I Used to Work Retail, and This $13 Gadget Made Me an Expert Folder

Reflecting on my time working in retail, it’s a blur of mixed emotions. I remember standing on my feet for most of the day, laughing with coworkers in the break room, ensuring the exact hanger spacing, and meeting people from all over the world. It was hard and fun, and reminiscing about that period made me remember a gadget that made life a little easier (and something I can buy for my home!). Enter: the clothing folder. 

The Geniusidea clothing folder is a foldable board that spans 27.16×22.44 inches when open (it’s 9×11.4 inches when closed). Simply lay your piece of clothing — whether that’s a long or short-sleeve shirt or pants — on the board and, depending on the item, use the side panels to fold your clothes. (If you need clearer instructions, the brand provides a video on how to use it for any piece of clothing.) 

You can choose between a blue or black clothing folder, knowing that the plastic material is durable and should last at least three years. Imagine how much folding you can do in that time! The folder is less than $13 and is so easy to use that children can learn how to work it. 

While I haven’t tested this exact clothing folder, it’s just like the one I used at my retail jobs. I remember feeling a sense of military precision while folding clothes and not even feeling upset when my pristine piles were messed up, because that just meant more organizing. Similar to the effect washing dishes has on me, it felt like a mindless way to de-stress. I’m not the only one who found the clothing folder beneficial. 

Mary, an Amazon reviewer, wrote, “I love this tee shirt folder, it is sturdy and works well to fold shirts neatly and makes nice, neat stacks for shelves or drawers. Lauren H., another Amazon reviewer, added, “I never thought I’d get excited about folding laundry, but this plastic shirt folder has honestly made a big difference in my routine. It’s lightweight, durable, and incredibly easy to use. After a quick YouTube tutorial, I was folding shirts like a retail pro in seconds. Everything comes out looking neat and uniform, which not only saves me time but also makes my closet look way more organized. I even got my kids to use it —and they think it’s fun!”

Make laundry days a breeze (and fun!) with this simple, effective clothing folder. Pretty soon, your closet will look more like a fancy department store — and that’s on organization goals. 

Buy: Geniusidea T-Shirt Folder, $12.99