How to Fold Sheets

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Remove the fitted sheet from the dryer.

   This is the sheet with the elasticized edges that hugs the mattress.
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   Step 2: Turn the fitted sheet inside out.

   Stand while gripping the sheet in front of you.
   
   You'll put your hands in 2 adjacent corners (the fitted parts) on 1 of the sheet's shorter sides, because you'll be folding these corners together. , Fold the bed sheet corner in your right hand over the corner in your left hand. , Keep the 2 corners of the fitted sheet on your left hand.
   
   Reach your right hand down and grasp the corner hanging in front.
   
   Raise that corner and fold it over the 2 corners in your left hand.
   
   The visible corner will be inside out.
   
   Now grab the last corner and fold it over the other 3 corners on your left hand. , Fold the 2 ends in so that the elasticized area is lying on top of the sheet.
   
   Fold the sides over so the elasticized edges are hidden, then continue folding into a rectangle that's the size you want.
   
   Iron it while folded if needed.
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   Step 3: Bring your hands together.

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   Step 4: Fold the other corner.

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   Step 5: Place the folded fitted sheet onto a flat surface and straighten it.

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