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*If you’d like a little more information on making your own, homemade bath salts, a Video Tutorial is provided at the end of this post*
I’m actually updating a very old post today. About a week into blogging, I shared a recipe for homemade cleaning wipes, and today I’ve got an updated version. I have been using these wipes for years, and I simply love them. I use them to wipe down toilets, door handles, light switches; you name it.
Here’s What You’ll Need:
- A plastic (or glass, if using essential oil) container, with a lid, for storage- I use a mason jar.
- About 14 pieces of Cotton Cloth- I used an old t-shirt and cut it into squares about 8″ x 8″.
- Glass Measuring Cup
- 1/2 Cup Water
- 2 Tbsp. Rubbing Alcohol
- 1 Tbsp. Dish Soap
- 15-20 Drops Thieves Essential Oil– Not sure where to buy essential oils? Check out this post.
Directions:
In your glass measuring cup, start by mixing 2 Tablespoons rubbing alcohol with 15-20 drops of Thieves essential oil.
After this is thoroughly mixed, add 1/2 cup water and 1 Tablespoon dish soap. Mix again until combined.
Put your cloth pieces into your container and pour the mixture over the cloths. Put the lid on the container so the wipes don’t dry out, and allow a little time for the cloths to absorb the liquid. That’s it! You’re ready to clean.
Once used, you can toss the cloth pieces into the washing machine and wash in a hot cycle, along with your towels. I simply stack up the clean cloths, and when I run out of wipes, I remake the solution and start over again.
Happy Cleaning!
Erin
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Tari says
December 26, 2018 at 4:34 PMCould you substitute Thieves dishwasher soap for the Dawn? It’s concentrated, so would you suggest less of the Thieves?
Kayann says
January 16, 2018 at 12:16 PMWowvim going to try this for sure. I’m constantly looking for a “rag” and trying to decide which cleaner to use…I usually just give up. Until it’s so bad I can’t stand it. My boyfriend cooks…very well…but his idea of cleaning the kitchen is throw everything in dishwasher and turn it on. If he dropped anything on the counters, stove, microwave or floor…he doesn’t see it. So I end up going in and finishing the cleaning. These handy wipes will be great to use. Thanks for sharing. 😁
lauren higdon says
February 23, 2019 at 9:58 AMThanks Erin, I miss my wipes lol. So when I started using Thieves I bought at Walmart a bunch of multicolor 14X14 edgeless microfiber cloths( auto section) So I have a basket with beautiful rainbow cloths ( folded neatly, lol. Yes I am OCD) and use those with my spray bottle of thieves. In one of my pretty color glass bottles 🙂
abyrd says
December 10, 2015 at 7:45 PMWhich color of the Dawn product did you use? I’ve been told that the different colors indicate a difference in the products. Don’t know whether or not that is true. Love your info! Thanks for sharing. ab
Erin Meyer says
December 10, 2015 at 8:03 PMI always use the blue Dawn. I have tried the other colors simply for washing dishes and never feel the suds last as long with the other colors. I have no idea if there’s really a difference or not, but that’s what I do.
Rachel @ Engineering A Joyful Family says
August 10, 2015 at 7:35 PMI have been meaning to do this for the longest time! It’s just so smart to make these ourselves if we must have them.
Erin Meyer says
August 10, 2015 at 9:57 PMI completely agree. I love that I’m not constantly having to buy more wipes. I just rewash the shirt scraps. And if you don’t want to make them as often, you could always double or triple the batch.
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
July 9, 2015 at 12:35 PMLove this idea! I’d love to make cleaning wipes like this!
Erin Meyer says
July 9, 2015 at 6:44 PMIt is SO easy to do! After you cut up the t-shirt, the mix can be made in 2 minutes. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment! Have a wonderful evening!
Rachael says
July 7, 2015 at 7:46 PMI have a leftover wipes container and a few old t-shirts. So trying this this weekend!
Erin Meyer says
July 8, 2015 at 8:19 AMAwesome! Have a fabulous day!
Donna Wirthlin says
July 7, 2015 at 7:01 PMNice! Really like this option. It would be great if you would share at our link party, too. #OMHGWW
http://twochicksandamom.blogspot.com/2015/07/oh-my-heartsie-girl-wordless-wednesday.html
Hope we see you there!
Erin Meyer says
July 8, 2015 at 8:18 AMThanks for the invite Donna. I’ll have to come and check out the party. Have a wonderful day!
Jody @EasyPeasyMom says
July 6, 2015 at 8:39 PMThis is awesome! I love making my own cleaning products also (I use vinegar for everything!) and I was just thinking about how I wanted to make my own cleaning wipes. Pinning, thanks for sharing!
Erin Meyer says
July 6, 2015 at 9:16 PMI really do love these cleaning wipes, especially that I can just reuse the rags after washing. I actually just used my last one yesterday, so I need to make a new batch. So glad you found what you were looking for! Have a great week!
Nancy says
June 19, 2015 at 2:05 PMDo you have to use Dawn?
Erin Meyer says
June 19, 2015 at 2:24 PMI do indeed.
Nancy says
June 19, 2015 at 2:25 PMThank you
Erin Meyer says
June 19, 2015 at 9:42 PMAny time.
Mary RB says
March 2, 2015 at 11:54 AMErin-
I have been doing the same thing for years now too!! Only need, rubbing alcohol, dawn, vinegar and baking soda for all your cleaning needs!! You go girl!!