I've been thinking lately about how nice it would be to ditch those harsh chemical cleaners and whip up my own natural concoctions instead. Isn’t it wild how many strange ingredients we find in store-bought products? Like, who even knows what half of them are?! I mean, not to mention the overwhelming feeling of satisfaction that must come from creating something useful with just a few simple ingredients. Just last week, I accidentally spilled some juice on my kitchen counter and it made me realize—what if I could just grab a few things from the pantry and clean it up without any guilt? So here I am, excitedly plotting out my little kit for making natural cleaning products. Can you feel that rush of empowerment too? Let’s do this together!
Items You’ll Need
- Glass Spray Bottles
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Funnel
- Labeling Stickers
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula
- whisk
- Essential Oils
- Vinegar (White/Apple Cider)
- Baking Soda
- Castile Soap
- Citric Acid
- Salt
- Old T-Shirts or Towels (for rags)
- pH Test Strips
- Gloves
- Safety Goggles
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Gather Your Equipment
I start by collecting all the equipment I'll be using for my DIY natural cleaning product kit. I grab my glass spray bottles, mixing bowls, measuring cups and spoons, a funnel, labeling stickers, a wooden spoon, a whisk, gloves, and safety goggles. I feel excited already!
Step 2: Organize the Workspace
Next, I find a clean and spacious area to work in. I lay out all my equipment on a large table, ensuring everything is within reach. It's important to have a tidy workspace, it keeps my mind clear and focused.
Step 3: Sort the Ingredients
I then take out my ingredients: essential oils, vinegar (both white and apple cider), baking soda, castile soap, citric acid, and salt. I sort them into groups based on their use. This makes it easier for when I start mixing!
Step 4: Prep for Mixing
Before mixing, I put on my gloves and safety goggles. This adds a layer of safety and makes me feel like a real scientist in a lab. I ensure I have my glass mixing bowls and a whisk ready for some serious blending.
Step 5: Mixing Time!
Now for the fun part! I start measuring my ingredients using the measuring cups and spoons. I mix together vinegar, water, and castile soap in one of my mixing bowls. I whisk it all together, watching the bubbles form and thinking about how effective this will be for cleaning!
Step 6: Add Some Fragrance
Next, I select a few essential oils that will give my cleaning products a delightful smell. I add a few drops to my mixture and stir with my wooden spoon. The scent wafts up, and I can’t help but smile!
Step 7: Fill the Spray Bottles
I grab my funnel and prepare to fill the glass spray bottles. Pouring my concoction carefully through the funnel, I make sure not to spill any. Each bottle starts to fill up beautifully with my new natural cleaning solution!
Step 8: Labeling the Bottles
Now I take the labeling stickers and write down what each bottle contains. I get creative with the designs, adding little doodles or fun names for my cleaning concoctions. It makes it feel really personal.
Step 9: Clean Up the Workspace
After I’m done, I clean up my workspace, using old t-shirts or towels as rags for any spills. I feel accomplished and in a nice way, a little messy—like a true artisan at work.
Step 10: Test the pH
Finally, I take out my pH test strips to check the acidity of my cleanings solutions. It's like a mini science experiment, and I enjoy making sure everything is just right.
Step 11: Enjoy Your Naturally Clean Home!
Now that my kit is complete, I step back and admire my work. I’m ready to tackle cleaning with my all-natural solutions that I've crafted myself! Time to spread some fresh, clean vibes around my home.