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These are things that I use when doing DIY crafts or projects around the house or for gifts
 
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I chose this one over the more popular brand due to it having more variable speeds, came with more bits & has a light!!
EtchMate Engraving Pen for Metal, Wood, Glass
 
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I LOVE this kit! It comes with a lot of different tips to be able to do different projects. It also has the stand for the pen itself so that its not gonna be accidentally touched when hot
Professional Wood Burning Kit with Accessories
 
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I got this pack as a "starter pack" I like that its a variety of shapes and it comes with the rope
FSWCCK 24 Unfinished Hanging Wood Signs
 
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The best sealer for countertops! Its food safe and easy to apply
Waterlox H2OLoX Water Based - Satin Finish - Quart
 
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Easy to use & has different settings
VEVOR Cordless 2-in-1 Brad Nailer & Staple Gun
 
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Great starter kit for anyone just getting into doing resin/epoxy
LET'S RESIN Epoxy Resin Kit 16oz with Molds
 
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I got this kit for my daughter when she was 16.... she's almost 20 now and has built herself a nice little nail business after practicing with this one
COSCELIA 53pcs Gel Nail Polish Kit UV Light
 
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Lightweight & easy to maneuver
Ryobi 2.6 Amp Corded 5 in. Random Orbital Sander with Extra 7-Piece Sandpaper Set RS290G/A21701 - Home Depot
 
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Great for making sure cuts are more precise
Contour Gauge 12+5 Inch with Lock - Woodworking Tool
 
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Harbor Freight is one of my favorite stores because they always have amazing deals! Like this tape measure. Great for all projects
25 ft. x 1 in. QuikFind Tape Measure with ABS Casing
 
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For us women, this is small & lightweight and easily stores in small drawers
PITTSBURGH 8 oz. Stubby Claw Hammer
 
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Extra bits for any dremmel or engraving tool
WARRIOR Diamond Point Rotary Bit Set, 20-Piece
 
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Comes in handy when putting stuff together or taking it apart
20V Cordless, 1/2 in. Drill/Driver Kit with 1.5 Ah Battery and ...
 
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Contains all of the main bits needed for projects
BAUER Impact Drill and Driver Bit Set, 35-Piece
 
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To assist in making holes in wood so that the wood doesn't split when the screws is inserted
WARRIOR Brad Point Wood Drill Bit Set, 29-Piece
 
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I got this kit when I decided to try my hand at wrapping. Its a great starter kit and I've used everything a few times while learning how to master the art of wrapping. Ive wrapped trim inside our vehicle as well as the insignia's on the outside of t...
Spanno Heat Gun Car Wrap Kit w/ Tools
 
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I probably have 5 or 6 different glue guns, but this one is my favorite. I like that it has 2 different heat settings so it makes it more versatile
Gorilla Hot Glue Gun Mini - Dual Temp Mini Size Hot Glue Gun with Precision Nozzle
 
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My favorite set of stencils because of the sarcastic sayings
Sarcastic 3in Reusable Painting Stencils
 
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I love that we found this! I wanted a butcher block island top and wanted a budget friendly way to do it & we found this gem!!! I can sand and stain it any color to match my kitchen perfectly!!
RELIABILT 1-1/2-in x 30-in x 6-ft Unfinished Stain grade S4S Euro spruce Edge-glued Softwood Board
 
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Super easy hack to save money when battery terminal goes bad on septic circuitboard
We saved about $300 on a simple DIY fix on the septic circuitboard. The 9V battery terminal went bad, so hubby did a little sodering and within 10 mins it was all fixed!#DIY#hack#doityourself #howto#savemoney
 
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For making sure things are level, whether it be shelving or countertops, its a must have
PITTSBURGH 48 in. I-Beam Level
 
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ANY utility knife works but this one feels better in my small hands and I feel like I have better control vs the small skinny ones
DOYLE Professional Retractable Utility Knife
 
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For the finishing details on projects. Fits any standard size caulk tube
9 in. Caulking Gun
 
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Keeps paint/stain from getting where you dont want it
Painters Tape
 
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Multi-use scraper comes in handy for pretty much any project
QUINN 14-in-1 Painters Tool
 
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This is a must have when doing wood projects. This can be used to fill in screw/nail holes, gauges or splits in the wood. It has a dry time indicator, it starts out pink and turns natural wood color when product is dry. Can be sanded and can be stain...
DAP Plastic Wood-X with DryDex 5.5 oz Natural Wood Filler Adhesive
 
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Helps to locate studs in the wall in order to hang shelves/cabinets or heavy wall art
Zircon StudSensor HD55 Stud Finder
 
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Pliers come in handy for every project
PITTSBURGH Precision Pliers Set, 6-Piece
 
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This helps to keep cuts square when needed
PITTSBURGH 4-in-1 Aluminum Rafter Angle Square
 
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Cutting tool on steroids! Cuts through anything from drywall to plywood
Kobalt 24-volt Cordless Brushless Variable speed 17 -Piece Oscillating Multi-Tool with Soft Case (Battery Not Included)
 
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For the Men, or Women.... that want to give welding a try without the hefty price tag of a full size welding machine. Works just as well for under $100
Puwu+110V+135A+Rod+Welder+Digital+Welder+with+Overheat+Protection,+Electrodes,+Digital+Screen,+Quick+Connectors,+and+Hot+Start+-+Mini+MMA+Arc+Welder - TikTok Shop
 
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FOOD-SAFE! Perfect for kitchen & Island tops where food will come into contact with the surface I used this on our countertops & island after staining (used a stain that didnt contain a sealer) and it gave it a beautiful satin finish. Note...
Watco 1 Pint Butcher Block Oil in Clear - Helps Protect and Nourish Wood Surfaces