MY LAUNDRY ROUTINE, IRONING, TUMBLE DRYER, FOLDING TOWELS TIPS & HACKS | LAUNDRY MOTIVATION

Introduction

This tutorial outlines an efficient laundry routine, including ironing techniques, tumble dryer usage, and towel folding tips inspired by Hayley Leitch's laundry vlog. By following these steps, you can streamline your laundry process and maintain your fabrics effectively.

Step 1: Gather Your Laundry Supplies

Before starting your laundry routine, ensure you have the following items ready:

• Belling Condenser Tumble Dryer
• Addis Ironing Board
• JML Phoenix Copper Pro iron
• Fabric softener (like Comfort Blue)
• DIY laundry sheets or dryer balls
• Baby wipes for fabric softener
• Clean cloth for lint tray maintenance
• Sealed jars for storing fabric softener solutions

Tips

• Use jars to create DIY laundry sheets by mixing fabric softener with water.
• Consider using candle jars for easy storage and access.

Step 2: Set Up Your Ironing Space

1. Position your ironing board in a convenient location near your laundry area.
2. Fill your JML iron with water for steam functionality.
3. Prepare a fabric softener spray by mixing fabric softener with water in a spray bottle.

Practical Advice

• Invest in a sturdy ironing board for better stability and ease of use.

Step 3: Iron Your Clothes

1. Plug in your iron and allow it to heat up.
2. Start with one garment at a time:
   • Lay the garment flat on the ironing board.
   • Use the steam function to remove wrinkles effectively.
3. Repeat for all clothes, adjusting the heat setting based on fabric type.

Common Pitfalls

• Avoid using too high a temperature for delicate fabrics to prevent burns or damage.

Step 4: Towel Folding Technique

1. Iron your towels to soften the fabric and remove any creases.
2. Fold the towel in half, bringing the two shorter edges together.
3. Fold in half again, ensuring the label is at the bottom.
4. Tuck the sides slightly over each other, then fold the towel in half once more.

Practical Application

• This method helps store towels neatly and saves space in your linen closet.

Step 5: Prepare and Use the Tumble Dryer

1. Clean the lint tray before loading clothes into the dryer:
   • Remove lint and place it in a jar for disposal or crafting.
2. Load the dryer and add dryer balls or baby wipes soaked in fabric softener.
3. Select the appropriate drying setting based on fabric type.

Maintenance Advice

• Regularly clean the lint tray to maintain dryer efficiency and longevity.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can create an effective laundry routine that simplifies the process of washing, ironing, and folding clothes. Don’t forget to share your own laundry tips and hacks on social media using the hashtag #HayleysHelp. Happy laundering!