Paper Raffia For Packaging
Paper raffia is a versatile, eco-friendly ribbon made from twisted kraft paper, designed to mimic the look and texture of natural raffia. It’s lightweight, strong, and biodegradable, making it a popular choice for gift wrapping, floral arrangements, DIY crafts, and product packaging. Available in a wide range of colors, paper raffia ribbon adds a rustic yet stylish touch to decorations while being cost-effective and sustainable.
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Eco-Friendly Material – Made from 100% recyclable kraft paper, biodegradable and sustainable.
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Natural Raffia Look – Mimics the rustic, textured appearance of natural raffia while being smoother and easier to handle.
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Strong Yet Lightweight – Durable enough for tying, wrapping, and crafting without tearing easily.
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Flexible & Easy to Use – Soft texture makes it simple to twist, knot, or shape for various projects.
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Wide Color Selection – Available in vibrant colors for creative gift wrapping and decorative applications.
🎀 Paper Raffia – Eco-Friendly, Stylish, and Versatile Decorative Ribbon
1. Product Overview
Our paper raffia (also called raffia paper ribbon or paper raffia ribbon) is an eco-friendly decorative material made from high-quality twisted kraft paper. Designed to resemble the rustic charm of natural raffia, it is lightweight, strong, and biodegradable, making it a perfect choice for gift wrapping, floral arrangements, crafts, and sustainable packaging.
Unlike synthetic ribbons or plastic fillers, paper raffia ribbon offers a natural look, soft texture, and wide range of colors, making it both environmentally friendly and visually appealing. It is widely used in retail packaging, DIY decoration, party décor, and eco-conscious branding.
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2. Core Selling Points
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Eco-Friendly & Sustainable – Made from 100% recyclable kraft paper, biodegradable and safe for the environment.
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Natural Raffia Aesthetic – Mimics the rustic, hand-crafted look of natural raffia with smoother texture and consistent quality.
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Durable Yet Lightweight – Strong enough for tying, weaving, and wrapping, but soft to handle and easy to shape.
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Vibrant Colors – Available in a wide variety of shades to suit seasonal packaging, branding, or decorative themes.
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Flexible for Crafting – Perfect for bows, knots, weaving, or braiding into creative designs.
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Cost-Effective Alternative – Affordable compared to natural raffia while delivering the same rustic charm.
3. Application Scenarios
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Gift Wrapping & Packaging
Add a rustic, eco-friendly touch to gift boxes, bags, or product packaging with raffia paper ribbon. -
Floral Arrangements
Perfect for tying bouquets, wrapping stems, or decorating flower baskets. -
DIY Crafts & Handmade Projects
Ideal for scrapbooking, weaving, macramé, and craft-making activities. -
Retail & Branding
Used by eco-conscious brands for packaging food products, cosmetics, and artisan goods. -
Events & Party Décor
Great for rustic weddings, holiday wrapping, and festive decoration themes.
4. Customization Options
We provide custom paper raffia ribbon solutions tailored to your business needs:
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Custom Colors – Pantone-matched colors available for brand-specific designs.
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Custom Widths & Lengths – From narrow ribbons (3–5mm) to wide strips (20–30mm).
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Packaging Styles – Rolls, hanks, or pre-cut strands depending on retail or bulk use.
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Custom Printing – Logos or patterns can be printed on raffia paper ribbon for branded packaging.
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Special Finishes – Matte, glossy, or textured surfaces to match product presentation.
5. Technical Specifications
| Feature | Standard Options | Customizable |
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| Material | 100% kraft paper (biodegradable) | No |
| Width | 5mm, 10mm, 20mm | Yes |
| Length per Roll | 100m / 200m / 500m | Yes |
| Colors Available | Natural kraft, solid colors, multi-color | Yes |
| Packaging | Rolls, hanks, retail spools | Yes |
| Eco Certification | Recyclable, biodegradable | – |
| MOQ (Minimum Order) | 200 rolls (standard colors) | Yes |
| Lead Time | 7–15 business days (bulk orders) | Yes |
6. Comparison Chart – Paper Raffia vs Other Materials
| Feature | Paper Raffia Ribbon | Natural Raffia | Plastic Ribbon |
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| Eco-Friendliness | ✅ 100% Recyclable | ✅ Biodegradable | ❌ Non-recyclable |
| Cost | ✅ Affordable | ❌ Higher cost | ✅ Low cost |
| Consistency | ✅ Smooth, uniform | ❌ Irregular | ✅ Consistent |
| Color Variety | ✅ Wide range | ❌ Limited | ✅ Wide range |
| Strength & Durability | ✅ Strong, flexible | ✅ Strong | ⚠️ Moderate |
| Best Use Case | ✅ Wrapping & crafts | ✅ Premium crafts | ❌ Not eco-conscious |
8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Is paper raffia eco-friendly?
Yes. Paper raffia ribbon is made from 100% kraft paper, recyclable and biodegradable.
Q2: What’s the difference between paper raffia and natural raffia?
Paper raffia has a smoother texture, consistent thickness, and wider color variety, while natural raffia has a raw, fibrous appearance and is generally more expensive.
Q3: Can I get custom colors for my brand?
Absolutely. We provide Pantone-matched custom colors for raffia paper ribbon orders.
Q4: What are the common applications?
It’s widely used for gift wrapping, floral arrangements, DIY crafts, event décor, and sustainable retail packaging.
Q5: What’s the MOQ for custom orders?
Standard colors start at 200 rolls MOQ. Custom printing or special packaging may require higher quantities.
Q6: Do you provide retail-ready packaging?
Yes. We supply paper raffia ribbon in consumer-ready rolls with labels, as well as bulk packaging for businesses.
Q7: Is it strong enough to tie heavy items?
Yes. Paper raffia is strong enough for most packaging and craft applications, though not recommended for industrial heavy-duty use.
SBS C1S
glossy, smooth-coated surface on one side, ideal for high-quality printing.
SBS C2S
glossy, smooth-coated surface on both sides, ideal for high-quality printing.
Brown kraft paper
durable, eco-friendly material made from unbleached wood pulp. Known for its strength and natural, rustic appearance.
CCNB
One side coated and grey colour on another side, eco-friendly, fully recycled.
White kraft paper
strong, durable, and eco-friendly paper made from wood pulp, clean, bright white appearance.
Grey cardboard
Mostly used for custom rigid gift boxes. wrapped by printed SBS C2S or kraft paper liner paper on the surface.
Magnets
Magnets is needed for rigid boxes, such as magnetic closure box, booklet box ect.
Ribbon
Rigid boxes with ribbon makes the rigid boxes more luxury.
Get your artwork files ready for submission by following our Artwork Guidelines and the details provided below. Need assistance with your artwork? We’re here to help! Take advantage of our free design support and mockups to ensure your final product matches your vision perfectly. Just reach out to our packaging experts!
Cut Lines
Indicate the exact path where the packaging will be cut to its final size. These lines are usually solid and are used to trim the material.
Fold Lines (Crease Lines)
Mark where the material will be folded. These lines are often dashed or dotted, guiding where the cardboard or paper will be bent to form the box.
Perforation Lines
These are dotted lines that define where small holes are punched into the material. Perforation lines allow for easy tearing, which is often used for coupons, product access points, or removable parts.
Bleed Area
This is the area extending beyond the cut lines where the artwork or design elements are placed to ensure that there are no white edges when the packaging is cut. Artwork is extended into the bleed area to avoid unwanted gaps in the final product.
Safety Margin
A buffer zone inside the cut lines where no critical text or artwork should be placed. This ensures that important elements aren't cut off during the trimming process.
Registration Marks
Small marks outside the cut lines used to help align the printing plates and ensure colors are printed accurately and consistently.
Get Your Custom Packaging Box Style
Check out our selection of curated retail packaging boxes to find the perfect solution for your business. no matter you need folding carton, rigid box or corrugated box style,you can get all different custom packaging boxes style from Colorfulpack. If you have any questions while browsing our custom box options, our team is ready to assist you.
Get a Quote
Show us the packaging box style you like and tell us the specifications of the custom packaging box you need, such as dimensions, quantity, color printing, surface finishing ect. it would be great if we can have your artwork to check and quote.
Dieline and Artwork
When quotation accepted, we will send you diecut line to prepare your artwork for your custom packaging,make sure the artwork is correct before printing. you can check our artwork guideline before creating your artwork.
Sample Production
After we get your sample payment and artwork, we will start to make your custom packaging box, normally it will take around 7business days to finish it, and we will send it you by express such as Fedex, UPS, DHL ect.
Bulk Order Production
When you get your custom packaging sample, you check the sample by yourself. we will proceed with bulk production when we have your confirmation. any modifications can be made before bulk production, you can tell us if any modifications at this stage.
Shipping
We will deliver your custom packaging boxes to the designated location, you can also ask your freight forwarder to pick up the goods from us.
🌿 Make your packaging stand out while caring for the planet.
👉 Order our paper raffia today and enjoy the perfect balance of eco-friendliness, affordability, and style.
✅ Bulk and wholesale options available
✅ Custom colors and printing on request
✅ Fast worldwide shipping
📩 Contact us now for samples and a free quote!
