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Envelopes & Bags

Here's our collection of Lil envelopes, corrugated flatpack envelopes and our new eco-friendly Lil bag. All items in this range are made from either sustainably sourced kraft corrugated, kraft paper or recycled post-consumer fibre board. All items in this range are printed with eco-friendly plant-based inks.
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Envelopes & Bags FAQs

    • Do you provide different Envelopes & Bags size and shape options?

      Our cardboard envelopes come in different sizes that are suitable for sending as large letters. Here are the dimensions:

      Lil "A" Envelopes:

      A-CD: 164mm x 180mm
      A1: 235mm x 176mm
      A194: 292mm x 194mm
      A194+: 334mm x 234mm
      A2: 334mm x 234mm
      A3: 352mm x 249mm
      A4: 400mm x 278mm
      A5: 448mm x 328mm

      Lil "M-Spec" Mailers:

      M-C0/3: 150mm x 215mm
      M-CD: 165mm x 180mm
      M-D1/4: 180mm x 265mm
      M-E2/5: 220mm x 265mm
      M-F3/6: 220mm x 340mm
      M2: 237mm x 322mm
      M3: 249mm x 352mm
      M-H5/8: 270mm x 360mm
      M-J6/9: 300mm x 445mm
      M4: 322mm x 384mm
      M-K7/10: 350mm x 470mm

      Kraft Paper Mailing Bags:

      LB2 (245mm x 320mm)
      LB3-GST (250mm x 345mm)
      LB5 with return seal (335mm x 485mm)
      LB5-GST (340mm x 505mm)
      LB7-GST (440mm x 665mm)


    • What are your Envelopes & Bags made from?

      Our products are made from corrugated kraft cardboard, which is FSC certified for sustainability.

  • Envelopes & Bags Packaging Tutorial

    Our Lil Packaging YouTube channel is a hub of valuable information and inspiration for individuals and businesses looking to adopt sustainable packaging practices.

    What you can learn:

    • Step-by-step packaging gudies,
    • Educational Packaging videos
    • Product highlights
    • Expert insights from the business owner Fred Lil
    • Behind the scenes of our eco-friendly manufacturing centre
    • Customer Success Stories

    Viewers can discover the optimal packaging solutions for their business, enabling them to save on costs and time while ensuring minimal environmental impact and reducing their carbon footprint.

    • What are the other features and benefits?

    Enhanced corner stiffness minimizes damage during shipping, leading to fewer returns and quicker packing.

    Features a convenient peel'n'seal / tear-strip system for effortless sealing and opening.

    Offers a sustainable choice as a plastic-free option compared to padded envelopes, aiding in the reduction of single-use plastics.

    • How durable are your Envelopes & Bags compared to traditional postal options?

    Our cardboard envelopes are highly durable compared to traditional postal options. Our A Range is crafted from rigid solid board cardboard, ensuring stiff and robust protection. Meanwhile, our "M" range utilizes corrugated cardboard for added strength. Compared to poly mailers and jiffy bags, our envelopes offer superior protection for your items during shipping.

    • Does your e-commerce packaging meet any eco-certifications?

      All our ecommerce packaging if FSC and plastic free certified. We became the world's first (and still only) Zero Carbon packaging operation in February 2022. For every order we make a donation for a tree to be planted on your behalf.

    • How can I seal the Envelopes & Bags?

    To seal our Envelopes & Bags, we offer a convenient peel and seal / tear-strip system. This feature ensures easy sealing and opening, allowing you to save time and money by packing faster without the need for tape.

  • Branded Cardboard Envelopes

    Trusted by Global Retailers!

    we're proud to partner with the biggest internet retailers worldwide, offering them custom printed packaging solutions that reflect their brand values and eco-conscious commitments.

    2024 Custom Packaging Trends

    1. Make opening your product exciting, boosting customer loyalty.

    2. Shows what your brand stands for and connect with customers.

    3. Encourage customers to post about their unboxing experience on social media.

    4. Clever packaging can cross-sell other products or extras.

    5. QR codes on custom packaging can gather customer feedback.

    • What postage tariff does this product fit?

      Our Cardboard envelopes packaging was designed to perfectly fit within the maximum large letter postal tariff dimensions, guaranteeing cost-effective shipping for your products.

    • What Items would you recommend to ship in your Envelopes & Bags?

    Our envelopes are suitable for CDs, DVDs, books, magazines, maps, computer games, small electronics, corporate reports, brochures, documents, photos, calendars, posters, and art prints. This list isn't exhaustive, but it gives you a good idea of what our envelopes can accommodate. If you have other items you're unsure about, feel free to reach out for guidance.

    • Does your e-commerce packaging help in reducing shipping costs?

    Our smart packaging designs lower returns rates and product breakages. They help increase packing efficiency with self-sealing features, plus our packaging is tailored to postal tariffs' size and weight dimensions, saving you money on postage costs.

    • Do you offer samples?

    Samples can be purchased online. We also provide ecommerce packaging in various pack and pallet sizes to cater to the requirements of businesses of all sizes, from small-scale online sellers to large global internet retailers.

    • Do you offer customised Envelopes & Bags?

    Yes, we offer customised printed packaging with a minimum order quantity (MOQ) of 5000. Our dedicated packaging experts are available to assist you and your brand.

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