Frugal and Energy Efficient Living

1 cup borax
1 cup washing soda
1 cup grated soap of choice

I grate my soap on a fine grate. You can use Ivory or what ever is on sale or what fragrance of soap you like. I let the soap dry out before I use it as it seems to mix better. My last batch was made with hard milled french lavender soap and has been the best batch ever.

I put it in a big bowl and mix it thoroughly. Store in an airtight container. I use about two tablespoons of soap to load (I use a measuring container from a concentrated soap box). It is low sud sing so don't think your clothes are not getting cleaned.

I can find the ingredients at my local Kroger with the other detergents so I don't think it is that hard to find. I think last time I totaled the cost, it was about 12 cents a load, but trust me...I save so much money I will never go back.