Tip
Homemade
Laundry Detergent
S
pring is on the horizon
and for MTM, it brings
to mind how we can save on
expensive cleaning products.
Did you know that by making
your own you could achieve
the same results for a lot
less? In this column, the first
of three on DIY products, we���ll show you how
to make laundry detergent.
1�� vs 38�� per load
I have been using homemade soap for
close to two years and estimate that I have
saved hundreds dollars.��The process is
simple and yields 180 top loader and 640
front loader loads per batch at around one
cent per load.��Measure that against name
brand detergent, which is around 38 cents
per load.��Even if you coupon, you can���t beat
this stuff!����
The initial cost for making the detergent
is around $8 and leaves you with plenty of
ingredients for future batches. One batch
makes 5 gallons of detergent, which you
will reconstitute to 10 gallons as you use it.
It may not smell like your beloved name
brand detergent, but by adding essential oil
that can be ordered online, you can create
a fragrant detergent.
Want to give it a go? MTM will be hosting
classes on how to make detergent. Find
recipes (if you want to try it now!) and class
schedules at http://www.fredericksburgparent.net/mommy-trader-movement/mtm-fpmawesome
June 24-28, 2013
for ages 8-12
9 a.m. till noon daily
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Historic Kenmore
George Washington���s Ferry Farm
Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop
Mary Washington House
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To register contact Vickie Hayes
540-370-0732 ext. 24 or hayes@gwffoundation.org
www.kenmore.org
sponsored by The George Washington Foundation and Washington Heritage Museums
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