What You’ll Need
To create the perfect bed sheet corner, you will need:
- Bed sheets
- A mattress
- Two hands
Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these easy steps to create the perfect bed sheet corner:
Step 1: Position your mattress
Ensure that your mattress is pushed up against a wall or headboard. This will prevent it from sliding or shifting when you are making your bed.
Step 2: Extend your bedsheet
Spread out your bed sheet flat over your mattress, ensuring that it is centered and even on both sides.
Step 3: Tuck in the sides
Starting on one side, lift the corner of your bedsheet about 12 inches from the end of the mattress. With one hand, hold the corner of the bedsheet in place on top of the mattress.
With your other hand, take the excess fabric from underneath the mattress and fold it up towards the corner, creating a neat and tight 45-degree angle on the side of your mattress.
Repeat this process on the opposite side of the bed, tucking in the excess fabric tightly under the mattress. This will help to secure the sheet and prevent it from coming undone.
Step 4: Create hospital corners
To create hospital corners, stand at the foot of your bed and lift the foot end of the bedsheet about 12 inches from the end of the mattress. Hold the corner in place on top of the mattress with one hand.
With your free hand, take the excess fabric and pull it up, forming a diagonal crease that runs from the corner of the mattress to the corner of the bedsheet. Flatten the crease against the side of the mattress.
Next, tuck the excess fabric tightly under the mattress, making sure it is smooth and wrinkle-free. Repeat this process on the opposite side of the bed. This will create perfectly folded and secure corners.
Step 5: Smooth out and adjust
Once you have created the perfect bed sheet corner, smooth out any wrinkles or creases on the top surface of the sheet. Adjust the sheet as needed to ensure it is centered and even on the mattress.
If necessary, repeat the previous steps to reinforce the corners or reposition the sheet for a better fit.
By following these simple steps, you can create the perfect bed sheet corner that will stay in place and give your bed a neat and tidy appearance. Say goodbye to the frustration of untucked sheets and enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep in a well-made bed!