DIY Laundry Soap Liquid/Gel (depending on climate) from Homemade Laundry Bar Soap

UPDATE May 2023 Hello everyone! Just want to let you know that this formula turned into a nice liquid soap when I first made it, given the bar soap base I used (link below) and the temperature of my environment here in Brisbane at the time, but since the weather has cooled down a lot more, my liquid has turned to gel! No big deal though, it still works really well (just put it in a small bucket and use a scoop). Some people have also reported that their product turned to a gel, even in warmer weather! In these cases tallow and palm oil were used (high palmitic acid), so be prepared for variations depending on the type of soap you use in this recipe. All good fun experimenting!
Written details for the formula and method:
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Timestamps:
00:03 Introduction
00:58 Member shout out :)
01:18 Recipe overview
01:33 What makes this different?
03:01 Why I had to remake the video
04:02 Gel and/or liquid versions
04:45 Choosing your bar soap
05:50 Grate the soap
06:50 Add ingredients to the pot
09:23 Gently cook the mixture (liquid version)
10:04 How to make the gel version
11:25 How I discovered the liquid V gel
11:57 How I would use the gel
12:17 How to turn it back to gel from liquid (sort of works)
13:48 Transfer finished product to bottles
15:06 Warning - only for laundry!
15:57 Adding essential oils to the soap
17:15 Down to my laundry - putting on a load
18:30 My tips for success with this
20:14 Dosing the machine
21:36 Vinegar rinse
22:29 My pulley washing line
23:12 Close and member group details
24:04 Funny bits
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Come and join the community! 🌻www.buymeacoffee.com/ellyseveryday *DISCLAIMER:* The information provided within Elly's Everyday videos, website, social media pages and for Elly’s Everyday group members is based on my own personal research and experience and is provided for informational, entertainment and general educational purposes only. I am not a professional soap manufacturer and do not hold any qualifications in chemistry or skincare formulation (or any other related field) and I make no guarantees about the correctness of the information provided. Please use any information provided at your own risk and view this video if you are new to soap making: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4u3pIpvituBo7c. Thank you!

[@worksmarter.notharder.1033]

Your account is my favorite on this site. You get to the point, your title is clear and not misleading or clickbait, no background music or noise, your audio is clear, and you come across as a genuine person seeking to help others by sharing your education and work. Too many other accounts are completely opposite these and irritate me to no end.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Lovely feedback, thank you. I enjoy this style of video too. It feels the most comfortable and real for me :)

[@BaumgartBathCo]

Agreed.

[@nowexit]

I believe the key to HM laundry soap are the bars, they need to be at 0% super fat, so don't use CP or HP soap made for the body, the super-fat builds up on fabrics and , in this instance, stops towels being absorbent, also oil build-up stops the washing liquids effectiveness as its trying to wash through a layer of oil build-up. Don't use a 100% coconut oil bar soap for coloured cloths, bar soap made with all coconut oils is far to harsh and will lighten textile dyes quite quickly, these dyes will only stay true between a certain PH range and a 100% coconut oil soap falls out of that range. Use a 50% coconut oil 50% rice bran oil bar soap at 0% super-fat for coloured washes and a 100% coconut oil bar soap at 0% super-fat for whites. If you have kiddies in the house it's better to use washing soda as Borax is toxic. Neither Borax or washing soda are biodegradable if that is a consideration of yours. Washing soda and Borax are water softeners, soft water allows the soap to work at its full potential.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Great advice, thank you!

[@sannesia3595]

Thank you very much for the explanation! Do you think I could use my homemade cleaning soap with 75% coconut (10% Olive, 10% Rice Bran, 5% Castor) for coloured clothes? Or is that too much coconut already?

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

I think that would be fine, as long as there's no superfat :)

[@mandalyn212]

@@FrankGutowski-ls8jt Frank Gutowski I was concerned about all the things I was hearing about soap vs detergent and why soap is not good for laundry. And that all can be true, and here's what I have learned about how to get around it. 1. I use citric acid in my soap formulation 2. I also make my own chelator solution. Combine 1L distilled water, 6g sodium hydroxide, 10g citric acid. I put a cup or so in my wash BEFORE adding soap and clothes, A chelator will bind with any hard water minerals before it has a chance to react with the soap and create soap scum. 3. I add the diluted vinegar rinse in the water softener compartment to help disolve and rinse away any possible remaining residue and soften fabrics. I'm still experimenting with this, but so far my clothes and towels are are looking nice. I learned about the chelator from someone with a chemistry background on another forum. I think Elly knows what she's talking about. :)

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

👉UPDATE May 2023: Hello everyone! Just wanted to let you know that this formula turned into a nice liquid soap given the bar soap base I used and the temperature of my environment here in Brisbane at the time I made it, but since the weather has cooled down a lot more, my liquid has turned to gel! No big deal though, it still works really well. Some people have also reported that their product turned to a gel, even in warmer weather! In these cases tallow and palm oil were used (high palmitic acid), so be prepared for variations depending on the type of soap you use in this recipe. All good fun experimenting! Are you looking for some extra connection and support with your soap making and/or sourdough bread baking? Come and join my Membership Group! www.buymeacoffee.com/ellyseveryday/membership I offer my videos and website resources freely, so your support via joining my group or making a donation makes a big difference! 💚

[@301jules]

I didn't think I needed to know anything about citric acid with my soap, but after going back and reading your information I'm going to jump in and make laundry Soap first, then give the laundry liquid a try. Thank you Elly for sharing so generously

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Sounds good Jules, I love the citric acid in my laundry soap now!

[@user-xy2nx6zo8y]

Excellent and informative !!!!!! I used to grate my soap and dilute it in hot water and in a separate container I dissolved the borax and washing soda and then mix the two solutions. I usually left them overnight to get together (!!!!!!) and know each other (!!!!!) and in the morning I got a kind of jelled liquid soap that I could dilute further with hot water. What I discovered is that borax (like essence oils) clouds the liquid and it causes soap to jell easier. I looked it up because I thought that I was doing something wrong but that's how it turns out normally. Have a great day everyone!!!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks Despina!

[@niveditagavva117]

Much awaited video. Thank you Elly

[@vsklink]

This was so useful and I love your laundry drying setup 😊

[@nydialuz314]

I will give it a try. Thanks. Love your videos. 💕

[@rosieavron1150]

I was looking for this kind of video for hours 😮,thank you 💗

[@NicoleCChoque]

😊 Thanks for sharing! I look forward to giving this recipe/process! 😀💖

[@jerriwynn2754]

So appreciate this video! Excited to try the laundry soap recipe. Your laundry line is fantastic! Thank you for sharing!

[@ejyamason7129]

Thank you Ely. Very simple. Keep doing and do what you like best. Love it.

[@patwagner9308]

I am intrigued by your clotheslines/pulley system ! It's fantastic ! I don't have anywhere in our house where I could have a set-up like that....but boy, I wish I did ! I've got a good system that works well....but yours is kind of amazing. I really enjoyed this video. It was fun & interesting. I agree w/the comment below mine that says they're glad you don't have background music. I find that so distracting on other channels. I go both ways....I make my own laundry soap (dry) & I use Molly's Suds , Charlie's & Mrs. Meyers. I have all on hand & use whatever I'm in the mood to use. I think the liquid version you made w/lemon & basil essential oils sounds lovely ! When I make my own powdered version, I use a bar of plant-based soap (I enjoy varying the scent), baking soda, washing soda & Borateem.I have made our own bar soap several times in past years. I don't any more. There are so many nice ones already out there. It just got to be a little too risky. We have a very small kitchen, 3 nosey kitties , a dog & no door on the kitchen to keep them from being underfoot.

[@chrisfairall1923]

I always love watching your videos Elly apart from being informative your a pleasure to listen to and watch, so natural 💓

[@diannesargent707]

Love this! Can’t wait to make some

[@barbaramundy5039]

Easy and affordable, I'm going to try this recipe out. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and love of soaping. 😍 😍

[@nasserp3759]

Thank you, just keep giving us gems ❤

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Aww, thanks Nasser! I try to tune into what I think people want and need. Usually the same things as me!

[@sueshaw5761]

Thanks so much Elly, I'm keen to have a go at this tomorrow 😀

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Ooh, that's exciting. Thanks Sue!

[@Fysikoi]

Thx Elly!! Beautiful video as always!! Thanks thanks thanks!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks Ramiro!

[@amsohn1]

Woohoo, I've been anticipating this for a bit... thanks and blessings

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh that's exciting!! Hope you find it helpful :)

[@brendajackson294]

I was definitely interested in how to make the soap but the drying system in the end was great. I want to do my drying that way. I will have to show this to my husband and see if he can come up with a location to make this work. Thank you for another wonderful video.

[@medikaorganics]

Made a batch yesterday. It's awesome, thanks Elly

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Yay!!! I've done a handful of loads with it now, really happy :)

[@jilljarvis7577]

I've been looking for a liquid laundry recipe using cp soap and yours looks amazing. Thanks for sharing and for all the great tips as well. I get excited just like you when my washing blows in the wind 🤣

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks Jill, haha, simple pleasures!

[@chulada03]

Thank you so much!

[@synolve]

This is awesome! I love it when your plans turn into something awesomely and wonderfully unexpected!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you so much!

[@ErnaSayers-rr7dj]

I love the way you do your liquid detergent

[@moringa3820]

Wonderful, keep up the great work 👍

[@mandalyn212]

I was so excited to see this! For 3 days I kept checking to see if it had been posted! The citric acid part has answered my questions about problems with soap scum and hard water! This is awesome! Thanks Elly! :)

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh you're welcome Andra!

[@nicolesimms4883]

Great video Elly as always 😊 I’m new to soaping I may have to give this technique a go . Thanks for sharing

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks Nicole!

[@DawnOrganics]

Hehehe Elly's Everyday bloopers 😆😆😆 Love the video Elly. I have a whole bunch of older cleaning coconut bars I can grind up, the only thing different I'll add sodium gluconate to it to help with my hard water issue. Before ever making LS with KOH I tried this method. It would go gel / hard in colder weather and go liquid again in warmer weather. You can gently heat it in a warm water bowl to bring it back to liquid state. I haven't tried washing soda with any type of soap so looking forward to doing what you suggested. Thanks for the idea 🙏🙏🙏

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks George, glad you liked it! Thanks for the moral support over the weekend too! I've found mine stays liquid quite well so far, but I guess winter months will be the test.

[@tesseract5082]

You are absolutely amazing, Ellly💜 Thank you so much for sharing this recipe, I'll definitely gonna give it a go💜🙏💜

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're welcome, thank you!

[@KJ7JHN]

Im so glad you posted this. At 0% superfat and 50:50 coconut oil:extravirgin olive oil, this recipe is awesome! I think i ended up needing 3 quarts of water for 240g shredded. Mine boiled over. . 😅but i brought the water to a boil and then added my ingredients. Setting my burner to simmer(2) I stirred every 5 minutes x 3. Then let it cool. Thank you.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Wonderful!

[@jaynescanzano2412]

Elly, great video! I made your gel version with my homemade soap and really love the way my clothes look. I’m now going to make your liquid version. I love making homemade products! ❤

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

That's awesome Jayne, thank you!!

[@nerinat8371]

How did l miss this video, perfect timing Elly. Thank you again

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks Nerina. KZbin algorithm only shows us some things. We have to go looking otherwise :)

[@pamlambert7181]

that was great lots of information in a short video. thank you for sharing

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh thanks Pam, I thought it was way too long! Glad you didn't think so :)

[@inhisways7298]

Loved it thank you so much Ellie

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you :)

[@sheiselwilliams1]

I just came across your channel today and I'm completely hooked! I find myself binge watching your videos. Lots of great information. Thank you.😊

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Bee_Cathy]

I ❤ your transparency,bloopers and providing amazing diy recipes. Off to liquify some dry laundry soap made from your recipe on the channel. A bit of an experiment. See if I can convert dry mix to liquid and have it clean. 😊

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Ooh yes great idea! Thank you. I think I prefer the liquid now, doesn't need time to dissolve in the wash.

[@danielacrespo8837]

Your are so sweet and explain everything so well, think you so much

[@Katy99941]

Informative as ever Elly. Love your cool laundry room too. Thank you❤😊❤

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks Katie, it's a bit rough and ready!

[@delizianaturally]

As always great video. In fact if you bake Bicarb Soda in the oven the heat chemically changes it to Sodium Carbonate. If any of your followers want to make it on a large scale just look for Soda Ash/ Baracuda Ash. I was going to add Borax to my version but there is a caution on there for pregnant women so I am extra cautious not to add it. I also use my powder version in the dishwasher! works a treat! I believe we have been fooled into thinking we need different products. And I use vinegar in the rinse in the washing machine AND the dishwasher. I have made liquid bar soap at a pinch, without the washing soda of course - using just bar soap and water for the skin. Great video even with Queenie haircut :) lovely.

[@pinkiedee]

She explains this exact trick in one of her previous laundry soap videos (the live version) and that little science fact blew my mind! I love making my own laundry detergent and that little trick has saved me time trying to find it in my local shops and money because there was none to be had anywhere anyway 😅. I would’ve had to order off of Amazon.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Yes thanks for reminding me of that Delizia and Pinkie! This is a great way to make washing soda from baking soda (quick stovetop method, I've done it and it works well) kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4isc398n7apha8

[@delizianaturally]

@@pinkiedee If you're in Australia I can post the link here where I buy it in bulk and not very expensive either. It actually works out cheaper than the 1kg bags from the Supermarket

[@tiagovazkez9356]

Awsome comment. Sounds like me

[@marionlacey1986]

❤💛🦋 thanks for the dishwasher lightning bulb tip Delizia. Never would have thought of that!

[@lyndawest8612]

Last week, we were out of laundry detergent. Wish I had seen this before my hubby went shopping. Definitely will give this a go

[@user-dv9sd3rv4q]

I enjoy watching your work very easy to follow elnora

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks so much 😊

[@maestra3947]

oh my! Thank you I needed it so much. Hello from Alabama, Usa.

[@maggiejohnson4056]

Thank you, Elly! I've been MIA from your videos on soapmaking b/c I'm trying to get seeds started indoors (first time) & honestly, I have enough soap already made that I just have been prioritizing time! But I am so excited to make this! I've been making/using the powdered form for quite awhile but my kids had problems with some caking on the side of their washer (cold water cycle) so they went back to store bought. (😭) I'm thinking that we all would really like this liquid version! & I happen to have many bars on hand so . . . Thank you! Also, I use vinegar infused with lavender buds for fabric softener but it's good to know it can be diluted. I also love your pulley system for drying! 😊

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Maggie! I hope you like this one. It's been working fantastically for me since I made it.

[@lynnettawilliams2138]

Ove the pulley idea love it thanks for sharing

[@NoeYahy]

tq for ur sharing...i'll be making laundry soap bar soon then the liquid one❤

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

you're welcome. Have fun! :)

[@Wings91]

Just what we all need Elly! ❤️ Prices are through the roof!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Yes! I want to do a costing on this recipe, I'm sure it's a lot cheaper than store bought detergent (especially if you make your bar soap using up old oils).

[@Wings91]

That's a good idea! And it was great to hear that it works well too 🙂 it's hard to find a laundrey detgt that's better for the environment, I used Earth laundrey liquid for a such a long time, and I find out it's ok, but not great, plus everything comes in plastic. Love your videos ❤️ keep up the great work 👍🏼

[@jamiewhispers]

Hi elly I just wanted to say that I use your dry version for over 3 months but now you have the liquid version I had to try. The soap bar with citric acid i made first with hot process, then I chopped up my soap bars because me and graters don't mix. One load done and I have to say I'm in love with the recipe. Thank you so much.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks Jamie! I love it too :)

[@dawnklinter9949]

Love your laundry room! Must try this recipe!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks Dawn! It's rustic, but it works :)

[@chindonly]

Another Brissy Girl! Love your work. Will def try this one 😀

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Yay! Thanks, have fun :)

[@GoAlamo]

I’m not usually awake to catch your lives. I’m really excited! I’m watching from San Antonio, Texas.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh hi! Great that you could see this.

[@beautyfox6683]

Hi Elly, ive been making all these soaps For 25 years, I've even use one I make out of my home made castlle soap As washing up detergent it's brillant.

[@dancewalkertarot]

Thanks so much. Love your channel! :D

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you!

[@kayecramond8194]

you are the Queen of Soap and Bread Making😄 My mum used to make up batches of sludgy soap with eucalyptus oil for handwashing. Memories. The more I watch your soap videos the more I'm leaning toward having a go.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Ooh Kaye, I can see soap making in your future! 😍

[@kayecramond8194]

@@EllysEverydaySoapMaking you got your crystal ball out again>

[@consuela3214]

Thank you for sharing. I always like to find ways to make homemade products to get away from store brought items.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you, me too. You're very welcome.

[@sonjacohn2303]

Elly, this looks wonderful! That will be my next project (after making the bars first of course) . Your dad is a very clever man I think, making all these handy things for you. I love the construction! Thank you , Elly!! I appreciate it very much!🤗

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Sonja! Actually I made the washing line and pulley system all by myself! He just provided the guidance and design help. He's super clever though, has taught me many good skills. I'm a lucky gal.

[@denisepappas4644]

Brilliant Elly. I'll definitely give this a go. I switched from using liquid soap for clothes washing to your powdered recipes as Iwas using a lot. This has so much less ingredients and I often get powder not disolved in my low water front loader.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh that's great for you then! Thank you :) I never had any issues with the dry version dissolving in my machine, but I figure it probably works better if it's going in already dissolved!

[@Cee1505]

Your drying rack is superb!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you 😊

[@carladasilva5548]

Just make your recipe!! Will try it tomorrow. I am excited!!! Put in a bucked in case it gels 😅. Made 4 liters of it . Will have laundry soap for a while. It's just me here at home . Thanks Elly 😊

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Sounds great!

[@solveigkristinehundal286]

I wanted to say that I'm glad I found a recipe without borax! Borax is...not a chemical you want to use if you can avoid it. I know many of these laundry soap recipes call for it, but specifically searched for one without it. Thank you for the recipe and info on laundry soap bars! I will try to make those first.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you! Glad you found this too :)

[@giselebucker3755]

You're wonderful to explain well things and it is soooo funny, nice, soft to see HH ow natural you are, Elly! Loved this recipe!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks so much Gisele, you're so kind! I really enjoyed making and editing this video for everyone :)

[@rajameenanagappan1180]

I jus love u Elly❤. All your videos are so clear with every lil info and thank you so much for sharing your beautiful recipes with us. I have learnt a lot in soapmaking watching your videos. Pls post a video on making a mild facial soap for extremely dry and highly sensitive skin.

[@kathya739]

I'm almost positive she has a facial olive oil soap on KZbin. Check out her blog site.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Rajameena, that's so lovely! Definitely check out my castile soap recipe collection/playlist. They are the most gentle of all handmade soaps.

[@tejnamburu7409]

it always fun watching Elly's videos 😃 👏👏👏

[@joyaghosh2940]

Worth the long wait

[@inhisways7298]

Haven't looked forward to a video like I have for this one!!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh that's so nice to hear!

[@Justmeeee2]

Thank you!!

[@hintsaggiorgies3296]

Thank you for your presentation. And How I can prepare in large amounts.

[@ml3110]

I finally made this today! I used a 100% coconut oil soap that I made for this purpose. But I had made it lye heavy and it was crumbly, which turned out to be okay since it was for this. I put it in the processor and ground it up. 😁 I used arm & Hammer washing soda and I threw in some baking soda, as well. I had used a fragrance in my soap called sensual sandalwood, so the detergent smells amazing! I just did a load of sheets and they came out smelling clean! Thank you so much Elly! God bless you! 🙏💜 🙏

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

That's wonderful!

[@TheJoyfulMom]

I’ve got some bars of homemade laundry soap so this recipe is perfect timing!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh that's cool! Have fun making it :)

[@Viddough]

Hi Ellie you have opened up a whole new world of cleanliness to me,I used the gel technique to also make shower gel the only difference is that I used baking soda (ph 8) instead of washing soda (ph 11),as for the soap I used 2 bars of mild dove soap. THANKS

[@didaparaschiv8781]

Tanks for help with thedese😘

[@AnnaTVVN]

I've been a good video from you. I'm from Vietnam to see you. Thanks for your sharing. Have a nice day!

[@cavarenawatson465]

I was a little bit down today because I had to call a plumber had to cut the water off from the outside this tub is driving me crazy 😃. So I called the plumber and they'll be out here tomorrow. They wanted $1,000 so I figure for $1,000 I can get a brand new tub laugh out loud. So your video came on which it's night time here and you always put a smile on my face. I was smiling so hard my face start hurting 🤣😅🤣😅🤣. So with that being said Ellen if I ever come to your country it would be an honor to share a recipe and make some soap with you and I will be joining your membership when I can stop fixing things around this house ☺️

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh my goodness, what a day you've had! Glad I could cheer you up a bit. I would love for you to join my in the group if you ever can do that!

[@LeiaSober]

Hi Elly! I love all your videos! I make a bar dish soap that is 95% coconut/5% castor (6%superfat) that I would love to easily make into a liquid dish soap. I am going to try this method and let you know how it goes! Thank you for all the information you share!

[@JenniferNicholsArt]

Oh mannnnn. I'm just figuring out fresh flour and now I want to add soaps! 😂 Time to go watch the soap bar videos 😊

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Ahh yes, you are not the only one to experience that Jennifer! Enjoy the learning :)

[@maysoondakhil8165]

Thank you

[@kathya739]

Wish I had an "Elly" in my teenage years to enlighten and guide me:)! I stopped using using the detergents sheets and jumped on board you recipe! SO Much better cleaning power without the bad stuff from commercial. I'm finding out that the older I get, the more skin issues I'm encountering. Thank you!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Kathy! (again!!!) You're amazing. So glad this has been useful for you. I'm loving it.

[@malikg.organic-life.]

The first dry laundry soap I made was great

[@kathya739]

I'm going to try this!! I use a laundry soap sheet called Earth Breeze.. Its biodegradable, packet can be composted, even what it was mailed in. Smells just like something we used as a teenage, before in started doing my own. .

[@suzettatorressutcliffe3253]

thank you

[@Slippyxr]

Great video as always. A tip for anyone who says their towels don't dry as well or abosorb as good, if you're using fabric softener, that is the issue. It leaves a film on the fabric which is why your towels don't dry you off as good.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Exactly!! I wrote about that in the blog post for this recipe. Definitely steer well clear of fabric softener!

[@dinarusso3320]

Diy laundry soap doesn't work for everyone, different factors involved.

[@nenitachedee1963]

Thank you so much elly for your wonderfull vedio

[@karinjudge7277]

Good job Elly. First time I made liquid laundry soap it went jelly like. So had to shake or stir before every use. I didn’t like it. My measurements were off and I used other ingredients. Now I feel like making it again :)

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh I think you'll love this then! The liquid style version might be best for you. Very easy to handle.

[@ramadevi2017]

Thank you Elly

[@reneenewfrock5743]

I love your clothesline!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

It's so awesome!! It required some extensive gymnastics to set up, but SO cool. Uses all that vertical space perfectly. Funny old house we live in :)

[@Bluemiracle555]

Thank you, Elly for this wonderful Video! I tried this out with an homemade soap I had been gifted by a friend. Except that it hasnt turned out a transparent gel form as yours but a milky form liquid.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Ah yes, it totally depends on the original soap and what it was made from. Will vary quite a lot.

[@ramadevi2017]

Thank you 🙏 Elly..I enjoy watching your videos of soap making,but haven't tried yet, but soon I will...

[@emilyuk3570]

Great video. Soothing voice as others have said

[@user-sm4rj1tc8x]

So excited! ☺☺

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Yay!

[@noturningbackever493]

Very interesting. I have a clothesline outside. I have been hanging laundry outside (obviously not on rainy days) for over 50 years now. Sunlight is a natural bleaching agent for whites; it also helps to kill bacteria. On the opposite side, cold helps to kill bacteria and germs, which is why doctor's offices and hospitals are cold. Once winter comes, the only wash that can go out are the bed sheets; clothes won't dry outside in the winter--unless the fabric is lightweight. Denim will take forever, so they go in the dryer. I love putting my towels outside. Yes, they get rough feeling, but that helps to scrub off or exfoliate your skin; fluffy towels don't absorb much moisture. Fabric softener is a waste of money. It's basically a bunch of chemical ingredients--some of which are mystery ingredients--with "fragrance" added, of which the consumer is duped into thinking that it's great for your laundry. Use only vinegar or Epsom salts in the fabric softener dispenser. Epsom salts will help soften the laundry without harming the fabric or adding unpronounceable ingredients onto what you wear or use after showering. For fragrance, add about 1/2 teaspoon of essential oils--one or more--to the Epsom salts and stir. It will not stain your clothes, nor will there be any leftover on them, since the washer dissolves it. Love your video. I may try to make liquid laundry soap, however the only bars of homemade are those that I use for showering. I would appreciate a recipe to make the laundry soap bars so I can try to make the liquid.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you, all sounds so good. There are links for the laundry soap in the description.

[@noturningbackever493]

@@EllysEverydaySoapMaking 😇Glad I could help. BTW, one 16-oz Mason jar should be used for the Epsom salts. Fill the jar, then add the essential oils that you want for true fragrance, not chemicals. EO's are pure and contain no chemicals. Add a tablespoon or so to the fabric softener dispenser.

[@seinenno]

Elly, I'm so glad that I found you. I'm totally new to soap making and find all your videos helpful and charming. I love that you show when something went wrong. That makes it easier for a newbie like me to deal with mistakes. Also, it's so nice that you Aussies use the metric system which makes watching the videos much easier for me (German). Concerning adding scent to the liquid soap, I have one question: Could one add something like orange oil which does colour the soap a bit or does it show in the laundry? Also, you are using vinegar as detergent, but doesn't the laundry then smell like the vinegar and not at all like the essential oils you've used?

[@essdee5876]

I found a fellow Aussie on YT, finally! I'm beginning to make my own Laudry wash with 100% natural ingredients. Hoping for Health and Financial benefits. Thankyou.. off to check out your soap making upload now.. 👋

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh that is lovely! I hope you like my videos. :)

[@premkumar9608]

Just arrived from food forest project. It is a welcome treat Elly Thanks a ton.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh wonderful! Thanks Prem. Hope it's all going well. My husband wants to go to England and Scotland for a trip, I want to go back to India!!

[@premkumar9608]

Elly We will be delightful to see you here. When are you expected.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

There are no plans yet unfortunately. Travel is so expensive now...

[@eloisaojeda7403]

Ohhh Elly what a great discovery. I always use liquid soap and have always put Washing soda in it but, everything has an influence. Since you announced on Instagram your surprise, I was expectant and the result has been fantastic. I used a soap made with olive, coconut and castor that I had already made. I also added a little citric acid to the water and the result was great!!!!! Thanks for sharing 😍😍😍

[@eloisaojeda7403]

And very true everything you have said. I have left a fairly thick layer on top, like cream (although I notice that it has not lost cleaning power), it has not been able to form a gel

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

That's fantastic!!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

I wonder why the layer? Was there some superfat in the soap?

[@eloisaojeda7403]

@@EllysEverydaySoapMaking Horrible. No matter how much I wiped it off it was really a slimy custard type coating and the rest of the soap clear. It was so ugly that I threw it away. I'm going to try your soap recipe. I made it with a soap I made myself from coconut, olive and castor. I don't know what could have happened.

[@sharonforbes5090]

Hi Elly, first of all thank you for your wonderful information you so kindly share. I follow closely both yourself and George and you are both beautifully genuine people. Elly I am wondering if you are making liquid washing detergent from the bars, do you still have to Wait the time for the ph to come down or can you make the liquid from the fresh bars? Also can you point me in the right direction for your video on adding in SAFELY the citric acid and sugars, salt and so on, with the lye. I will also be searching for Georges one as well. Thank you you beautiful people - you are what the world needs more of 🥰

[@ew6519]

That gel would make a great clingy cleaning gel for shower walls and toilet bowls, or even walls...🥰

[@mandalyn212]

When I made mine, I used olive and coconut oils (50/50) and with citric acid. I made mine in middle of winter and it stayed liquid, however I mixed it with my remaining liquid detergent I had on hand, so that may be a factor. So I'm making a new batch today because Im running low. Im looking forward to seeing how it works out :) I have warm weather right now, so I guess I'll have to wait a little while... 🤷‍♀️. Its works really nicely though, I am grateful for your thoughtful and thorough experimentation to help us all find a nice recipe! :)

[@mandalyn212]

@@FrankGutowski-ls8jt who is?

[@mandalyn212]

@@FrankGutowski-ls8jt no really, if you do have somethong helpful to say at least be helpful rather than going around insulting people. Your accusation of self rightous is bit of a self reflection. I didnt delete it by the way, I reported your comment. You are being rude.

[@marjoriesmithson5924]

Thank you Elly. !!!