November is an ideal month for lighting a fire in your fireplace. A crackling fire adds a cozy ambiance to a dinner party, and it's also a perfect way to kick back and enjoy a romantic evening with your honey. Nobody likes to fuss with getting a fire started, though, especially when you're entertaining guests.
To find out how to make your own firestarter from recycled materials, read more.
What You'll Need
- paper egg carton
- dryer lint
- candle wax
To make your own firestarter, cut a paper egg carton in half. Then, stuff dryer lint into each egg area of the carton. Light a candle and melt the wax over the dryer lint to keep it in place. After the wax has cooled, store the firestarters in a plastic bag to keep them clean. These are also great for starting campfires while backpacking.
My dad makes these for camping except he uses sawdust from his carpentry projects in place of the dryer lint. They're fabulous!
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