Young Yellowknifer Alex Mitchell is warming more than hearts with his new winter project.

Looking to save money for Christmas shopping, Mitchell said he started making kindling bundles and fire starter to sell since the beginning of November.

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Each bundle includes about 20 sticks of kindling as well as five fire starter cups to help bring the heat.

Mitchell does all the work himself and estimates heSA国际影视传媒檚 made around 40 bundles, so far.

He said he starts with paper cups, fills them with melted wax and then with sawdust.

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Mitchell says all the materials he uses are safe for burning in any woodstove or fireplace and donSA国际影视传媒檛 contain any plastics or metals.

On top of raising his own Christmas money, Stuart says Mitchell is looking to support a family through the NWT YWCA holiday sponsorship program.

Mitchell is selling his kindling bundles for $15 per bundle.

Those who donSA国际影视传媒檛 wish to purchase the bundle, can also purchase items individually with a bundle of kindling sticks for $10 each and fire starters for $1 each.

To order, text your request to Alex at 867-445-2223.