17 Reviews of Homemade Fabric Softener

From: tecrz

On Jun 24, 2008

Nice alternative. I'm allergic to most fabric softeners so I have never used them. I made this as directed only a word of warning - it can be dangerous. I was so careful when adding everything and then I capped it and gave it one swirl and immediately realized my mistake as the plastic jug swelled instantaneously and as I fumbled for the cap it exploded. It would have been a very entertaining sight to watch if I wasn't shrieking because gritty vinegar was burning my eyes. My two kids (playing underfoot) went running and screaming and my baby was cracking up in her bouncy seat at all of us running around. It was everywhere, even inside my cabinets and on my ceiling! Ha! Be careful! But it really does work nicely. What was left after it exploded anyways. I use a Downy ball by the way.

From: Chef #726534

On May 2, 2008

Great alternative to commercial fabric softeners. I used a citrus liquid potpourri for scent, believe it or not, and that worked fine. Clothes came out with a little static but I'm not not too concerned about static. I'm more concerned about the softness of my clothes since I live in a very hard water area. But with this homemade softener, the clothes certainly came out acceptably soft....and without that fake "chemical" feeling. I'll definitely use this instead of Downey. Update: After 2-3 months of using this, my clothes are now much more noticeably whiter. We live in a very hard water area and hard water can really make clothes dingy, so this stuff is a godsend. I will never buy commercial fabric softener again!

From: Ms*Bindy

On Jun 17, 2007

I made a small batch of this today to try it out. I liked that it has less baking soda than other recipes. I used it on my bed linens, and then hung them out to dry on the line. The next full-size batch I make, I might put in a little borax too, just to add a little more booster to it. I think I will also make it without the frangrance, and then choose my fragrance when I do the laundry. That way I can choose to go fragrance free, or select whichever fragrance I'm in the mood for. Thanks, Littlemomma...I like the recipe!

From: Chef #890571

On Jul 13, 2008

I was searching for an enviro-friendly fabric softner and recipezaar was the first place I went to. I looked at three recipes and thought this one seemed the most legitimate. I'm so happy to say it ACTUALLY WORKS!!!!!!!! THANK YOU!!!

From: robyn win

On Jul 14, 2008

It's also good because the vinegar and baking soda clean all the 'greeblies' out of the washing machine and help prevent soap buildup. Good recipe, and I recommend mixing the stuff outside, less mess to clean up incase of an 'oooopsie'. Vinegar and baking soda great for bugs on roses...

From: eavey

On Nov 12, 2008

Thanks! Works great! I used young living essential oils: purification...my favorite!

From: Kathy1208

On Jun 20, 2009

I make this up unscented, and keep a variety of essential oils in my laundry room with a dropper to scent the laundry with whatever scent I feel like indulging with at that time. I am making my own laundry soap as well, and the two have made such a difference! This softener is very inexpensive to make, and the clothes are just as soft as they can be. I LOVE this stuff! Thanks for posting!

From: 16Paws

On Jun 22, 2008

I halved this recipe to test drive it. It is FAB! DH is sensitive to any additives and I was desperate. This made our laundry soft and static free. Thanks so much for sharing.

From: peppergirl

On Oct 30, 2008

This is a great fabric softener. It fights static cling and keeps my clothing fresh and soft. Thanks for a great recipe!

From: Chef #781052

On Feb 15, 2009

Works great.!!!!