How Do You Make A Pine Cone Fire Starter?
Dry pine cones make great kindling or fire starters because they burn really well. When wax and a wick are added to the pine cones, they burn even longer, making them ideal for your own fire or as a gift for someone else. Read on to learn how to make a pine cone fire starter. Step 1 Find pine cones for your fire starters. You can find pine cones at craft stores and during the holidays even at the grocery store. Save money by gathering the pine cones yourself or asking a friend who may have pine trees in their yard or area. Step 2 Prepare a muffin tin. Grease a muffin tin lightly with cooking oil and place a 4-inch length of waxed wick or some thick twine in the bottom, draping it over the side of each cup. This will be where your fire starters set up. Step 3 Melt wax in a double boiler. Almost any type of wax will work. Paraffin wax can be purchased at any craft or hardware store. For a little more color, try using leftover candles or even crayons. Your double boiler can be as simple a
