Fabric softener - UPDATED

[pomtzu]

I found this "recipe" for homemade fabric softener in an AARP webletter, and thought I'd pass it on for anyone that might want to save some money - and who doesn't nowadays???

2 cups of a good brand name fabric softener of your choice

3 cups water

4 inexpensive sponges cut in half

Mix water and softener and put in a resealable plastic container - drop in sponges. When ready to use, squeeze out excess mixture and toss sponge in dryer like you would a softener sheet. When done, put dry sponge back in the container.

The person that posted this, said the mixture will last about a year, but I suppose it depends on how much laundry you do!!! I just mixed up half a batch to give it a try. Hey - nothing ventured - nothing gained. If I don't like the way it works, I'm not out a whole heck of a lot of money!