I am BIG into couponing, and while I think I am a master at finding great deals, laundry supply deals are very hard to find. I just happened to find a recipe to make my own laundry soap, fabric softener, and stain remover that no coupon, sale, or ANYTHING can beat…and I couldn’t be more excited! (And of course, I did use coupons to get the items needed)
LAUNDRY SOAP:
- Borax
- washing soda
- natural bar soap ( I used fels-naptha, but ivory and some work too)
- essence oil if desired (I did not use)
- five 1 gallon containers
I like EASY directions (no need to elaborate on simple things) Grate the soap bar in a pot, add 4 cups water and cook on low until the soap dissolves. Then add 1 cup borax and 1 cup washing soda, stir until dissolved and then divided equally among five 1 gallon containers. Fill the rest of the way with water and overnight it will thicken. Use 1/4 cup per load like normal laundry detergent.
OXICLEAN:
- 1 part baking soda
- 1 part hydrogen peroxide
- 2 parts water
Mix it all in a container to spot treat or just add straight to laundry if presoaking. (I've tried it on a couple things and it works AMAZING!) You just have to shake it before you use each time.
YAY! I finally found a use for my huge
stockpile of free conditioners!
FABRIC SOFTENER:
- 1 part hair conditioner
- 1 part white vinegar
- 2 parts water
Pour it all in your new fabric softener container and stir (don't shake because it will foam a little) and the mixture will thicken. Use like normal.
YAY! I finally found a use for my huge
stockpile of free conditioners!
Source: A Real House Wife and Mommy
