Industry · Market stalls & makers

Packaging for market stalls, makers and pop-up shops.

Selling at markets means packaging that's affordable, quick to use and still looks like your brand. We supply paper bags, gift bags, calico bags, labels, stickers and small boxes for stallholders, handmade makers and pop-up shops.

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Market Stall Packaging
6,000+products in our range
700+box sizes
1–3 daysdispatch on stock items
From 25units for digital printed boxes

Why it matters

Your bag leaves the market with them.

At a market, your packaging is how customers remember where they bought it.

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Brings customers back

A label or sticker with your name helps buyers find you again online.

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Looks professional

Neat, consistent bags and labels make a small stall look established.

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Keeps costs low

Plain packaging plus custom labels is affordable branding for small runs.

What to look for

What market packaging must do.

Market packaging has to be portable, fast and affordable.

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Easy to carry and store

Flat-packed bags and boxes take up little space in the car and under the table.

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Quick to use

Grab-and-go bags keep the queue moving on busy mornings.

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Simple branding

Labels and stickers turn plain bags into branded packaging.

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Weather-ready

Paper bags with handles and calico bags hold up better on a windy day.

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Small quantities

Packaging you can buy in amounts that suit a small business.

The complete solution

Build your market kit.

Everything for your next market day.

The essentials

What every order needs.

  • Paper bagsIn two sizes.
  • Custom stickers or labelsYour logo on every bag.
  • Tissue paperFor wrapping delicate items.

The upgrades

Low-cost touches that make a big impression.

  • Kraft gift bagsFor gifts and higher-value items.
  • Pillow boxesFor small gifts.
  • Calico bagsA reusable bag customers keep.

Quick decision guide

What packaging should I use?

Match the packaging to what you sell.

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Handmade jewellery & accessories

Use pillow boxes or small gift boxes

Add a custom sticker

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Soaps, candles & body products

Use kraft gift bags

Add tissue paper

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Prints & cards

Use paper bags or window paper bags

Add a custom sticker

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Clothing & textiles

Use paper bags or calico bags

Add a custom hang tag

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Food & treats

Use window paper bags

Add a custom label

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Gifts & sets

Use gift boxes

Add tissue and a sticker

Comparison

Compare your options.

How the main market packaging options stack up.

PackagingBest forProtectionBrandingBudget
Paper bagsEveryday purchasesLowGood$
Kraft gift bagsGifts and premium itemsLowGood$
Calico bagsBigger purchasesLowExcellent$$
Pillow boxesSmall giftsMediumGood$
Gift boxesGift setsMediumGood$$

Buying guide

Tips from packaging experts.

Practical advice for stallholders and makers.

Brand with stickers first

Plain bags with a custom sticker are an affordable way to look branded from day one.

Put your website on everything

Add your web address or social handle to labels so market customers can find you again.

Pack a spare bag box

Running out of bags at a busy market is common. Always bring more than you think you need.

Keep packaging flat

Flat-packed bags and boxes are easier to transport and set up.

Box size calculator

Enter your product size and how you'll pack it. We'll work out the box size you need in millimetres.

Enter your product size to see the internal box size you need.

This is a guide only. We recommend ordering a sample and testing it with your product before buying in bulk.

Sustainability

Better choices for the planet.

Our eco range →

Recyclable cardboard

Our cardboard boxes and cartons can go in kerbside recycling.

Kraft & recycled content

Our cardboard contains 60%+ recycled content.

Recyclable tissue

Our tissue paper is 100% recyclable.

Paper void fill

Swap foam and bubble wrap for honeycomb or kraft paper fill.

Made in Melbourne

Over 90% of our range is made in Melbourne.

Before you order

Your packaging checklist.

Tick these off before your first (or next) order to avoid the most common mistakes.

FAQs

Market stall packaging questions.

Can't find your answer? Call 03 8689 9344 or contact us.

What packaging do I need for a market stall?
Most stallholders start with paper bags, tissue paper and custom stickers or labels, then add gift bags or small boxes for gifts.
How can I brand my packaging cheaply?
Plain bags and boxes with custom stickers or labels are one of the most affordable ways to brand small quantities.
Can I buy packaging in small quantities?
Yes. Our stock range suits small businesses, and digital printing on mailer boxes, kraft gift bags, calico bags, paper mailer bags and stand-up pouches starts from 25 units.
Do you have small boxes for jewellery and trinkets?
Yes. Pillow boxes and small gift boxes are popular with makers for small items.
Are calico bags worth it for markets?
For bigger or higher-value purchases, yes. Customers reuse them, which keeps your name in view.
Do you deliver Australia-wide?
Yes, we deliver Australia-wide. Stock orders typically dispatch within 1–3 business days, and we offer Click & Collect from Thomastown, VIC.

Ready to get started?

Packaging that makes your stall stand out.

Whether it's your first market or your hundredth, our Melbourne team is ready to help.

Last updated: October 2026 · Reviewed by the PackQueen packaging team