Plastic Poly Bag Mockup
What's inside
- Applications Photoshop
- File Types PSD
- License Free (see author's terms)
- Author Zippypixels
Show a paper bag logo the way it will actually look: on a plastic poly bag mockup. The plastic surface is the main character here, so designs with some contrast stand out best.
It’s a handy file for boutiques and retail brands. Tip: glossy packaging picks up highlights over your art; reduce the highlight layer if your logo gets washed out.
A realistic render saves a round of physical samples, which for packaging can take weeks. A matching label or sticker mockup rounds out the set.
Use it for
- A paper bag logo
- A shopping bag design
- A tote bag print
Zippypixels created this one and hosts the download on their own site, so you always get the latest version straight from the source.
Editable options in the Plastic Poly Bag Mockup PSD
Main things you can change in Photoshop:
- Label or box artwork, placed through the smart object
- Base colour of the pack
- Shadows
- Gloss and highlight layers
How to use the Plastic Poly Bag Mockup
- Finish the label first, with barcode and small print in place.
- In the Layers panel, find the layer with the small smart object icon and double-click it.
- Paste your design, resize it to fill the area, then save (Ctrl/Cmd + S) and close that tab.
- Change the base colour of the pack.
- Export with File › Export › Export As: JPG for sharing, PNG for the web.
Another tip: build the label or dieline flat first, then place it; bending text inside the mockup is harder to fix later.
Best uses for this Plastic Poly Bag Mockup
- Use it as the cover image for a paper bag logo in your portfolio.
- Show a tote bag print to a client before it goes to print or production.
- Make two or three colour versions of a shopping bag design and let the client pick.
Quick notes on this mockup
- Made by Zippypixels. The download size and format are listed on their page.
- Built for Adobe Photoshop. A recent CC version handles the smart objects best.
- Check the smart object size before you design, so your artwork fits without stretching.
More free bag mockups are listed below, each linking to the original author.
Questions about this mockup
What licence does it come with?
Zippypixels sets the licence, and it can differ from file to file. Many free files allow personal and commercial use, but some are personal-only or ask for credit. Read the terms on the download page before a paid project.
How do I put my artwork on the bag?
Find the smart object layer (it has a small icon on its thumbnail), double-click it, place your design, then save and close that tab.
Do I need Photoshop?
Yes. This is a PSD mockup built with smart objects, so you edit it in Adobe Photoshop. Any recent CC version works.
Can I change the packaging colour?
Usually yes. There is normally a colour layer under the design smart object, so you can change the base colour without touching your artwork.
