For some people doing laundry is a negative thing. We’ve all heard it–er–said it, “I have to do the laundry today.” But after learning how to make my own laundry detergent, liquid fabric softener and even fabric softener crystals, I have caught the bug and actually don’t mind doing the laundry.
I especially love being able to find new ways to maximize my budget when it comes to the laundry. Recently, I learned how to make my own supply of unlimited dryer sheets using ingredients at my house for only $1.00! I know–$1.00!! Here is a thrifty and easy way to never run out of dryer sheets again!
How to make your own Unlimited Dryer Sheets
- 1 Container with an airtight lid – I used an old Huggies wipes box
- 3 sponges cut in half – $0.75 for a 4pk at the dollar store
- 1 cup of your favorite fabric softener – $0.25 worth of fabric softener
- 2 cups water – free from my water supply
Total – $1.00 – more if you need an airtight container
Mix the water and fabric softener together in your plastic container with a spoon. Cut the sponges in half and add them to the liquid completely soaking them in the mixture.
When you are ready to use them, squeeze the sponge of the excess liquid and add to the dryer with your wet clothes. Run the dryer as usual. Once the dryer cycle is finished, place the now dry sponge back into the container of liquid, move it to the bottom and close the lid until next time. The sponges stay moist in the liquid and are ready for the next batch when you are!
That is all it takes to make your unlimited dryer sheets! I spent less than five minutes and $1.00 to make this whole project!
Your clothes end up soft, smelling great, and free of static. I think they smell even better because these dryer sheets are cheap and reusable!
Now onto the next batch of laundry…
Hello,
I have been making my own laundry soap for a while. I was a little nervous about making the unlimited dryer sheets. I was also worried about any spotting from the fabric softener. But as you explained. I will try this now. Thanks for the great tips! You page is bookmarked on my computer.
I have done this.. I actually run a motel and make my own laundry soap and use these for for the dryer however, these leave spots on the white sheets from the blue in the fabric softener. You have to make sure you use a white conditioner when making this. If you don’t want spots on your clothes.
What kind of conditioner do you use, hair conditioner?
Love it! I cut up every sponge I buy for all purposes. Often you don’t need a whole one, even for dishes. This is another great use!
Yes! Finally something about homemade dryer sheets.
So which do YOU prefer the homemade softner or the unlimited dryer sheets?
I actually have both of these in my laundry room right now! I have been mainly using the unlimited dryer sheets right now because it is just so easy to throw in BUT when I run out I will probably go back to the homemade softener until I run out of that. Let’s just say I love them both! 🙂
How often does the water need to be changed?
I have used this “recipe” for over three months and am just getting low enough for me to think about starting a new batch. It would just depend on how many loads you did per week but I would say about three months. 🙂
Thank you for the quick answer. Going to try this!
Does it leave spots on clothes? I have had spots after using fabric softener in wash. Worried when the wet sponge touches clothes would leave spot?
No, I haven’t had any problems with spots. When you put the sponge in, you wring it out so it is the same consistency as the clothes. It dries right along with the clothes!
Does the sponge not fall apart and shred all through the clothes? I would be afraid it would. Has it happened to you?
I have used them for about three months and they have not even come apart at all! Eventually if they do start to fall apart replace them before use.
I was wondering if you used your own home-made fabric softener or a store-bought? I would love to add this to my home-made laundry items and it would be even better if I could use home-made for home-made!!
I used a store-bought softner but you could use a homemade softener in it also. Here are my recipes for homemmade softeners.
https://happymoneysaver.com/homemade-liquid-fabric-softener-recipe-works-best/