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How to make fire starters with old puzzle books
Put some wax into an empty can.
If you have any candles you don't want, these are an ideal source of wax (like the stub of a candle).
Melt the wax in the can.

pick from the following.
-- You could put it on the stove in a pan of hot water, or put it in a slow cooker. Do not just warm the can straight on the top of the stove since that presents a serious fire risk from over-heated wax.
-- To do this, use a lighter and stir continuously in an electric can for 30 seconds. It will only take about two to three minutes for it to melt completely.
-- Liquid wax is not recommended unless you have a fire surface to work on, but any plastic or gas can works just fine. Place a small amount of wax in the can and let it melt slowly, stirring constantly.
-- This will (possibly) indicate that you are burning something and that you will need to add a little wax, by using several drops in the can to thin out the wax. Pour the wax evenly over the candle wick.
You could put it on the stove in a pan of hot water, or put it in a slow cooker. Do not just warm the can straight on the top of the stove since that presents a serious fire risk from over-heated wax.