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Fold Socks in 6 Steps: Skip Tight Balls and File Them Upright

Instead of turning one cuff inside out to make a ball, pair and fold your socks flat, then arrange them upright. Existing small boxes can create easy drawer sections.

5 min read2026-10-28

Original MADE.COM tutorial demonstrating KonMari sock folding

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↗OriginalOfficial KonMari sock-folding FAQOriginal publisher: KonMari→

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Clean, completely dry socks
Flat surface
Sock drawer
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How to

1. Empty the sock section and match pairs. Let any damp socks dry fully first and decide whether to repair pairs with holes before storing them.
2. Undo pairs that have been balled together by flipping one cuff over the other. KonMari recommends folding socks flat rather than stretching their cuffs around a tight ball.
3. Lay one sock on top of its partner, aligning toes and heels. Smooth them gently without stretching the elastic opening.
4. Bring the toe end up and fold the pair in halves or thirds to match your drawer depth. Aim for a compact rectangle without wrapping the cuff around the whole bundle.
5. Stand the folded pairs side by side with the folded edges visible. IKEA recommends folded or rolled items arranged upright so you can find one without digging beneath a stack.
6. Group ankle, crew and sports socks, using spare small boxes as dividers if helpful. Leave enough room to remove a pair without disturbing the others and put frequently worn pairs within easy reach.

One more tip

Ankle socks and bulky bed socks may need different numbers of folds. Adjust to drawer height, avoid packing too tightly and treat this as an optional organizing method, not a rule.

Sources and media

KonMari — Common Questions About the KonMari Fold
KonMari — How to Fold Clothes with the KonMari Method
IKEA Korea — 깔끔한 서랍장 정리정돈을 위한 5가지 팁
MADE.COM — How to Fold Socks the Marie Kondo Way

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