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  • Question
    How do I fold shorts?
    Nikola Pawlina
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    Fold in half from side to side, then bottom to top, it's just like folding trousers.
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    How do I fold a swimsuit?
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    I would look through the storage information in wikiHow's article about caring for swimwear .
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    How would I fold men's t-shirts?
    Isabella Rongo
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    Fold the shirt from side to side. After you have done that, fold the shirt from bottom to top.
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    How do I fold a jacket with a hood?
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    You can fold it like you would fold a jacket without a hood, but tuck the hood in beforehand.
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    How do I fold towels?
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    Fold it the same way you you would with blankets, sheets, comforters, etc. The bigger the towel, the more folds you will need. Just keep folding it in half.
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    How would I fold a scarf?
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    You can either fold it in half, or try hanging it up on a hook or a hanger.
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    How do I fold underwear?
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    For women's underwear, start by folding in the crotch so it touches the waistline, then fold in the two sides, one on top of the other. For men's underwear fold in half horizontally, and then fold it again vertically.
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    How do I fold a sweater?
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    The same way you fold a long sleeve shirt - from side to side. After you have done that, fold the sweater from bottom to top.
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    How do I fold a hoodie?
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    Lay the hoodie out flat on a surface. Bring the arms in and cross them. Fold the hoodie in half, and then fold it upward starting from the bottom. Leave the hood to wrap around the folded hoodie at the end. For more help, see How to Fold a Hoodie .
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    Do I fold crop tops like short-sleeve shirts?
    Moira Periappuram
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    Fold the crop top in half horizontally, then fold it in vertically to flatten it, and you're done.
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    How do I fold jackets and short skirts?
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    Fold the jacket in half horizontally, then roll it tightly from the bottom to the top, starting from the folded side. For short skirts, fold in half or thirds, depending on the length, and then roll tightly.
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    How do I fold pants and skirts together?
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    Fold pants and shorts in half vertically at the crotch, then fold the legs in half horizontally. For longer garments like skirts or dresses, fold them into thirds.
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    How do I fold women's underwear?
    Layla21
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    You can roll them, leave them unfolded, or fold them by bringing the sides into the middle and then folding them in half.
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    How do I fold women's underwear and bras?
    Jocelyn Zhou
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    Fold underwear into a neat pile of two or three, then fold each pile in half. For bras, stack them carefully without folding to avoid damaging the cups.
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    How do I fold yoga pants?
    Jalyndanielle
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    First fold them in half lengthwise. Then lay them flat and fold the flared ends inward to align with the rest of the pants. Next fold the legs upward so the ends reach the mid-butt area. Finally fold the waist downwards.
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    How do I fold a hoodie with a zipper?
    Layla21
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    First zip up the hoodie. Then fold in the sleeves, fold down the hood, and fold the whole hoodie in half.
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    How do I fold sweatpants?
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    Fold sweatpants in half with the seam facing out, then fold ankle to waist seam and roll. You can store them in a drawer with dividers for better organization.
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    How do I fold long shirts?
    sara roy
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    Fold the arms into the body, then fold the shirt in half. Finally, roll the rectangular piece to reduce creases.
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    How do I fold jogging pants?
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    Fold joggers or sweatpants in half with the seam facing out, fold from ankle to waist seam, and then roll. You might find it helpful to store them in a drawer with dividers.
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    How do I fold hoodies?
    Christopher
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    First fold the hood back over the back of the garment, then fold the body of the hoodie as you would a regular sweater. However, hoodies are often better suited to being hung up rather than folded.
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    How do I fold tracksuit bottoms?
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    Fold tracksuit bottoms like you would fold pants; any method will work.
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    How do I fold fitted sheets?
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    How can I easily fold t-shirts to save more space in drawers?
    TheTypingBeast
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    Lay the t-shirt flat, fold it into a line, then fold that down and roll it up. Consider tying it or placing it in a sandwich bag to prevent it from unrolling.
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    Should the buttons stick out or be inside when folding a shirt?
    Joanis Uka
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    When folding a button-up shirt, the buttons should be on the outside where you can see them. However, it's generally better to hang button-up shirts instead of folding them.
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    Why don't you fold pants with the fronts together so the excess crotch fabric doesn't create creases?
    TheTypingBeast
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    In my experience, folding pants with the fronts together helps prevent excess fabric from creating creases.
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    How do I fold a fluffy cardigan?
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    Fold it like you would a jacket or hoodie. To avoid damage, keep it at the top of your folded pile so it's less likely to get crushed.
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    How do I fold a snow hat?
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    Normally, you do not fold hats. However, if you need to make your hat more compact, rolling it up will likely work.
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    How do I fold a school dress?
    Snakey006550
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    To fold a school dress neatly: lay it flat with the front facing down, smooth out wrinkles, fold the sleeves inward, fold each side to make a long rectangle, fold in half from bottom to neckline, and fold again if needed. This keeps the dress neat and ready to store or pack.
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    How do I fold a uniform neatly?
    Snakey006550
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    To fold a uniform neatly, lay the shirt or top flat, button it up, and smooth out any wrinkles. Fold the sleeves inward, then bring each side toward the center. Fold the shirt in half from the bottom to the top. For pants, lay them flat, smooth them out, and fold them in half lengthwise, then fold again to make them compact. For skirts, fold them in half or thirds depending on the length. Stack everything neatly to keep the uniform wrinkle-free and organized.
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    How do I fold overalls neatly?
    Snakey006550
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    Lay them flat on a clean surface. Straighten the straps and legs to remove any wrinkles. Fold the legs up toward the waist, making the overall length shorter. Cross the straps neatly over the top of the folded legs, then fold the sides inward to create a compact rectangle. This keeps the overalls tidy and easy to store.
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