yeah i did make it once too ... made a HEAP of the liquid , i found i was usuing heaps , there for going through it quicker . and it wasnt the best in removing the stains ..most of the time on the kids clothes i wash in half BI carb and half washing liqud ..

another wasy to cut the costs , and make the powder last longer is , buy a big bag of cheaper powder and a good quality one on special , and use half and half ... it will do a good job

and Jasp the fabirc softener - does it work ? what are your ratios ? i dont want my clothes to smell like vinegar or get oil stains .. kwim ... i have also seen a recipe where you can use conditioner as a main ingerident ... will have to find it again ..