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Playing cards, whose origins come from distant Asian lands, have spread worldwide over the centuries, evolving and entertaining entire generations. From poker cards to tarot, through game cards, they are the quintessential social game. They stand out in drawers and cupboards with their colorful packaging made of paper, cardboard, plastic, or metal.
Over time, decks have appeared with the most diverse graphic themes, becoming true collectible items for enthusiasts.
Many collectors are constantly seeking ever more unique playing cards, and simultaneously, the packaging has also become a distinctive element.
Aluminum or plastic cases and boxes are the classic packaging that has always accompanied playing cards, but for those looking for something original, there are also fabric bags!
Do you produce playing cards?
Here are 5 reasons to store your decks inside a fabric bag.
Let’s explore them together.
1. The fabric bag is fully customisable
Fabric bags are very versatile and can be customised in many ways: you can choose the type of fabric, the shape, the type of closure—for example, drawstring or candy wrap style, zip, Velcro—the size, and the color that best fits the game’s theme. Above all, you can print an image, a logo, or particular graphics on the fabric.
There are several printing techniques available on fabric. We recommend screen printing—ideal for printing a brand or text—and hot foil stamping, suitable for reproducing multicolor designs, such as the setting of a role-playing game, as an example.
There are many types of fabric to choose from. For example, velvet, cotton, and satin give the packaging an elegant appearance and lend themselves well to customisation with various printing techniques.
2. If yours is a (fantasy) role-playing game, you can also include the characters
For several years, many card games have been accompanied by other accessories, such as character miniatures, dice, and three-dimensional elements that recreate magical settings. Fabric bags for playing cards are very practical precisely because you can include the characters inside and close the bag with the drawstring, avoiding the risk of losing a fundamental element for playing.
One more idea: why not customise the fabric packaging by recreating a saddlebag? The classic sack to hang on a saddle or carry over the shoulder is typical of many medieval and fantasy settings!
3. Fabric bags can protect both the cards and the original cardboard packaging
Nowadays, it is not only the deck itself that captivates players, but the packaging has taken on an important role that makes different types of decks distinctive. On the market, various models are available, from metal cases to simple linear boxes, up to more complex packaging such as pull-out boxes customised with spectacular engraved and embossed graphics. Some are even crafted using artisanal techniques, making the entire game a valuable collectible.
Precisely for this reason, the packaging must be protected from scratches, impacts, and dust. Why not use fabric bags? They are durable and can be customised by printing the image present on the packaging stored inside.
4. They are an excellent alternative to cases and take up little space when travelling
Fabric bags are also very practical for travel. Carrying playing cards to a friend’s house or on holiday is more convenient because the bags can be hung up, packed in luggage, held easily, and most importantly: they take up less space compared to rigid packaging.
5. They can be reused over time and are sustainable
Like metal boxes, fabric bags can be used—and reused—over a long time. However, unlike metal boxes, they are ecologically more sustainable, provided they are made with cotton, hemp, linen, jute, and other natural materials.
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