So this year for us is all about spending less $$$ and saving more. I'm trying out new ways to be frugal & searching online for this good info.
Dishwashing Soap for about 8 cents per load
- 1 Tablespoon Borax (76 oz sold for $5 at Ace)
- 1 Tablespoon baking soda (128 oz for $13 online - it may be less at Costco where I bought a big bag)
Mix the Borax and baking soda together. Then, add to your dishwasher's detergent compartment, and run as usual. I like to mix up a big batch & fill an old Costco soap container.
Interesting facts:
Borax and baking soda are both natural disinfectants and mild abrasives – just what you need to blast away stuck on food and germs. In fact, you may be interested to learn that Borax is a common ingredient in many commercial detergents.
Why bother?
- its inexpensive
- there are no harsh chemicals
- it does not emit chlorine gas like other commercial detergents
- it is an effective sanitizer
- it is an effective stain remover
- its an effective water softener
- and its environmentally-friendly (phosphate-free)
- You actually use a lot less of this than the commercial stuff
Be sure to keep this away from kids & pets just like any other cleaner. I also marked the 2T line on my old scoop so I know I'm not using too much. I've been doing this for a month & have only once had to re-wash my dishes. (I'd loaded them funny & they just didn't get clean)
There are lots of places I may have found this info. . . But I'm pretty sure I read it at
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Nursing Cover Up Specs
Each one is hand cut and sewn and each is unique. Although they are approximately the same size, sizes do vary slightly, with the smallest size being 20" x 30." The neck strap is adjustable. In the corner you'll find a piece of soft fabric (terrycloth, flannel, or jersey knit) that serves as a pocket and as a burp cloth.
Check out the fabric collection in my etsy shop - just follow the link. Once you're there, choose your item & check out. You'll need to create an account name if you haven't shopped etsy before.
If you're in Yakima, I'll deliver it free. Otherwise, postage is approx $4.
And let me know if you prefer a different fabric than the ones shown. If you check the sold items you'll see what I've done in the past.
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1 comments:
Thanks Melissa for the $ saving tip! I have been using Borax and baking soda for a long time. I add baking soda to the kids bath water, it really helps with the dry skin! Vinegar is another product I use all around the house.
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