Anyone make their own laundry detergent?

[H. Cromwell]

9. My Recipe

I use this recipe....I shred the fels naptha bars in a food processor and then run the shredded soap thru it again wsing the grating blade. It is much easier than grating the bars on a cheese grater.

1bar Fels Naptha (grated)
1cup Arm & Hammer Washing Soda
1cup Borax

I do about 4 bars of soap and measure everything into a small plastic bucket with a lid....shake well to mix and put the mixture into smaller containers. I use 2 tablespoons of the mix per large load of wash. It is low sudsing and can be used in the new washers. It dissolves well in warm or cold water. We use fabric sofener or fabric sheets (in the dryer) for a more refreshing scent on our clothing. I've been using this recipe for about 2 years and feel it is easier on the clothes than the store bought detergents.