How to FOLD a FITTED SHEET * Ok, so it won't look like it did when it was brand new, but this is realistic for the average person. It will look neat and tidy in your linen cabinet.
(1) Put one fitted corner tightly into another one. I find it's easiest later to do the upper and lower corner of one long side, so you're working with the width of the sheet later, rather than the length.
(2) Put the other 2 matching corners inside each other and bring them up to go into the first 2 corners. (3) Stick all 4 corners in there, so the corner points meet and smooth it.
(4) Lay the sheet on a flat surface and fold down both edges, in towards the center of the sheet. (5) You may want to do the long edge first, and then fold the fitted corner edge over that one. You should have somewhat of a rectangle now.
(6) Fold the probably-uneven edge (opposite of the folded corner edge) up, so that it's straight across. (7) Then fold the whole sheet in half (bottom edge in photo 6 towards top edge in photo 6)
(8-10) Fold the now-long-rectangle in thirds (or quarters). You can now stack the folded top sheet and pillow case(s) on top.
(1) Put one fitted corner tightly into another one. I find it's easiest later to do the upper and lower corner of one long side, so you're working with the width of the sheet later, rather than the length.
(2) Put the other 2 matching corners inside each other and bring them up to go into the first 2 corners. (3) Stick all 4 corners in there, so the corner points meet and smooth it.
(4) Lay the sheet on a flat surface and fold down both edges, in towards the center of the sheet. (5) You may want to do the long edge first, and then fold the fitted corner edge over that one. You should have somewhat of a rectangle now.
(6) Fold the probably-uneven edge (opposite of the folded corner edge) up, so that it's straight across. (7) Then fold the whole sheet in half (bottom edge in photo 6 towards top edge in photo 6)
(8-10) Fold the now-long-rectangle in thirds (or quarters). You can now stack the folded top sheet and pillow case(s) on top.
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I LOVE the zippered plastic cases that new bedding comes in! I stick sheets for the guest room beds in there (since I don't change them often). The larger bag has 2 sets of mix&match sheets ** You can stick in a dryer sheet too, to keep them smelling freshly washed.
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No zippered plastic bags? Then stick your folded sheet sets into one of the pillow cases from the set!
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After fighting with a down comforter to get it into a zippered plastic bag, I found it was much easier to fold it into thirds (lengthwise), and then ROLL it up (rather than try to fold it)
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micro-fleece
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flannel
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If you love flannel sheets in the winter, I highly recommend getting a set or 2 of MICRO-FLEECE instead! They're puffier and much softer. They don't shrink down, pill up or get stiff like flannel sheets ~ and they'll keep you just as warm.
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MICRO-FLEECE SHEETS are about the same price as flannel sheets (or even less) * I buy them on Overstock.com or from eBay
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I confess! I'm a "SHEET SNOB"!! (I may wear Levis and flip-flops, but my SHEETS have to be upscale) For years, I have only bought 100% cotton (usually Egyptian) that is 1200 TC or higher (most are 1500-1800 TC). My husband (who could care less about what he wears) actually commented that the sheets "felt like cardboard" when we started at someone's house!! ** I usually find the best deals on high thread count sheets at Overstock.com (although you may find them on eBay too). NOTE: I did buy a set of MICRO-FIBER 1500 T.C. sheets recently to see if I could tell the difference (they only cost about $45/set for queen). They were exceptionally soft, but I thought they stretched a little bit after a few days on the bed. But, if you can't afford high TC pure cotton sheets, these are DEFINITELY much better than percale or anything lower than 1000 TC cotton sheets!
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WASH your PILLOWS in the WASHING MACHINE?? Of course you can! Feather, down, foam or synthetic....
1/2 cup liquid laundry detergent + 1/4 cup baking (or washing) soda + 1/2 cup plain white vinegar + about 1/4 cup bleach (I put that into the automatic bleach dispenser) ** LARGE load ~ HOT setting ~ DELICATE cycle ** Put 2 pillows in at one time **
Low heat or air/fluff dry ** Add 2 tennis balls (or clean sneakers) to the dryer to help "fluff" them up". Don't put foam pillows in the dryer though (they may melt) ~ air dry them (outside is even better)
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I confess! I'm a "SHEET SNOB"!! (I may wear Levis and flip-flops, but my SHEETS have to be upscale) For years, I have only bought 100% cotton (usually Egyptian) that is 1200 TC or higher (most are 1500-1800 TC). My husband (who could care less about what he wears) actually commented that the sheets "felt like cardboard" when we started at someone's house!! ** I usually find the best deals on high thread count sheets at Overstock.com (although you may find them on eBay too). NOTE: I did buy a set of MICRO-FIBER 1500 T.C. sheets recently to see if I could tell the difference (they only cost about $45/set for queen). They were exceptionally soft, but I thought they stretched a little bit after a few days on the bed. But, if you can't afford high TC pure cotton sheets, these are DEFINITELY much better than percale or anything lower than 1000 TC cotton sheets!
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WASH your PILLOWS in the WASHING MACHINE?? Of course you can! Feather, down, foam or synthetic....
1/2 cup liquid laundry detergent + 1/4 cup baking (or washing) soda + 1/2 cup plain white vinegar + about 1/4 cup bleach (I put that into the automatic bleach dispenser) ** LARGE load ~ HOT setting ~ DELICATE cycle ** Put 2 pillows in at one time **
Low heat or air/fluff dry ** Add 2 tennis balls (or clean sneakers) to the dryer to help "fluff" them up". Don't put foam pillows in the dryer though (they may melt) ~ air dry them (outside is even better)
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Not sure what my grandkids got on this pillow.. but it sure needs cleaning!
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Not perfect, but a heck of a lot better now!
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When it's hot and sunny, I put my pillows outside for a few hours. They'll fluff up and smell incredibly good! The sun will disinfect and freshen them even better than washing in the machine!
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Need a NEW MATTRESS? They say you should get a new mattress every 8 years, but spending $800+ every 8 years is silly! Just buy a 3-5" MEMORY FOAM pad and put it on top of your mattress! I'll replace the memory foam pad every 5 years or so, but that's only $50-$100 for a queen size bed, so not that bad. ** Then, you can cut down the old memory foam to stick on twin beds, or even use pieces to stuff a pillow cover for new throw pillows! ** Again, I've found the best prices on Overstock.com for them (especially since they only charge $2.95 shipping)
Do your FITTED SHEETS keep popping off the corners? For years, I've used those white sheet "garters" to keep the corners down tight. You can find them at any bedding or discount store ~ and they're really inexpensive.
Do your FITTED SHEETS keep popping off the corners? For years, I've used those white sheet "garters" to keep the corners down tight. You can find them at any bedding or discount store ~ and they're really inexpensive.
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How to MAKE YOUR BED ~ the FAST and EASY WAY ** Yes, I used to go through the hassle of a separate bedspread and lots of throw pillows too, but just don't want to bother with that all the time! Now, I have lightweight, inexpensive quilts for every season. I just straighten the covers in the morning, and turn down the sheet at the top (like they do in a hotel). In warm weather, the light quilt is enough ~ but I'll put a down comforter under it in the winter. If you use an electric blanket, you can just fold the quilt down at the foot of the bed at night ** When company comes over, I'll put a few throw pillows at the head of the bed so it looks prettier **
How to MAKE YOUR BED ~ the FAST and EASY WAY ** Yes, I used to go through the hassle of a separate bedspread and lots of throw pillows too, but just don't want to bother with that all the time! Now, I have lightweight, inexpensive quilts for every season. I just straighten the covers in the morning, and turn down the sheet at the top (like they do in a hotel). In warm weather, the light quilt is enough ~ but I'll put a down comforter under it in the winter. If you use an electric blanket, you can just fold the quilt down at the foot of the bed at night ** When company comes over, I'll put a few throw pillows at the head of the bed so it looks prettier **
3 throw pillows to dress it up
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the everyday look
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FALL quilt
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SPRING quilt
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SUMMER quilt
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WINTER / Holiday quilt
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an extra quilt in case I get tired of looking at any of the other ones
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