KonMari metoden.

Foreword

This post is about folding clothes in stillness, about seeing clearly – both with your eyes and within – and about a campervan that has truly leveled up. It’s also about a Cartago that nearly called my name, and how something as simple as organizing can bring a sense of freedom.

A day of order, overview – and wow, what glasses!

Yesterday, thunder rolled outside. But inside our campervan, I found peace in the quiet act of folding clothes. I took on the task of reorganizing all our clothes – and it was long overdue.

I decided to try the KonMari folding method for the first time. And wow – what a difference! It turned out neat, airy, and beautifully structured. Now everything stands upright in the drawers, and I can see exactly what we’ve packed. It felt clear, calming… even grounding.

And honestly? I can now say with pride that LVL^2 really has leveled up – at least on the inside.

How to fold clothes the KonMari way

T-shirt or top:

Lay the shirt flat, front side down.
Fold one side toward the middle and tuck in the sleeve.
Do the same on the other side.
Fold the shirt upward from the bottom in two steps to make a small rectangle.
Now you can stand it upright in a box or drawer.

Trousers:

Fold one leg over the other.
Fold from the ankles toward the waistband in 3–4 parts.
Result: a compact package that can stand on its own.

Socks (yes, even socks matter):

Lay them on top of each other.
Fold in two or three parts – don’t ball them up.
According to KonMari, socks need to rest. They’ve been working all day on your feet.
Folding them gently prevents stretched-out elastic and saves space.

Folding with care is a way of creating calm in the smallest details.

More than folding – a way of living

I’ll be honest – I’m not great at letting go of things. My heart is far too soft for that scary word: decluttering.

But KonMari isn’t about throwing things away. It’s about keeping what brings joy. What truly sparks joy.

Ask yourself:
“Does this item spark joy?”
If yes – fold it with care.
If not – thank it, and let it go.

I’m starting small – with the cupboards in our camper. The house at home will be next.

Five gifts of the KonMari method

Mental clarity – you declutter outside and inside.
Self-knowledge – you see what you genuinely love.
More conscious spending – fewer but more meaningful things.
Time and peace – no more endless searching or mess.
Gratitude – you build a relationship with what you own.

❝When you put your house in order, you put your affairs and your past in order, too.❞
– Marie Kondo

A Cartago that whispered my name

Later in the day, we drove into town. We looked at campervans – and there it was. A Cartago, stunning and just about within reach. That vehicle almost called out to me. And oh, how I’d love to have it.

Torp & the joy of clear vision

Next stop: Torp shopping center. My husband finally listened to me and went for an eye exam at Synsam Outlet. And yes – I was right. He needs glasses. He’s now signed up for a subscription with three pairs at a very reasonable price.

As for me? I picked up my new glasses – and wow, I can see again!
They’re light, comfy, and I actually think they look great.
And best of all? I found a fourth pair – bold, stylish, and I can’t wait to pick them up.

A little tip if you’re planning to get glasses

I also learned something new:
If you get your glasses from Synsam Outlet and mention that I recommended them, you’ll get two months free – and I’ll get one free month too.

I’ve sent so many people there over the years without knowing that!

Want to know how to do it? Just email me – I’ll walk you through it.
It’s easy – and we both benefit.

Callout to you:

How do your drawers look these days? Have you tried KonMari – or are your socks still living in stress-balls?

Reflection

What struck me yesterday was how something as simple as folding clothes could bring such a deep sense of peace. Watching the order take shape in the cupboards gave me room to breathe – both in the van and inside myself.

AHA

I’m not looking for perfection.
I’m looking for a place to be still.
I’m making space for what truly matters – not just in the campervan, but in my whole life.
And now, I see it clearly. In more ways than one.