Yes, folding a fitted sheet may seem like one of life’s great mysteries, but here is how you can fold it neatly and hassle-free in no time. Say good-bye to those crinkly, balled-up messes.
Tip: To prevent wrinkles, fold sheets right out of the dryer while they’re still warm.
1. Lay out the sheet
Spread the sheet on a flat surface, fitted corners up.
2. Fold 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.
3. Fold 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.
4. Fold 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.