes to add some color to the day.

To help get you started, we have come up with great design ideas already killing it in the marketplace. Remember to draw inspiration, but don’t copy someone else’s work directly. Instead, create your own identity that your customers can resonate with. 

Make a Fashion Statement

Custom backpacks are more than just functional, they can make an impact. With some bold or repetitive patterns, you can really make your custom printed backpacks stand out. Think about geometric shapes, or designs that aesthetically work – blending the edges of the backpack. 

Make It Personal Without Being Individual

If you’re going after the back-to-school market (a younger audience), a simple but personal touch is adding children’s names to a design. This is a great way to seem like the bag has been designed specifically for the child. All you need to do is select the most popular names and use them to get started. Furthermore, the easy ability to identify a backpack means fewer lost bags – and contents.

Design to Inspire

While the custom backpack is a functional tool in itself, these products can also be used to elevate those nearby. Sometimes, it only takes a little extra effort to do something special – or make a sale. 

If inspiration isn’t your thing, then why not try and put a smile on someone’s face with some wit, puns, or a one-liner. You can even theme your custom print backpacks with a movie twist – just remember to avoid any copyright or trademark issues.

Animals Rule

If you’re ever stuck for inspiration, including some animal-oriented designs is a great idea. While effective for all ages, this segment really makes a splash for the cat and/or dog lovers. The great thing about custom printed backpacks is that they transcend gender and age, making them an item to add to your store. Think about all those furry friends out there – just waiting for their owners to tote home a custom backpack full of treats, toys, and other goodies. 

Questions About Selling Custom Backpacks Answered

Can I Use a Photograph or Image for My Custom Printed Backpacks?

You can use whatever you like, so long as the image format is either .png or .jpg. So, if you plan to sell personalized backpacks with a dog’s face on the front, be our guest. Some of our merchants are using fun images to create meme-themed custom kids backpacks, while others gravitate toward photography skills to create urban backpacks for fashion-conscious city workers.

Are the Straps Adjustable on Personalized Backpacks?

Each custom backpack has different features. However, the one that they all share is adjustable straps. This is perfect for you as a merchant. It allows you to design backpacks for all sizes and ages. Although some personalised backpacks are bigger than others, the adjustable straps make them comfortable to wear for children and adults.

How Fast Is Shipping and What Does It Cost?

Shipping varies from each provider. You can always check the average time for production. Please keep in mind, shipping times depend on where customers are located in relation to the provider.

Shipping costs are always clearly stated by each provider. They can vary from region to region. For example, delivery within the USA will likely be cheaper than an international delivery. These prices are always calculated for you. If you plan to ship worldwide, please pay attention to shipping differences.

Will the Ink Fade on My Custom Printed Backpacks?

Designs are integrated with the backpacks using a process called sublimation printing. During this process, the ink is heated to the point of becoming vapor. This process helps the ink attach itself to the material fibres. This provides a strong, vibrant, and long lasting print that is resistant to fading, cracking, and other damage. 

Ready to Create Your First Custom Backpack?

Backpacks have become an integral part of everyday life. This creates a wonderful opportunity to create professional custom backpacks for your store. With so many different uses, personalized backpacks appeal to a wide audience base. Each custom printed backpack is chance to stand out in a sea of black and grey.  

Choose a Custom Backpack Style

Choosing the right style for your market and your design is quite important - so choose wisely. Make sure to check prices, shipping times, and average production times. These factors make big differences. 

Design Your Custom Backpacks

Whether you're using your own designs, or you're working with Shutterstock images, our user-friendly design tools make it easy to finalize products. All it takes is a few clicks, and your custom backpacks are ready to be sold. 

Send It to Production

With your designs uploaded, you're ready to sell. The production process is simple. As soon as you get your first order, all that's left to to do is send your custom backpack forward, on to production. 

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