If you know someone new to the world of power tools, give them everything they need to get started. They’ll get a drill, driver, two saws, work light, and batteries with charger, all in a convenient contractor’s bag. Available at The Home Depot; $529.00.
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You’d be hard-pressed to find a standard household tool not included in this 65-piece tool kit. From hammer to screwdrivers to level, this box contains everything needed to tackle just about any job around the house. Available at The Home Depot; $37.97.
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If your list includes someone who loves to entertain, make their next party a celebration of all things meltable with this electric fondue set. Whether it’s cheese, chocolate, or some other sauce, everything tastes better when it’s dipped. Available at The Home Depot; $52.97.
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Now your favorite extreme sports fan can share the experience with a camera that takes pictures deep under water just as easily as it does on the top of a mountain. The waterproof 12-mega-pixel ultra HD camera comes with a water-resistant case for maximum versatility. Available at The Home Depot; $59.99.
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When this tabletop air hockey game comes out from under the tree, competition is going to get fierce. Lightweight and portable, the battery-powered table, measuring an easy-to-carry 32 inches long and 16 inches wide, lets a hockey game break out just about anywhere. Available at The Home Depot; $44.66.
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Every chef knows that quality knives make all the difference in the kitchen. Treat your favorite cook to this set of three German steel knives with teak handles. Chop chop. Available at The Home Depot; $209.09.
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Feed your beef (or venison, chicken, or turkey) jerky addiction with homemade treats. Just season the meat, load up the jerky gun, and squeeze out flat or round jerky sticks ready for drying. It’s easy and delicious. Available at The Home Depot; $14.90.
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These two gorgeous mugs are lined with stainless steel on the inside and coated with hammered copper on the outside. Perfect for Moscow mule cocktails or any other cold beverage that deserves such a special cup. Available at The Home Depot; $19.49.
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It’s not movie night without popcorn, so give someone special the gift of crunchy goodness with this old-fashioned popcorn maker. Available at The Home Depot; $41.67.
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Quality tools deserve a quality holder, and that’s just what they’ll get with this sturdy brushed cowhide bag. A heavy-duty brass zipper fastens the top, keeping pliers, wrenches, and screwdrivers safely contained. Available at The Home Depot; $31.62.
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Forget about buying sparkling water or club soda. Instead, let the handy SodaStream convert plain water into carbonated water with just the pump of a button. Drink it straight, or add flavored syrups or fruit juice. Available at The Home Depot; $70.99.
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Now your favorite outdoorsman or handyman can enjoy freshly brewed hot coffee wherever they want it. The rugged Field Case safely stows the OXX COFFEEBOXX along with all its gear, and has a padded shoulder strap for comfortable transport. Available at The Home Depot; $69.99.
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Does someone on your list love music as much as they love their privacy? Then get them these quality headphones with booming bass and hi-fi sound. They’ll be bopping to the beat with nobody nearby the wiser. Available at The Home Depot ; $27.99.
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Keep your littlest woodworking helper busy with this miniature workbench that includes accessories for creating endless, real and imaginary projects. Available at The Home Depot; $25.
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It’s not going to be winter forever; soon, the sun will shine and the weather will be perfect for a game of bocce. And when that day comes, the lucky recipient of this bocce set will thank you for your thoughtfulness. Available at The Home Depot; $71.99.
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No screen needed—and no batteries or cords, either. Give the gift of imagination with this 300-piece classic wood log building set. A wonderful gift for any child age four or older. Available at The Home Depot; $58.54.
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What’s life without music? The Ryobi One+ Stereo plays tunes right where they are needed, whether that be a job site, campsite, or outdoor party. Power it with a Ryobi battery, NiCad batteries, or straight from a power outlet. The Ryobi One+ gives you options: There’s a built-in AM/FM radio, or USB port to plug in a smart device, and Bluetooth capability to stream music right from your phone. Available at The Home Depot; $79.
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Looking for a gift idea for someone with a basement bar, game room, or large covered patio? How about this gorgeous solid wood dartboard with cabinet? Included are two sets of steel-tipped darts. Available at The Home Depot; $67.07.
For the person who has everything—except their own brewery—here’s a kit that includes the equipment and ingredients needed to brew up a batch of delicious hard cider. Just add bottles and a large stockpot. Available at The Home Depot; $37.07.
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Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean all sports have to be put on hold. Give your favorite team player his or her very own electronic basketball game. With eight game options, LED scoreboard with lights and sounds, and sturdy construction, it’s the perfect addition to the game room. Available at The Home Depot; $109.24.
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This beautiful hardwood cutting board is a wonderful gift for any home chef. Use it to chop, carve, or slice; the side handles make it easy to carry this sturdy surface around the kitchen, while the end grain top keeps blades from dulling. Available at The Home Depot; $61.99.
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A good beer deserves a good growler, and this GrowlerWerks uKeg pressurized growler qualifies as great. It keeps beer cold for up to 9 hours, and fresh and carbonated for up to two weeks. A dispenser tap allows you to pour one out without fumbling to open the cap. Available at The Home Depot; $149.
If you know someone who loves to party in style, then you know someone who will appreciate this portable wireless speaker. Connect an MP3 player or Bluetooth-enabled device for wireless streaming to bring tunes to any corner of the yard. Available at The Home Depot; $161.99.
Make any literature lover happy with these quirky rabbit bookends. Made of silver aluminum mounted on black wooden stands, they’re a contemporary and stylish touch for the home library. Available at The Home Depot; $19.99.
Hear and see your visitors coming with this video doorbell. To install, you can wire it yourself, or operate it wirelessly with the help of your smart device. The two-way audio allows you to talk to your guests to let them know you’re on your way to greet them. Available at The Home Depot; $99.99.
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Better than your average bag chair, this sturdy folding chair comes complete with an accessories pocket for all your drinks, devices and gear, and an attached side table. An adjustable nylon strap makes it easy to carry. Available at The Home Depot; $75.97.
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Make a quart and a half of ice cream, sorbet, or frozen yogurt in as little as 20 minutes with this countertop soft serve ice cream maker. No chemicals, salt, ice, or elbow grease required! Available at The Home Depot; $82.97.
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Listen to all your favorite tunes and podcasts in the shower with this bluetooth shower speaker. Stream music directly from your phone, and even answer phone calls with the front controls. Available at The Home Depot; $24.95.
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This pint-sized drone is safe, easy and fun for even a beginner to fly. Capture the best moments of parties, family fun, and sporting events with the built-in camera that feeds straight to your mobile device. Available at The Home Depot; $48.49.
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Practice your putting skills with this 3 foot by 8 foot synthetic turf practice green. Perfectly portable, so you can take it indoors our out, it comes with two cups and two flag targets, and is good for all clubs, including chippers. Available at The Home Depot; $112.49 per bag.
The ultimate set of gadgets for your modern kitchen and bar has arrived. Keep all the pieces of required entertaining equipment at your fingertips. This set includes a nutcracker, pizza cutter, garlic press, bottle opener, corkscrew, and can opener, all in a durable zinc alloy with a sleek matte finish. Available at The Home Depot; $119.99.
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Home brewing has never been easier. The Pico Pro helps you brew perfectly crafted beer at home in five-liter batches. The brewing machine fits right on your kitchen counter with no assembly required. Available at The Home Depot; $799.99.
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Every serious crafter or woodworker needs a quality rotary tool. This 1.8 amp model is variable speed and comes with 45 accessories, so you can accomplish any finishing task on the workbench. Available at The Home Depot; $119.
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Grab your coffee and go with the KitchenAid single serve coffee maker. Complete with a thermal mug, all you need are grinds and water to make the perfect cup of joe before you head out the door. Available at The Home Depot ; $67.97.
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Google Home is the personal assistant you never knew you needed. Get information about news, traffic, sports and more with simple voice commands. It also plays music and can stream videos directly to your TV. Available at The Home Depot; $79.
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You don’t need to be home to enjoy a great grilled meal. Bring this tabletop propane grill to the beach, campsite, or park to enjoy a hot cooked meal just about anywhere. An easy-start electric ignition will get you cooking fast, and the built-in thermometer ensures your meals are cooked to the perfect temperature. Available at The Home Depot ; $199.
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You can have a wine cooler, even if your kitchen lacks the real estate for a full-size model. This 12-bottle countertop wine cooler can fit into even a small kitchen. With 3 handsome, wood fronted pull-out shelves, it will be a complement to your kitchen decor. Available at The Home Depot; $154.99.
An industry stalwart, the KitchenAid 5-quart stand mixer is on the wish list of many, if not all, home cooks. Choose from eight beautiful colors, and enjoy years of reliable mixing, blending and whipping. Available at The Home Depot ; $299.99.
Wherever the job site, the Makita 12-volt MAX cordless radio will provide tunes to make the work seem lighter. The iPod compatible gadget can run for 30 hours on a single charge, which means it works almost as hard as you do. Available at The Home Depot; $47.99.
Perfect for both the pond or the lake, this spinning rod and reel has what it takes to catch bass, trout, catfish and more. Available at The Home Depot; $17.29.
Cozy up in cold weather under this red and blue plaid throw. It feels like cashmere, but is made of soft, durable acrylic, so it’s both easy to care for, and long-lasting. Available at The Home Depot; $17.24.
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Play today's music the modern way with a vintage-look Victrola. This 5-in-1 table top record player is also Bluetooth-enabled, so you can stream anything from your portable devices. A built-in CD player gives you even more entertainment options. Available at The Home Depot; $112.34.
Once you own an immersion blender, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without one. The Cuisinart Smart Stick has two speeds, and includes whisk and chopper/grinder attachments along with the standard blender arm. Blend, chop and puree directly in the pot, pitcher or bowl to save on prep and cleanup time. Available at The Home Depot; $34.95.
Picnic in style with this souped-up picnic basket that carries both your meal, and everything you need to serve it. Ceramic plates, wine glasses, stainless flatware and cotton napkins are included, as well as a food cooler, insulated wine pouch, cutting board, salt and pepper shakers, cheese knife, and cork screw. Available at The Home Depot ; $159.95.
The Nostalgia candy maker spins fluffy, melt-in- your mouth cotton candy from either flossing sugar, or your favorite hard candies. Your house will quickly become the most popular one in the neighborhood. Available at The Home Depot; $31.88.
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This snazzy, stainless steel cocktail shaker twists to display the ingredients and measurements for one of eight classic drink recipes. Martinis, Cosmos, Margaritas, and the classic Tom Collins are all included. Available at The Home Depot; $19.79.
Whether you use these walkie talkies on the playground, in the neighborhood, or in the woods, they’ll keep you connected up to 35 miles away. Durable and waterproof, they can handle severe weather conditions. Available at The Home Depot; $84.90.
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No more fumbling to extricate your laptop from your bag at airport security: The cleverly designed SWISSGEAR ScanSmart Backpack allows you to slip your laptop in and out with minimal fuss. Available at The Home Depot; $40.01.
Can your vintage Crock-Pot do this? Pressure cook, slow cook, sauté, and boil and simmer with one machine. This 4-quart cooker is small enough to fit in tiny kitchens, yet large enough to whip up dinner for a family of four. One-touch meal settings allow you to cook chili or grains with the push of a button. Perfect for college students and recent grads, or any home chef who wants to eat healthy in the new year. Available at The Home Depot; $69.50.
What do you get for the host with the most? This gold bar cart is a good start. Evoking the classic cocktail parties of the 1960s, this rolling bar cart can easily go from room to room to facilitate easy drink service. If you're feeling especially generous, add in a bottle of the good stuff when you wrap up this gift. Available at The Home Depot; $209.85.
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