Simplifying-Homemade Dishwasher Soap

As you know, my goal this year is to

 

SIMPLIFY

 

Part of that process is moving towards a healthier way of life. One thing I am doing is moving away from chemical based cleaners and either buying green versions or

 

{gasp!}

 

making my own! It really is simple to make your own cleaners and is much, much cheaper.

 

 I've started making my own dishwasher soap. We had to fiddle with the amount we put in the dishwasher to find out what works but now that we have the amount right, it seems to be cleaning better than the commercial name-brand. I've also been using vinegar for the rinse. It is so much cheaper! Next week, I'm going to start making my own laundry soap. I'll let you know how that goes. I have been using vinegar for the fabric softener/static control and it works great!

 

 The reason I'm not doing it all at once has to do with simplifying. Yes, I want to move to a more healthy lifestyle, but trying to do it all at once is counterproductive. In other words, it will cause

 

STRESS

 

and that is exactly what I don't want!! Making changes a little at a time not only keeps the stress away but it also helps ensure that the changes will stay. They just become part of our routine and that is exactly what I want. Creating a simpler life is what I want.

 

 Are you simplifying this year?

 

What are you doing to simplify?

 

 

 

Homemade Dishwasher Soap

 

1/2 cup Borax

1/2 cup Baking Soda

1/4 cup Kosher Salt

(Kosher works best because of the coarseness)

 

Mix all together and store in covered container. 

 

I use about 1 1/2-2 tablespoons in my dishwasher.  Start with about 3/4 tablespoon and work your way up to whatever works best in your dishwasher.