Ok, so on our family's quest for "green," I have chosen to start making our own detergent. There are so many chemicals in regular detergent, and can have such a negative effect on our earth. I have wanted to make some for a while, but being a "couponer" I stock up on supplies. I had to be cost effective, and finish using what I had before jumping into the new world of "homemade." However, I am here now, and won't be going back! It was super duper easy, and CHEAP! Plus and Plus!! I used the recipe Erin posted on her blog, and true to her word...it works fantastic.
Here's how it works....
I mixed....
1 grated bar of Fels-naptha soap (2 cups)
1 grated bar of Ivory soap (1 cup)
4 cups washing soda
4 cups baking soda
4 cups borax
It takes only one tablespoon per load, so it'll last FOREVER. yay. :)
Next, I am going to try to make some dryer balls...like these. Thanks Erin for the info.
I'm going to try this one!
ReplyDeleteI love your blog, Trace. This detergent is inspiring, I must say. Let me know how it works out. Does it clean your clothes as well as Tide?
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