These are the coolest thing in a fire since fireglass. What a conversational piece! I found for sale in the US at www.fireplacesplusinc.com/store.

Lynn Kingelin Design Studio has just launched a new ceramic design for gas fires. It has been called, “the ultimate gas fire accessory” by Jules Brinton, Vice-Chairman of the BIDA(retired).

Nostalgically drawing on the traditional game of jacks, FIRE JACKS are an innovative alternative to faux coal, pebbles and logs and are set to become s ‘must have design classic.

Exclusively licensed and distributed by Verine, the Fire Jacks will be available for your delightful consumption in a 1000 UK and European fireplace shops starting August 2007.