Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Isn't This A GREAT Idea!







I found a cool way to make my own laundry soap! I haven't mixed it all up yet, but when I finish using the detergent I normally do, I'm making this!


Homemade Laundry Detergent
(see pictures above)

3 bars Fels Naptha or Zote laundry bar soap (can be found in the laundry aisle)
3C Borax
3C Washing Soda (usually Arm & Hammer)

Finely grate the laundry bar soap and mix with the borax and washing soda. Store in airtight container or bag. For light loads, use 2 tablespoon. For heavy loads, use 3 tablespoons.

Homemade Fabric Softener

1 cup baking soda
6 cups
distilled white vinegar
8 cups
water
10-15 drops orange essential oil (optional) or lemon essential oil (optional) or essential oil of choice (optional)


Directions:
You will need a one gallon container.
First add the baking soda to the plastic container.
Next add 1 cup of water to start with.
Slowly add the vinegar to the bottle as the vinegar and baking soda will start to fizz.
Then add the rest of the water swirling around & cover venting the top a few times.
Last add the essential oil.
Add 1 cup in your final rinse cycle for each load but give the bottle a good shake to stir up the essential oil if using.

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