How to fold a T-shirt so it doesn't get wrinkled in your suitcase

Any T-shirt folded neatly will not wrinkle in your suitcase. For example, you can tuck the sleeves inside and fold them in half twice. Even this will be enough for the little thing to be carefully delivered to its destination. But what other ways are there to pack T-shirts that help the fabric not wrinkle and fit as many things as possible into your suitcase?

Quick method

A quick and neat way to fold a T-shirt for storage in a closet, or to put it in a suitcase:

Place the product face down on a flat table.
From the middle of the shoulder seam, the sleeves are folded vertically - from left to right, and from right to left. This will make the item narrower and longer.
Then fold it twice horizontally.

Good to know!
Before packing a T-shirt in a suitcase, you should first iron it and hang it on a hanger. And for a trip, fold it just before leaving.

A beautifully folded item will in any case have noticeable creases after unpacking. But this problem can be minimized. First, the product is placed on a flat horizontal surface, the sleeves are folded inward in half from top to bottom, and then from left to right into two equal parts.

Another surgical option

Few people put their T-shirts in the closet, hanging them on hangers. Especially when there are already so many things there. Therefore, products of such a compact size are stacked on shelves. It is convenient and aesthetically pleasing. The T-shirt can be folded in just a few seconds.

How to implement:

The thing is laid out on the table.
Two lines are visually drawn across and in the middle of it.
The T-shirt is taken with the left hand at the central point.
The right hand is brought behind the left, picking up the bottom edge of the T-shirt;
The item is lifted with both hands at the same time.
Turn over in the opposite direction.

Method 1 – grid (board) for folding (magicfoldingboard)

Of course, in this case you will need a special device, but if your wardrobe consists mainly of T-shirts and T-shirts, why not buy yourself such a convenient and useful gadget?

Photo diagram of using a special device for folding T-shirts. Surely, especially skilled guys will be able to make such a board on their own (see video below)

Folding a T-shirt this way will make it look like something in a store window or a photo in a brochure in your closet. Well, in our opinion it’s very good

We offer a video demonstrating the first method of folding T-shirts.

We offer a video on the topic: how to make a board for folding T-shirts with your own hands:

T-shirt folding option “Like in a store”

The item is laid out with the back part on top, in the middle its third part is shifted from each side to the center, then the sleeves are folded along the edges of the folds at the bottom, and again in half.

Good to know!
If the T-shirt is very small, then you can simply roll it up. This is done like this: along the long side, the product is folded in half, straightened, and then rolled from the neck into a tight roll.

Corrugated Paper Wrap

Corrugated paper is another great wrapping option.

You need to proceed as follows:

Cut out a large square or circle from paper.
Place the T-shirt on a hard backing in the center.
Fold the edges of the wrapper over and secure them with tape. Do not use an elastic band to secure it; it will damage the packaging.

Traditional method

It is used by sellers at markets to beautifully show their goods to potential buyers. You will have to spend a little more time, but the method has a right to exist:

The item is taken with the front side facing you. About a third of the way, the T-shirt is folded along with the sleeve towards the center.
The product is folded in half. Straighten out any wrinkles that have occurred.
The second sleeve is folded so that an even rectangle emerges.

Once done, you should end up with a beautiful, neat thing. The same as in presentable clothing stores.

Remarkable!
The method is very effective and will be useful for those people who want to quickly put things in the closet, and then just as quickly take them out and put them on without the need for ironing. But still, before sending for storage, the product should be ironed folded.

The second option of the same method:

The product is placed on a horizontal surface with its front side.
On the left side, the item is folded 1/3 parallel to the side. The seam should “look” towards the collar.
A similar process is done on the opposite side of the T-shirt. The sleeves must be folded as evenly as possible so that they do not wrinkle in the closet. The T-shirt should look like an even rectangle.
The bottom of the T-shirt is folded at the back so that the fold is approximately 10 cm wide.
Now all that remains is to fold the product in half and turn it over with the front side facing you.

Packaging-box

If you have extra money, you can purchase a special gift box that will be the size of a folded T-shirt. In addition to a T-shirt, you can also put other gifts in this box: a box of chocolates, chocolate. This will make the recipient even more happy.

But remember, if you put food in a box with a T-shirt that can get dirty, then the main gift should be packed in another layer, for example, decorative paper.

Choose a contrasting bow for the box. For a red box, it is better to choose a soft pink bow; on a black box, a gold-colored bow will look very beautiful.

A box is the most popular option for decorating holiday gifts.

Italian way

Another good and simple method:

The T-shirt is taken by the shoulder as close to the collar as possible with one hand, and by the hem with the other hand.
The thing is lifted and a bend is created.
The narrower part should be behind the back of the item, along with the sleeve.
Now the T-shirt is folded in half so that the shoulder part lies on the hem.
The second sleeve is folded down again.

The result is that one sleeve is located outside on the back part, the second is between the folded parts. Such a thing will always lie economically in a chest of drawers, on a shelf, in a bag, etc.

Vacuum package

Another good method is to use a vacuum bag. After folding the T-shirts in the traditional or Japanese way, put them in a bag like this. Zip it up and suck out all the air with a vacuum cleaner.

Thanks to this, things will become flat and folded compactly. This makes it even easier to transport a large amount of wardrobe.

These T-shirt folding techniques will help you organize your closet. In addition, you will not need to unwrap the product to see what kind of T-shirt it is.

Bringing beauty to your closet is not so difficult. It is enough to master the Japanese or traditional method perfectly.

Method “For tourists” or “Compact”

Used by tourists, and allows you to rationally distribute all things in any carry-on luggage. They put these things together literally in a matter of seconds. Step by step:

The item laid out on the table is folded from the hem to a width of about 10 cm.
First, the left and then the right parts are folded towards the center so that the thinnest strip of fabric comes out.
The T-shirt is rolled into a compact roll from the top edge and secured with the hem.

Good to know ! The things you folded this way can also be stored in the closet.

Packing “one hundred clothes”

Unwrapping a gift is a special pleasure. If you want to create joyful moments of anticipation for the recipient, use this design option. You will need a box and wrapping paper. Wrap the T-shirt in one or more layers of paper and then place it in a box. You should not make more than four layers so as not to irritate the recipient.

Methodology from the Japanese Kon-Mari

Allows you to quickly get rid of unnecessary things in the house and helps rationally organize the rest used in the household. The method will be especially useful for those who have very little space for things and, for example, have only one chest of drawers.

Instructions:

The item is laid out with either side down on the table.
Mentally divide in half into horizontal and vertical lines.
The left side part is folded so that it is on the same border with the middle.
One of the sleeves is folded back so that there are no protrusions beyond the border of the resulting rectangle.
A similar procedure is performed on the opposite side. The sleeves are also folded.
The result should be a rectangle, which also needs to be mentally divided into 4 equal parts.
The lower part is folded approximately ¾.
Then the product is folded in half and covered with the free edge on top.
Ready. The T-shirt is placed “on its feet” and placed in a box for storage.

Good to know!
It is Japanese methods that are used today by advanced housewives and travelers, as they allow you to achieve maximum comfort in your home or backpack.

Making a folding board with your own hands

Before wrapping a T-shirt as a gift, you can use a board to roll it up. You can make a device for folding and storing T-shirts yourself. It will be useful for those who travel frequently, as well as housewives with large families. For production, you can use improvised materials that are found in every home. Step-by-step algorithm of actions:

Cut 6 blanks of 20 by 30 cm from cardboard.
Arrange them in 2 rows.
Tape it together in the middle.
Do the same on the sides.
Trim any protruding adhesive tape.

If everything is done correctly, you should get a structure of 6 elements. The three upper fragments are connected to each other, the lower parts are scattered. All six blanks are secured with tape in the center. The T-shirt is placed on a cardboard board. First, the sleeves are folded, then the two left side pieces are folded. Then you should repeat the same with the right side. The final stage is the folding of the upper central sectors of the structure.

If you pack T-shirts nicely and neatly, they will last longer because they won’t wrinkle and the fabric won’t deform. To ensure that all movements are completed quickly, it is worth practicing several times on old, unnecessary clothes. Having a special board will greatly simplify the work. Proper folding is a guarantee that the item will always be in excellent condition. Before you beautifully fold a T-shirt as a gift, you need to carefully smooth it out, this will simplify the work.

Cut blanks

Lay out and secure with tape

Ready product

Method "For a gift"

If a T-shirt or shirt is intended for a gift, then it must first be folded beautifully, and then secured so that it does not lose its shape. For fixing, you can take a cardboard sheet of A-4 or A-3 format.

What's next:

The gift is straightened with the front part facing you.
Cardboard is placed in the center. Its upper part should be in contact with the collar.
Both edges are folded so that they “bend around” the cardboard.
The bottom of the T-shirt is folded up, and it can be placed in a gift container.

Good to know!
This “cardboard” method is also great for storing T-shirts in a closet. You just need to pick up the cardboard before the last stage of the procedure. Then all these things should be beautifully placed on top of each other, forming a stack.

In the form of a folded shirt

Simply fold the product and present it as a gift.

Fold the T-shirt with the collar facing out.
Wrap the gift in thick cardboard to give it shape.
Wrap the cardboard in gift paper. This could be glitter wrapping or craft paper. The latter is ideal for a man's gift.
Decorate the gift with a ribbon or bow.

Process on video:

Fold in origami style

A great Japanese way of folding a T-shirt, reminiscent of origami style. With its help, any T-shirt will be beautifully folded in just 3 seconds. The scheme is similar to the “shop” one - it allows you to give things a marketable appearance.

Step by step:

Place the T-shirt on a flat surface with the back facing you.
From the left edge, take the middle of the shoulder seam with one hand, and the bottom of the item with the other.
The product is bent so that it is parallel to the side.
Similar actions are performed on the opposite side. The sleeves should be on top of each other, and the T-shirt itself should be an even rectangular shape.
The bottom of the item is wrapped behind the back.
The rectangle is folded in half.
Turn the T-shirt over to the front.

Packaging with a bow

The gift will look more impressive if you wrap it in bright packaging. This design is suitable for New Year, birthday and other holidays. To prevent the product from becoming wrinkled, place cardboard underneath. You can make the gift even more original if you replace the cardboard with a large postcard or a book, which can also become part of the gift.

Fold the T-shirt, placing cardboard, postcard or any other frame underneath.
Place it on wrapping paper.
Wrap the gift. Secure the ends of the paper with tape.
You should end up with a bundle that retains its shape.
The edges of the package should be neatly straightened.
Decorate the gift with a ribbon or bow.

And if the clothes have “special features”

There are a huge number of T-shirts, and not all of them can be folded using the methods described above. Collars, elongated sleeves, unusual-looking straps, etc. can interfere with this. How to fold them?

Polo

The peculiarity of the polo is the collar, which makes it simply impossible to roll the product into a roll, since the collar will be wrinkled. Therefore, the polo should be folded using the “store” method:

The item is placed on the table with its back facing up. Smooth out thoroughly.
Take the middle of the shoulder with one hand, the hem with the other, and fold it towards the center.
Bend down one sleeve and do the same with the other part of the polo.
You will get a rectangle that needs to be divided into three parts by folding the bottom edge twice.
Then the “design” is turned over to the front side.

What to do with sleeves

A turtleneck or T-shirt can have long sleeves. Such products are folded in the same way as a shirt. If the sleeves are very long (extending beyond the bottom of the item), then first they should be slightly bent, and then folded to the bottom, parallel to the bend. You should get a small fold that seems to “shorten” the sleeve.

How to implement:

They put the thing on the table.
The left side is folded towards the center.
Bend the sleeves so that they lie parallel to the bend.
Similar actions are performed with the other part of the long sleeve.
The bottom edge is folded 1/3, the entire product is folded in half.

How to fold sleeveless vests and tank tops

Tops, sleeveless vests and tank tops don't take up much space in your closet. But, if there is too little space to store things, then it will be useful to know how to compactly fold such products. You can do this in just 4 simple steps:

They put the thing on the table.
Both sides are overlapped.
The edges of the product are folded on both sides towards the center.
Fold the rectangle in half.

Good to know!
If a sleeveless vest or T-shirt is too long, then you should fold the two sides, fold the bottom 2/3 towards the center, and fold the top edge over the top. Then the product needs to be folded in half.

What devices will make folding things easier?

In stores, all things are in perfectly even piles, sorted by color and size. To create such beauty, consultants disassemble them daily and fold them using a simple device.

In stores you can find plastic devices for folding clothes.

It looks like a plastic tablet made of 4 segments that bend inward. The two side ones are long, the center ones are short. The folder makes it easier to put things in order, since the process takes less than a minute: the clothes are straightened on its surface and its sides are folded alternately. First the side ones, then the bottom one in the center. This board can be used for T-shirts, sweaters, long sleeves, shirts.

This device greatly simplifies the process of folding things.

At home, a folder is needed when you have washed a lot of laundry. It will save time and effort during monotonous work. It’s easy to make an analogue of such a device yourself. You will need thick cardboard, scissors, pencil, ruler, tape. The size of the clothing stacks will depend on the parameters of the inner upper rectangle.

It’s easy to make this thing yourself from waste cardboard. It works exactly on the same principle as the store-bought one.

For adult men's and women's clothing, 20*30 cm is suitable, for children's clothing - less. The manufacturing process is simple: cut out the necessary blanks from cardboard, connect them with tape as shown in the diagram. Standard segment sizes are 20*30 and 20*60, 2 pieces each. You can choose any convenient size, taking into account the width of the shelf on which things will be stored in the future.

Now you can fold T-shirts using this device.

In addition to a tablet, a hardcover notebook is used to get even stacks of things. It is suitable for folding shirts and polos using the “store” method, but at the same time, place a notebook in front of you as a guide, and after folding the item, take it out.

Proper folding will give your clothes a compact shape and ensure they don't get wrinkled.

Organizing your closet is a housewife's dream, but it is important that the process does not take much time. To do this, you need to use special devices or regularly use the same method of folding things. The fastest of them takes a few seconds, the most compact is rolled laundry. Comfort during storage and quick search are the advantages of a closet with neatly arranged clothes.

If you use a fabric softener when washing, the T-shirt will stop electrifying, which means it will fold better and will not wrinkle.

How to fold a T-shirt using special tools

There are special devices that allow you to fold T-shirts, shirts, polos, bed linen, towels, and other products of this type as quickly as possible. Efficiency is the main advantage, since the item is “packed” in literally 2-3 minutes.

This device is a board measuring 70 by 60 cm. The material is durable plastic that can bend. This coating is reliable and durable - it can withstand more than 100,000 bends.

How things work out with its help:

The board is placed on the table. The area where there are no holes is located towards itself. The item is placed so that its front is at the bottom.
If the product is too large, then its bottom should be pulled slightly towards you.
Then the right and left parts of the board are turned over in turn, after which the item is folded in half.
At the end you just need to tip the bottom of the board up.

Round packaging

This is a universal option that is suitable for a T-shirt, shirt, sweater. The materials you will need are:

wrapping;
ribbon;
a piece of rope;
brooch;
scissors.

Here are the instructions for creating the packaging:

Measure out the required amount of paper and cut a piece.
Divide the paper into several strips. It is better to have as many of them as possible. The additional strips will be used to create a structure retainer.
Try to match the pattern of the paper.
Connect all the strips at one point using a brooch. Instead of a brooch, you can take a decorative ribbon.
Tie the product with threads. The place where all the ends meet will be the middle of the package.
Connect the free ends of the strips. It is advisable to make the connection in batches of 5-6 strips.
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Once the ball of strips is assembled, tie the base of the structure with a rope.
Decorate the packaging with a decorative bow made from ribbon.
You can add other decorations.

You should not use the same rope for the bow that you used to connect the strips.

How to pack a T-shirt in a suitcase

First, the product should be ironed and then rolled up - this will save as much space as possible in your suitcase and the item will not wrinkle. Such rolls are placed at the very end of the luggage package - they try to fill all the empty spaces.

The process is as follows:

The T-shirt is laid out on the table.
The left and right sleeves are laid towards the center.
The product is rolled from top to bottom.

Women's T-shirt packaging idea

The wrapper can be made from beautiful decorative paper.

Cut a piece of paper to the desired size. The sheet should be 2 times larger than the folded T-shirt.
Place the gift in the center of a piece of paper and fold the edges over to create an envelope.
Wrap the created package with rope.
Decorate the gift with a button by passing the end of a string through it.
Make a bow.

Additionally, the bundle can be decorated with lace, beads, artificial or fresh flowers.

It is recommended to choose wrapping paper for girls in soft colors. Decorative materials of the same shade should also be used.

How to fold T-shirts so they don't wrinkle

You can quickly fold things in different ways. Each of them involves performing certain actions that will give a compact shape and ensure that the clothes cannot wrinkle.

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How to fold a T-shirt in 2 seconds

Using this life hack, you can fold a T-shirt as quickly as possible. Of course, initially this will not take two seconds, but much more time. But having mastered the basic steps, you will be able to fold things without much difficulty, without fear that they will get wrinkled.

The procedure for folding a T-shirt in one motion:

Lay the item out on a flat surface with the right side facing up.
The neck of the product should be on the right side, and its bottom should be on the left.
Imagine a straight line in the neckline: starting from the middle of the far shoulder seam and ending at the bottom of the product.
You can use the ribbon as a guide.
Next, use the finger of your left hand to mark the middle of the line and pinch the fabric in this place, making sure that the front and back parts are captured.
Hold the fabric with your right hand in the place where the line originates, that is, near the collar, the hands should not intersect.
Subsequently, move your right hand, without releasing the top point, down the line and also grab the fabric.
Extend your crossed arms and lift your T-shirt, moving your left hand along the edge hanging from your right arm.
The item should hang with the remaining sleeve down.
Fold the product on top of it; if the sleeve peeks out, then you need to tuck it under the bottom manually.

Advice! If you use a fabric softener when washing, the T-shirt will stop electrifying, which means it will fold better and will not wrinkle.

This method saves significant time

How to fold a T-shirt like in a store

When buying a new product, you can notice how correctly it is folded so that it does not wrinkle. But it is quite possible to fold an item at home, just like in a store. To do this, you must clearly follow certain steps.

Procedure:

Place the product face down and smooth it out evenly.
Fold both sleeves in the vertical part of the product.
Fold one side over so that it is approximately in the center.
Do the same on the other side, but without overlapping them.
Fold the bottom of the product, placing it at the level of the neckline.
Turn over.

This method creates a compact shape and ensures that the T-shirt will not wrinkle.

Thanks to this method, the item retains its presentation and does not have creases or folds.

How to compactly roll a T-shirt into a tube

Rolling the product into a kind of roll helps to significantly save space in your closet, suitcase or bag.

Algorithm of actions:

Place the product face down.
Fold the bottom edge to a height of 10-15 cm.
Fold one of the sides so that its seam is parallel to the fold line.
Carefully straighten the sleeve, it should be in the center.
Do the same on the other side.
Place the second sleeve on top of the first and carefully fold it outward.
Roll the product into a tube, starting from the top.
Turn the folded hem upside down to prevent possible unwinding.

Important! This method does not guarantee that things will not be wrinkled at all.

This method is more suitable for children's things and their further storage in the chest of drawers

How to Fold a Long Sleeve T-Shirt

Using this method, you will need the ability to visually divide an object into equal parts and align the edges strictly along the line. This will give the T-shirt a compact shape and prevent it from getting wrinkled.

Sequencing:

Lay the item face down on a flat surface without creases or folds.
Fold the left side to the middle of the shoulder seam, which is 1/3 of the product.
The sleeve should lie vertically. Make a neat bend.
Similar actions must be performed on the right side.
The result will be a large rectangle; both sleeves should be parallel in the center.
At the end, bend the lower part to the width of your palm.
Fold the resulting square in half again towards the neck.

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In this case, you should be careful to keep the sleeves in perfect shape.

How to fold a T-shirt vertically

This method is ideal for storing things in small chest drawers. With it, you can fold the product without a single crease and take it out at any time without damaging the overall structure.

Procedure:

Place the item face up on a hard, flat surface.
Alternately fold both sides lengthwise towards the center, and bend the sleeves in the opposite direction.
As a result of these actions, you should get a long rectangle, the width of which will be 1/3 of the entire product.
Fold the bottom edge to a height of 10-15 cm and fold it in half.

Folded items on edge cannot become wrinkled and always maintain a presentable appearance

How to quickly fold a T-shirt can be clearly seen in the video diagram, which is located at the end.

How to fold a T-shirt using Marie Kondo's method

This method of folding T-shirts was developed by a famous Japanese specialist who is sure that it is better to store things not lying down, but standing up.

The procedure is carried out as follows:

Place the product face down on a flat surface.
Fold either side inward so that the side seam is parallel to the fold and the sleeve is located in the center of the product.
Do the same with the other half, lay the sleeves on top of each other.
The result should be a long fabric rectangle, which should be mentally divided into four sections.
Fold ¾ of the bottom of the product towards the neck.
Fold the bent section in half in the same direction.
As a result, fold in half what you got.

Using this method, the product can be easily removed from the cabinet without being wrinkled

How to fold a T-shirt using the Japanese method

This method allows you to neatly fold an ironed T-shirt, and do it quickly in a matter of seconds, without fear that it may wrinkle.

Algorithm of actions:

Lay the item out on a flat surface with the right side facing up.
With your right hand you need to take the middle of the shoulder seam and mentally draw a line down from this point.
Approximately determine its center and grab it with your left hand.
Without letting go of the shoulder seam, with your right hand take the bottom point of the visual line and grab it.
Lift the T-shirt from the surface, spread your arms in different directions and shake.
Then fold the item in half.

Important! To achieve good results when folding T-shirts this way, you need to ensure that all movements are clear and consistent.

Initially, you should work out the procedure and practice several times.

Multi-colored landmarks can be used to indicate the main points

How to quickly fold a T-shirt using three points

Using this express method of folding a T-shirt after ironing, you can complete the procedure in a matter of seconds. The main thing is to practice manual dexterity, and then you can definitely count on your clothes not being wrinkled.

Operating principle:

Lay the ironed T-shirt on a hard surface so that the front part is at the bottom.
Mentally draw a line in your head from the center of the shoulder seam to the bottom, divide it into three equal segments.
With two fingers of your left hand, take the fabric at the top of the line, and with your right hand, in the center.
Hands should be kept parallel.
Without letting go of the fabric, grab the bottom point with your left hand, passing it under your right.
Turn the T-shirt in a lying position in a clockwise direction.
Lift, without unclenching your hands, shake slightly.
Straighten your T-shirt.
Fold the item in half and tuck the opposite side edge.

In this way, you won’t be able to fold a men’s or women’s T-shirt the first time. But don’t despair, as in the future it will work out better and faster.

This method requires preliminary training.