14 simple tricks to save space in a small apartment


How not to store bedding

You should not place the cabinet in places with high levels of humidity, for example, next to the bathroom, as this will cause things to suffocate. The best place for this is the bedroom. There are also other prohibitions:

  • Linen should not be stored dirty or damp.
  • High and low temperatures have a bad effect - places at the base of the cabinet (at least 20 cm from the floor), near balconies and windows, near heating appliances are contraindicated.
  • Storage in plastic bags and plastic boxes is contraindicated - this will lead to a musty smell. An exception is vacuum bags - the absence of oxygen will help maintain freshness for a long time.

How to fold socks and tights

When you put on socks with holes or tights with drawstrings when getting ready for work, you seem to be declaring that today doesn’t really matter. House socks are no less important, because they provide you with contact with home. That's why order in your drawer with socks and tights is no less important than beautifully hung blouses.

Collect not only the socks and tights you currently use, but also all supplies that are still stored in factory packaging. If you have a lot of them, sort them into categories: socks, thin tights, thick tights and leggings.

Rolling socks and tights into a ball or tying them in knots is cruel. Please stop this practice today!

How to fold socks. Place your socks next to each other and fold them as many times as necessary, depending on the length of the sock. If you want to teach kids how to fold things, this simple item is a great place to start.

How to fold tights. First, fold the “legs” of the tights one on top of the other, then grab the toes and fold the tights in thirds. Finally, roll them up like a sushi roll and stand them up. Since tights unfold easily, it is best to place them in a box with dividers and then put it away in a drawer.

How to fold thick tights. Although thick tights have the same shape as thin tights, if they are very thick, fold them like pants instead of rolling them up like stockings. Thin tights are only rolled up because they won't fold properly. If you roll up thick tights and find that the roll is thick or stiff, this is a sign that they would prefer to be folded.

How to neatly fold women's panties

There are 6 main ways to fold women's panties. You will need manual dexterity and a flat surface.

How to roll panties into a tube

This is the easiest folding method. The downside of this method is that they get very wrinkled.

Instructions:

  1. Level the product on a horizontal, flat plane with the front side facing you.
  2. Fold the gusset in half so that the center of the crotch aligns with the edge.
  3. Roll women's panties into a tight tube horizontally.

How to fold your panties into a square

To quickly fold panties on a closet shelf or in a special box, use the square folding method. The process of how to fold into a square:

  1. Place face up on a flat surface. Flatten. Unfold the elastic band away from you.
  2. Fold in half, with the gusset facing the elastic. Smooth out again.
  3. Fold the side parts inward. First the left edge, then the right. The bottom edges will meet in the center.
  4. Turn over.


Can also be stored vertically

How to compactly roll up panties

The roll folding method is suitable for travelers who want to save space in their luggage with compactly folded items.

The bottom line is this:

Flatten the item. Place face up. Take the rubber band with your fingers and make a few turns. Turn the back side towards you. Fold the left edge into the center, then the right

Place one side on top of the other. Fold so that the gusset is even with the elastic.

Attention! If the landing is high, the last step will need to be performed twice

A pocket has formed inside the roll. It is clearly distinguishable

Next, insert your thumbs into the pocket on the sides, turn it inside out, tucking the fabric inside with your middle fingers. Straighten the outer edges and repeat 2 more times.

The result is that the underwear is folded compactly and will not unfold.


Roll folding is a complex process, but its compactness is no different from simpler ones.

How to fold panties with an inner pocket correctly

It's difficult to fold this way. It will take a lot of testing to get it right.

Sequence of actions:

  1. Place the product face up.
  2. Fold the side zones into the center, one on top of the other.
  3. Fold the gusset to the middle.
  4. Place your thumbs on the sides inside the elastic band. Turn inside out.

You will get neatly folded panties in the shape of a square with an inner pocket. Folding this way is convenient if the laundry is stored in an upright position.

Attention! Women's panties folded in this way become very wrinkled.

You can use the inner pocket to fold boxers or shorts.

Thongs are also convenient to put in a pocket. Place face down, folding in half. Fold the side part twice. Fold to the gusset, which is hidden in the resulting pocket.

How to beautifully fold your panties like an egg

The result loosely resembles the shape of an egg, but looks denser than a regular roll. The method is used to fold slips and shorts. It is folded according to the principle of a roll, but at the beginning the process is slightly different.

Step by step guide:

  1. Smooth out, placing right side up.
  2. Take the elastic band and twist it 3 times (roll it, don’t fold it neatly). Leave a small gusset area.
  3. Turn women's panties with the back side, crotch towards you.
  4. Fold the side parts into the center.
  5. Cover with gusset.
  6. A pocket has formed, turn it inside out 3 times.


Egg fold option for compact storage

How to file panties

This method is ideal for compact storage of thongs. Place face up, gusset facing you. Divide into 3 parts. Visual fold lines are formed where the fabric folds.

First fold the left edge of the product, then the right. Overlap. Place the gusset on the sides and tuck it into the resulting pocket. Turn the laundry over and place it in the closet.


The file folding method is similar to an envelope

How to fold your panties into a flower

This is a great idea for a bouquet. An original gift for a woman for any occasion. It is better to use lace underwear of the same tone or different shades.

Advice! The more models, the larger the bouquet.

Life hack - how to fold panties in the shape of a flower:

  1. Place on a flat surface.
  2. Fold only the side parts in half, leaving the edge of the gusset free.
  3. Then fold the protruding corner formed when folding in half towards the middle.
  4. Start rolling the elastic into a tube.
  5. Attach the finished bud to a stick and assemble a bouquet.


Flowers can be decorated with homemade green paper stems, artificial buds added and secured with decorative paper or ribbon

Square

This method is the most compact and is perfect if you prefer to store laundry on closet shelves in special boxes. The process looks like this:

1. Place the laundry on a table or other horizontal surface, face up, so that the bottom edge does not reach the top edge.

2. Fold the edges of the product: first the left, then the right.

3. Turn the panties over.

4. Make sure that the edges of the product meet in the middle. Then you will get a beautifully folded square.

How to fold bras

Bras are at the top of the list of items my clients replace as soon as they're done decluttering. Of all the messages I receive after my classes, the most unusual are what I call "bra declarations": "Worn out bras have finally left my home," "My long-expired bras have gone traveling," "The oldest members my sconce congregation retired.”

I doubt that there is another profession in the world that allows you to become so closely acquainted with the underwear of strangers. My professional experience allows me to say: you can tell a lot about a person by how he treats his underwear.

First of all, panties and bras should be stored separately. Sometimes I come across women who put their panties into their bra cups to create a set. While there's nothing particularly seditious about this, I still encourage you to try treating your bras like royalty at least once.

Compared to other clothes, they have an outstanding pride and emit a unique aura. The bras worn by their owners are not visible to any stranger, despite their unusual shape and varied design with decorative lace and ruffles. They are more like an invisible accessory than a garment and should therefore be stored without disturbing their shape and respected for their beauty.

A common and unfortunate mistake is to flatten cups and stack bras on top of each other. This is blatant negligence. Instead, place the bras one after another, but not too tightly. By nesting the shoulder straps and side pieces inside the cups, you can support the cups and easily remove the bra you want without disturbing the rest of the row.

Arranging by color gradation will enhance the feeling of joy when looking at them. When my clients try this method, their faces brighten. “Just like a store display!” - they exclaim. My clients report that once they start treating their bras with more respect, they begin to treat other things with more respect.

What is the ideal home for bras? I think it's worth setting aside an entire wooden or rattan box for them. Whatever you decide, please give your sconces an exclusive space of their own. This alone will fill your heart with joy.

How to store socks

Socks require no less attention than underwear. In order not to get confused and not to lose one of the pairs, you need to fold the sock to the sock, roll them into a tube and carefully fold the pairs side by side. You should not stretch the elastic by placing one sock next to the other, although many are accustomed to this method of storage.

For greater convenience, you should allocate a separate drawer for socks, or a box with separate cells for different colors, models and seasons. If this is not possible, the organizer can be hung on the closet door, where it will take up minimal space.

It should also be remembered that men's socks are slightly larger than women's, which means they need larger compartments. A similar rule applies to warm winter socks. To properly organize storage, you should use organizers of different sizes.

How to wash panties

Place only clean items in a drawer or cabinet! Before washing, be sure to read the item's label and follow the recommendations. Sort your laundry by color and fabric type. A suitable option would be six groups, including natural, delicate and synthetic materials, black, white and colored linen.

For underwear, choose liquid laundry gels rather than traditional powders. Cotton tolerates machine washing and hot water well, as it does not deform and does not fade. White cotton linen is washed at a temperature of 90 degrees, colored - at 40 degrees.

Be especially careful with silk and satin. It is recommended to wash such items in cool water, after soaking them for a few minutes. If necessary, silk and satin can be machine washed on a delicate cycle at temperatures up to 40 degrees. For synthetics, you can also use hand and machine wash at temperatures up to 40 degrees.

After washing, rinse your panties thoroughly. You can add conditioner when washing, which will soften the laundry. When washing by hand, add a little wine vinegar.

Silk and synthetic items are dried horizontally on a soft towel, cotton items are hung vertically. This will preserve the material and fibers of the fabric. For detailed tips on caring for underwear, follow the link.

How to store bras

The main and favorite item of clothing for women is the bra. Storing bras should be taken very seriously, because this item of clothing requires careful handling. To avoid deformation of the cups and stretching of the straps, you must take storage seriously.

If possible, you need to allocate a separate locker for bras. And they should be stored directly on special transparent hangers for underwear. Such storage is not only convenient, but also makes it possible to place different models side by side.

If this is not possible, then you can store bras in separate chest drawers or closet shelves. For convenience, you can put special drawers or organizers on the shelves. Folding the bras, cup to cup, one after another, ensures not only safety and practicality, but also beautiful storage.

If space is limited, perhaps stack the bras underwire, side by side, next to each other. Thus, divide them by color, season, frequency of wearing.

How to fold panties for a gift?

Women often give their men panties as a gift on February 23rd and beyond. Such a choice, of course, cannot be called romantic, but it is quite possible to be necessary and practical. How to fold such gifts? To slightly diversify the reaction of your loved one to the next portion of underwear, you can fold it beautifully, creating interesting shapes in the form of a bouquet, a tank, or decorate a beautiful gift box with underwear twisted into tight scrolls, homemade cards, bows, notes, etc.

When choosing a gift, you need to start from the character of the man. Easy-going guys will appreciate solutions with a touch of humor, but men with conservative views on life are better off with a classic packaging option.

For reference! To beautifully decorate a gift box with panties, try arranging them in colors that will smoothly flow from one to another. This trick will make the gift solemn, which will certainly evoke a feeling of joy!

Basic folding methods

Regardless of what sets are in the closet - children's, one-and-a-half-size or family, they include at least three items (duvet cover, pillowcase, sheet). If you put each of them separately, you get a lot of things that are not easy to sort through and quickly get what you need.

The most common ways to fold bed linen include:

  • classical;
  • storage in a pillowcase;
  • vertical.

Classical

This method is considered the most common. After washing and drying, the laundry is ironed. As a result, it not only acquires a more aesthetic appearance, but also takes up less space. Pillowcases are folded correctly (corner to corner) 3-4 times in half, sheets and duvet covers - up to 6 times. Sets are assembled from ironed items and placed in a neat stack in a closet.

Vertical

The method was borrowed from the Japanese. Bedding items are folded not into rectangles, but into voluminous rolls. By folding a duvet cover or sheet not 6 times, but several more, you get a bundle that is stored, placed on the narrow part, vertically. Finding and retrieving sets folded in this way is not difficult, but they require a special shelf or chest of drawers. This option for storing bed linen is not suitable for a standard closet.

Set in pillowcase

The pillowcase storage method is convenient to use. The items in the kits do not get confused, they are very compactly located on the shelf, and they are easy to get out. To put bed linen in a pillowcase, you need to:

  1. Iron it with an iron.
  2. Carefully fold the sheets and duvet covers to fit into the pillowcase.
  3. Place in one pile.
  4. Place the entire set in a pillowcase, fold the edges and place it on the shelf.

With elastic band

Recently, sheets with elastic have become widespread; they are convenient to use, but difficult to fold so that it looks neat. According to one of the methods, it is necessary:

  1. Take the sheet by the centers of the short side and shake it.
  2. Place it in the shape of a hammock on a flat surface.
  3. Fold the edges with the elastic into the middle.
  4. Fold towards the smooth side twice.
  5. Turn over and fold in half.
  6. Combine all corners (one to one).
  7. Align the edges and fold to the required size.

KonMari Method

The method was developed and bears the name of Marie Kondo, a resident of Japan. It provides for the rational distribution of space for linen in a modern apartment.

The remaining linen is sorted into three categories: sheets, pillowcases, duvet covers. They are stored in a closet in a vertical position, folded into separate piles that are accessible for viewing. The location allows you to take the necessary item without disturbing the general order.

Roll

This method is used to store sets of linen in deep drawers or shelves. The duvet cover is folded into a strip, and a sheet and pillowcase folded in the same way are placed on top. Everything is rolled up and placed in a second pillowcase. The vertical position allows you to remove rolls without destroying the structure, and place a new, clean set of linen in the free space.

Bookshelf

The method consists in placing bed linen on shelves not horizontally, but like books in a bookcase. Removing the required set is very convenient and does not affect the neighboring ones. The method is suitable for narrow cabinets with frequently spaced shelves.

Package

You can significantly save space in your closet using special vacuum bags. After the laundry has been washed, dried and turned inside out, it is carefully folded, placed in a bag and the air is pumped out of it. Ordinary plastic is not suitable for these purposes.

Dressing

A beautiful addition to folded laundry can be tying it with a ribbon, decorative rope, or ribbon. The assembled kit is easy to take out and pleasant to hold in your hands.

Baskets and containers

The inside of the closet looks very neat if each set of bed linen is folded compactly and placed in a separate box, basket or container. It’s convenient to take from the shelf; the order in the closet is not disturbed if you take out one of the boxes. This method is applicable when the size of the apartment and closet allows.

Roll

Washed items folded this way will stay fresh longer until you unwrap them. How to fold your panties this way:

1. Place the product on a flat surface with the front side up.

2. Twist the elastic three times inward, away from you, making thin layers.

3. Turn the panties over so that the back side is on top.

4. Fold both sides towards the center so that the halves intersect.

5. Fold the crotch section upward so that it forms a straight line with the upper element.

6. Turn the resulting roll inside out three times - you're done.

How to fold laundry compactly?

In any closet, it is very important to save space and organize space wisely. Organizing your closet makes it easier to navigate and find what you need.

If you do not use a reasonable system for storing underwear, there is a risk that it will gradually take up all the available space and lose its attractive appearance.

Panty storage options

Panties are an important element of a woman's wardrobe. They need to be stored so that they are all visible and neatly folded. The Japanese Konmari method, which involves folded storage, is suitable for this category of linen. After the panties are folded, they are placed vertically in a box or organizer with small compartments.

Bra storage options

Bras require careful handling. They are stored separately from other things, as well as separating them from each other. The bra cannot be folded in half, one cup into the other. This method of storage deforms the item and leaves dents.

Organizers with wide longitudinal cells are used to store busts. You can also use multi-level hangers connected vertically.

Storage options for tights and socks

It is convenient to store hosiery items rolled up. To prevent them from “walking” on the shelf, they are also stored in organizers with small cells.

Nylon tights require a delicate attitude. The slightest clue can ruin them irrevocably. Therefore, it is best to store them in individual transparent bags - with a zip fastener or directly in the ones they were sold in. These bags are placed vertically in any box or box.

Accessories for storing underwear

It is not only housewives who are concerned about organizing order. Manufacturers of household goods produce various accessories for storing women's underwear. They help to neatly and compactly fold any things.

Textile organizers for panties and bras

There are a huge number of types, shapes, sizes, with meshes, windows, lids. It is important to choose textile models for panties and other lingerie.

Advantages:

  • soft material does not spoil lace or delicate fabrics;
  • they fold up and take up little space when empty;
  • easy to care for.

Most organizers are simply erased. Some models just need to be wiped with a cloth. We recommend that you think before purchasing beautiful velvet trunks, boxes with decor, embroidery, and stickers. Often such models require careful handling. They do not tolerate frequent washing and require delicate care.

Drawer dividers

Plastic, wooden, cardboard partitions divide the drawers into cells. Convenient to use for women's panties. Easy to fold, quick to find, and keeps things organized.

Dividers can be purchased at the store. It's easy to do it yourself. Chipboard and thick cardboard are suitable. If necessary, it is easy to cover the surface with fabric and paint. It is important to consider size. The partitions should fit tightly and not fidget.

Instead of dividers, you can use small square or rectangular containers. Simply place them in a box and glue them together if necessary.

Why is this necessary?

Many citizens who have a large number of items in their wardrobe do not always understand why they need to bother putting things away in neat, sorted piles. Because of this, small wardrobe items fall off haphazardly, which is not good.

  1. The material from which the panties are made does not wrinkle, which increases safety and further shelf life. This is especially true for expensive items that are made from delicate, capricious fabric.
  2. You don't have to turn the entire drawer upside down to find those very panties that you really want to wear today.
  3. You'll be surprised at how much free space you'll have in your closet once your clothes are nicely folded and sorted into their proper places.

Note! Neatly folded underwear has a positive effect on human health. You won’t have to be nervous and angry looking for clothes that have gone missing somewhere if they are in their place

The nervous system will thank you very much.

On a hanger

It is immediately worth mentioning the advantages of this option:

  • bodice cups retain their shape and attractiveness for a long time;
  • the product remains presentable longer;
  • Products that are not hung close to each other do not wrinkle.

Bras are stored on hangers, and there are also several options for hanging products: on a bar according to the classic scheme or as in a store window in a vertical order.

Please note that when storing bras on hangers, you will need to allocate a separate niche for them, because underwear should not come into contact with other wardrobe items.

How to fold men's underpants correctly

Compact storage in the closet will free up space for other wardrobe items. In addition, men's briefs will always have a neat appearance. There will be no folds or creases, which will significantly extend the life of the linen.

Folding methods are selected in accordance with their model - boxers, family and slips.

How to fold men's boxers

It is easier to fold this model into a square and roll shape. The second method is convenient for storage in a closet or for compact transportation in luggage.

How to fold men's briefs compactly:

  1. Place on a flat surface.
  2. Visually divide 1 part into 3. Fold the left side over the right, making a bend along the part that is closer to the middle. Fold the right one so that the outer seam coincides with the edge of the first half.
  3. Bend the bottom and top 2-3 cm to each other. Place the bottom part under the elastic band. Straighten.


Boxers in the shape of a square are folded according to the principle of book sheets.
A tight package takes up less space than a square. Place on the work surface, with the elastic band facing away from you. Turn it out 5 cm around the entire circumference. Align the product, removing folds. Fold vertically into a rectangle shape, with the sides facing inward. Roll men's underpants with a roller, starting from the bottom. Having reached the elastic, pull the outer folded edge onto the package.

How to fold men's family briefs

Place men's underpants on the table face up, with the elastic band facing you. Place the left side on top of the right so that the side seams match.

Turn so that the waistband and hem switch places. Fold in half again so that the top edge matches the elastic. In half again. You will get an even rectangle.


Compact folding using the “package” technique

Men's underwear can be folded as follows:

  1. Lay out on the table, fold in half so that the side seams match.

    Advice! Lift the edge of the elastic band and the bottom of the side seam, shake slightly. This will smooth out the material better.

  2. Fold the wedge (an insert that has a double layer of fabric and is located in the genital area) to form a triangle. The product will become an even rectangular shape.
  3. Fold lengthwise.
  4. Turn the bottom edge towards you. Visually divide the rectangle into three parts. Fold the bottom one, then the top one. Then tuck the first one into the elastic band of men's underpants and straighten the material.

You will get an even square that will not unfold on its own if the laundry is tightly folded in the organizer and is difficult to pull out.

Attention! When folded this way, the elastic does not stretch. She remains in the same position.

How to fold men's briefs beautifully

This model is stored in the form of a tight roll. It has an elastic and durable elastic band.

Life hack - how to fold men's briefs:

  1. Lay out on an ironing board or table. Turn the front side towards you. Smooth out.
  2. Fold the groin part to the elastic band. The edge of the wedge should be flush with the elastic. Smooth it out with your palms again to make the panties flatter.
  3. Roll into a small parcel horizontally. Start on the comfortable side.

Roll-shaped underwear is inconvenient to store; it needs to be folded in one layer, otherwise it may unravel.

It is convenient to fold the slips into squares. This makes them less likely to unravel, but takes up more space in the closet.

How to fold:

  1. Place the wedge towards you. Smooth with palms.
  2. Place the wedge against the elastic band. Must be on the same level.
  3. Fold the side parts inward. Their edges will meet in the center of the laundry.
  4. Turn right side up. It turned out to be a small square.

This is the easiest and most convenient way. You can store them in a stack and overlapping each other. In the box, the slips, folded into squares, look like small folders.

Basic rules for storing things in a closet

In order to organize your closet, you need to not only place, but also fold your clothes correctly. In this way, you will put things in order and save space for new things. We bring to your attention several recommendations on how to do this.

When pulling clothes out of the closet, you need to sort them into the following types:

  • Summer season;
  • Winter season;
  • Demi-season;
  • Clothes for special occasions.

Take a close look at your wardrobe:

  • If you do not wear an item for more than 2 years, then you can safely throw it away, since it only takes up free space;
  • Things need to be folded according to the principle: the farther they are located, the longer it will take for the moment when they can be put on.

Important! Don't be afraid to throw away unnecessary clothes. You won’t wear it anyway, and it takes up more than 50% of the free space.

Sort your things. This way you can quickly find out where everything is. There are several options for placing clothes:

  • By color. This way, you won’t have to look for a blue sweater and a white blouse for a long time, and harmonious color transitions will only lift your mood.
  • Depending on the type of material. Agree that it is much more convenient when silk blouses are located separately from cotton or denim shirts.
  • Top bottom. Thanks to this sorting, you will distribute things to the “top” and “bottom” of the future outfit. It is best to place various T-shirts, sweaters and sweaters on the upper shelves, and trousers, shorts or skirts on the lower shelves.

Use additional organizers, baskets or drawers. Thanks to them, you will have free space, and your things will be reliably protected. In addition, such “helpers” also play a decorative role, as they fit perfectly and complement the overall atmosphere.

If you do not have the opportunity to hang your clothes on hangers, it is very important to fold them so that they do not wrinkle:

  • Skirts. It is best to fold them lengthwise on both sides and roll them into a tight roll.

Important! Thanks to this method, you can not only store things in the closet, but also pack them in a suitcase.

  • Sweaters, blouses and shirts. To do this, you need to fasten all the buttons and lay them face down. Tuck the edges of the shirt behind the collar. The sleeves need to be rolled up and turned out lengthwise. Visually divide into three parts and alternately tuck the lower part first, then the central one.
  • Jeans and trousers. They need to be folded in half so that the lower part is in contact with the belt. Fold in half again.

Important! To save space, jeans can be rolled up.

Features of storing men's underpants

If space allows, you can select a separate cabinet, chest of drawers or section in the closet. It is advisable to place them in such a way that it is convenient to get them out, and the visual order brings aesthetic pleasure.

You can organize the space in sections using organizers. There are several storage methods:

  1. In special organizers. They have a separate cell for each pair. There are departments for different shapes and sizes.

  2. Shoe boxes are a great storage option and very budget-friendly.
  3. Hangers. There are special hangers with clips on the sides. This storage method takes up more space in the closet, but is no less convenient than the others.

Organizing space helps not only to quickly find the men's underpants you need, but also to save space for new things. You can sort by color and depending on the type of material.

It must be carefully straightened before folding. Wrinkled laundry is harder to put on the shelf. It is recommended to organize men's underpants in the closet according to pattern. Place material of a certain style on each shelf.

Basic rules for storing things in a closet

In order to organize your closet, you need to not only place, but also fold your clothes correctly. In this way, you will put things in order and save space for new things. We bring to your attention several recommendations on how to do this.

When pulling clothes out of the closet, you need to sort them into the following types:

  • Summer season;
  • Winter season;
  • Demi-season;
  • Clothes for special occasions.

Take a close look at your wardrobe:

  • If you do not wear an item for more than 2 years, then you can safely throw it away, since it only takes up free space;
  • Things need to be folded according to the principle: the farther they are located, the longer it will take for the moment when they can be put on.

Important! Don't be afraid to throw away unnecessary clothes. You won’t wear it anyway, and it takes up more than 50% of the free space.

Sort your things. This way you can quickly find out where everything is. There are several options for placing clothes:

  • By color. This way, you won’t have to look for a blue sweater and a white blouse for a long time, and harmonious color transitions will only lift your mood.
  • Depending on the type of material. Agree that it is much more convenient when silk blouses are located separately from cotton or denim shirts.
  • Top bottom. Thanks to this sorting, you will distribute things to the “top” and “bottom” of the future outfit. It is best to place various T-shirts, sweaters and sweaters on the upper shelves, and trousers, shorts or skirts on the lower shelves.

Use additional organizers, baskets or drawers. Thanks to them, you will have free space, and your things will be reliably protected. In addition, such “helpers” also play a decorative role, as they fit perfectly and complement the overall atmosphere.

If you do not have the opportunity to hang your clothes on hangers, it is very important to fold them so that they do not wrinkle:

  • Skirts. It is best to fold them lengthwise on both sides and roll them into a tight roll.

Important! Thanks to this method, you can not only store things in the closet, but also pack them in a suitcase.

  • Sweaters, blouses and shirts. To do this, you need to fasten all the buttons and lay them face down. Tuck the edges of the shirt behind the collar. The sleeves need to be rolled up and turned out lengthwise. Visually divide into three parts and alternately tuck the lower part first, then the central one.
  • Jeans and trousers. They need to be folded in half so that the lower part is in contact with the belt. Fold in half again.

Important! To save space, jeans can be rolled up.

How to properly store underwear

You can store children's, women's and men's underpants in regular drawers. To do this, the inside of the box is divided by convenient partitions. As such partitions, you can take cardboard or plastic dividers and organize cells of the required sizes. In addition, to beautifully fold panties and store underwear in a dresser or closet, use special boxes, boxes or organizers.

The underwear organizer is a practical and efficient way to store panties and socks. In this case, it is better to arrange the products by color and install them in a vertical position. This way you will save space and find the option you need faster. For travel, use a special travel organizer bag for underwear, which can easily accommodate up to ten different wardrobe items.

Socks and tights can be stored in the same drawer as panties, but in a separate compartment. In this case, these items are rolled into a roll or tube. Socks can also be folded into an envelope. This life hack will tell you how to fold socks correctly and compactly.

When it comes to bras, a good storage solution is to use lightweight, clear plastic hangers. This way the bra cups will retain their shape and presentable appearance for a long time.

At the same time, it is important not to hang the products tightly to each other or other things so that they do not get wrinkled. The best option would be if you can hang the bras, like in a display case, one above the other

The bra can also be placed in a box or drawer, which is divided into compartments using a cardboard or plastic partition. It is advisable that each product be placed in a separate cell. If necessary, you can carefully fold the bras cup to cup. Don’t forget about the existence of special organizers.

Rules for storing women's panties

Lingerie is the most revealing category of clothing, but few people see it. Despite this, it is important to store it correctly. The best solution is to place the models on a separate shelf, in a dresser drawer or organizer.

How to compactly fold panties into a box

Putting things in a regular box is not very convenient. The packages may unravel and you will have to do all the work again. It is better to put women's panties in a box in the shape of a square, roll, egg, or using the “inner pocket” method.

Place in the box vertically, close to each other. If placed horizontally, finding the right women's panties will take a lot of time. You will have to constantly rearrange the laundry. For compact storage of women's panties, they are folded into a box of wet wipes. Dry the box before using it for underwear.

It is necessary to fold the panties in a box like napkins in such a way that when one pair is taken out, the tongue of the second appears. Process:

  1. Place on a flat surface face up.
  2. Fold in half from right to left.
  3. Place the second model on top, unfolded, so that the halves match. That is, one part lies on the first linen, the second on the table.
  4. Grab the left half together with one part of the first women's panties and fold them from left to right so that the sides coincide with the middle of the elastic band.
  5. Fold the right side from right to left.

Place the folded laundry in a tissue box with a slit in the middle.

How to pack panties compactly in a suitcase

Packing your underpants for travel is a difficult task. More things can fit if you arrange them correctly. Small items - women's panties, socks and other accessories are placed in side pockets or in the spaces between folded clothes.

Advice! It is advisable to fold underwear that does not wrinkle. It is easier to iron out, and you don’t have to look for an iron at the hotel.

You can compactly fold women's panties into a suitcase in any way. The main thing is to place them correctly in it so that there is enough space for other things.

How to compactly fold panties in a closet

Storing it on a shelf in a closet is inconvenient. Women's panties stowed in the back will be rarely used or left completely forgotten until it's time to go through the underwear and throw away the unnecessary ones.

In addition, there will be constant clutter on the shelf in the closet; when you open the door, laundry may fall out. To store in this way, a special box or organizer is useful. Thanks to them, you can practically and beautifully fold things and store them, regardless of the nature and purpose of the shelves.

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Such boxes are stacked on top of each other to save space in the closet. For example, at the bottom there is an organizer with warm tights, then with socks and at the very top - with women's panties. When choosing models, you should pay attention to the quality of the fabric and the frame in order to be able to place one organizer on top of another. It is necessary to choose a rigid frame, durable fabric, so that it is easy to clean and does not shrink when washed.

Important! For a dressing room with open shelves, it is better to buy an accessory with a lid that closes with a zipper or with Velcro. Such models protect against dust, moisture and odors.

The organizer can be placed in a chest of drawers, under the bed and in a closet. This storage method enlivens the interior, thanks to the presence of different colors.

Buy a separate travel organizer for the closet. It holds up to 10 wardrobe items, and if folded compactly, it can fit 15 women's panties.

You can buy a hanging organizer for storing shoes and linen in your closet. With its help, you can fold your panties economically, each pair is in sight. The organizer fits easily into a closet, holds enough laundry and is compact.


The top has Velcro, which allows you to hang it lengthwise and crosswise, made of non-woven material

You can fold women's panties compactly using a hanging organizer with pockets. Ideal option if there is no chest of drawers or shelves.

If there is no space in the closet to hang the organizer, you can place it on the floor. The folding box protects panties from moths, mold, dust and moisture, because the material is antibacterial. There is a lid with a zipper.

Can be compactly folded into a hanging module. The organizer without hangers is equipped with 6 pockets made of PVC, cardboard and spunbond.

Velvet linen is very delicate. It is advisable to put it in separate bags so that the panties do not rub against other fabric. This applies to products with rhinestones and devore effect.

Women's panties can be hung on hangers. At the same time, hook the hangers on top of each other to save space in the closet. If the material of the linen is very capricious, you can buy a cover.


It is better to choose smooth or velvet coated hangers if your bra will be stored along with the lower part of the set.

Important! This method of compactly storing panties is suitable for models that do not deform.

How to compactly fold women's panties in a chest of drawers

By folding it correctly, you can save a lot of space in your chest of drawers, allocating it for other purposes. It is convenient to put panties in drawers if inside they are divided into small partitions, each of which can only fit one pair.

To divide into cells, you can buy ready-made plastic or cardboard dividers. You can do it yourself, taking into account the size of the box.

You can watch the following video to learn how to fold your panties into a chest of drawers compactly:

Compactly folded women's panties in drawers look beautiful. They are sorted by color and stacked vertically. This storage approach helps save space and quickly find the right option.

How to store swimsuits

Now that the summer season has passed, and you do not plan to visit swimming pools, ponds, or rivers, you need to take care of one more essential wardrobe item - swimsuits.

I wash the swimsuit thoroughly and dry it so that dampness does not cause fungus or mold to develop and ruin the clothes. For storage, it is better to use a fabric bag or a vacuum bag, but under no circumstances use a plastic bag. Moisture may accumulate in the bag, and the swimsuit may lose color and become damp. Swimwear should be stored on a separate shelf in the closet, in a separate drawer of the chest of drawers.

When storing swimsuits, it is important to maintain a constant air temperature and also avoid high humidity. If you have several swimsuits, you can store them side by side

But at the same time, panties are stored separately, and bras separately.

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How to fold panties

There are quite a few techniques that allow you to neatly fold your underwear, but we will only talk about the most basic ones that help you quickly and super-compactly clean up your shelf.

How to compactly fold women's panties

There are several ways to fold women's underwear. Each of them certainly has its own pros and cons. Which one to choose is a personal matter for everyone.

Stacked

The simplest method, but at the same time not the most effective. Its essence is to place the panties on top of each other in a straightened form, without folding them. The only advantage is that the linen does not wrinkle. But how often can you meet a person who strives to wear perfectly smooth underwear? Perhaps very rarely, so this advantage loses its meaning. But in this case, the space is taken up enough, which does not quite correspond to the goal of saving space on the shelf.

With a straw

The most convenient way if you plan to put products in a suitcase for a trip or business trip. In this case, the space taken up is minimal, and the final shape allows you to roll the panties into other things: T-shirts, shirts, towels, jackets.

What should be done? Take the edge of the crotch and connect it with the elastic. Next, simply roll the laundry into a “tube”. This method is also very often used if the laundry is stored in special boxes with separate compartments.

Square

A very convenient way for shorts, hipsters and slips.

We fold the edge of the crotch up to the elastic band, fold the edges and get a square. Quite simple and at the same time neat. Ideal for horizontal storage.

How to fold men's briefs compactly

Everyone knows that women's and men's underpants are almost radically different from each other in style. Men's underwear is larger in size compared to thongs or bikinis, so the folding methods are slightly different.

The most convenient and compact method is called “square”. Panties in this form are very convenient to store in the closet: they do not take up much space and do not wrinkle. The principle is this:

  1. Lay the boxers on a flat, hard surface with the elastic facing away from you. Straighten out the folds.
  1. Fold the sides to form a rectangle. To do this, take one edge and fold it vertically towards the center by approximately 5-7 cm. Do the same on the other side.
  1. Now it is very convenient to fold your panties into a square. To do this, simply tuck the bottom of the product to the top (to the elastic).
  1. To prevent the laundry from falling apart on the shelf, you can tuck the bottom edge under an elastic band, thereby securing it.
  1. Ready! The panties have a compact and neat appearance.

Such a square will not unfold in the closet and will not create a mess, so it is very convenient to use it specifically for men’s boxer shorts.

If your underwear rack does not have too much space, then folding your underwear into a compact space is the best option. As you can see, there is nothing complicated in the techniques, and with a little practice, even a teenager can roll up his panties in one of them. But everything in your closet will become much more organized and tidy.

Internal pocket

This method is more complicated. To understand how to fold panties, you will have to practice a little. This method is great for folding boxers or briefs. The sequence of actions is as follows:

1. First, lay out the product.

2. Fold the sides of the panties towards the center.

3. Fold the bottom side (crotch) to the middle.

4. Place two thumbs inside the elastic band and with a simple movement turn the underwear inside out.

As a result, you will receive a neatly folded square with an inner pocket.

Popular ways to fold laundry

It would seem that folding panties is so difficult, but most people believe that they don’t even need to be ironed - they’re not visible under clothes. However, caring for things not only extends their service life, but also gives confidence. The realization that your underwear looks impeccable will never make you feel uncomfortable about having to undress. This situation can arise not only at a romantic meeting, but also, say, in a hospital. For storage or transportation, there are several ways to fold your panties compactly.

Square

Ideal for men's boxers, women's shorts. If there are several pieces of the same model, it is convenient to store them inside a small box. The latter can be placed in a chest of drawers or a closet. To fold laundry into a square, you need:

  1. Place the panties with the front side up and smooth out the folds.
  2. Fold in the sides to form a small rectangle.
  3. Fold the right side up vertically.
  4. Folding the left side is similar to turning over a page of a book.
  5. Place the bottom of the panties under the elastic band.

The result should be a square or rectangle for storing products with almost identical sides. The linen will look quite neat, even if the figures do not turn out identical. These panties hardly wrinkle.

Bundle

To rationally use the space in your suitcase, you can make a small package out of panties:

  1. Turn the elastic band of the product inside out, but no more than 3–5 cm.
  2. Fold one side inward so that the edge of the other, when folded, lies in the fold.
  3. From bottom to top, roll the resulting rectangle into a tube.
  4. Use the folded edge with an elastic band to tighten the finished package.

Scroll

To turn your panties into a small scroll, you first need to place them on a surface with the side facing you. Then fold the central part up, flush with the waistband. You can roll the product from any side, the main thing is to do it very tightly.

To prevent folded panties from unfolding, they are placed in the drawer with the free edge down, very tightly to each other. If there is little space, the laundry is placed in several layers. This way it is convenient to fold both men's and women's underpants: slips, thongs, swimming trunks, bikinis, retro.

Plastic bag

This is the recommended method for folding men's boxers:

  1. Lay the product out in front of you, smooth out the edges.
  2. From left to right, fold it in half.
  3. Place the right side on the left so that one seam touches the other.
  4. Turn the panties over so the bottom should be on the right hand.
  5. Fold the top edge down until it forms a rectangle.
  6. Fold the panties in half. If the bottom and waistband are at the same level, then everything is done correctly.

Envelope

This is one of the easiest ways to fold your panties as compactly as possible. It is convenient to use for any model, except shorts and boxers. The lower part of the product is bent upward, reaching the edge of the elastic band. After which the sides are folded inward by no more than a third. If you turn the product over, you will get an even square. Depending on the amount of free space, panties folded in an envelope are placed vertically. Another option is to lay them horizontally on top of each other with a slight release.

Egg

In fact, the result loosely resembles the standard egg shape, but looks a little fuller than a regular package. The method is suitable for men's boxers, women's slips, and shorts. A simple step-by-step instruction will help you understand the nuances:

  1. Place the panties face up, smoothing the edges well.
  2. Scroll the elastic three times, leaving a small part of the bottom of the product free.
  3. Turn the item back side up.
  4. Fold the side elements into the center by a third.
  5. Cover the folded sides with the central free part.
  6. Turn the package inside out 3 times in a row through the formed pocket.

File

Storing thongs folded this way will be the most compact. Having laid out your panties in front of you, you need to visually divide them into three parts. Imaginary lines are where the product folds. According to them, fold the left and right sides towards the center. Lift the bottom part up, turn the thong over.

Universal

The method, which is suitable for absolutely all models, is very similar to the previous one. Step-by-step instruction:

  1. Fold the sides to the center by a third, with the right side covering the left.
  2. Align the bottom edge of the product with the belt.
  3. Press the laundry with your hands, turn it over and put it in a box or drawer.

Ironed items are much easier to manage than wrinkled ones. Panties do not always need to be ironed; it is enough to take them out of the washing machine in time and dry them unfolded. Any of the presented methods ensures comfortable use of linen.

Small ways to fold underwear

Before you start folding your underwear into a suitcase, you need to iron it, divide it into groups: Because of this, fold

panties will be quite more comfortable, and they will take up little space.

Fold in a stack

Multifunctional and the most primitive way to pack panties. This method is suitable for folding both women's and men's underwear:

  1. The panties are carefully straightened out.
  2. Some add up to others. First, you need to arrange those underwear options that are larger in size, then smaller ones, etc. If there are men's underpants
    , then they are folded first.

It is necessary to fold the panties first of all, in other words, to the very bottom of the suitcase. The method is suitable for tightly folding women's panties of smaller sizes. The main disadvantage of this option is that if there is a lot of laundry, this installation will take a long time.

Tube, roll

This method does not require much effort and does not take a lot of time. All you need to do is fold your panties correctly:

  1. The panties are laid out on a table or other ideal surface, with the elastic band facing away from you.
  2. The elastic is turned inside out a couple of centimeters.
  3. Any wrinkles that have arisen are removed.
  4. One part of the linen is folded in the middle, and the other half is placed on it.
  5. It should be a rectangle or square.
  6. The panties are twisted from bottom to top.
  7. The part at the bottom is tucked under the elastic band.
  8. The package is ready.

The method is especially useful if there is a lot of laundry and little space; such a tube can be placed in any side pocket of the suitcase or simply placed at the very top. After arriving at the place of melting, you need to turn it back and smooth it out.

Square

Another easy way is to roll your trunks into a square. The method is more suitable for men's boxers or women's sports underwear. Swimming trunks folded into a square take up very little space:

  1. The panties are laid out on an ideal surface, all wrinkles are smoothed out.
  2. Connect the 2 halves and a rectangle should come out.
  3. The elastic is bent to the middle, the same procedure is done with the bottom of the underwear - a square comes out.
  4. The nearest fold should carefully fit under the elastic.

Perfectly fold men's briefs

- it's simple and not difficult.

Roll

You can pack panties in a roll:

  1. The trunks are laid out on an ideal surface, face down.
  2. The top of the underwear, where the elastic is located, is twisted towards the bottom 3 times.
  3. The trunks are turned over and the sides are turned inside out, holding the underwear.

In this form, the panties will definitely not straighten out and will remain clean until they are used. You can put them on the side of other things or in a separate pocket.

Before dressing, it is necessary to iron it thoroughly. This option will not be suitable for not very large underwear, for example, thongs, bikinis, etc.

In your pocket

The method is suitable for folding underwear in the form of shorts and men's:

  1. The parts on the side of the briefs curl towards the head part.
  2. The upper and lower parts are folded onto the sides - a small square should come out.
  3. The swimming trunks are turned inside out - the pocket is ready.

Now there is some free space for other things.

Useful tips

Before you start putting things in order, you need to consider a few general recommendations:

  1. After washing, the laundry should be immediately removed from the machine and hung to dry. This way it won’t get wrinkled and you won’t have to iron it before folding.
  2. Do not prolong the cleaning process. Fold everything immediately after drying.
  3. It is more convenient to fold things at a level table, the height of which is up to the waist. Your back will not be strained if you need to store many pairs at once.
  4. Tackle one category of things at a time. Throw away unnecessary ones.
  5. Once a month, you need to wipe off the dust in the chest of drawers where your panties are stored. Ventilate periodically.

You should always keep your underwear shelf in order, so you don’t have to sort through and refold them every week.

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