From: Ann 

Tips From Miserly Moms:

Soak stockings in a mixture of alum and water.to prevent runs.

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Recipe for liquid soap:
     1 bar soap(4-6oz)
      1T. honey
      1tsp glycerin
       water
1.)  Grate bar of soap(should be small flakes),add 1 c boiling 
water, whip in blender, add 1/2 cup tap water and stir in 
blender,add honey and glycerin stir again, let cool and whip 
again. 
2.) Should be about 2 cups add cool water until 5-6 cups and 
whip. 
3.)  Pour into containers, allow to cool without lids for 1 hour. 
It will thicken as it sets. 4.)  Shake before using.note: herbs 
can be steeped in boiling water before adding to grated soap 
if desired (strain before adding)
   
  There are a lot more tips if y'all are interested.
  Ann