DIY 2015 Holiday Gift Guide
-
Written by Doityourself Staffon Dec 10, 2015To ensure our content is always up-to-date with current information, best practices, and professional advice, articles are routinely reviewed by industry experts with years of hands-on experience.
Gifts for All Your DIYers
Gifts for All Your DIYers

When it comes to gift giving for the DIYers in your life (or yourself!), we've got you covered. Our 2015 guide spans the range of price points from stocking stuffers to big ticket items, and DIY interests from power tools to gardening. Can't find anything to do the job? Check out our Tool Gift Guide: 5 Tools We Actually Use or our Holiday Gift Guide for a Home Handyman.
Dickies Flex Sanded Stretch Duck Jacket

Is the DIYer in your life always working outside? This jacket made of 100 percent sanded stretch duck fabric will keep them warm and dry without sacrificing movement, thanks to a bi-swing action back and articulated elbows that enhance mobility. Rib knit storm cuffs and a quilted tricot lined hood with drawstring closure keep the cold out. Large front chest pockets can secure keys, a phone, or small tools. Available in brown or black up to size 3X. Dickies Flex Sanded Stretch Duck Jacket starting at $84.99
Folding Lock Back Utility Knife Set

How many times have you needed a knife only to settle for something flimsy, rusty, or dull? This two-piece set that can fit in your pocket comes with 10 utility blades for efficient cutting at a moment's notice. At a low price point, it's the perfect stocking stuffer for all your DIYers. Better yet? It comes with a lifetime warranty. Husky Folding Lock Back Utility Knife Set, $7.88
Stainless Watering Can

Give the green thumb in your life this elegant watering can and you may reap the benefits of flowers or produce later. A long, slender spout makes watering a breeze. Holds 1.5 liters. Stainless Watering Can from Terrain, $38
Kamado Ceramic Charcoal Grill

This is a gift the whole family can enjoy -- or just your favorite DIY bachelor. Grill and smoke meats and vegetables, as well as bake pizzas and bread inside the high grade ceramic dome with two-tiered stainless steel flip grates. Includes two solid surface drop down shelves, aluminum alloy calibrated top vent, and cart with locking rollers for mobility with a full-length heavy duty vinyl cover. Pro Ceramic Charcoal Grill by Vision Grills, $699
Craftsman 12-volt Heated Hoodie

Don't let cold weather keep you from completing your outdoor chores or enjoying the winter landscape. This comfy hoodie has 4 heating zones for your chest, back, and neck area powered by a Nextec 12-volt battery, complete with a USB port to charge your electronics while you keep warm. Includes four temperature settings: max, high, medium, and low to adjust to preferred preference. Craftsman Heated Hoodie With Battery And Charger, $179.99
4.8-Amp Variable Speed Orbital Jig Saw

A jigsaw is one of those tools the DIYer in your life may not have their hands on yet -- but it's useful for everything from woodworking to custom projects around the house. This version is chock-full of features including a lock-on button that allows continuous operation to reduce user fatigue and a high intensity LED light to illuminate the work area. Ryobi 4.8-Amp Variable Speed Orbital Jig Saw, $29.97
9-drawer Mobile Work Bench

Even DIYers who already have their tool storage sorted out will enjoy this mobile tool chest and work bench in one. The nine drawers provide 16,361 cubic inches of storage while the solid wood top creates an extra work surface. Perfect for small projects on the move! Husky 52 in. W 9-Drawer Mobile Work Bench, $298
Compost Wizard

The eco-friendly DIYer in your life will be making rich, high quality compost for their yard and garden in no time with this composting bin made from 100 percent recycled BPA-free plastic. Recessed handles on the sides of the drum provide easy turning action and also act as agitators on the inside to help mix compost. The composter arrives fully assembled with a low profile, making it easy for anyone to utilize. 12-Cubic-Foot Compost Wizard from Good Ideas, $125.09
StudSensor Stud Finder

New homeowners and DIYers of all skill levels will enjoy this handy tool when the time comes for hanging pictures or planning a remodel. Featuring an enhanced LCD display, it debuts a new Target Spotlight that illuminates on-screen when you've found the edge of a stud. Select from two stud scan modes to find the edges of wood and metal studs. StudSensor HD55 Stud Finder from Zircon, $19.88
94-piece Mechanic Tool Set

What's a do-it-yourself gift guide without a tool kit? With two wrenches, 52 sockets, and a screwdriver with an interchangable bit set, this set is perfect for the beginning DIYer. Made of alloy steel with a Craftsman lifetime warranty. Craftsman 9-37094 94 Piece Mechanic Tool Set With Case, $79.90
-
Doityourself StaffH.R. Helm is an accomplished DIY craftsman. He has been DIY since childhood and is now a septuagenarian. He is experienced in wood and metal construction, having designed and built several houses and metal buildings. He built every permanent building on his current homestead and did all the plumbing and electrical work. He has several years experience as a professional cabinet builder, and he is an accomplished auto repairman, having operated an auto repair business for many years. He currently has a home shop where he sharpens and rebuilds saws, repairs lawn mowers, mobility scooters, hydraulic jacks, and anything else that comes along. He also builds custom tools for metal working. Invention prototypes are another of his many accomplishments. He owned and operated a manufacturing business building Compact Utility Vehicles for homeowner use. H.R. enjoys making jams and jellies during fruit season along with cooking meals. He is committed to outdoor cooking in a Bar-B-Q pit he welded together several years ago. He maintains fruit and nut trees along with helping his wife with a vegetable garden. He farmed commercial garden produce for several years. It helps to have over 50 years of farming and ranching experience. Employment/Education Highlights ASE Certified Master Auto Technician Certified Welder Cross country truck driver -- over dimensional freight Design Engineer/Project Manager for injection molded plastic company Bus Driver/Substitute Teacher Inventor with two patents (weight training – anti-rollback for manual wheelchair) BS in Industrial Technology