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The best way to protect winter garments such as sweaters, scarves, or even bedding, is to store them in tightly sealed plastic containers. Resealable plastic bags or small plastic bins work wonderfully for keeping garments bug-free. Relegating sweaters to a drawer of shame will leave them at the mercy of the elements.
How do you store sweaters in a small closet?
Sweater Closet Storage 101 – Organization Tips Never hang sweaters because they will stretch and lose their shape. If you only have a few sweaters, try storing them in a dresser drawer. If you like to see your sweaters and want them handy, keep them in stacks on a closet shelf divided by a shelf divider.
How do you store wool in the summer?
Wool coats should be thoroughly cleaned, dried, brushed and aired out before storing them in breathable, natural-cotton coat bags to avoid a moth getting into them during summer. In a pinch, zip-lock or resealable plastic bags will do the trick.
Is it better to hang or fold sweaters?
Because in many cases, hanging a sweater long term can cause the shoulders to stretch out irreversibly. Most storage experts agree that it’s better to fold a sweater to maintain its shape, especially when the sweater is handknit or prone to stretching.
What is the correct way to store sweaters?
It is best to store off-season sweaters folded in a cool, dry location. Ideally you will store them folded on a high closet shelf or in a fabric box where they have some ability to breathe. If you do not have shelf space or fabric box containers, folding sweaters in an airtight container is the next best option.
How does Marie Kondo organize sweaters?
Folding Sweaters Lay a sweater flat in front of you with the sleeves spread out. Fold in the right side with the sleeve straight out. Fold the sleeve over and down so it creates a triangle. Repeat on the left side so you are left with a rectangle. Start from the top and fold inward until it stands upright.
How do you store sweaters without wrinkles?
Bulky knits can lose their shape if stored on hangers. To combat that, sweaters should be folded neatly and stored on shelves or in drawers or bins. It prevents wrinkles and keeps them from getting stretched out.
How do you store cashmere sweaters in the summer?
Wool and cashmere should be stored folded in a drawer or on a shelf. Never hang your woollens as gravity will stretch them out of shape and leave dimples in the shoulders. Fold the arms under first then fold the whole jumper in half.
How do you store sweaters for the winter?
How to store your sweaters in winter Sweaters should be folded when storing. Store sweaters dry. Do not store with moth balls. Keep your wardrobe clean. Remove stains immediately. Remove pilling from from your sweater regularly. Follow the washing care instructions on the label.
How do you keep wool sweaters fresh?
Wool. Thankfully, wool doesn’t need to be washed often as it’s a bit of a hassle. Instead, let your wool items air out after wearing and before putting them away in your closet. The lanolin found in wool is antimicrobial and odor eliminating, so this is actually more effective than washing to remove odors.
Are velvet hangers good for sweaters?
Hangers that come with a nonslip surface save the day by keeping sweaters in their appointed place. Hanger materials such as velvet and padded satin can help keep them creaseless.
Should I hang or fold cashmere sweaters?
Even with slimline hangers, wool, cashmere, and angora will stretch when hung, so it’s always best to fold your sweaters to keep their shape. That said, if you’re tight on shelf space, fold your sweater in half once and lay it over the bar of a hanger.
What should be hung up and what should be folded?
Material: Delicate materials that are prone to wrinkling should be hung (silk, satin, lace); materials that are often starched should be hung (cotton dress shirts, etc.); slinky, stretchy materials (lycra, jersey, etc.) should be folded to keep from stretching out; most knitwear should also be folded.
How do you hang dry sweaters?
Once I’ve removed excess water, I use two sturdy plastic hangers (these are Made in the USA!) to better support the weight of the wet sweater. I hang the middle of the body of the sweater across the two hangers. I have installed a fold down drying rack (similar) on the wall in my laundry room.
How do I maximize my closet storage?
Related Items 1 Throw Out Clothes That Don’t Fit. 2 Remove the Clutter. 3 Remember the Floor Space. 4 Add Lighting. 5 Make Use of the Upper Shelf. 6 Hang a Mirror or Two. 7 Paint It a Lighter Color. 8 Don’t Count Out Corners.
What is the Marie Kondo method?
The KonMari Method™ encourages tidying by category – not by location – beginning with clothes, then moving on to books, papers, komono (miscellaneous items), and, finally, sentimental items. Keep only those things that speak to the heart, and discard items that no longer spark joy.
Is Marie Kondo a minimalist?
Many people have equated my tidying method with minimalism, but it’s quite different. Minimalism advocates living with less; the KonMari Method™ encourages living among items you truly cherish.
