DIY Firestarters 
These make an excellent gift! The ones I show in the video were made for Christmas, but they are great for camping or other times of the year as well. Not included in this list is dryer lint. Click HERE for a link to my instruction video.
To dry an orange, simply cut them into thin slices, blot with a paper towel to get any extra juices, then lay on a parchment covered pan. Bake at 200f and flip them every 30min. When they seem dry, remove them (they may dry out at different paces). I...
Take a look at the oranges listed on this board for drying instructions!
If you decide to buy fresh, you'll want these dried out before adding to your firestarter. Simply pat them dry then lay on a dry paper towel for a few days. Flip them in the morning and night to make sure both sides get air exposure and change the to...
Sage adds a beautiful scent!
Lavender is a fairly universally loved scent. It's hard to find it fresh to dry yourself, but already dried options like this will work beautifully! (and save you an extra step)
This works great for tying off the ends! I like this option because it adds it's own woodsy scent and is safe to burn.
The color choices for wrapping your firestarter are endless!!
Don't forget to use the toilet paper before taking the roll ;)
If you can't find any pinecones around you, they are easy to find online!