Custom Bubble Mailers

Custom Printed Bubble Mailers with Logo, Padded and Self-Sealing

What custom bubble mailers are used for

A bubble mailer is a shipping envelope with a layer of air bubbles inside. The bubbles cushion the item, and a self-seal strip closes the flap. Brands use custom bubble mailers for skincare, makeup, candles, small jars, jewelry, books, phone accessories, and any item that is too fragile for a plain bag but does not need a box. A bubble mailer weighs little, packs flat, and costs less to ship than a box. A printed mailer also puts your brand on the package when it reaches the customer, before anyone opens it.

Sizes and how to measure

Mailer size is written as width x height, and the flap adds more length. To choose a size, pack your item the way you plan to ship it, measure its width and height, and add room so it slides in without force. Leave space for the bubble layer, because padding takes up room inside. A mailer of about 6 in x 10 in suits small jars and jewelry, and about 8.5 in x 12 in suits a small box or a book. A mailer of about 10 in x 14 in suits a folded garment with a product, and about 12 in x 17 in suits larger kits. Tell us your item and we suggest the right size.

Example sizes (approximate and for reference only; we confirm the exact size before you order):

• Small: about 6 in x 10 in
• Medium: about 8.5 in x 12 in
• Large: about 10 in x 14 in
• Extra large: about 12 in x 17 in

Outer material, padding, and options

The outside of a bubble mailer can be plastic film or kraft paper. Plastic film is water resistant and comes in white, black, silver, and many colors. Kraft paper has a natural look and suits brands that want a plain, earthy style. The bubble layer comes in a lighter or a thicker build, and a thicker layer gives more cushion for fragile items. Bubble mailers custom made for your product can also have a tear strip for easy opening, a second adhesive strip for returns, and a matte or gloss surface. Bubble mailers are not a guarantee against damage, so tell us what you ship and we suggest the right padding.

Printing and finishing

Custom printed bubble mailers can carry your logo and design in one or more colors. Because a mailer is large, the print can be a small logo, a repeat pattern, or a design across the whole front. Custom bubble mailers with logo look best with bold colors and simple shapes. White ink stands out on black and colored film, and a dark ink stands out on white film or kraft paper. Customized bubble mailers can carry a thank-you message, a care note, or a social handle on the back. Keep the print away from the seal strip, and leave a small area for a shipping label.

Labeling and shipping notes

A mailer carries a shipping label, so plan a clear area for it. Plastic mailers can also need a warning about suffocation risk for children, so check what applies to your product and your sizes. If you add other text for the product inside, you are responsible for what the law requires. We do not write or check label text or claims.

Orders from 5,000 units

Orders start at 5,000 units, which suits a brand that ships orders every week. Custom bubble mailers wholesale orders cost less per mailer than small runs, and they can be planned in several sizes and repeated as order volume grows. A run of this size is a good time to plan your design carefully, so every package looks the same. Share your expected yearly volume during the free consultation and we plan around it. Mailers arrive flat and ready to pack.

Artwork and dieline

We send a free dieline that shows the print area, the seal strip, and the tear strip of your mailer, so you can see where your artwork goes and where it should stay clear. Supply artwork as a vector AI or PDF file with fonts outlined and images at 300 DPI in CMYK. If you have no artwork yet, free design support and a free consultation are included, and our team can help lay out the logo and the text from your brand colors. You review and approve the artwork before production starts.

How to order custom bubble mailers

1. Choose your mailer size, outer material, and padding.
2. Order a $59 sample kit if you want to feel the mailer and seal first. The $59 is credited toward your order total.
3. Send your quantity, starting at 5,000 units.
4. Receive your free dieline and add your artwork, or ask for help.
5. Review and approve the artwork.
6. Production takes 6 to 8 business days after artwork approval, and your order ships free to one U.S. address.

The final price depends on mailer size, outer material, bubble thickness, color, printing, finishing, and quantity.

What comes with every order

• Free shipping to one U.S. address
• Free thank-you cards equal to the units ordered
• Free design support, free dieline, and free consultation
• Orders start at 5,000 units
• Eco-friendly materials sourced from certified suppliers