Q&A for How to Make Fabric Softener

You could also dry the clothes in a tumble dryer using a low heat setting. Tumbling softens fabrics.

As it is only serving to provide fragrance to the fabric softener, it is fine to make this substitute, just be aware that some people are allergic to certain components in fragrance oils.

You can buy them online. Companies that sell essential oils don't have to disclose the actual concentration of the oils, so avoid cheaper brands that may have as little as 10%. True essential oils should not contain any other ingredients.

Be cautious with lemon juice, as it can bleach clothes. I would recommend getting lemon essential oil instead.

Yes, you can!

Use the baking soda and vinegar mixture. Just be sure it's with the rinse water and not the soap.

Yes, this should help reduce static on your clothing.

I think they use vinegar to avoid excess build-up of detergents and laundry additives. Vinegar takes all that out so your clothes won't be so stiff. The hair conditioner actually does the softening, but then added to the detergent it might create too much build-up on your clothes and also in your washer.

While baking powder does have baking soda in it, keep in mind that there are many other ingredients in it that can alter the pH of the material you are cleaning.