I know many of us already know this, but many still don't, or don't realize its importance. 

Violence against women begins with turning women's bodies into objects.

laundry soap

Hello, friends.

I have been a little absent lately. My apologies.

I have some ideas for posts that i've been sitting on, which I will hopefully share soon, but in the meantime I want to share something else with you.

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I've been making my own laundry soap for a few years now. It works well, doesn't leave a strong scent (but it does leave a fresh scent), is much cheaper, and is environmentally friendly. I got this recipe from The Naturally Clean Home by Karyn Siegel-Maier.

I usually make a double or triple batch, and it lasts me through 4-5 months or so.

Mix together:

1 cup washing soda (available in boxes in the laundry aisle)
1 cup baking soda
1 cup soap flakes or finely grated pure bar soap
10 drops essential oil of choice* (optional)

Use 1/2 cup for an average load. (I usually use less than that)

I usually start the water running into the washing machine, put in a scoop of soap and glug of white vinegar (which apparently also cuts down on static electricity).

Enjoy!

*Here is a picture of the essential oil chart in the book, which I really appreciate, 

though I will say I don't really notice the scent in the washed clothes, after drying: