*Putty Knife, for removing old caulk or opening paint cans
*Standard flat-nose claw hammer(12-16ounces)with a steel head
*Multihead screwdriver: Phillips-head, flathead,& Torx(six point star shape)
*12-volt cordless drill, for DIY work, like hanging curtains, mounting heavy art
*Assorted fasteners: a kit with nuts, bolts, washers, anchors, nails, various sizes
*Duct tape, for quick fixes, like patching a torn bicycle seat
*Metal tape measure that's at least an inch wide, so it won't flop when extended
*C-clamp, for holding together glued pieces while they dry
*Needle-nose pliers, for minor jewelry repairs & pulling out small nails
*Adjustable wrench, instead of a set with different sizes
*WD-40, for lubing bike chains and loosening rusty hinges
*Slip-joint pliers, which adjust to grip items of various sizes
*Crosscut saw, 14 to 16 inches long, for small carpentry projects
THE EXPERTS
Ken Brooks, owner of Northbrook Construction Management, in North Bend, Washington
Tim Chopko, carpenter in Newark, Delaware
Janet Rickstrew, cofounder and CEO of girl-friendly tool company Tomboy Tools (tomboytools.com)
SMILE TODAY, FLOSS, EAT AN APPLE, DRINK WATER, ENJOY THE SUN OUTDOORS! BE NICE :)
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