Paper & board options
A pouch set usually mixes two material families: the fabric of the pouch and the paper of the supporting pieces. This table covers both, with the weight ranges we actually run.
| Material | Typical weight | Character | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Velvet | Fabric, not specified in gsm | Deep pile, rich depth of color, soft to the touch | High-value jewelry, gift presentation |
| Satin | Fabric | Smooth, low friction, slight sheen | Beads, pearls, items that snag on pile |
| Cotton / linen | Fabric | Matte, textured, washable | Lifestyle, cosmetics, corporate gifting |
| PU | Fabric-backed | Wipe-clean, holds an embossed mark sharply | Travel and everyday-use items |
| Coated paper | 110-157 gsm | Smooth, bright, takes fine print | Cards and envelopes with photography |
| Art paper | 110-157 gsm | Smooth with a higher gloss | Color-critical card artwork |
| Fancy paper | 110 gsm is standard | Textured or colored, distinctive | Cards and envelopes that must feel special |
| Kraft paper | 110-157 gsm | Natural, unbleached tone, matte | Natural and recycled-look presentation |
| Black paper | 110-157 gsm | Solid black surface, hides handling | Contrast against a velvet pouch |
| Grey board | 1,000-1,600 gsm | Rigid core, wrapped | The box or tray the set sits in |
Surface finishing
| Finish | Where it is applied | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Matt lamination | Cards, envelopes, box wrap | Removes glare and fingerprints; the usual base for spot UV |
| Gloss lamination | Cards and box wrap | Higher color saturation and a wet look |
| UV spot coating | Over matt-laminated card | Gloss detail against a matte field |
| Gold foil (hot stamping) | Card, box lid, pouch | Metallic mark; needs a die; avoid fine type |
| Embossing | Cards and box panels | Raised relief without color |
| Compression embossing (label pressing) | Pouch fabric | Permanent relief in the fabric with no ink layer |
| Press texture | Large box panels | Mechanical surface pattern for grip and feel |
Insert & lining materials
A set is usually built around a rigid tray. The tray is lined in velvet, satin or flocked fabric, and any cavity is cut from EVA, blister, paperboard or PE foam. The support pieces – the delicate fabric accessory and the paper envelope – are then laid into the tray or tucked under it.
One note on presentation, from the sets we produce: not every piece that exists inside the box needs to be visible on opening. Accessories and paperwork are often better hidden at the bottom of the tray, with the pouch presented as the single hero item. Displaying the pouch on its own is frequently the stronger layout, because the pouch can carry the brand mark on its face while the printed pieces sit underneath.
Specifications
| Item | Parameter |
|---|---|
| Set contents | Drawstring pouch, fabric accessory, paper envelope and printed card, or any subset you need |
| Pouch materials | Velvet, satin, cotton, canvas, PU |
| Paper materials | Coated, art, fancy, kraft or black paper, 110-157 gsm; grey board 1,000-1,600 gsm for the tray |
| Dimensions | Made to your dimensions |
| Logo methods | Compression embossing, hot stamping, silk screen on fabric; four-color offset, silk screen or digital on paper |
| Color | Pantone and CMYK for print; fabric dyed to an approved physical sample |
| MOQ | 300 pcs standard; 500 pcs when the size or design is customized; 1,000 pcs with your logo, Pantone spot color or new moulding |
| Production time | 18-25 days for regular orders; 10-15 days for small runs; 25-30 days for specialty fabric or special shapes |
| Service | OEM / ODM |
How to choose
- Match the lining to the metal. Polished finishes need flocked or velvet contact surfaces; satin is the better choice for pearls and beads.
- Match the paper to the pouch. A kraft or fancy card against a velvet pouch reads as deliberate; a coated white card against the same pouch can look like an insert that was added later.
- Keep one logo method across the set. Compression embossing works on every fabric we list, so it is the simplest way to keep a consistent mark when the set mixes velvet and cotton.
- Budget for the tray, not the pouch. In most sets the rigid, lined tray is the largest single cost element.
FAQ
Can we start with the pouch and add the card and envelope later?
Yes, and it is usually the sensible order. Start with the pouch, then add the printed pieces once the size and the tray layout are fixed, so the card is cut to the final dimensions.
Should all the set pieces be visible on opening?
Not necessarily. Hiding the accessories and paperwork at the bottom of the tray and presenting the pouch alone is often the stronger layout, because the pouch carries the brand mark on its face.
What is the minimum order quantity?
300 pcs for the standard version, 500 pcs when the size or design is customized, and 1,000 pcs when a logo, Pantone spot color or new moulding is required.
