Last-Forever Fabric Softener(use with the dryer only):
Equipment
- 2 sponges from the Dollar Store
Ingredients
- 1-2 cups UNSCENTED fabric softener
- 1-2 cups water
- several drops of essential oil or fragrance oil optional
Instructions
- Mix well. Cut two sponges from the dollar store in half. Store all in a resealable plastic container.
- Throw in 2-4 semi-squeezed sponges per dryer load. It may sound overly diluted, but the mix is plenty strong. One container will last about three months. You may also opt to make several containers at one time with different scent choices.
- Besides being very inexpensive, a year's worth of laundry detergent ingredients can be stored in a small box and tucked away for rough times. The soap ingredients have a storage life of 5-10 years at least, depending on what the temperature is where they are stored.
- Self-reliance and know-how is a satisfying skill. Playing and experimenting in the laundry room adds some new life and interest to a formidable chore. This recipe will prove to be a reliable standby and your friends will appreciate the cost-saving tips you give them when you pass them on.
Notes
Here are two choices for inexpensive, scented fabric softener. The second formula works the best, but the first idea works great in a pinch and is good to know.
Fast Fabric Softener(use with the washing machine only):
This fabric softener will also deodorize the washing machine.
Add ¼ c of distilled white vinegar to the fabric softener compartment.
Add a few drops of your preferred oil scent. (Essential and fragrance oils can be bought at various craft and health food stores or ordered online at www.glorybeefoods.com.)