In this interesting, and informative video you are going to learn how to make an olive oil lamp using bush craft techniques. Why make an olive oil lamp? One good reason is if they should spill, they go out rather than setting everything on fire. This is one of the reasons olive oil lamps were used on ships.
Oil coming from plants are not as volatile as petroleum based products. It's important to note that you should practice these skills at home and make them a part of your life…not just something you do a few weekends a year.
To practice your new skill you could make these olive oil lamps and give them as unique, and thoughtful gifts.