Custom Header Cards

Updated 2026-10-06

Custom header cards are folded, printed cards stapled or sealed across the top of a clear bag, used by accessory, craft, hardware, candy and toy brands to sell products on pegboard hooks. Options include folded or single-panel cards, hang holes, card stocks, coatings and matching poly bags. Send your bag size, quantity and artwork, and a specialist replies with pricing.

Ready for pegboard hooks
Shows product through the bag
Folded for two printed faces
Matching bags available

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Turning a clear bag into retail packaging

A header card is a simple way to make a product ready for retail without a box. The card is folded over the top of a clear poly bag and stapled or heat sealed, so the product stays visible below while the card carries the brand, product name and hang hole. Custom header cards and bags are common for jewelry, hair accessories, candy, small hardware, crafts and toys sold on pegboard hooks.

Coated card stock gives bright print and a stiff edge that holds the bag straight on the hook. Kraft card suits handmade and natural products. Folded header cards print on both faces, so the back can carry instructions, a barcode and contact details. Round or sombrero-style hang holes work with standard retail hooks, and a gloss or matte coating protects the card from handling.

Size the card to the bag width, and keep the hang hole centered so the product hangs straight. The front should show the brand and product name clearly at shelf distance, with key features in a short list. Custom bag toppers header cards can also seal treat bags for bakeries and events. For candy and food, check labeling requirements, since the card may need to carry ingredients.

Popular uses

Jewelry and hair accessories
Candy and treat bags
Small hardware and parts
Craft supplies and beads
Socks and small apparel
Toys and novelty items

Specifications

Size	Any custom size or shape
Stocks	Paper, kraft, cardstock, vinyl and specialty papers
Printing	Full colour CMYK and Pantone (PMS) spot colours
Finishes	Matte or gloss, foil, spot UV, die-cut shapes
Proof	Digital proof before production

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Options for custom header cards

Card formats

Folded header cards that wrap the bag top and print on both faces, or single-panel cards for lighter products and simple bag toppers.

Hang holes

Round holes or sombrero-style slots centered on the card so products hang straight on standard pegboard hooks and retail displays.

Card stocks

Coated card for bright color and a stiff edge, kraft card for handmade goods, and heavier stock for products with more weight.

Printing

Full-color printing front and back, with logo, product name, features, barcode and instructions laid out to fit the card size.

Matching bags

Clear poly bags sized to the header card and product, so the card, bag and contents fit together without extra trimming.

Finishes

Gloss or matte coatings to protect against handling, plus foil or spot UV on the logo when you want shelf presence.

How it works

Ordering custom header cards

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Request a quote
Tell us the box style, size, quantity and where it ships.
Get pricing and a proof
A specialist confirms options and sends a digital proof of your design.
Approve and print
Nothing goes to press until you approve the proof.
Delivered to your door
Boxes ship to your address in the USA or Canada.

FAQ

Custom Header Cards: questions answered

Still unsure? Ask a packaging specialist.

What is a header card?

A header card is a printed card folded over the top of a clear bag and stapled or sealed in place. It carries the brand and product information and usually includes a hang hole, so the bagged product can hang on a pegboard hook.

Can I order custom header cards and bags together?

Yes. Ordering both lets us size the bag and card to each other and to your product, which avoids gaps and loose fits. Tell us the product dimensions and we suggest the bag size and card width.

What size should my header card be?

The card width usually matches the bag width, and the folded depth should leave room for the hang hole and printed text. Send your product and bag measurements, and we lay out a card that hangs straight and reads clearly.

Can header cards be used as bag toppers for treats?

Yes. Bakeries, candy shops and event planners use folded toppers to close treat bags and show a logo or message. For food products, check the labeling requirements that apply to your items, since the topper may need to carry ingredients.

How do I get pricing for custom header cards?

Send the card size, fold style, stock, hang hole type, quantity and artwork, and say whether you need bags too. A specialist replies with pricing and a digital proof showing the fold line and hang hole.

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