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Gift Basket Shrink Bags ยท Shrink Bags

80 and 100 gauge Shrink Basket Bags. Our super clear gift basket bags are manufactured from the finest crystal clear P.V.C. Easy open, odorless, food-grade, super strong seals, made from tubular film, no side seams. Try our shrink basket bags one time and you will never have to search for this item again, guaranteed! Choose Dome bags for smooth shrinking around rounded objects like basket handles, or standard square bottom bags for rigid corner items like boxes.

  • Gift Basket Shrink Bags

    Dome Shrink Bags from Cello Bags.com are a time-saving, yet elegant way to wrap a basket. Easy to open, odorless, food-grade, super strong seals, made from tubular film, no side seams. Crystal Clear PVC.
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  • Rectangle Shrink Bags

    We offer the best selection of rectangle shrink bags, square shrink bags at the lowest case packs & prices. Our shrink wrap bags are perfect for gift baskets,fruit baskets and more.
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Shrink Wrap Bag Questions, Answered

What are gift basket shrink bags made of?

CelloBags.com shrink bags are made from crystal clear, food-grade PVC shrink film in 80 gauge (0.8 mil) and 100 gauge (1.0 mil). They are produced from tubular film, so there are no side seams to split when the bag shrinks, and the film is odorless once shrunk.

What is the difference between dome shrink bags and square bottom shrink bags?

Dome shrink bags have a rounded top that shrinks smoothly over curved shapes such as basket handles, bows, and tall arrangements. Square bottom (rectangle) shrink bags are shaped for rigid, straight-sided items like gift boxes, wine crates, and stacked product, where the corners need to stay square.

What size shrink bag do I need for my gift basket?

Measure the widest point of the finished basket and the total height including the handle and any items sticking up, then choose a bag larger than both measurements so the film has room to gather before it shrinks. A bag that is slightly oversized shrinks down cleanly; a bag that is too tight will not close over the top. See our shrink bag measuring guide for step by step sizing.

How do you shrink a gift basket bag at home?

Gather the bag closed at the top with a twist tie or ribbon, then apply heat with a handheld heat gun or a hair dryer on its hottest setting. Keep the heat source six to ten inches away and keep it moving over the surface so the film tightens evenly instead of scorching in one spot. No commercial shrink tunnel is required for basket work.

Are shrink bags food safe?

Yes. Our shrink bags are made from food-grade PVC film, so they are suitable for wrapping baskets that contain food. Most gift basket food items are already individually packaged, and we recommend keeping loose or unwrapped food in its own cello bag or wrapper inside the basket for freshness and handling.

What is the difference between a shrink bag and a cello bag?

A shrink bag needs heat to conform tightly to whatever is inside it, which is why it is the standard choice for gift baskets and odd shaped arrangements. A cello bag is ready to use as is and is closed with a twist tie, ribbon, or tape, which makes it better for cookies, candy, popcorn, and other flat or boxy items. Many CelloBags.com customers stock both: cello bags for the individual treats and shrink bags for the finished basket.

Who uses gift basket shrink wrap bags?

Gift basket designers, bakeries, florists, gourmet and specialty food shops, corporate gifting programs, fundraisers, and Etsy and farmers market sellers all use shrink bags to finish a basket so it travels well and looks professional. Our low case packs let small shops buy a practical quantity without committing to pallet volume.