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Keep the Home Fires Burning
Turn up the heat on old man winter and enjoy a warm, toasty fire all season long. Our top picks:



Fireplace Gloves
Protect your hands while you start a cozy fire with these thick, insulated gloves. Made to withstand high temperatures with little shrinkage or hardening. Measures 13 inches long, including a 5 inch gauntlet to protect wrists. Available in navy blue and green. One size fits all.

$29


Take them camping and protect your hands from splinters while gathering firewood


www.llbean.com




Handheld Tornado
Spark your hearth with this durable, handheld tornado. Just crank the handle and you'll turn glowing embers into a blaze. Constructed of aluminum alloy, hardwood and steel. Polymer gearing. Measures 16 inches long.

$29


A smart and safe alternative to fanning the flames with newspaper


www.restorationhardware.com




Britannic Fatwood Caddy
This attractive caddy includes four pounds of fatwood to heat up those cold winter months. Just place two or three sticks under seasoned firewood to create a warm blaze. Made of wrought iron and steel wire. Graphite powdercoat. Weighs 12 pounds. Measures 12"w x 7"h x 6"d.

$58


Makes a great holiday gift for the new home owner


www.avalongarden.com


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