Laundry Detergent

This was actually one of the first things I tried. However, being a single girl, laundry doesn't get too crazy around here and I wanted to try the detergent on some dirtier and smellier than usual clothes.

I used the recipe I found on Being Creative to Keep My Sanity.  I did not add in the Oxy Clean, though. Again, if you're one with particularly dirty laundry or you have kids, then you may want to keep that ingredient in.

It was incredibly easy to mix.  I just dumped all the ingredients into a 5 gallon bucket I have and mixed. I did use Zote and not Fels-Naptha.

I will admit I was skeptical with this. However, my laundry comes out clean with just a slight hint of the Zote scent (I used the pink kind). Since I use the vinegar as fabric softener, there is no artificial smell beyond the soap.

Oh, as for grating the soap, that was simple. I used a medium sized grater and it just took a few minutes. I had a movie playing while I was doing this and a few other projects, so I just sat down with a big bowl and grated.

As for the quantity made, I'm set for ages. I filled all the larger containers I could dig up around the house. The original blogger said it lasted her 9 months. I suspect I will do at least that long, if not longer.

The actual amount saved is going to depend on which laundry detergent you replace and how long the recipe lasts you. However, I also put a high value on the decrease in fillers and unnecessary chemicals.  I'm going with a 10 on this. If nothing else, the grating can help with some stress relief!