Today, paper bags are re-emerging now due to environmental initiatives and legislative restrictions on the use of plastic. They have become a symbol of sustainable consumption and a fashionable accessory, continuing their history as a convenient and eco-friendly packaging option. History In the 19th century, many inventors worked on creating convenient and accessible packaging. In 1852, Francis Wolle patented the «machine for making paper bags» in the United States. These bags were envelope-shaped and could not stand upright, which limited their use. In 1853, J. Baldwin from Great Britain introduced
