Easy Way to Fold a Big Tablecloth

Employ Gravity as Your Partner

© Janice Benoit

Jan 8, 2008

Don't be caught with wrinkles table linens again! Follow these simple instructions to keep your linens looking fresh and ready for use.


Are you looking for an effective way to manage your table linens without having to iron them? Try this lazy man’s method to great looking tablecloths. (You must have access to a stairway with a freestanding banister to make this method work).

Machine wash the table linens according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Set the alert and/or use the wrinkle-free feature on your dryer, so that you remove the linens from the dryer before they have a chance to wrinkle. Immediately hang the linens over the banister, smoothing out any wrinkles. Leave the linens there until they cool down.

Once the linens are back to room temperature, use gravity to help pull any remaining wrinkles out and to fold the tablecloths. Yes, you really can fold a 108” tablecloth by yourself, as long as you employ gravity and a 2nd floor landing!


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