Updated on: January 31, 2022
Originally published on: April 4, 2013
DIY Fabric Softener Recipe
If you read Part One of this series, you are a bit more familiar with Essential Oils and their uses. Over the next two posts I will show you two more simple recipes for common household products using products you most likely have on hand and the Essential oils I received from essential oils from Plant Therapy.
Today is our second DIY recipe post, and it's one of my personal favorites: a DIY homemade fabric softener.
This recipe is nice if you want to soften your clothing and give it a nice scent, at the same time.
Ingredients
¼ cup baking soda
2 teaspoons cornstarch (optional)
3 to 5 drops essential oil (your favorite scent) I made two different scents, using Lemon and Tea Tree for one and Lavender only for the second.
Directions:
Sift the dry ingredients into a container that has a lid.
Then, add the essential oil,
mixing first with a fork
and then sifting the mixture 2-3 more times to thoroughly mix the oil in with the dry ingredients.
I used the following combinations:
Container One: 2 drops Sweet Orange, 1 drop Lemon
Container Two: 3 drops of Lavender only
Keep in a sealed, air-tight container, clearly labeled.
When ready to use, scoop 1 to 2 tablespoons into a bag made of sheer fabric such as muslin or an old pair of hose . Use a rubber band, string or ribbon to tie it closed.
Throw it in the dryer with the clothes, set the dryer and that’s it!
Be sure to check out my fourth and final post in the Plant Therapy Essential oil series - a DIY Air Freshener!
I received these products for free for the purpose of review. Regardless, all opinions are my own.
I love the idea of making my own fabric softener! I can't usually stand the scents/fragrances in the stores and am always looking for a softer/more subtle option for still making my clothes smell great. I also enjoy adding a few drops of essential oils right to my wool dryer balls. 🙂
I love this!!! I have to try it but I need little bags. I love any thing that can save me money, plus I know what it is!
I would like to try the germ-fighter Synergy oil.
i am going to write some of these recipes down! I love it!
I'd love some citronella or peppermint too!!
this is great! thanks for sharing this i love essential oils 🙂
Great ideas! I didn't know you could make so many things with these oils
I'd love the Cinnamon Bark
That is super-cool... thank you so much for sharing!
entered and hoping to win. this is really an interesting product i want to try it 🙂
I have never tried making my own fabric softener. I need to give this a try.
Hi Alaina,
Thank you for visiting me at Linkin with my ladies! I am loving those oils! My son has eczema so I am always looking for things to help calm the itchings. Glad I came by. I am now a new fan 🙂
Jessica
The Wondering Brain
I would like to try the Lavendar Essential Oil. I love the way it smells!
The spring cleaning set!
Eucalyptus
What a fabulous homemade, natural recipe! We don't use fabric softener in this house because I have such a sensitivity and the stuff that's available is just TOO strong for my linking o.O
Thanks so much for sharing and for the great giveaway!! I'd love the Mio Aromatherapy Diffuser 🙂
The Tis the Season set would be really nice for the holidays.
What creative and great ways to use essential oils! Great step-by-step instructional on how to make fabric softener. I had no idea!
I would really like to give the Germ-Fighter essential oils a try. I am always looking for ways to keep our home clean without the use of really harsh, harmful chemicals.
This is awesome! I am an advocate for "Living Green" and love this post. I am going to go check out your first two posts in the series too! THANKS!
I would like to try Rosehip Carrier Oil
Thank You for the chance to enter
Fiona N