Textiles & Garments

Jute Bag (Printed and decorated)

This project involves the manufacturing of printed and decorated jute shopping bags. The process utilizes woven jute fabric which is printed, cut, and stitched to create durable, eco-friendly shopping bags suitable for both domestic and international markets.

Project cost & finance

Cost of Project

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Building & Civil Work4
Plant & Machinery1.2
Furniture & Fixtures0.3
Working Capital3.59
Total9.09

Means of Finance

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Own Contribution0.91
Term Loan4.95
Working Capital Loan3.23
Total9.09

Raw materials & machinery

Machinery & equipment4

Raw materials7

Manufacturing process

  1. Procure woven jute fabric from the market.
  2. Spread and fix fabric onto the printing table.
  3. Print designs on the fabric using screens, colours, and dye paste.
  4. Wash and dry the printed fabric.
  5. Cut the fabric into required bag designs and sizes.
  6. Stitch the cut pieces using lock stitch machines.
  7. Attach PVC buckles or bamboo sticks manually.
  8. Pack the finished bags for distribution.

Market

Jute bags serve as an eco-friendly alternative to plastic carrier bags. There is consistent demand in both domestic and international markets, particularly for decorated shopping and travel bags.

From the project report