How to Fix Magnetic Purse Closures
Magnetic purse closures are common on many purses and are used by manufacturers at all price points. Unfortunately, sometimes magnetic closures become damaged, shift and do not line up properly or need repair or replacement. With care, you can fix the magnetic snaps on your favorite purse easily and inexpensively. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Ruler
- Replacement magnetic snap
- Small pliers
- Flat-head screwdriver
- Needle
- Thread to match your bag lining
- Sharp scissors
Instructions
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Measure the broken or damaged magnetic snaps on your purse. Choose replacement magnetic purse closures in the same size and shape. Visit local fabric stores for magnetic closures or order from an online sewing notions supplier.
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Remove the damaged purse closure. Slide a flat-head screwdriver under the magnetic snap. Pry the snap upward slightly. Look closely and you will see two prongs folded through openings in the magnetic snap backing. Use pliers to loosen these prongs and detach the snap. Repeat for the opposite half of the magnetic purse closure.
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Make a small slit in the fabric. Choose a spot near the purse snap, but easily hidden to make this slit. Cut into the fabric and remove the snap backing for both the male and female halves of the snap.
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Slide the new magnetic snap backing through the slit in the fabric and into the original snap position. Line up the openings in the magnetic snap backing with the correct purse closure position. Place the top half of the snap on top, threading the two metal tabs through the openings in the backing. Fold the two tabs securely into place. Repeat for the opposite half of the snap.
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Hand-sew the slit in the fabric using small, neat stitches.
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Tips & Warnings
Replace both halves of the snap for the best results when you fix magnetic purse closures.
Take valuable, vintage or irreplaceable purses to a good tailor or dry cleaner for repair.
