Read on for our guide. Tip It’s important to fold clothes fresh out of the dryer to prevent wrinkles. Use a flat surface to ensure sharper creases. The Spruce / Leticia Almeida To save space for packing, rolling clothes is ideal. The Spruce / Leticia Almeida The Spruce / Leticia Almeida The Spruce / Leticia Almeida The Spruce / Leticia Almeida The Spruce / Leticia Almeida The Spruce / Leticia Almeida...

These 7 techniques will maximize space and keep your pants looking their best. Use this or the abovehanging methodto hang the pants high enough in your closet to prevent creasing. The Spruce / Meg MacDonald The Spruce / Meg MacDonald The Spruce / Meg MacDonald The Spruce / Meg MacDonald The Spruce / Meg MacDonald The Spruce / Meg MacDonald The Spruce / Meg MacDonald The Spruce / Meg MacDonald

But by using a few quick folding methods, your sock drawer will look like it was justprofessionally organized. Tip Declutter and purgeold, worn socks to manage your sock drawer. Flip Them Inside Out Fold socks by flipping them inside out. The Spruce / Meg MacDonald This is a quick way to keep pairs of casual or sports socks together. Flipping them inside out is also a great way to fold socks for a suitcase....

Paperwhite bulbs are typically available at retailers from the first of October through late winter. However, they might not be easy to find during the outdoor growing season. When to Force Paperwhites to Bloom Paperwhite bulbs can be forced into bloom almost anytime. The Spruce / Heidi Kolsky But it is very common to do it over the winter months as a tempting harbinger of springtime. For instance, if you wantChristmas blooms, start forcing the bulbs a week or so before Thanksgiving....

Basic Components of a Wall A framed wall is a simple yet flexible design. Precise placement of the studs horizontally and vertically is what makes the design so strong. This two-by-four runs horizontally and rests on the floor. The Spruce / Kevin Norris At the top, they will connect with the top plates. Generally, it’s safest to space the studs every 16 inches. Top Plates (Horizontal) Paralleling the bottom plate are two top plates, also two-by-fours....

Learn how to remove stains and freshen wool sweaters using vinegar. Any detergent residue left in the fibers can also attract soil more quickly. Warning Do not use flavored vinegar like balsamic or red wine vinegar when cleaning. The Spruce / Meg MacDonald They can stain a light-colored fabric. Apple cider vinegar can be used to freshen dark-colored wools. Dampen a microfiber cloth with some vinegar and dab the stains....

Frost over a stencil to create intricate designs of your own making. Create real frosted glass with etching cream, a chemical that abrades the glass for permanent results. Etching cream is suitable for either indoor or outdoor glass since the frosting effect will not wear off. Andreas von Einsiedel/ Getty Images Frosted glass spray doesn’t etch the glass. Instead, it’s a translucent haze that simulates frosted glass. Since frosted glass spray is a covering, it will come off if used in exterior applications....

In addition totypical houseplants, certain herbs, fruits, andvegetablescan thrive in an apartment garden. Here’s everything you should probably know about how to start your apartment garden off right. Want more gardening tips? The Spruce / Sandhya Moraes Soil Plants depend on their soil for water, oxygen, and nutrients. Potting mix is light and fluffy, efficiently circulating oxygen and water to keep roots healthy. Carrying watering cans can get tedious, especially if you have several containers to keep watered....

They’re also challenging to walk on and work on. Gardening on a slope additionally comes with the risk of soil runoff. However, hillsides also have some built-in advantages. The Spruce / Marie Iannotti Soil erosion is bound to happen with water and gravity doing the dirty work. you’re able to also stagger retaining walls to build a tiered garden on a slope. Consider installing a retaining wall if you have a steep slope of over 50% or 45 degrees....

ChiccoDodiFC / Getty Images For those who love it, gardening is unmatched in its joy. Plus, ifpopular houseplantsarent your thing and youd rather grow garden plants indoorsgo for it! Do you have a penchant for finicky,carnivorous plants? ChiccoDodiFC / Getty Images An indoor greenhouse cabinet or grow tent may help you achieve the perfect conditions. Want more gardening tips? They work well in apartments, condos, and homes alike. As long as you have a window, you, too, can cultivate a stunning window box garden....

It’s also a nice way to repurpose plastics that would otherwise be headed for recycling or a landfill. Any plantsuited for a containercan successfully grow in a 2 or 5-gallon plastic bucket. Restaurants, bakeries, and groceries use food-grade buckets for transporting and storing ingredients. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly Once emptied they can be purchased for next to nothing or even procured for free. Add drainage holes in the bottom and you have affordable ‘pots’....

With the right amount of heat and moisture,starting seeds indoorsis simple. Soon, you’ll have plants ready to transfer to the garden or a container. Learn all the basics of germination and seed starting indoors below. ThamKC / iStock / Getty Images Plus What Is Germination? Heat mats placed under the seed starting tray are an excellent way to give the seeds a quick start. What Seeds Can You Start Indoors? The Spruce / Jason Donnelly...

Grace Cary/ Getty Images Granite countertopsare classic, fitting for a variety of homes and styles. It’s no wonder so many homeowners worry about scratching or staining their counters. A yellowed stain from olive oil or a dark splotch from spilt coffee can ruin your eye-catching masterpiece. Grace Cary/ Getty Images You also want to confirm that the blemish is, in fact, a stain and not etching. Etching indicates damage done to the countertop’s sealant, and not the stone itself....