Make Gift Giving Effortless and Affordable This Holiday Season

Lowe's Offers an Easy, One-Stop Solution for Everyone on Your List

MOORESVILLE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Your Christmas clock is winding down with only ten shopping days left - and at a certain point in the holiday season, time becomes your most valuable commodity. Still looking for those perfect presents as the holiday rush moves from a jog to a sprint? With time running out, there's no need to zip around from store to store in a panicked search when a better option exists. Instead of feeding the frazzled frenzy, Lowe's takes the guess work out of gift giving by providing ideas by interest/hobby or by price to help you watch the budget.

Stocking Stuffers Ideas

Under $5 that will fit in a stocking:

    --  Kobalt 2-Piece Pocket Screwdriver Set(Item #125913) is an easy to carry
        screwdriver set that can be used around the house or to keep in the car
        for quick on-the-go projects.
    --  Task Force 12' Tape Measure(Item #174138) Everyone needs a handy tape
        measure with a comfortable non-slip grip for easy use.
    --  Task Force 8-Piece Starter Tool Set(Item #314845) is a selection of the
        most frequently used tools around the home. Great for the first time
        homeowner and is available online only for a special deal!
    --  BLACK & DECKER 10-Piece Drill Bit Set(Item #163004) contains the most
        popular range of drill bits, organized by a handy bar that makes storing
        this set easy and organized.

Gifts under $10 that can fit in a stocking:

    --  Digital Pocket Grill Thermometer(Item# 280609) is a waterproof, digital
        pen-style thermometer with a LCD readout that is easy to read in the
        dark, making grilling convenient day or night. It even includes an
        anti-microbial pocket sleeve for food safety storage.
    --  Kobalt Multi-Bit Ratcheting Screwdriver (Item # 170991) --With 13 tools
        for multiple uses, this screwdriver is an essential item for every
        toolbox.
    --  Personal Keychain Alarm (Item # 51208) -- Keep your loved ones safe and
        have peace of mind with this convenient safety alarm that features
        built-in key lights that make it easy to find door locks and alert
        others to sudden danger.
    --  Weber Espresso Grill Apron & Grill Mitt(Item #s 297965, 297966) --
        Designed exclusively for Lowe's, every barbecue master should have these
        essential accessories. Even a man would wear this functional apron that
        protects clothes and the matching mitt prevents singed knuckles.

For the Decorator

Under $50:

    --  Style Selections Lamp and End Table Console Set (Item #: 169434) is easy
        to assemble and features an antique champagne finish, dark walnut wood
        finish table top and a stretched fabric shade for a softer light. The
        all-in-one lamp and table is functional and complements any decor .
    --  Portfolio 2-Piece Bronze Combo Set (Item #: 11412) -- With a bronze
        finish and amber glass shade, these matching floor and table lamps are
        perfect for layered lighting options in any room. This combo set will
        transform a room from coolto warm.

Under $75:

    --  allen + roth - Live, Love, Laugh Rectangular Mirror (Item #: 313017) is
        the perfect accessory to freshen up a lonely wall or to compliment your
        existing home fashion. This bronze, rectangle statement mirror fits any
        decor.

For the Outdoor Entertainer

Under $100

    --  Weber 22.5" Kettle Charcoal Grill (Item #: 27071) -- With crack-proof,
        all-weather wheels, a no-rust aluminum vent and ash catcher, and a total
        cooking area of 363 square inches, this item is a must-have for any
        grill master. It may be cold now, but give a grill for the holidays, and
        they'll be ready to fire it up when warm weather arrives.
    --  Garden Treasures Steel Fire Pit (Item # 256803) --This lower to the
        ground bowl provides heat and ambience for outdoor areas. Fire pits are
        a great gift for the person who likes to entertain outdoors in any
        weather. It's the ideal necessity for outdoor gatherings -and you can
        even use it to make s'mores.

For the Gardener

Under $25:

    --  Garden Treasures 3-in-1 Clock with Thermometer/Hygrometer (Item #
        133596) - is lightweight, stylish and perfect for indoor/outdoor use.
    --  Acu-Rite Basic Wireless Weather Station (Item # 263101) - features a
        digital reading and comes complete with a long-distance wireless sensor.
    --  Corona 5.5" Bypass Pruner and Snip Set (Item # 301559) - A bypass pruner
        precisely trims unwanted growth from plants, bushes and roses, and the
        mini-snip pruner is great for tidying up house plants. This product
        features comfort grips that reduce fatigue for the garden lover on your
        list.

For the Do-It-Yourselfer

Under $100:

    --  Dremel -- Multi-Max Oscillating Kit (Item # 35904) offers a compact
        design, providing access to tight spaces and a Quick Fit(TM) feature for
        faster accessory change. Ergonomically designed for a soft grip, adding
        comfort and control.
    --  Dewalt -- Variable Speed Cordless Screwdriver (Item # 147880) features a
        superior power-to-weight ratio in a variety of fastening applications,
        adjustable two-position handle and variable speeds. A 7.2V battery pack
        provides longer run times and increased productivity.
    --  Dewalt -- 3/8" Heavy-Duty VSR Pistol Grip Drill With Keyless Chuck Kit
        (Item # 219608) features a soft-grip handle design and ball-bearing
        construction, which offers greater durability and longer tool life.
    --  Skil -- 18-Volt 4-Tool Ni-Cd Combo Kit(Item # 552) is an exceptional
        value that includes a two-speed drill/driver, multi-finishing sander,
        orbital jigsaw, flashlight and battery. Compatible with Skil's lithium
        ion battery and charger set, it's the ideal starter kit for someone who
        wants a flexible system to build on.

Still not sure? Let the person on your list choose exactly what he or she wants with a Lowe's gift card -- or send an e-Gift Card straight to an e-mail address. If you feel creative, design your own gift card and greeting card for a personal touch.

Avoid the holiday crowds and find this year's best gifts in the comfort of your home. Shop online at lowes.com/gifts.

About Lowe's

With fiscal year 2008 sales of $48.2 billion, Lowe's Companies, Inc. is a FORTUNE(R) 50 company that serves approximately 14 million customers a week at more than 1,700 home improvement stores in the United States and Canada. 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.

    Source: Lowe's Companies, Inc.