Vanuatu Jill

I use the magnetic closures I get at Joann's and also make a loop with fabric and a lovely button, sometimes I will use both. Anything BUT a zipper! The loops are easy-start with a piece of matching fabric cut about 6-7" x 1 1/2" and fold like double fold binding. Stitch along long folded side. Sew both raw ends side by side on the back side of the outside bag (before sewing lining in and stitching the top) in the center, raw ends of purse top and raw ends of loop together, extending loop ends about 1/4" beyond edge of purse top. Be sure your loop is handing down on the outside of the bag back. Now, just tack in place and it will be sewn into the top seam when you sew your lining in. After, bring loop around the front and match up where your button goes. Hope this is clear.