How to Fold a Hoodie
Hoodie Storage
To fold your hoodie properly you need to lay the front (open hoodie) face down on the flat surface you are using. Both the Basic Fold and KonMari fold begin with this position. After that it is a simple sequence to fold each methods, that will allow you to save space when storing your hoodie. If you wear your hoodie often, I suggest you hang up your hoodie instead.
This is How to Fold a Hoodie: 2 Simple Methods.
Welcome to our article on how to fold a hoodie.
If you are like me, 99% of the time, my hoodies hang up in the closet because I get so much use out of them.
However, the hoodies will hibernate my closet cubbies or Chester drawers with seasonal changes to warmer weather. Due to their size, they can take up all the available space if quickly folded twice and tossed into their summer resting place.
Keeping your hoodie from wrinkling will keep it looking good, but you can do many other things to keep your hoodie looking and feeling fresh. Let our guides help you.
Now, let me dive into how to perfect these two fold below.
How to Fold a Hoodie
After you have washed your hoodie (sweater, sweatshirt) and dried it properly so it doesn’t shrink (unless you wanted to shrink your hoodie), let our guide on how to fold clothes help you properly store the rest of your clothing.
1. How to do a Basic Fold on your Hoodie
1. Lay hoodie on a table
Place the hoodie on a table (kitchen table or desk in your room) and lay it with the back facing upward and the hoodie down. If your hoodie has a zipper or front pocket, both should be facing down at this stage.
2. Cross the sleeves
Take each arm, one at a time, and cross them over the middle of the hoodie. The hoodie shape should form a rectangle with the hood poking out at the bottom.
3. Fold over the top half
Grab the top half of the hoodie and fold it evenly over the bottom half. Let the hood hang over the bottom as you align the bottom of the hoodie with the shoulders.
4. Fold vertically
Fold the hoodie vertically into quarters. Grab one side of the hoodie and fold it vertically over the other half. Allow the hood to hang over the bottom. Pull it out if it is trapped in the fold. This should end up making the hoodie look like a square.
5. Open the hood and fold
Open the hood and stretch it over the folded rectangle until it envelopes the folded section.
6. Store in suitcase
Store in carry on or check in luggage if you are heading off for a travel. If your not leaving anywhere, then store this in your cubby or drawer.
How to do a Basic Fold on your Hoodie: Tips
- Any clear space that will fit the arm’s length of your hoodie will work for this. Just make sure there is no dirt or spills on the surface.
- Once folded, your hoodie should take the shape of a square and the hood covering the rest of the fabric.
2. How to do a KonMari Fold on your Hoodie
1. Lay hoodie on a table
Lay the hoodie down on a table. While positioning the hoodie on the table, place the hoodie face down so that any zippers or front hoods face downward.
2. Fold sides toward center
Fold the hoodie sides towards the center. Fold the hoodie vertically into thirds and fold in the end thirds towards the center third so that the two ends touch.
3. Fold sleeves toward center
Grab each sleeve and fold them in half over the middle, one at a time. Position the sleeves so each one lies over the two ends folded into the center.
4. Fold the hood
Grab the hood and fold it down over the hoodie’s seam line, smoothing out any creases as you do so. The hood should rest over the center of the hoodie’s sleeves and folded sides.
5. Divide the hoodie
Divide the hoodie into the top, bottom, and middle (thirds). Roll the bottom third of the hoodie over the middle and top for a tight, even finish.
6. Store in a suitcase
Store in carry on or check in luggage if you are heading off for a travel. If your not leaving anywhere, then store this in your cubby or drawer.
How to do a KonMari Fold on your hoodie: Tips
- Tables, beds, or a clear area on the floor all work well for folding your hoodie.
- Smooth the edges after each fold to keep the hoodie secure when you put it in your closet.
- Once finished, you want the hoodie to look like a tight tube.
How to Fold a Hoodie FAQ
The best way to fold a hoodie to save space is to use the KonMari fold.
There is no incorrect way to store your hoodie. If you wear it often and have closet space, hanging your hoodie will be easier and more efficient. While folding your hoodie for storage will put less stress on the fabric over time.
The best way to pack a hoodie is to fold, not roll. Due to the amount of fabric used in a hoodie, rolling it up will take up more space than folding it with a basic fold or using the KonMari fold.
