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DIY Like a Boss (But With Cute Nails)
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items Power tools in one hand, iced coffee in the other. This list is packed with my favorite DIY tools, hacks, and supplies that make home projects fun, fabulous, and totally do-able. (Bonus: You’ll look like you know what you’re doing.)
Listen, this is not the cute pastel drill that struggles with IKEA. This one means business. I’ve hung curtain rods, shelves, random “I saw this on TikTok” projects with this and she shows up. It’s powerful but still easy to handle. We’re building th...
DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Driver Kit – Strong Enough for Real Projects
If you’ve ever patched three holes because you “thought that felt solid”… stop. This one lights up the whole stud so you know exactly where to drill. It saves drywall and dignity.
Franklin Sensors ProSensor Stud Finder – No More Guess & Pray Holes
When I tell you this changed my DIY life (and in my real estate career), listen! No more fighting with a floppy tape measure by yourself. It’s quick, accurate, and makes you feel mildly professional. When I'm measuring rooms for a listing it cut the ... A must have!
Bosch Blaze Laser Distance Measure – Measure Once, Cut Once Energy
If you’re not ready to go full DEWALT but still want reliable tools, this is a great middle ground. Not contractor level, but absolutely homeowner level. Perfect for house projects without going overboard.
BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX Tool Combo Kit – Starter Set That Actually Works
Please stop hanging shelves straight into drywall with hope and a prayer. These anchors grip and hold. Especially if you’re decorating, organizing, or doing one of my “let’s rearrange everything at 9pm” projects.
Gorilla Heavy Duty Drywall Anchors
Okay this one is for when you’re feeling ambitious. If you’ve ever wanted to build your own shelves or small furniture pieces, this makes it look way more complicated than it actually is. It’s giving boss energy.
Kreg Pocket Hole Jig 320 – Build Custom Like a Pro
These keep your hands from getting tore up but still let you actually hold tools. I don’t like bulky gloves. These are flexible and still cute enough that I don’t feel like I borrowed them from a construction crew.
Gorilla Grip Work Gloves – Hand Protection
Okay so if you’ve ever tried tightening something with a regular wrench and had to lift, reset, lift, reset 47 times… this fixes that. The ratcheting head makes it smooth and fast. I keep these for furniture builds, random bolts, and “why is this wob...
Egofine 8-Piece Ratcheting Wrench Set – Tighten It Without Losing Your Mind
Nothing ruins your DIY confidence faster than your drill dying mid-project. I keep a backup charging so I can stay in my productive era without sitting on the floor waiting. It’s giving prepared, not panicked.
DEWALT 20V MAX Battery 2-Pack
I hate digging through random drawers for tools. This keeps everything in one spot so when inspiration strikes at 9pm, I’m not rage-searching for a screwdriver.
Swanson Speed Square – Straight Lines, No Guesswork
This is for those “oops” moments. Nail hole? Small crack? Slight miscalculation? Fill it, sand it, paint it. No one will ever know. We are not starting over — we are adjusting.
DAP Plastic Wood Filler – Fix It Fast
If you’re painting trim, cabinets, or accent walls, this brush makes the difference between DIY and “did you hire someone?” Worth it. Trust me.
Wooster Pro Angle Paint Brush – Crisp Lines, Zero Messy Edges
This is non-negotiable. If you skip taping, you will regret it. Clean edges make you look professional even if you’re painting in old leggings and a messy bun.
ScotchBlue Painter’s Tape – Clean Lines
Flathead. Phillips. The classics. You’ll reach for these more than you think. I keep mine within arm’s reach because something is always loose in this house.
IRWIN Screwdriver Set – Weekend Basics
Garage lighting is not enough. Closet lighting is not enough. This little light makes everything easier, especially when you’re installing or fixing something in a weird corner.
Rechargeable LED Work Light – See Clearly
Taking off old labels, stickers, residue from “temporary” decor? This stuff erases the evidence. Especially helpful if you like rearranging as much as I do.
Goo Gone Adhesive Remover – Sticky Situations
We are not climbing on chairs anymore. This folds flat, stores easy, and saves your ankles. Safety but make it chic.
Little Giant Folding Step Stool – Safe Reach