How do you store socks in a drawer?

How do you organize socks in drawers?

The KonMari method of folding socks (we did mention we're big fans, right?) involves laying your two socks on top of one another, then folding the pair into thirds (for short socks), fourths (for mid-length socks) or fifths (for knee high socks) like you would a letter. You then place them in your drawer standing up.

How do you store socks in a deep drawer?

Folding them into the shape of a rectangle will help with placing them in the drawer. This will depend on how large your drawer is and how much space within the dividers have been allocated. Each sock should be placed the same way on top of one another. Typically, you want to place one sock toe on the next, and so on.

How do you store tights and socks?

Bag Them. The safest and tidiest way to store tights is to individually place them in sandwich bags. Fold them in half lengthways and then in thirds, and gently slide them into a plastic sandwich bag.

How many socks should I own?

Generally people will find themselves in need of around seven pairs of casual daily socks, four to 10 pairs of athletic, extra absorbent and breathable socks, two to four pairs of cozy socks and four to seven pairs of fashion-focused or expressive socks.

How To Fold Socks

How do you roll and tuck socks?

Sock Technique #1 – Roll & Tuck

Take one of those socks and place it on the other sock. Take the cuff of the sock on top and fold it 1” in. Next, roll the toe of both socks up until you get to the cuff. Once that's done tuck in the rolled part and then you're done.

What clothes should go in drawers?

Hosiery, socks, underwear, accessories, pajamas, and t-shirts are great for drawers, while bulkier items take up more space folded than on hangers. Move button down shirts and blouses, sweaters, and pants to the closet or another storage space for the off-season.

How do I organize my drawers?

How does Marie Kondo fold ankle socks?

Where do you store used socks?

If you don't have a drawer to keep your socks in, you can use a shelf in your wardrobe or bookcase. You could also invest in some stand-alone drawers, wire baskets or plastic storage boxes to keep them neat and tidy.

How many jeans should I own?

But how many pairs of jeans should you own? You should aim for 4 to 5 pairs of denim jeans, excluding shorts. It is a good number to meet your everyday needs, even though a woman own 7 pairs on average, and men 6.

How many times should you wear a pair of socks?

While socks, underwear, T-shirts and tank tops should be washed after each use, the ACI advises that “pajamas should be washed after 3 or 4 wears,” “bras can be worn 2-3 times” and “jeans can typically be worn 3 times before washing.”

How many socks does an average person have?

On average, people own between 10-20 pairs of socks. The number of socks you should own can be estimated by the number of days between laundry cycles.

How do you store thigh high socks?

Carefully roll or fold your thigh highs, and place them in specific compartments of your drawer organizer. Try to keep only one pair of stockings in each envelope of the drawer organizer, so the stockings are not crammed all together and avoid wrinkling.

How do you organize thigh high socks?

Lay the toes one on top of the other and fold the stocking in half lengthwise. Then fold it into thirds, making sure that the toes are inside, not outside, and that the waistband protrudes slightly at the top. Finally, roll the stocking up toward the waistband.

What can I do with too many socks?

When should you get rid of socks?

If you're someone who buys average quality socks and doesn't overwear them, your socks should last somewhere from 4-7 months. If you wear your work socks hard though, you may see them go before their time — anywhere from 3-5 months.

What do you do with socks that you don't want?