Homemade laundry detergent- Make it make

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Here is my tutorial on how to make homemade laundry detergent. My family and I have been using this for years and it works really well. Please know you can add more baking soda or laundry booster if you like. Whatever works best for your family. Most of the items can be found at a local hardware store, Amazon or grocery store. #homemadesoap #homesteadingforbeginners
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@Southphxgal2023 Жыл бұрын

As a soap business owner, bubbles don’t clean its just pretty to look at. Your recipe will clean I make it and use it. A lot of people think the more bubbles the better clean you get. It’s not true. This is a great recipe that is why its good for HE washers because of the low suds but yet it cleans.

@grilawrfr101 Жыл бұрын

Would that also apply to car detailing n washing? Most detailers swear that it's the suds that you need to clean the cars surface

@moneypenni1694 Жыл бұрын

FYI. You can make your own washing soda. Spread baking soda on a shallow sided cooking sheet. Place in a 200° oven, stirring occasionally. When it turns gray, it will have converted to washing soda

@lenwoodturneriv6169 Жыл бұрын

…to be honest, reading what you put blew my mind. I always thought suds=clean. This is good to know…AND, i’ll be trying this laundry soap out too!

@azariyahlovecreations77 Жыл бұрын

I agree bubbles don't clean. I been telling people for years. I make my own cleaning products and dish soap.

@sandydennis7948 10 ай бұрын

We make our laundry soap. Our towels were getting grungier and not absorbing water. Then, I saw a video on why. It takes dish soap to hit the grease buildup. So, I tried adding an 1/8th cup , a couple big squirts on top of my mix and it worked.

@BobBob-il2ku Жыл бұрын

1/2 batch recipe 7oz zote soap 2 table spoons of borax 4 table spoons of baking soda 4 table spoons of laundry booster/washing soda 2.5 gallons of water 5x 1/2 gallon mason jars Large load = 1/2 cup

@korinnemcchesney4545 10 ай бұрын

My local store was out of the bar soap but I got everything else. I have Castile liquid soaps can I use that instead? Thanks!

@suzannebinsley5940 3 ай бұрын

I just got a five gallon bucket with lid from the bakery at Sam's club. Sometimes they are $2.50, sometimes free. I thought it would be easier to make the half size soap and store in one container.

@AV-wy2fp 3 ай бұрын

2024....just made this...looove the smell of Zote...blessings and thanks from Puerto Rico

@kathleenritter4532 2 жыл бұрын

I do a homemade liquid detergent that uses washing soda, baking soda, castile soap and essential oils (do not have to use) plus water. Makes 2 gals. No grating needed. I agree with you. So much cheaper plus better for us & environment.

@naturallydope247 Жыл бұрын

Kathleen how do you make your liquid version?

@sandi0821 Жыл бұрын

Question Kathleen…. I’ve never made any kind of cleaning item homemade, my main reason for looking into. This is my son’s extreme, eczema, and no matter what we use, even though if it says, all free, or clear, seems to still give some sort of discomfort to my son. So I was willing to try this the other thing I’m asking is how well does this dilute? My scrubs for work are black and I’ve been noticing that no matter what brand I buy all It all hammer, game, tied, you name it I always get like a liquid white residue, and I even use an extra rinse cycle so I’m just afraid if this doesn’t dilute all the way and break down and it’s gonna leave a residue? I’d appreciate any response. Thank you.

@kathleenritter4532 Жыл бұрын

@sandi kreisberg - I totally get what you are talking about. You only use 1/3 cup. I use cold and warm water, have never really noticed a leftover residue. Hope it works for you

@Mandy_39 Жыл бұрын

@@kathleenritter4532 does the castile soap have a smell?

@kathleenritter4532 Жыл бұрын

@@Mandy_39 no. I use the baby one.

@user-gs3pv6if7i 4 ай бұрын

I love this recipe, and am making again for the 4th time today. My very 1st batch didn't turn out right, it was still very watery and grainy, I used it anyway because it still worked but left a little residue from the soda I think. The 2nd batch I made, I accidentally boiled over the igredients but was able to stir it down. The boiling is the magic that turns it into a gel like laundry soap, it's perfect. Just thought I would add a tip.

@cariemorgangraff4829 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so impressed. Small amount of the additives. Definitely going to give this a try

@terrydavenport2296 Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Loved the simplicity.. will be using your recipe .. blessings 🥰

@tinastable5716 Жыл бұрын

I buy the shaved Zote so I don’t have to shred! 😊

@PlantLover420_ 5 ай бұрын

Just made this tonight!! You made it so easy to follow! 😊 thank you!!! ❤

@Bijou_248 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your experience on HM natural laundry soap. Very cost effective, clean, with no harmful chemicals. I'm going to try this.

@kristinamercado5737 Ай бұрын

I love watching your little girl do this with you because this is teaching lifelong lessons on how to make inexpensive, toxic free cleaning products❤

@danielmiles6858 16 күн бұрын

I made this recipe back in the beginning of February. I'm just getting ready to make more. I made half of your recipe. Its amazing how great it works. Thank you!!!

@fuentesmelissa7285 Жыл бұрын

Hi I just made this recipe yesterday and used the laundry soap today and wow my clothes have never been this soft :) I am definitely going to be making it again thank you so much for sharing your recipe 😊

@leikilimaile2565 Жыл бұрын

Mahalo I look forward to making this recipe sooo grateful to get away from the regular stuff!

@RededicateYrLife Жыл бұрын

Thank you, simple and straight forward

@joannhardin4487 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!! I appreciate this recipe. I’ll be making it. Thanks again!!

@moneypenni1694 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, I have neer even heard of 'ZOTE' soap. I also read this on another soap making vid in the comments, hope it saves you even more..:-} You can make your own washing soda. Spread baking soda on a shallow sided cooking sheet. Place in a 200° oven, stirring occasionally. When it turns gray, it will have converted to washing soda

@suzannebinsley5940 3 ай бұрын

Zote is usually at Walmart. Fels Naptha is sometimes at our other local grocery stores, was constantly in stock before 2020. Zote smells like citronella oil in the pink bar, Fels Naptha used to be used as a bug repellant by the Amish too from what I have read.

@lilalabom6393 4 ай бұрын

So much easier to use and store withou liquid. I air dry the bar soap (zote/fels naptha) then cut into chunks and place in food processor with baking soda and whiz until it's a fine powder. The powder combination dissolves easily in the wash. I made 5 gallons 5 years ago and still have not run out. Love, love, love it.

@CasuallyObservant 4 ай бұрын

@lilalabom6393 - So you just add the dry ingredients and make into a powder and store like that? If so, how much of the powder do you use per load?

@lilalabom6393 4 ай бұрын

@@CasuallyObservant Exactly. I use 1 to 2 tbl powder per load, depending on what i am washing.

@CasuallyObservant 4 ай бұрын

@@lilalabom6393- Thanks!

@bevyg5635 3 ай бұрын

My plan exactly. Can you tell me how much you add to a large laundry load?

@lilalabom6393 3 ай бұрын

@@bevyg5635 i use 3 Tablespoon for large loads

@maritzaandrade298 11 ай бұрын

Love it. Wow.. didn't realize we can make it.

@Scorpionmomof3 11 ай бұрын

Just made this waiting to see how it turns out.. hoping for the best! My daughters had so much fun with grating and touching the zote, mixing, pouring etc... teaching them about using natural products ❤

@Angela_1106 2 жыл бұрын

Hello and Happy New year. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe. I was wonder how to make my own detergent free from chemicals, but you were the only person who shows the final result and how to break it. Thank you so much!!!!

@jeneennapoli6272 Жыл бұрын

Your sweatshirt looks clean and nice. Going to watch whole video. Tired of the high prices for water and who knows what.

@queenangelina5612 4 ай бұрын

That's rt!! Good for you!! I just started after fighting for my life at 38 yrs old I was paying 5* the price for POISON "SOAP" thank you you helped me this will be my first time God bless you!! 🙌💪❤️🙏

@user-pp9fv3tf3o 8 ай бұрын

This video is so underrated ... ❤ Keep up the good work 👍

@pharaohphoenix8348 2 жыл бұрын

GREAT CHANNEL - I WATCHED A FEW OF YOUR VIDEOS

@wowtv101 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You for adding your powdered ingredients in the pot as well , works way better this way 😀

@JoyJoy-zq6cn 2 ай бұрын

I've been buying tide pods for awhile(at Sam's club). It costs me over $27(with tax) for 108 of them(.26 each before tax). This is WAY cheaper, as there's only 2 of us, but we do a lot of laundry. Thank you

@donnarlee3573 4 ай бұрын

I have two jugs of detergent with the spicket. I am saving those then making this soap. I don’t know but imagine it smells good!

@trobaughryan 11 ай бұрын

My Zote turned to powder when I graded it. I was in the closet for a few years. Hope this doesn’t cause any issues. Thank you for the video. 😊

@chrisdiane8429 Жыл бұрын

I got to get all the ingredients to do it , your recipe is easy your directions are perfect can't wait to do it thank you so much saving money is the best way I already made fabric softener

@greer-lr2lg 10 ай бұрын

White vinegar for softener!! And it removes smells etc

@Monkchip Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. This will be very useful to know.

@Agustin-jo8mv Жыл бұрын

I'm doing this. Thank you very much. 😊

@savanah1407 Жыл бұрын

Very cool! I didn’t know it gels like that

@janiceroberts4805 Жыл бұрын

I love making and using homemade laundry detergent!

@Scootertrash043 Жыл бұрын

very good video!! I too have been doing the same thing with zote soap and borax for years. I prefer to add the borax into the bucket instead the stock pot. And also being very old fashion as I am, have an old baby high chair next to washer for the 5 gallon bucket to sit on. Fill the bucket just over half way adding water. Next day or so, mix up with my hand and add little more water. Works out great, keep a plastic cup in the bucket for scooping. A whole bucket for me cost about $3.00

@Unanimouslyanonymous1234 10 ай бұрын

Love this video!!!

@carmenortiz134 Жыл бұрын

I'm definitely doing this!

@jessicaolvera181 Жыл бұрын

Thankyou very much for sharing and explaining so well. And giving all the details. You give everything from ingredients , instructions and how to use. Thankyou God’s Blessing be with you

@alphastarcar 2 жыл бұрын

I like the idea of storing the soap in mason jars. Typically I use empty food grade gallon containers but those contain eventually fail and start leaking. I’ve learned to regularly check for leaking containers but with the jar method my problem should be resolved. Thanks!

@covercalls88 Жыл бұрын

I kept a few of the large plastic laundry detergent containers as they hold up very well.

@AMBERALERTFORAERIEL Жыл бұрын

im tired of running out of TIDE ...MOM OF FOUR THANKS YOU

@jesslovepeace8916 2 жыл бұрын

Love it thank you for sharing 😍

@steveflowers499 Жыл бұрын

tried it, love it

@amydyer9313 2 жыл бұрын

Cannot wait to try this. We are moving to the country. Also following you in canning.

@MakeitMake 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely let me know how it works for you! Or if you decided to tailor it more to your liking😃.

@mentz_music6882 4 ай бұрын

gonna try this out thank u this is awesome

@marisaqueen6641 Жыл бұрын

Love this❤️

@sharingthebounty2488 7 ай бұрын

I thought you end up with a concentrate (GElled form) and you pour in half the gel halfway up in the gallon jug, and then thrn gfill the rest with water and cap it and shake it to mix....1/2 cup per load. SHake jug before using. So many versions of this. I found that it was gentler on my clothes, but that it does a great job removing stains (If you have a bad stain, you can brush some of the gel into the stain and let it stand for a few minutes.

@edlopez5k 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@Kristenm28 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@annep.1905 9 ай бұрын

You can also make free detergent by boiling Ivy from the Hedera genus in hot water for 30 minutes. You need about 40-100 ivy leaves per quart of water.

@mattcero1 Жыл бұрын

Prices are getting crazy high and this is very appealing to me. I'm going to try this when I need detergent. And you're good looking!

@bevyg5635 3 ай бұрын

I will make the same recipe only in ALL GRANULAR FORM. My sister told me the granular is fine in cold water.

@kennymurphy1099 8 ай бұрын

I recognize you!! Your the canning lady❤❤

@shawnmichaelsfromtheintern7364 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you things are just getting so expensive. We might have to start doing more stuff like this. Thanks for sharing.

@shawnmichaelsfromtheintern7364 2 жыл бұрын

Tried it I like it

@MakeitMake 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@MarisolHernandez-bd7vu Ай бұрын

Hi! Thank you so much for easy to follow recipe. The only thing is that my towels don’t really smell clean? Do you have any suggestions? I tried to add more liquid soap but still didn’t help.

@jeanneamato8278 Жыл бұрын

It doesn’t matter if you call it it doesn’t matter what you call it as long as it works.

@jenahildreth 11 ай бұрын

Thank you❤

@payalgiri9190 Жыл бұрын

Helpful

@garybregel4259 2 ай бұрын

I'm making my 2nd batch today.

@pamt2796 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info we're did you purchase the jars I didn't see it in the link

@gardenstatesowandsew Жыл бұрын

Thank you ❤

@m.m9759 5 ай бұрын

Hi…what the reason it’s gel? so interested I am definitely will try it thx for sharing

@rosameijering5161 3 ай бұрын

Like it! Are it not too many bubbles?

@EyerisRooease10565 2 жыл бұрын

That is beautiful! HalleluYah! Praise Our Heavenly Father for the wisdom He has planted in you and thank you for sharing the wisdom He has given you. You are a blessing and so is your heart. Bless Abba and may He bless you and your family!

@user-ur8jj2hu6z 4 ай бұрын

Miss what to use instead of this bar soap ? In my country its not available. Thanks!

@mohammedali808 11 ай бұрын

Great, will try it. Do you must store it in glass bottles?

@theshadedshadow5993 15 күн бұрын

I made a batch, I do like it, but it doesn't cut grease as well as I like it too, so I added 5oz. of sodium hydroxide mixed with 12oz. of water to the batch after it cooled down.

@DingoTheDemon Жыл бұрын

What does the laundry booster do? Is it necessary? I am allergic to something in standard laundry detergents (the "free and clear" ones are hypoallergenic but expensive), so I'm looking for a minimalist alternative.

@scottdrew306 7 ай бұрын

Does the bar of soap choice matter ? Are you just selecting something that isnt harsh chemicals ? Would any natural soap work ?

@chekamaldonado4524 6 ай бұрын

Ok so after you jar it does it form Bach up to jello consistency??

@kyliepiccone481 Жыл бұрын

Hello! I hope you’re doing well, what size pot did you use?

@farelljohnson8264 9 ай бұрын

When you measure out 3/4 cup per load, is that 3/4 cup for small, 1 1/2 cup per medium, and 2 1/4 cup per large. Or is it 3/4 cup per machine load

@heatheringram2976 Жыл бұрын

The next day the detergent was so think, it wouldn’t pour out of the reused laundry jug. Any ideas on how to this it? Boiling water perhaps?

@SAM57119 2 ай бұрын

Hi. How do you get it out of the jar? Especially when it gets partially empty. Thank you.

@raphaelness1239 9 ай бұрын

Could this soap be used for hand, body or bath soap?

@Paryswilliams1978 2 жыл бұрын

Have you ever added scent booster and if so did it thin out your detergent

@MelodicRaindrops-km8qp 6 ай бұрын

Does your soap separate from the water later on after it sits?

@tomtommyl805 4 ай бұрын

I've made this, but with a slightely different recipe. (not as strong as what you have here). but it still gels. My question is: "after you mix it up, what stops it from Re- gelling ?

@lindasanders6777 3 ай бұрын

While your mixture is thickening, you start filling a 5 gallon bucket with water. How much water are you putting in there before you add your soap mixture?? Thanks!

@goldengirls0125 Жыл бұрын

Be careful as the borax has D rating with Ewg. I bought Molly suds with peppermint as it has an A rating and is super concentrated . I find most people use more than twice as much detergent as needed. Was using Dr Bronners castile soap but noticed it was leaving a layer of scum on my skin and laundry since my water is a bit hard. Im so happy will Molly’s suds.

@erenalvarez1226 Жыл бұрын

So? The soap will turn like grums? I made detergent and I blend it after I noticed the grums, but came back, any suggestions?

@annabellesanabria9668 Жыл бұрын

Hi I’m trying the recipe as we speak but I found that when adding the baking soda it foams up. Is that how it should be?

@monicairving538 4 ай бұрын

Can you leave the detergent in the 5 gallon buckets or do you have to put it in jars . Also how much water did you put in the 5 gallon bucket to start off with before you added the solution in the bucket.

@rebeccapotts133 2 ай бұрын

It's not mentioned, but are we to heat the mixture on the stove as we add the Ingredients to dissolve and thicken up? I noticed steam so on low medium heat? Simmer or boil? I really want to try this but want to make sure I'm doing it right.

@jeffwolf8018 3 ай бұрын

I prefer going dry until the time I use it. That way your detergent isn't sitting there for 6 months getting stale.. I generally will use 4 lb borax 4 lb super washing soda 4 lb baking soda 3 1/2 to 4 lb OxiClean and about a pound of Downy calm lavender vanilla bean scent boosters. The only thing that is not the best thing for us out of that is the scent booster.. but I mix up nearly a 5-gallon bucket that weighs close to 60 lb as I do a double load each time I make my laundry detergent. Just a thought to make things a little bit easier. I also use the extra fine grading option on my grading block. And that's so that the soap melts better and warm water.

@alexisbradshaw5549 Жыл бұрын

Do you use this in a machine washer? I've heard that it is bad for the machines. I'd love to make some but dont want it to ruin my washer.

@ravenbrown74 Жыл бұрын

Can you use this in cold water ???

@dataobsessedfatguy 9 ай бұрын

Would making a concentrated version of this work? Like would we still be able to mix/breakup the solution after losing it sit overnight or is the dilution absolutely necessary? I'm guessing that by skipping the step of diluting the detergent with close to ~4.25 gallons or more of water will result in a super concentrated solution. The loads for that should only require ~1.5-2 tbsps each. The washer itself should be able to supply more than enough water, but this should let you store the detergent in less space and with a smaller scoop if it can work.

@kennymurphy1099 8 ай бұрын

I make my own soap bar but other than this step I do almost exactly the same

@FLgurl100 Жыл бұрын

Doesn’t it “re gel” itself inside the jars?

@rickyiglesias5384 2 жыл бұрын

This is very close to what I do. I use 1 cup borax and 1 cup booster. No baking soda. But definitely that full bar of Zote. that stuff is great.

@MakeitMake 2 жыл бұрын

It is! I’m really impressed with how well it works😊.

@Mandy_39 Жыл бұрын

How thick does it get after you put in Mason jars? Can I put it into a big tide bottle that has the spout or is it too thick? It has the cap side as well, just thinking of storage places for me!

@rickyiglesias5384 Жыл бұрын

@@Mandy_39 I don't put into mason jars so I can't answer that really. I make it in and store it in a 5-gallon bucket. I stir it up for a few seconds every time I need to take a dip with a measuring cup and pour into washing machine. It's not too thick.

@kelliintexas3575 Жыл бұрын

@@Mandy_39 Lowes also sales 5 gallon buckets with a pour spout or you can install one in any container for $.25 at the hardware store. We used one we bought for our livestock. Walmart has pink & turqouise 5 gallon buckets with press seal lids. I keep mine in a party drink dispenser with a tiny quiche dish to catch the drips under the spout. It pours out the spout fine. If I get to the bottom and it seems too thick I had a cup of hot hot water to thin it out again. Works like a charm!

@jaithevegan Жыл бұрын

@@MakeitMake which scent Zote do you use? Thanks!

@annesaloew7069 7 ай бұрын

My only question is the temperature of the water added to the bucket. Is it hot, warm, room temp, or cold? Does it make a difference on temp?! I tried a different recipe that called for hot water specifically but it just turned into foam ontop of water. I hope this one will work better!!!

@julieneises8851 Ай бұрын

Zote also comes in a grated form.

@Truelyyoused 22 күн бұрын

❤❤❤ can I use essential oils in this? If so how many drops?

@asier1059 11 ай бұрын

Can you make less and if so by how much do you cut the amount of ingredients?

@joshuadeguzman2765 Жыл бұрын

How come this separates water on bottom soap on top??

@chixbleau7321 Ай бұрын

Does it jell in the mason jars??

@kimbapal2 Ай бұрын

I’ve noticed while I leave my detergent to sit after mixing it will separate is this normal?

@colleen7092 5 күн бұрын

Do you need to keep in cold storage?

@BigDub24 11 ай бұрын

some people say they add some detergent or some vinegar to take it up a notch

@melissahagans402 Жыл бұрын

I love your laundry detergent. Imo and this is just me. I feel as if the pink zote is great for dishes,body wash and even clothes but.....and this is weird but If I accidently get white I just use it in laundry.....I don't know why it just feels,,,soapier if that makes sense. Love your channel 🥰🥰🥰