One thing that I did before choosing to go a more natural life style was buy some wool dryer balls from a friend who had recommended them. I had no clue about them, but she raved about them so I figured I would try.

Benefits

Wool dryer balls are WONDERFUL! They are cost effective, save on drying time, helps to reduce static and you can use any scent of essential oils on them.

100% Natural

Wool dryer balls are 100% all natural. No chemicals or perfumes. As I said before you can scent them with any essential oil(s) you want. When I want good smelling blankets I will use lavender. That will also provide a calming effect for those little kiddos. During and after sickness I will use thieves and to get rid of stinky bathroom smell I will use Purification. Of course there are a thousand other options. After 2-3 uses of the dryer balls you will need to scent again.

Time Saver

The dryer balls also help to cut down on static. I have noticed when using drying balls my laundry is done 7-10 mins faster. That’ll depend on the load size. It will also depend on the size of the balls you make and how many balls you have. I use 3-4 tennis ball sized dryer balls. If my laundry load is really big due to jeans or blankets I will use up to 5. But using to many dryer balls and too much drying time will also create static. So you will need to experiment with your dryer, the size wool balls you make and the normal size of laundry clothes you have.

Cost Effective

I also enjoy knowing that I am using a product that has no chemicals that will stay on my clothes or my kids’ clothes and get onto the skin and cause irritation. And I also like the cost. I think a package of wool yarn can cost $5-$7, but they last forever! The balls I had bought 7 years ago still work. They are starting to unravel, but all I have to do is reshape them and follow the process and they will be like new!

To find out more about the making process and other benefits, Pinterest has a ton of information for you.