Folding that gives fewer creases in the drawer

Short answer: Fewer creases in the drawer come from a simple fold where the clothes lie flat, are not squeezed and are not packed too tightly. Use the same fold every time and put clothes away only when they are fully dry. Then you avoid ironing every morning.

Start with fully dry clothes

Moisture is the most common reason creases set in the drawer. Take the clothes down when they are fully dry and let them cool for a moment before folding. If a little moisture remains, the weight of the other items presses the creases into the fabric.

Smooth it out before you fold

Lay the T-shirt on a flat surface and run your hand over it from the middle outward. Pull lightly at the seams so the sleeves and hem lie straight. Creases you smooth out now do not become sharp folds later, and it takes only a few seconds per piece.

The simple three-part fold

First fold the sleeves in toward the middle, then fold the T-shirt in three parts from the hem toward the neck. That gives a low, flat parcel with no sharp fold right across the chest. Check that the edge lies straight so the pile stands steady and is easy to take from.

Roll or fold, depending on space

Some people roll their clothes because it gives few sharp edges and makes every T-shirt visible in the drawer. Rolled pieces can slide around, though, if the drawer is large. Try both and pick the method you will really use every time. Most people notice only a small difference in how long it takes.

Heavy at the bottom, light on top

Put thicker items such as a sweatshirt or a jogging set at the bottom or in another drawer, so they do not press on thin T-shirts. That applies to long sleeve models too, which take up more room when folded. Spread the weight so nothing is flattened under something heavier.

Leave some air in the drawer

A crammed drawer creates new creases every time you pull something out. Keep to an amount where you can take one T-shirt without digging through the rest. If you have to push the drawer shut, there is too much in it. Take something out and put it elsewhere. That includes bamboo jogging sets for men, which can have a place of their own.

Stand clothes upright so you can see them

When you fold clothes into a flat, firm parcel, you can stand them on edge in the drawer instead of stacking them. Then you see every T-shirt at a glance and can pull one out without toppling the pile. It keeps the folds in place and makes the morning quicker, since you are not searching.

Hang them up if creases come anyway

Some pieces, such as heavier T-shirts and slightly stiffer fabric, never stay completely crease free in a drawer. Hang them on a hanger instead, and use one that does not pull at the shoulders. Look at the bestsellers from Copenhagen Bamboo if you want new favourites that handle everyday wear well.

Frequently asked questions

Is it better to fold or roll T-shirts?

Both work. Rolling gives few sharp creases and makes every T-shirt easy to see, while a flat fold stacks neatly. Choose the method you are happy to use every time.

Does clothing need to be ironed before I fold it?

It is not necessary. Smooth the garment with your hand before folding and make sure it is fully dry. That avoids most creases without switching on the iron.

How much can I put in one drawer?

So little that you can take out one T-shirt without digging through the rest. If you have to push the drawer shut, it is too full, and the pressure puts creases in the clothes.

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