LAUNDRY SOAP 
6 1/2 c. melted lard
3 c. Borax
1 can lye
2 c. Whisk

NOTE: Works great on stains. Cost 4.50 per 5 gallon pail.

Put 2 gallons cold soft water in a 5 to 6 gallon plastic pail. Add lye and stir well. Slowly add lard while stirring. Add a little more water. Add Whisk and Borax. Stir well. Fill pail with water. Stir 2 to 3 times a day until set. Use long wooden stick to stir. Be sure to use soft water and plastic pail. Takes a week or so to set.

 

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