It’s cold, in some places there’s snow already but this time is magical and romantic. It’s the coziest time when you can gather around your fireplace with those that you love and enjoy some hot chocolate. A firestarter isn’t just a way to make a fire outdoors, indoors or in your patio, it’s also a cool gift for a wedding, a party or any other occasion. They are easy to make and they can be stored as long as you need – a perfect idea for fall or winter! I’ve prepared a whole bunch of DIYs to make firestarters that are cute and gift-worthy, they look very cute and chic. Let’s take a look!
Pinecones
The most popular idea is a pinecone firestarter as what can be more natural than a pinecone for a fire? These pinecone firestarters are so easy and satisfying to make, and by adding essential oils, like eucalyptus, pine, or cinnamon, you can make your whole home smell amazing and cozy. They also make a great housewarming gift, stamp some muslin tags and tie them onto the wicks.
DIY pinecone firestarters with essential oils (via www.designsponge.com)
For making fires you may create exciting pinecone firelighters, lightly scented with cinnamon. Pinecones look cute and a slight cinnamon scent is ideal to feel the holiday season or the fall and it makes your space welcoming and inviting at once.
DIY pinecone firestarters with cinnamon, pine, cranberry scents (via www.shelterness.com)
If you live in the mountains or plan to visit a mountainous area soon, go on a pine cone-collecting mission. Then, make up a big batch of pine cone fire starters for your own use and to give as gifts. The process is easy and takes 30 minutes or less. I love the bold green color of the firestarters, it adds cheer to your fire, doesn’t it?
DIY pinecone firestarters with bright green touches (via thesprucecrafts)
These easy DIY fire starters are an essential for your fireplace – they look great on display, and they fill your home with whatever scent you choose. Of course, if have one of these fireplaces for the wall, you might not any overpowering smells to deal with. I totally love the cute pink shade of the firestarters, which is very glam. Enjoy!
DIY pink pinecone firestarters (via www.southernliving.com)
There’s nothing more relaxing than cozying up to a flickering fire after a long day. Make things easier with the help of a fresh-smelling fire starter that pops under your logs or backyard fire pit. If you’ve got pinecones hanging out around your neighborhood, this DIY is basically free. The firestarters are scented naturally with dried rosemary, which is a great and warming up smell. Feel it!
DIY pinecone firestarters with rosemary (via www.popsugar.com)
Herbs
If you know someone with a fireplace – or even a backyard chiminea – they will love these spice and herb firestarter packages. They take 5 minutes to make and smell amazing. A perfect Thanksgiving hostess gift! The natural smells of cinnamon, orange, apple, lavender and rosemary will instantly create a mood and an ambience. So cool!
DIY herb firestarter with orange, apple, cinnamon (via helloglow.co)
If you have a garden, a herb firestarter is a great idea! All you need to do is gather the trimmings and tie them together with some twine. Let them dry in a warm place with nice air flow. Do not burn any poisonous plants like poison ivy, poison, poison sumac, and oleander. Also, if you are allergic to any plant make sure that you don’t include it in your kindling mix.
DIY fragrant herb firestarters (via hearthandvine.com)
This firestarter is great! The aroma from sage, lavender and thyme is a wonderful change from a regular campfire and it also helps repel bugs. This firestarter would also make a great hostess gift for anyone who has a fireplace or wood burner, wrap it into a pretty doily and present.
DIY dried herb fire starter with a doily wrap (via www.purelykatie.com)
Other Ideas
These simple and cute firestarters include wood shavings, beeswax pellets, mini paper liners – nothing expensive or difficult to get. There’s also a video tutorial that will tell you how to make them and how to make a stylish cover to store this firestarter kit, which is great for carrying or giving someone as a gift. So cool and so eco-friendly!
DIY wood shaving firestarters (via themerrythought.com)
Ignite your excitement for the great outdoors with this fire starter kit. It makes an adorable gift for anyoe and is small enough to take with you on your many adventures. The glass jar keeps to matches dry so you can strike the perfect flame every time. Besides, the overall look of the firestarter kit is very chic and stylish, anyone would be happy to receive such a gift!
DIY stylish firestarter kit with matches, moss and pinecones (via liagriffith.com)
This firestarter is a very stylish and cool idea! It’s not made of pinecones, it includes lint, newspaper, toilet paper rolls, candles, strings, herbs and wax. Download the instructions and make these fun newspaper ‘candies’ with firestarter contents and make your fire amazing, with a strong or slight herb smell.
DIY firestarters with herbs, lint, toilet paper rolls (via dabblesandbabbles.com)
If you want those sparks to turn to flames though, these fire starters are a must-make. With just a few supplies that you likely have around the house, these summer staples are nearly free and work as well as any store-bought starter. The lint catches fire quickly, and the wax slows the burn time. These starters will burn for 15-20 minutes – plenty of time to light your firewood and fuel your fire.
DIY firestarters of lint and paper egg cartons (via www.twineandtable.com)