I have recently discovered the absolute best way to save time while doing the laundry. As often as possible try to purchase the same white socks. That way when you pull the socks out of the dryer you don’t have to spend time sorting. Every sock will match any other and if you lose one sock you have plenty of others to pair it with.
Whenever my husband is in need of new socks I try to buy a few bags at a time. That way if the socks are worn out or get lost along the way I can just crack open a new bag and throw them into the mix. If you follow this trick you will be amazed at how fast you can sort the laundry.
My friend suggested following the same procedure when purchasing socks for children. Although she has one boy and one girl she buys the same bags of boys socks for both of them. The socks are all the same size so when they come out of the dryer she just has to pair them together. She never has to sort them.
Amanda
Monday 6th of February 2012
I love this idea! I actually have done it with everyone in the family. I also bought mesh bags to seperate each persons socks. They are on each individuals hamper and they just have to toss them in. When I do my collection I just grab the bag and toss it in. Works great! Another tip to cut down on drying time is tennis balls. They cut your time down by about 25% while fluffing bulky items at the same time!
Anonymous
Monday 19th of November 2007
Hi, found your nice blog through a comment you left on getrichslowly.org
"so when they come out of the dryer she just has to pair them together."
Isn't this just more wasted time? Just throw them all into a drawer and the kids can take any 2 out!
One Frugal Girl
Thursday 15th of November 2007
Actually, my friend said the width at the ankle is wider on boy's socks than girl's. Also she said the boy's socks were cheaper.
Anonymous
Thursday 15th of November 2007
Interesting that your friend should choose to buy boys' socks, rather than girls' socks, for her boy and girl.
One Frugal Girl
Tuesday 13th of November 2007
Ryan -- I've never heard of all-in-one washer and dryer units. I'll have to look into those.
Anon -- The idea of putting socks in the lingerie bag is genius! Thanks for the suggestion.