DIY: Home Made Laundry Soap

I have this intense desire to nest and when it comes to my home, I am super-duper organized. I love to clean and I love to learn new tips and tricks. I believe in having  a home, not just a house with walls and a roof. One of the things I really enjoy doing is making things from scratch and getting back to basics. I am also a teacher, so I get screwed and live on poverty wages my income is limited. If I can save money, all the better!

Last night I made my entire year's worth of laundry soap. It is very easy, just a little time consuming as it is done in two steps. I learned this and modified the recipe from here. Think you might like to try? Here is how I did it...

Dollar Store Score!

Once again the dollar store has come through for me. I found white Zote soap bars there yesterday. Zote is used when you hand wash, make your own laundry soap, or use a washboard. I got six bars for, you guessed it, six bucks and tax. I also found packages of 50 clothespins for just a buck. I will buy five or so of those so I have some put by. Clothespins are exposed to dampness and elements, so they may need frequent replacement. I was just thrilled to be able to buy these items to "put by."