I've been making my own laundry detergent for over 10 years. I only wish I had known about this when my boys were little. Their clothes and cloth diapers (yes, I used them!) would have been so much cleaner!
I found this recipe from Mary Hunt at EC and it's been a staple in our home ever since. One batch lasts a long time because you only need 2 tablespoons per load.
I pair this with white vinegar as a rinse agent, NO fabric softener needed. My clothes are clean and soft, no soap residue or waxy build-up.
Ready to give it a try? Here are the 3 ingredients:
These can be found at Wal-Mart, and some grocery stores.
First I measure 1 cup of Borax and 1 cup of Super Washing Soda into a large bowl.
I put them into a small food processor.
I process until the soap is in granules or powder.
Hint: The dryer/older the soap is, the better it breaks down!
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I store mine in a plastic container with a lid.
Use 2 tablespoons per load, no more!
It doesn't make bubbles, but it pulls the dirt out of clothes well!
Let me know how you like it!
