Slip on your favorite pair of socks without a struggle by embracing these sock-drawer organizing ideas.
Getting control over your sock drawer isn’t too difficultif you know how to fold socks.
Sock drawers tend to be overloaded, with some pairs folded and many without a mate.
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But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Plus, the folding methods here will save considerablespace in your drawers.
Next, sort them by pairs.
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Put all mismatched socks off to the side for the moment.
Discard them orrepurpose them for cleaning rags.
once you nail the keepers together, separate them by pop in of sock.
Then, choose one of the following ways to fold socks.
How to Fold Socks
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The socks can then be placed vertically into a drawer so that they stand up on their own.
Spring-loadeddrawer dividersare an option for your dresser to ensure socks stay put.
Now youll be able to see all your socks in a line without digging to the bottom.
Take the bottom sock over the top and tuck the toes into its cuff to secure it.
Then do the same with the other sock, creating a near-perfect square.
Like the first option, lay the socks on each other with the toes and cuffs lined up.
Beginning at the toe, roll both socks up to the cuff as tightly as possible.
You might want to consider addinghoneycomb organizersto your sock drawer.
A consistent sock-folding technique not only makes your drawers look better but also makes putting laundry away easier.
If using organizers or a few small dresser drawers to organize your socks, divide them by category.
Place labels on the inside lip of a drawer to differentiate between the types.
This takes the guesswork out ofputting things away.
To avoid losing socks in the first place,wash them in a mesh bagdesigned for delicates.
Give yourself a deadlinea month or twoand let go of the other if the match isn’t found.
Regularly go through your socks to see which are worn out and which you wear.
Socks in good conditioncan be donatedif you don’t wear them often.
Keeping socks organized also makes it easier to see when it’s time to buy new ones.
