Shop Local Gift Guide: Tools, Gadgets & Good Cheer
The holidays are here — which means it’s officially gift-giving season! Whether you’re shopping for the DIYer in your life, the backyard griller, the new homeowner, or the person who “just wants something useful,” we’ve got good news…
Rio Rancho Hardware is packed with gift ideas that are practical, fun, and sure to get a smile.
And the best part? You can shop locally this year while supporting your neighborhood hardware store.
Here are our top picks for gifting in 2024:
For the DIYer or Tool Lover
If they’re always tinkering, upgrading, or “working on a project,” this section is for them.
Milwaukee M12 & M18 Tools — compact, powerful, and wildly popular.
DeWalt Drill & Driver Sets — reliable, tough, and great for any skill level.
Craftsman Hand Tool Kits — ideal for new homeowners or anyone building up their tool collection.
Bonus stocking stuffers: utility knives, mini levels, screwdrivers, and tape measures — because tool people always need one more.
For the Home Organizer
Help them start the new year with less clutter and more calm.
Stanley Tool Boxes — durable classics that get the job done.
DeWalt ToughSystem Modular Storage — rugged, stackable, and built to last.
Milwaukee PACKOUT — the build-your-own storage system everyone loves.
Rubbermaid Storage Totes — perfect for seasonal décor, garage gear, or craft supplies.
Pegboard Accessories — a great gift for anyone building or upgrading their workspace.
Pair a toolbox or PACKOUT piece with a couple of starter tools and you’ve got a gift that hits every time.
For the “Fix-It” Person in the Family
This is the person everyone calls when something squeaks, drips, or falls off the wall.
Feit Electric LED Bulbs — bright, efficient, and long-lasting.
Hardware Stocking Stuffers — screws, anchors, hooks, picture hangers, batteries… trust us, these are the gifts they secretly love.
For the Outdoor Cook (or Year-Round Griller)
It’s New Mexico — grilling season never truly ends.
And while the grills arrive this spring, you can still hook up your BBQ master right now:
Weber, Traeger & Blackstone Accessories
Give them something to get excited about for spring cookouts!
For the Creative Soul
Because home projects can be beautiful too.
Clark+Kensington Paint (quarts or gallons)
Premium paint brushes, trays, and rollers
DIY craft kits, stencils, and supplies for weekend project warriors
Perfect for artists, decorators, and those who love transforming spaces.
Shop Local, Shop Happy
There’s something special about finding the perfect gift right here in the neighborhood.
From tools and stocking stuffers to décor hangers, totes, and home improvement helpers, Rio Rancho Hardware has gift ideas for everyone on your list.
Stop by, browse the aisles, and let us help you pick out something your loved ones will actually use (and appreciate!).
Here’s to a warm, joyful, and truly local holiday season from our family to yours.
