A Toolbox: The Gift Suggestion That Works for Everyone

There are several occasions that call for gifts and it can be tricky, or even downright frustrating, to come up with a gift that is appropriate, appreciated and affordable. I have a suggestion that just may fit the bill, whether it's for a Yankee swap, a bridal shower, a birthday, a new college student or Christmas. In fact, this gift can be appropriate for many other gift-giving occasions, as well. (Well, maybe not for Valentine's Day!) What is it? A toolbox.

Ok now, before you start groaning and hit the Back button, hear me out. How many times have you wanted to hang a picture and ended up banging a thumbtack into the wall with one of your high heels? Or needed to unscrew something and tried to use a kitchen knife or the edge of a dime? Yeah, you know what I'm talking about. We've all been there. Broken thumbnails and unplanned holes in the walls tend to be the side effects. But it doesn't have to be like this. There's a better way. Follow me.

A Tool Box of Her Own

The first thing you need is the toolbox itself. Since this is not intended for the tool fanatic in the family, nor will it be used for earning the daily bread, it can be small. Heck, it can even be cute. Use your imagination. I like to use a man's lunchbox and decorate it with stickers, or pick up a fishing tackle box in a great color and buy tools with handles in matching colors. The point is, it should be fun as well as practical and it should be compact enough to use in a home or dorm. It should have a sturdy handle and have enough room for the tools and some other little extras.

The Right Tools for the Job