After much research and read Pinterest posts, I've decided
to try my hand at making my own laundry detergent. Call my crazy...my sister-in-law already did,
but I like to know what is in my cleaning products. And since most companies don't
disclose this information (Seventh Generation does) I am giving it a try. Here
are the ingredients:
1 Bar of Fels Naptha soap (or Ivory) - grated fine
1cup of Arm & Hammer Washing Soda
1cup of Borax
optional -15-20 drops of essential oil such as lavender
Stir all ingredients together and you're done! Use 1-2 tablespoons per load. Crazy right? You're initial cost will be around $11 and 5 cents per load. I found to have a lot of Borax and Washing Soda left for other batches.
After 3 loads today; it works great.
ok well here is my recipe for laundry detergent and I love it not much different from yours (plus wanted to be first post to your blog lol):
ReplyDelete2 cups borax 2 cups washing soap 2 cups baking soda one bar laundry soap (i use Fels naptha) you can also use ivory or zote or 123 octagon you grate soap and add in all powders and i run my thru blender 1/2tbs for front load 1tbs for top loader
Thanks Heather!!
ReplyDeleteI also have a great recipe for dishwasher detergent works better than name brand.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.mommysavers.com/c/t/190466/homemade-dishwasher-detergent
and body soap but haven't made yet
http://homemadeglamour.blogspot.com/2011/12/4-for-year-of-soap.html
also a great fabric softner and dishwasher rinse (like jetdry) is white vinegar
Sorry I love saving money and making things:)