It is so easy to make Homemade Dryer Sheets. You can save a ton of money when you learn how to make DIY Dryer Sheets at home.

Dryer Sheets ready to use in a glass jar.

I started making homemade laundry detergent a couple of years ago and I still love it. We also make homemade dryer sheets to use along with our own laundry soap, and it saves our family a lot of money.

The entire process is so easy, and you will wonder why you didn’t make them sooner. They work great and smell so fresh without harsh chemicals.

Why We Love This

They are easy to make and budget friendly for your wallet. Plus, they smell amazing and work really great. My family has commented on how fresh their clothes smell and how soft they are.

You will love using this natural fabric softener. White vinegar is so versatile and it is great for laundry and more.

Now you will not need to purchase store bought dry sheets because you can make your own at home. This is also eco-friendly and saves money while being safe for kids of all ages and even sensitive skin. You won’t have to worry about artificial fragrances or toxins.

Also, learn How to Use Wool Dryer Balls.

supplies for homemade dryer sheets- jar, vinegar, essential oils, pillowcase or rags, pinking shears.

Ingredients

  • resealable jar. I like to use Mason jars.
  • vinegar
  • citrus essential oil. This is optional but I like to use it.
  • old pillowcase. This is a great way to repurpose items and rags that you no longer use.
  • pinking shears

Step By Step Instructions

  • Step 1. Cut the pillowcase into several rectangles with the pinking shears. My rectangles were about 6″ x 4″. However, I wasn’t picky about them all being the same size. I used a king size pillowcase and only used about a quarter of it.
Vinegar in a glass container.

Step 2. Add the vinegar to the container.

Essential oils added to the jar.

Step 3. If you are using essential oils, go ahead and get those out.

Citrus oils in vinegar.

Step 4. Next, add 3 drops of Citrus Fresh essential oil. This is optional but it smells so good and really makes your clothes smell fresh.

Combine ingredients together with a spoon.

Step 5. Combine everything together so the drops of essential oil are well combined.

Strips of fabric in a glass jar.

Step 6. Add the fabric strips to the glass jar.

Liquids poured over the cloth in the jar.

Step 7. Once the liquids are mixed together, pour over your fabric pieces in the jar. Secure the lid on your jar and shake it up. Make sure all of your fabric pieces are well saturated when making natural dryer sheets.

How to Use

Toss one of these in the dryer just like you would with a typical dryer sheet to reduce static cling. Once the clothes are dry, put the fabric piece aside.

When I am done doing all of my laundry, I put the fabric pieces back in my jar to use for the next load of laundry.

When I notice the jar is drying out, I add more vinegar mixture and the homemade dryer sheets are ready to use again.

Homemade dryer sheets ready to use.

Pro Tips

  • Towels. You can use strips of towels instead of pillowcases if desired.
  • T-Shirt. An old t-shirt also works great to make the strips.
  • Essential Oil Scent. While optional, I recommend adding essential oils to your dryer sheets for a fresh scent. We also like lavender, lemon and tea tree oils for more options but you can use a few drops of your favorite essential oils.
  • Cotton fabric. It’s important to use cotton fabric. Synthetic fabric will not absorb excess liquid.
  • Washcloths. Repurpose washcloths or an old towel and cut into strips.
  • Socks. You can even use socks to make these dryer sheets.
  • Glass Container. I like to use a glass container with lid.
  • Vinegar smell. Don’t worry about your clothes smelling like vinegar. The vinegar smell will evaporate during the dryer cycle, and you will only smell the essential oils.

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Get started making homemade dryer sheets today. I would love to hear what you think of them so please leave a comment.

Homemade Dryer Sheets

It is so easy to make Homemade Dryer Sheets. You can save a ton of money when you learn how to make DIY Dryer Sheets at home.
Prep Time5 minutes
Active Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Keyword: Homemade Dryer Sheets
Yield: 1

Equipment

  • resealable jar (Mason jars are inexpensive on Amazon)
  • vinegar
  • citrus essential oil (optional)
  • old pillowcase
  • pinking shears

Instructions

  • Cut your pillowcase into several rectangles with your pinking shears. My rectangles were about 6″ x 4″, but as you can tell I wasn’t picky about them all being the same.
  • I used a king size pillowcase and only cut up about a quarter of it. I only ended up needing about a dozen pieces in my jar so I had plenty.
  • Stuff about a dozen pillowcase pieces in my mason jar. In a measuring cup I mixed together ¼ cup vinegar and 3 drops of Citrus Fresh essential oil.
  • I was using a pint sized Ball jar, so ¼ cup vinegar was plenty. The essential oil is completely optional but it makes it smell so good. Citrus Fresh is one of my favorite scents.
  • Once your liquids are mixed, pour it over your fabric pieces in the jar. Secure the lid on your jar and shake it up. Make sure all of your fabric pieces are well saturated.

Notes

I used a king size pillowcase but any size or similar fabric will do. Just use what you have on hand.

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