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Pressing hot wax into paper and pencil shavings as it cools to create compact fire starters.

Fire Pit

January 17, 2024 | 07:32 AM

How to Make the Best Fire Starters—For Pennies

(Why are store-bought fire starters so expensive?)

By: Emily Fazio

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