Flat Gift Bag Mockup
What's inside
- Applications Photoshop
- File Types PSD
- License Free (see author's terms)
- Author Mockups Design
A tote bag print looks better on a flat gift bag mockup than on a white artboard, and this mockup is set up for exactly that.
It’s a handy file for retail brands and merch sellers. Render two colour versions side by side. Clients choose faster when they compare.
Packaging is judged on the shelf in a couple of seconds, so seeing the design on the real shape tells you more than the flat dieline ever will. A matching label or sticker mockup rounds out the set.
Works well for
- A tote bag print
- A shopping bag design
- A paper bag logo
Mockups Design 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 Flat Gift 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 edit this Flat Gift Bag Mockup in Photoshop
- Export each side of the pack as its own image if the file has separate smart objects.
- Open the PSD in Photoshop and find the smart object layer, usually named “Your Design” or “Place Here”.
- Drop your artwork in, fit it to the canvas, save and close. The mockup updates by itself.
- Check each visible side so the panels line up.
- Export with File › Export › Export As: JPG for sharing, PNG for the web.
Another tip: glossy packaging picks up highlights over your art; reduce the highlight layer if your logo gets washed out.
Ways to use this Flat Gift Bag Mockup
- Present a shopping bag design in a client proposal or brand guide.
- Share a tote bag print on Instagram, Behance or Dribbble with a real-looking preview.
- Use it as the cover image for a paper bag logo in your portfolio.
Quick notes on this mockup
- Made by Mockups Design. The download size and format are listed on their page.
- The preview shows the angle, background and lighting you’ll get.
- 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
Is it free for commercial use?
It's free to download, but the licence belongs to Mockups Design. Check their page: it states whether commercial use is allowed and if attribution is needed.
How do I add my design?
Open the file in Photoshop, double-click the smart object thumbnail, paste or place your artwork in the new tab, save it (Ctrl/Cmd + S) and close. The main file updates on its own.
Which Photoshop version do I need?
A recent Photoshop CC version is best. Older versions can open the file but sometimes have trouble with smart objects and effects.
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.
