Do You Really Have to Micro-Fold Everything?
Let’s clear up a common misperception in professional organizing: that everything in your drawers has to be perfectly folded. Precise micro folds are where every edge is crisp, items can stand upright, and each edge is tucked in - creating tidy envelopes out of each garment.
The truth? You don’t have to fold everything that way. There are other options, with pros and cons to each one. The key is to select (or learn) whichever method works best for you.
Micro folding can be a fantastic technique. It’s ideal when you’re working with small spaces, tight drawers, or you want to maximize storage. It helps reduce wasted space, protects the fabric, and lets you see your items at a glance—no digging required. And, perhaps most importantly, it FEELS GREAT for those people who are natural micro-organizers.
However, such precision takes time and space on the front end. Flat surfaces are required for precise folding, you need to know the folding techiniques, and sometimes folding boards, dividers and/or ironing are required if precision is your goal. Even with a more casual folding style, you will also need the spatial awareness to customize your fold to fit your drawers.
But don’t despair! If you want to micro fold but don’t know how, it is a learned skill. It can take practice and patience, but if it interests you, go for it! Watch a few how-to videos or better yet—let us show you during a session. Hands-on organizing support is one of our favorite things to offer. But if micro folding doesn’t work for your routine, that’s okay! There are other great organizing strategies.
I love to remind my clients that organizing should fit your life, not the other way around. Your life, habits, space and organizing style may fit best with options such as:
◈ Hanging all or most of your clothing
◈ Using labeled bins for categories like workout gear, socks and underwear
◈ Rolling pajamas, long underwear and casual outfits
◈ Simply folding loosely and stacking in drawers or baskets
The goal of any organizing system is this: it needs to be functional, sustainable, and bring you a sense of ease. You deserve a daily life that is smoother, calmer, and less stressful. Whether your socks are folded into precise pockets or tossed in a labeled bin, if it works for you, it works.
And if you’re not sure what system is best for your space or your habits? That’s exactly what we do. We help you find a custom organizing solution that fits your life.
If you need expert organizing help, don't hesitate to reach out. Visit pinkyjackson.com to schedule a free assessment. We would love to help you with our Onsite Organizing services if you are in the Louisville, KY area or our Virtual Organizing services if you are more remote or prefer to work online.
Pinky Jackson is an Organizing Expert and Decluttering Specialist. She and her team organize homes & small businesses in Louisville, KY. For more information about Pinky’s pricing & services or to schedule your free assessment, go topinkyjackson.com
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