Max out your storage space with these folding techniques.
When was the last time you thought about how you fold your clothes?
Totidy up your closetand maximize your storage space, try these space-saving clothes-folding techniques from a pro organizer.
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What Clothes Should Be Folded?
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Not everything needs to be hung up depending on your daily uniform and space restrictions.
T-shirts, jeans, everyday pants, bras, underwear, and sweaters should also be folded.
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Anything that could get wrinkled in a drawer should be hung up.
“Don’t make the mistake of thinking these little things don’t make a difference!
It’s all about creating ease in your day-to-day life and streamlining your time,” says Gill.
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“Not having to look for what you want to wear saves time and maximizes your day.
Being really intentional withhow you organize your closetin general reduces stress and overwhelm on a daily basis.”
Use this straightforward method to fold your t-shirts.
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The techniquemaximizes drawer spacewhile allowing the viewer to see all of their shirt options.
Here’s the best way to fold your jeans to maximize closet space.
“You’re better offfolding them.”
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Plus, sweaters are a breeze to fold.
You don’t even need a flat surface to fold them!
But, unfortunately, this method damages the integrity of the sock.
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they’re dingy and/or have no match), take this as a sign to do some decluttering.
Folding Bras
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Most people push one cup into the other cup.
It’s a no-no and shortens the lifespan of your bra.
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This method saves space and helps your bra last longer.
Here’s the best way.
Instead, she buys nude and black underwear and just keeps them in neat piles in her drawer.
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