How To: Fold a Fitted Sheet
Yes, folding a fitted sheet may seem like one of life's great mysteries, but this quick method will have you creating a neat
and hassle-free fold in no time. Say good-bye to those crinkly, balled-up messes.
What You Need
Fitted sheet, flat surface
Follow These Four Easy Steps
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1Lay out the sheet
Spread the sheet on a flat surface, fitted corners up.
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2Fold in half and tuck in corners
Fold sheet in half horizontally, tucking the fitted top corners into the fitted bottom corners. If your sheet has gathered sides, tuck them into each other, too. Smooth the edges flat.
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3Fold lengthwise
Fold the sheet lengthwise so that all four fitted corners are on top of one another. Again, slide the top set of corners into the bottom set.
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4Fold to desired size
Fold the sheet in half again, and fold over the smooth end to finish. For a smaller bundle, fold again.
Tip: To prevent wrinkles, fold sheets right out of the dryer while they’re still warm.
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