Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Homemade Laundry Soap

Consider stockpiling these ingredients. They are reasonably inexpensive and the detergent can be made even off grid.

Homemade Laundry Soap 

4 C water for sauce pan 
1 bar grated Fels Naptha soap 
1 cup Arm & Hammer washing soda 
1 cup 20 Mule Team Borax
4 1/2 gallons water 
5 gallon bucket

Put grated Fels Naptha in saucepan and cover with water. Heat on low until dissolved. Fill bucket with hot water and add soap. Stir to combine. Add 1 cup washing soda and 1 cup borax and mix well. As it cools, it will thicken. If mixture becomes too thick, add hot water to thin it to desired consistency. May be used immediately. Mix well before each use. Use 1/2(normal) to 1 cup per load (heavy). 

(Cost per load = approx. 4 cents!)


Homemade Powder Laundry Soap

1 cup grated Fels Naptha soap
1/2 cup Arm & Hammer Washing Soda 
1/2 cup Borax

Mix and store in air tight container or bag.

Light/Small Loads = 1 TBSP
Regular Load = 2 TBSP
Heavy/Dirty Load = 3 TBSP

To make a large batch, grate 6 bars and add 3 cups washing soda and 3 cups Borax. Mix and store in airtight container. 

Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Food Rotations Systems

An Introduction to FRS


Food storage management has never been easier thanks to Thrive Life Food Rotation Systems. Available in sixteen sizes and two depths, our food rotation systems were designed to easily store and rotate a large amount of cans. Every food rotation system features patented front-loading technology and fits easily into most storage spaces. Thrive Life Food Rotations Systems are customizable and offer a variety of convenient, versatile food organization options.
Not sure what shelving unit will work best for you? Use our FRS Planner to find out!