Kindle maker

Abstract

The present invention provides a cylindrical container which is slit longitudinally and is designed to receive kindling material thereinside. The container is opened along the slit and lined with paper that extends beyond and folds back over the ends of the cylinder when it is closed. Fastening members keep the cylinder closed along the slit when in use, and cutout portions are provided through the cylinder through which tape can be affixed to the newspaper so that it will not fall apart when the cylinder is opened. Kindling material is simply inserted into the paper-lined cylinder from either end to form a kindling bundle. When the bundle is completed, the ends of the paper are unfolded away from the cylinder; the fastening members are released; the cylinder is opened; and the paper wrapped bundle is removed therefrom.

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