My drawers were always overflowing with clothing until I undertook to reorganize them via the KonMari method. There I learned how useful it really is to fold clothes in that singular way, and not much more effort!
The way I do it now is
Whether you choose to follow her methodology to the letter, or alter it to fit your experience, I guarantee that rethinking clothing storage will revolutionize your approach to your wardrobe.
Source: I started inspired by the KonMari Method, but developed my own techniques
Link: KonMari folding method
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When you stack any type of clothing in drawers, alternate the direction. For example, when folding tee shirts, place one in normal position but top it with another folded tee shirt that is turned around.
I lay my sweatpants flat, fold them in half, then take the bottom of the legs and roll up to the waist.