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How to Make your own Invisible Magnets

12/6/2015

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How To Make Your Own Invisible Magnets - a mini-tutorial

I recently tested the newBlue Calla Freesia Foldover purse, and realized I needed some "invisible magnets." They're not really invisible of course, but they're sewn into the interfacing and not seen from the right side of the bag. I could have used traditional magnetic snaps, but decided to try and make my own invisible magnets.

It ended up being really easy, and significantly cheaper than buying them. So, I figured I'd share with you how to make them.

I bought a pack of ceramic magnets from Michael's and used a coupon to get the pack of 4 pairs for about $2. Then I pulled out my vacuum sealer and a small piece of vacuum bag material.
How To Make Your Own Invisible Magnets - a mini-tutorial
Start by making a small bag about 2 1/2" wide.
How To Make Your Own Invisible Magnets - a mini-tutorial
Insert a magnet and seal it up as close to the magnet as possible.
How To Make Your Own Invisible Magnets - a mini-tutorial
Repeat for second magnet.
How To Make Your Own Invisible Magnets - a mini-tutorial
I recommend marking the matching sides so you know which way to sew them into the bag
How To Make Your Own Invisible Magnets - a mini-tutorial
I don't recommend trimming too much off the edges, so you have some plastic to sew into.

There you have it. I told you it was simple! Plus, for only a fraction of the pricey store bought ones. From here on, it depends on the pattern how the magnets are sewn in.
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2 Comments
Stephanie Woodson link
12/13/2015 06:24:17 pm

Clever! It would work to sew them into a vinyl pocket too. I would've never thought to mark the sides, glad for that tip :)

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Shirley Schenmeyer
1/2/2016 05:25:49 pm

appreciate the vinyl pocket idea as I do not have the vacuum..
Love the bag. Cathy B

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