How to make Homemade Laundry Soap

[@dougrichardson1980]

I noticed you have a KitchenAid mixer in the background. When I grate my soap, I use the grater attachment that I have for my mixer that I used to chop up carrots and hash browns. It works perfect on the soap.

[@Virginny]

Oooh I could even add my favorite downy unstoppables to. This looks great.

[@queenofhearts2465]

Love it my 12 year old daughter is going to be getting ready for a late night Walmart run.....thank you

[@BettenTheFarm]

Yay! I hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

[@amieinnovascotia3237]

Back in the ‘70’s, that is how we ground our coffee beans. In canning jars using the blender. None of my current blenders will fit the jars now though but I do keep a blender in the laundry room and simply leave the blitzed soap in it and scoop it out. When it get almost to the bottom I add some water and blitz it again to stir and pour off into the next couple loads. Cheap blenders work fine for that. They get messed up so when they stop working it’s no loss. The big batches are slimy and trail leaving a mess wherever you use it. This is much nicer to use.

[@despicabledavidshort3806]

That's a great idea

[@nonamehowisgoogleusingourd886]

Thanks for the information

[@emr.8618]

I've used this laundry creamy soap for about five years. I LOVE it! When my laundry (towels mostly) get really smelly, I do still add some liquid laundry soap I buy, but this is very effective just on it's own. Sometimes I miss the smell of the fabric softeners so I buy the store brands and add about three times the weight of the total bottle in water to the softener and it gives it a very faint smell to the clothes. I NEVER use it full strength because I've gotten used to the natural stuff and the fabric softener just smells way too strong. I also don't have a big blender, I have a small mini smoothie kind, but it works just as well in small batches. I live in a tiny home and have to be very picky about what small appliances we keep! Thank you for this video! The recipe is super simple and saves big money in the long run! 🥰

[@ajalicea1091]

EM R. Have you tried to mix your favorite smell hair conditioner with white vinegar and water in gallon jug? It does a great job!

[@seriouslyomg1234]

Ooh I’ve made the five gallon bucket recipe a few times but this version looks like so much fun! Definitely going to try this today! Thanks for sharing 🙌🏾🥰

[@TexasBeliever57]

I think I have converted from the five gallon bucket after seeing your version. I'm going to give this a go. Thank you!!

[@BettenTheFarm]

You're very welcome. Thank you for watching. I hope it works as well for you.

[@sabunsu]

hello thanks I was watching the most simple and understandable homemade laundry detergent videos.

[@BettenTheFarm]

Thank you so much. I try my best to show how simple things can be in the hopes that you'll try it for yourself. If I can do it...anyone can :)

[@lindahamilton4349]

I was very excited to try this. I did, results wasn't as easy as expected. I believe the conditions in my kitchen would have warranted a shorter wait time than 4 hours. My blender would only whip the closest to the blades. My kitchen aid mixer with the wire whisk finished the job. a little messy but will try it again at another time. I also think the smaller shredder on my tool might work better as well. All in all very excited to find you. Thanks!

[@lindadechow3703]

This is a terrific recipe, it turned out great, thank you. I even have a small hand turn grater 《Walmart, apx $17-$19) that grates the soap in a hurry. Thank you for the whipped idea, my Osterizer blender is the same one you use. And that idea of using it to whip the soap right in the jar is genius.

[@Rae-lh7ex]

I made this recipe today. I was so eager to wash my clothes. It washes nicely in an he machine however no suds which is fine but my clothes didn’t come out smelling of anything and were ok clean but could be cleaner. I am going to increase the heaping table spoon to 2 as my He front loader is very large and likely takes about 2 loads. I normally wash in cold but I decided warm would help the whip go down the slot better into the machine, I checked it a few times just to make sure and it went down. My sons girlfriend was freaked out when I said I made the laundry liquid as she didn’t want her designer clothes washed in it,,,,,well I washed her name brand clothes and it was fine, no damage😌. I added unstoppable to the second scoop of whip no issues

[@BettenTheFarm]

I'm so happy you that made the recipe. On a front load washer, just put your detergent right in on top of your clothes not through the dispenser on top. It's so thick it could clog up. On a top load washer, start your water put the detergent in then clothes. I hope this helps to get a better result. Again, I'm so happy you made it. I LOVE this stuff.

[@jurnagin]

I add a large bottle of Dawn dishwashing liquid for Xtra grease cutting insurance, I've added 2 bottles of gain smell boosters but it didn't increase smell at all and it's too expensive to add more, so I bought a 3 pack of essential oils at Walmart and it's making it smell pretty good but it simply won't be strong as the store bought brands, they will give your entire house a fresh smell! The best thing to do is mix a. Large jug of Gain detergent to you're recipe and make a super batch which will last well over a year, and will smell great, you'll spend about 35$ but it's worth it cause you'll make so much of it and you can put plenty of it per load

[@13MoonsOverMayhem]

That's awesome, I haven't seen anyone else do a whipped version!

[@BettenTheFarm]

I hope you try it sometime. Our family loves it!

[@carolyntipping3413]

Wow I really love this plus you are so cute your presentation was so natural thank you so much...

[@BettenTheFarm]

Aw, well thank you so much! I truly appreciate your kind words. Thank you for watching

[@seekeroftruth1639]

I made this and melted Downey beads with it! I love it thank you so much.

[@BettenTheFarm]

That's a good idea. Glad it worked for you so well. Thank you for letting me know and for watching.

[@amandaadams4103]

Thats a fantastic idea.

[@vivianjohnson4940]

I am going to give this a try. You have been the easiest recipe so far. Thank you so much.

[@BettenTheFarm]

Wonderful! I hope you do. We love it.

[@mountainmama4068]

Yes it looks pretty that way whipped up smooth

[@BettenTheFarm]

Mountain Mama Thank you!

[@p.k.gilliam8157]

Just wanted to say that I will be making the detergent! I think you have a great channel. I found you by way of Pratt Family Homestead. Great job! Thanks!

[@BettenTheFarm]

Thank you so much. I'm glad you found us. We'll be doing new videos soon.

[@p.k.gilliam8157]

@@BettenTheFarm I know how hard it is to keep up! Don't worry, you are doing a great job!

[@gailwagoner9906]

Thank you for sharing this

[@jurnagin]

Years ago I started getting those bumps on back of head and I couldn't figure out what caused them, then I realized that I always used several scoops of tide or gain and always had my clothes and sheets and blankets and pillows smelling fresh but noticed after washing I would have bumps on back of head, So I switched to homemade detergent because it's easy on skin,

[@LeissaC1964]

I've just made my first batch (2 quart jars) tonight! Cant wait to use it

[@jurnagin]

@@LeissaC1964 it's not a good as people say, you're gonna have to add more ingredients like a degreaser, a huge bottle of dishwashing liquid, and twice as much soap, and get a 3 pack of essential oils from Walmart and add as much as you desire, I even put some scented espen salt in mine

[@tinaprice4948]

@@jurnagin did you whip yours still and did it turn out whipped really well with all the added ingredients?

[@ajalicea1091]

@@jurnagin It also depends on your water I use it and I have no problems and I like it

[@jurnagin]

@@ajalicea1091 those. Bumps can be from using shampoo but once skin is irritated that strong washing detergent makes it worse, especially if you pour a lot of it per load

[@maryward1964]

I am in the process of making today , in the 4-5 hr wait time! I’m excited!

[@BettenTheFarm]

I hope it turned out well for you. I just love how fresh it smells. 😊

[@gailwagoner9906]

Im going to make this one

[@missmable6015]

I like your hair, so pretty.

[@BettenTheFarm]

Thank you very much 😊

[@missmable6015]

@@BettenTheFarm your most welcome.

[@McCreaFamilyHomestead]

cool I will have to try doing it this way instead of the 5 gallon bucket I have used before.

[@BettenTheFarm]

McCrea Family Homestead I hope you do. You'll love the difference in texture verses the bucket method. I love this and hope you will too. Have a great day

[@areliperez3767]

How did it go?

[@giselenascimento6157]

Great video! Thank you! What’s the “home” shelf life?

[@BettenTheFarm]

I'm not exactly sure. It will thicken slightly over time, but never went bad. Plus, I do enough laundry that it doesn't last long enough to find out 😁

[@ajalicea1091]

I made several batches with a similar recipe (added same amount of baking soda). That was like 7-9 years ago. Time to make more.

[@TheNealsHomestead]

great demonstration!

[@morpro4u]

The 5 gallon bucket is great if you are making for multiple people or you are stocking up or prepping! in other words in can be used as a transfer bucket! JMO

[@surchillaragoonath4752]

I like this one I don't know if I can get washing soda in Trinidad we don't have the soap but I can use a next one

[@ajalicea1091]

Use your favorite bar of laundry soap. Some folks have even used their favorite bath soap.

[@suzannenichols6900]

You put a regular blender top on a mason jar? I don't understand. What did I just see? LOL! But I just want to be able to do what you just did and I'm not sure I have all the equipment. The soap material I covered. Please advise. Nevermind I read further down in the comments and I guess I'm just going to have to go on a yard sale/Goodwill hunt; got it. 👍 Thanks again for the video and everything else. 💞

[@BettenTheFarm]

Yes ma'am. I regular blender base will fit on top of a regular mouth Mason jar. You saw correctly. Hope its turns out for you. Good luck and thanks for watching

[@ajalicea1091]

I buy used appliances and utensils, including the mason jars, (I label them so i know exactly which to use),when I'm doing something like this. I do not want to take a chance of chemicals being in with my food. I am very meticulous even when I'm cleaning this kind of stuff but why take chances.

[@lilbird1962]

Awesome

[@freshstart7756]

You make it look so easy. I think I might give it a shot. New sub here. We really appreciate y'all sharing! -Nate

[@BettenTheFarm]

H2OK Farm Thank you so much and we really appreciate you. Have a great day

[@meas7489]

it looks yammy !!

[@carolsferra3582]

Oh going to do this!!!!

[@rubyokosi8377]

Thanks Miss

[@BettenTheFarm]

You're welcome

[@nikkitobin8356]

Great video 👋👋👋👋👋👋

[@BettenTheFarm]

Thank you 😊

[@lillianespinoza2235]

Very nice I'm going to try this one thank you 🌻

[@BettenTheFarm]

Thank you. I hope that you do. You'll love it!

[@yeaton1976]

So easy to follow. Thank you

[@BettenTheFarm]

You're very welcome. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@LeissaC1964]

I love it it turned out perfect! ❤❤❤❤

[@BettenTheFarm]

Good. I'm so happy you tried it.

[@LorellaPlanBeeOrchardandFarm]

Ooooh! Cheese! 😂😂😂😂 I love that greater. I have never seen one like that. Where did you get it? I also didn’t know that you could attach ball jars to a blender like that. That makes things easy. My blender is different though, I have a ninja blender. I wonder if I could with the detergent using my KitchenAid with the whisk attachment?

[@BettenTheFarm]

Not a Farm Girl: a Homestead Adventure. Actually I picked up the grater at a garage sale this summer and knew if would be perfect for this. I've used the others for a long time and no matter how slow I go, I made a huge mess, lol. I looked at it and it's from IKEA, go figure lol. It's funny that you said that about your blender, because I was killing my old one so I too went and bought a NINJA and was so excited until I realized that it wouldn't work because of the base being different. But, I still have lots of great uses for my Ninja and I just picked up a cheaper regular blender at a different garage sale. Gotta love garage sales and thrift stores 😊😊. You can use a regular mixer but I'd have a whisk and bowl just for soap. You'd still want to jar it and turn it upside down so that it separates properly then after the 4 hours transfer to your mixer and then you can rejar it. A few extra steps but should have the same results. You'll love it. I've got many repeating customers that swear by it also. Thank you for watching. I really appreciate it. Have a great day! - Jenny

[@giselenascimento6157]

Ikea has those!

[@antoniozepedamedina]

I heard that the wide mouth jars work with the Ninja blender, but don't take my word for it I don't have s Ninja.

[@rebeccaantram4165]

Does it dissolve in cold water cycle? Looks amazing thank you 😊

[@BettenTheFarm]

Yes, ma'am it sure does.

[@silverpromidi]

Love this idea :) I do not however have any way to get the soap that you use and suggest - without stupid prices for freight from the US :/ - I make my own coconut laundry soap, how much of that would I need to use? Thanks.

[@daynawhitehead7611]

I believe you would still use 5 oz. by weight.

[@silverpromidi]

@@daynawhitehead7611 thank you :)

[@ajalicea1091]

Kerry, I am glad someone answered your Question. Basically you can use any bar that is Your choice. There was one lady who used Castille soap.

[@justjosie8963]

I've made a powder version that also used an equal amount of baking soda. I notice on the liquid recipes it is left out. Do you know why? Or if it would help or hurt your recipe?

[@ajalicea1091]

Just found this site today. Don't know if anyone answered your question. Yes, you can add the regular baking soda.

[@topazzen6404]

Would it save time to put the soap in chunks in the blender? I've never made it, but I was wondering. Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@BettenTheFarm]

If you have a strong enough blender or food processor I'm sure you could put big chucks into it to crumble the soap bar. I shredded it to help it melt faster. I hope you try and make it. We love it! Thanks for watching

[@lynnettawilliams7143]

I love this idea better then powder but I love good smells what does it smell like

[@ajalicea1091]

It has a very bland smell. Some folks have added essential oils for scent. Others use the purex crystals or the scent beads.

[@BettenTheFarm]

I think the whip smell fresh and clean. When using it in the liquid form it does get bland and would add some type of essential oil.

[@elisawinn3255]

I have already mixed zote, borax, washing soda and downy sent boster. Do you think I would be able to mix them the way you did and have mine like yours or would it be better just to make pods?

[@TheBestOfEverything-dt2nt]

Hi. Thanks! New subscriber. Question, could I use my blender CUP instead of that mason jar to mix?

[@BettenTheFarm]

Absolutely. I just prefer to use something that wont be used for food again. But you can use whatever you like. Thanks for subbing. Have a great day

[@morpro4u]

@@BettenTheFarm love your video can we add essential oil scents if we want to customize the smell or is that recommended? I noticed that some people recommend not doing some say its ok what is your thoughts or opinions? Look forward to your reply!

[@morpro4u]

@@BettenTheFarm went back and listened to it again I apologize!

[@shelleydee]

This laundry soap is great! Takes the stink out of bath towels.

[@BettenTheFarm]

I'm so glad you've tried it and that it works as well for you as it does me.

[@melbavallery6794]

Can I double or triple this recipe to last longer? I just didn’t want to make it again in a month or so. Thank you

[@BettenTheFarm]

It will make two quarts which latest our family of 5 over 2 months. If you have a big enough pot, you could definitely double or triple it. You'll just have to be careful to make sure all of the Fels Naptha dissolves or it can become gritty. Thank you for your question and for watching.

[@ajalicea1091]

Melba, I do with no problems. It's just that once I have whipped it up, I transferred into either clean out old peanut butter jars or Mayonnaise jars. Which are plastic so you don't have to worry about them breaking in the future. They just won't fit on the blender.

[@-AnyWho]

so im guessing like a heaping tablespoon per load or so depending on the size of your load?

[@BettenTheFarm]

AnyWho yes. You would be great.

[@vreese3350]

Why do you use purified or distilled water? Does not using it affect how it comes out?

[@BettenTheFarm]

You just don't want to use water that has been treated with chlorine, etc.

[@ajalicea1091]

I Use well water personally

[@sulmaoropeza7848]

Does the bar soap have better natural ingredients than zote soap? Why not use baking soda to Eliminate odors on clothes?

[@janetchessor9555]

would it be a whole bar of Zote? its almost twice the size or just half? thanks.

[@BettenTheFarm]

Janet Chessor it would be a whole bar. Zone isn't quite as potent as the Fels Naptha.

[@denneestasko2345]

Could you this to Stop stains First Like you drop your hamburger down the front of you or Kids cloths after time at the park. Thank You for Your time DDS.

[@tmlawson2009]

How much do u use for small medium and large loads

[@anneclark1330]

Me again...what kind of blender has the blade sections that comes off the base and exactly fits a qt Mason jar?

[@ajalicea1091]

Take a Mason jar ring with you can try it. That way you can be sure that you have the right Blender.

[@kitzander8086]

Mine didn’t make 2 quarts- it made only 1-1/2. My Fels Naptha bar was old and grated into powder.

[@BettenTheFarm]

You may have forgotten to split them evenly and then top them off with water. That would make up the half quart difference.

[@dianebeland3290]

Unfortunately my ninja blender bottom doesn't fit any of the jars.

[@BettenTheFarm]

Mine didn't either, so I went to a thrift store and bought one for $5. Figured even if it blew up after a couple of times, it was still worth. 6 years later and I still have the blender, lol.

[@chayah_luv]

Can you use a stick blender if you don't have a blender

[@BettenTheFarm]

It would take an awfully long time and may be very messy. I just don't know if it would get blended enough. You can find a blender at a thrift store for a couple of dollars and would still save you in the long run. I hope this helps.

[@pumpkinspice7359]

I use a wide mouth jar and my stick blender and it works great.

[@mariaconsuelothomen]

Did you say this could also be made with Zote soap? Can it be made with Zote flakes?

[@Rae-lh7ex]

Yes it can, I made mine with zote soap. Love the pink zote. I’ve been making this recipe for years

[@mariaconsuelothomen]

@@Rae-lh7ex My question is,, can you use Zote FLAKES?

[@BettenTheFarm]

Yes, I'd just weigh out the same ounces that are in a bar. Should work just fine.

[@mariluz5286]

where do you get those glass jars that fix the blender? Can you attach to any type of blender?

[@BettenTheFarm]

The glass jars that I used were quart size Ball canning jars. You can only use these jars with blenders that the blade portion detaches or unscrews from the blender pitcher. Thank you for watching 😁

[@kris_kreations]

Great video. But how clean does it get the clothes?

[@BettenTheFarm]

Thank you. It does a great job getting darks clean and lights brighter.

[@VG-yh3ci]

How much detergent do you add to a regular load of laundry?? Thank you

[@BettenTheFarm]

1 tablespoon. Thank you for watching

[@kitzander8086]

Oops- forgot to add the water!

[@BettenTheFarm]

Uh oh. Did you have to start over? I hope it turned out for you in the long run.

[@rebeccalankford2652]

Idk if borax fumes are good to inhale? Why not just use it dry? What is the purpose or advantage of whipping it? Some ingredients are rendered ineffective after mixing with water. (The borax) Do you need soap with washing soda? Also this is soap not detergent. How do you deal with the soap scum build up in your washer?

[@BettenTheFarm]

The whip is a little more concentrated and just a preference for some. I use both. I like to switch it up occasionally. Washing soda can be used alone for a good brightener/booster if needed. Occasionally I use 2 cups of vinegar and run the clean cycle on my washer.

[@wahineokeakua]

Does this dissolve in cold water washes?

[@BettenTheFarm]

Yes, it sure does. The majority of the time I try to wash in cold.

[@darlenerothenay6251]

Can you add baking soda - about 1/2 cup?

[@BettenTheFarm]

I've never tried it. You could always put some baking soda in your load separately.

[@darlenerothenay6251]

Betten The Farm thank you!

[@FrankGutowski-ls8jt]

Darlene Rothenay There’s no need for baking soda. It already contains plenty of water softeners.

[@darlenerothenay6251]

Frank Gutowski thank you Frank

[@ajalicea1091]

Yes you can! That is how others have done it too!!! Some have even dropped the Borax due to allergic reactions.

[@alisonbishop3325]

Can this be used in a high efficiency washer?

[@BettenTheFarm]

Yes, it sure can. For a top load start the water running, put your spoonful of whip then add clothes. For a front load washer put your clothes in and then put your spoonful right on top your clothes.

[@stefanieschubert620]

What type of blender are you using?

[@BettenTheFarm]

It's just an old blender from the thrift store. As long as the blade portion can come off and fit a jar, you'll be fine.

[@marieclark2155]

What if you haven't got a bullet to mix it in can you blend or whisk it

[@BettenTheFarm]

I did not use a bullet either. You can buy any cheaper blender from a thrift store, because you don't want to use the same one you use for food. As long as the collar portion that contains the blade can unscrew then it should fit right on your ball jar. Good luck. I hope it works for you.

[@robinurtz3097]

I’m allergic to Fels-Naptha. Could I use Ivory soak?

[@BettenTheFarm]

Uh. I don't know how well ivory would work. I know you can grind up zote soap and use it. For one batch (2 jars) it may be worth it for you to try using Ivory. Experimenting is how great things are created, so I'd say give it a shot and see how it works. Let me know if you do. I'm curious. Thanks for watching.

[@ajalicea1091]

Robin, I have been told you can use any Bar of soap of your choice. Fels Naptha, ZOTE (they have 2 different bars), castile, homemade bars. Best of experiences.

[@seashorecanadian]

How much soap? We don't have your brands!

[@BettenTheFarm]

seashorecanadian The alternative for Fels Naptha in Canada would be Sunlight bar soap. Has the same ingredients. I hope this helps. 😀

[@ajalicea1091]

Seashorecanadian, Use the bar of soap of your choice.

[@earlenepeterson8065]

Could I just put my whipped soap in the wash dispenser of my HE top loader?

[@BettenTheFarm]

It may be too thick. It's best to just put the tablespoon on top of your load.

[@gailwagoner9906]

What does the orange smell like?

[@MichelleHotchkissArt]

Everything here is totally identical in every way to the Laundry Sauce by Liss on Budget101 website from back in 2012. It’s always good to give credit to the OG.

[@BettenTheFarm]

Really? That's great. I've never seen that website, but thank you for letting me know and if I would have gotten from there I would have given credit like I do in all of my videos, in which I do call outs, web links, etc.

[@marthaholtquist6331]

Hello: Could you tell what brand and model is your blender?

[@BettenTheFarm]

My blender is a Osterizer 10-Speed. I got it for a few bucks at a garage sale specifically for this just in case I burnt it up, lol.

[@loisroberts2216]

I went shopping for super washing soda no store had it even the ones I have bought it at no store had zote soap. Seam it's getting hard to come by. Been making this for 15 yrs. But on line they only let u buy 2 bars . Why?

[@daynawhitehead7611]

Take baking soda and spread evenly on a parchment-lined cookie sheet. Bake at 400 deg. in your oven for 1 hour and Voila! Washing soda. The baking soda goes from a tight, clumpy powder to a more crystalline structure. All washing soda is is super-heated baking soda. Learned that from Soaping 101’s KZbin channel.

[@tinaprice4948]

You should be able to buy that stuff if you live in the US I know other places have a different brand its not arm and hammer, and there are a few different soap bars out there, but I you can use other soap as well.

[@ajalicea1091]

@Tina Price I think she was having issues purchasing it; due to the factors there has been such an issue with getting supplies into stores. So, in turn, some companies are putting a limit on things that you order online.

[@ajalicea1091]

Prayerfully, you are not having that problem anymore. Went through the same issue. The places where you could order it online were limiting everyone due to the fact they didn't want anybody to hoard/resell at a higher price. Like saw them did with the toilet paper.

[@tasharichardson9618]

Hey there are you still making this??

[@BettenTheFarm]

Yes. I sure am. I even make it for a cabin rental place so that they can advertise locally made me natural laundry soap used on all linens and towels. I love it!

[@p.thompson8970]

Can you add oxy clean to this recipe?

[@FrankGutowski-ls8jt]

No you should not. It decomposes and will not retain bleaching capacity.

[@anneclark1330]

What about bar Ivory soap?. Anyone ever try that?

[@despicabledavidshort3806]

I think it would work bc I've seen Heidi on Rain Country use it (I think it was her)

[@Rae-lh7ex]

You could use any soap.

[@LeissaC1964]

Has anyone one ever used purex crystals in the soap

[@jurnagin]

Yes but it won't make a difference, it's too expensive, but you can use scented espen salt it's real cheap

[@FrankGutowski-ls8jt]

If you dump the solids in all at once it will blurp out all over the stove, making for a more entertaining video!

[@bowler8]

This is a copy of Valerie Collins recipe kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6m9g5enaMSqpZY