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Must-Have Gifts That Take the Guesswork out of Holiday Shopping

We all know what it's like to pull Uncle Lawrence's name out of the hat and have no clue what he wants for Christmas. If that happens to you this holiday season, tell him to visit Lowes.com/Giftlist to browse our online catalogue of the hottest gifts for the holidays. On the Lowe's Gift List Builder you can select exactly what you want and then share it with family and friends via email or Facebook. While you are browsing Uncle Lawrence's gift list, create your own and share it with your friends so they know what is at the top of your list this year!

Not tech savvy? Not to worry, Lowe's has selected the best gifts for each member of your family for this holiday season:

Simple stocking stuffers under $5

• Task Force Five Piece Home Tool Set (Item #99633) - This tool set comes with a tape measure, snap-off knife, groove joint pliers, long nose pliers and a screwdriver with seven bits, making it an ideal gift for a new homeowner or college student.
• Black & Decker 10-Piece Nut Driver Set (Item #205538) - This gift has the most popular nut drivers, ranging in size from 5/32" to 1/2" and is organized on a handy bit bar for easy storage in a pocket, toolbox or kitchen drawer.

Thoughtful gifts under $10

• Rosemary Tree - A rosemary tree is the gift that keeps on giving, especially for the special cook in your life. Not only is rosemary a wonderful herb for cooking, its fragrant smell lifts the spirit in any home. Lowe's Creative Ideas suggests printing your favorite rosemary recipe and attaching it to the tree with a decorative ribbon. Rosemary trees also serve as a hostess gift for holiday parties.
• MagnoGrip Pro Magnetic Wristband (Item #5846) - Does your handyman need a little help when working on home projects? With the MagnoGrip wristband, fumble no more with nails and screws because they'll stick right to the magnetic wrist, making it quick and easy to finish projects.
• Build and Grow Kits - Do your kids (ages 2^nd through 5^th graders) love the free Lowe's Build and Grow Kids clinics? They'll be delighted to see Build and Grow kits in their stockings or under the tree this year. The Build and Grow Starter kit, complete with apron, hammer and safety googles, costs just $8.98 and all projects are under $10.

Terrific Finds Under $25

• Kobalt MultiDrive Wrench (Item #74025) - The ideal gift and tool for anyone on the go needs in their toolbox, truck, RV or boat. With two heads and 56 different fasteners you'll be able to use this wrench for thousands of application.
• Red Toolbox 10 Piece Toolset (Item #329999) - Any 'tweens' on your list that enjoy handicrafts? Your child will have fun and learn key life skills by building Red Toolbox wood projects with tools fit just for kids. If they really love building, add the Red Toolbox Workbench to their set for just $69.98.
• Oster Belgian Waffle Maker (Item #210524) - Who says you have to go to the local pancake house for indulgent breakfast treats? Help your favorite breakfast foodie bring the aroma of off-the-press Belgian waffles to their own home for cozy winter days. It's a present that the whole family will thank you for!

Other Great Ideas

• Kuerig Elite Single Serve Coffee Maker (Item #301986) - Life would be a lot easier if you could have one cup of your favorite coffee brewed in under one minute. Bet most of the people on your Christmas list feel the same way. So the Kuerig Single Serve Coffee Maker is sure to be a hit for anyone in your family. The coffee maker comes with a variety 18 pack of coffee flavors to get started.
• 30 in. Steel Fire Pit (Item #328160) - Nothing feels like the holidays more than gathering around the fire with your family and friends. Give the gift of a fire pit this year and take the gathering outdoors with your favorite holiday drink and marshmallows for toasting.
• Merrifield Area Rug (Item #320569) - This modern area rug is the wonderful gift for the decorator or stylista in your family. Whether a gift for your post-college kid's contemporary new apartment or a fun pop of color and design in a more traditional setting, this rug will certainly warm any home.

If you left all your holiday shopping until Christmas Eve, a Lowe's gift card is probably the best bet. You can pick up a gift card at any Lowe's store or send an e-Gift Card straight to their e-mail address by visiting Lowes.com/giftcard. If you feel creative, design your own gift card with a photo for a personal touch.

About Lowe's

With fiscal year 2009 sales of $47.2 billion, Lowe's Companies, Inc. is a FORTUNE 50 company that serves approximately 15 million customers a week at more than 1,725 home improvement stores in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Founded in 1946 and based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's is the second-largest home improvement retailer in the world. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

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