The Sears Holiday Tool Catalog with Craftsman 51 piece MAX AXESS Mechanics Tool Set

I’ve been shopping in Sears for as long as I can remember. My mom loved shopping in Sears and has instilled that love in me. Sears is one of the best places to go and buy big ticket items because they have the best payment options. My mom bought a flat screen TV there last year and she LOVED the process. You know what else Sears is good at? TOOLS. Craftsman is a Sears brand and I love Craftsman and guess what? Craftsman is featured in the Sears Holiday Tool Catalog.

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Sears put together a few fun facts about the Sears Holiday Catalog for me to share with you guys.

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The catalog had Real People… Real Testing

· A new testing panel made up of real tool users, a few pros, a few hobbyists and a few weekend warriors. In short… Real People! Selected product has been given to testing recruits to provide customers with feedback.
· Comments found in the catalog help you select gifts for the tool user on your list… or yourself

The Tool Gift Guru Team

· Chris Duke, host of hit Automotive DIY show “Motorz TV”
· Frank Fontana, host of HGTV’s Design on a Dime
· Carla Bruni, Historic Preservation Consultant
· Bryan Wilmer, Owner of Commercial Construction of Frankfort, Illinois
· Follow the Gift Gurus and their gift recommendations throughout the catalog or online here

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· Find catalog items instantly here

Fun Facts within the Catalog

· 2011 marks the 125th Anniversary of the founding of Sears
· Sears’ first stand alone retail store opened in Evansville, Indiana in 1925
· Sears first opened its merchandise development and testing laboratory 100 years ago in 1911
· Sears sells as many tools as there are lights on the holiday tree at Rockefeller Plaza in New York City… over 30,000!

One really great recommendation from the Sears Holiday tool Guide.

Craftsman 51 piece MAX AXESS Mechanics Tool Set (69.99)

51 piece set

This tool set features an ultra thin-profile design which fits over long bolts eliminating the need for deep sockets. I’ve checked out one of the larger Craftsman tool sets and it was very durable, I mean it still is. The pieces are all very heavy duty. Craftsman is known for quality right? The Ratchet strength is up to 45% stronger than their most popular ratchet. This 51 piece mechanics tool set comes in a convenient and portable briefcase style plastic carrying case. The rest of the contents include 42 sockets, hollow shaft handle, 2 Go-Thru ratchets, 3 standard socket adapters, 2 extensions and a Go-Thru adapter.

This giveaway has ended. Congratulations to the winner, Lyndsey R.

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Craftsman 255 Piece Craftsman Mechanic’s Tool Set

Oh wow, so many tools in one place, I’m currently at the Craftsman DIY blogger event and I’m in the process of putting together a post for everything I saw today, WOW. Sears is the place to find all of the coveted Craftsman brand tools and with Father’s Day coming up, you might want to just head on over there and check out the selection. If you want a heads up on what to look for, try finding the 56-piece Craftsman Universal Tool Set, or the Craftsman NEXTEC™ 12V Cordless Drill/Driver, and be on the lookout for a brand new innovative item the 51-piece Craftsman MAX AXESS Mechanic’s Tool Set.

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Last week, my husband and I received a 255-piece Craftsman Mechanic’s Tool Set on behalf of Sears and Craftsman in honor of the “Dads Making a Difference” contest held by Sears Blue Tool Crew in honor of dads helping out their communities. You can nominate any dad who is actively helping out his community. To Nominate someone, you’ll need to put together a 250-word-or-less essay and submit a photo. A panel of judges including Ty Pennington, well select 10 finalists and America gets to vote on who will win a very special visit from Sears Blue Tool Crew to help with an ongoing project or new community project to make a big impact in the winner’s community. IMG_0741

Opening all of the tools and placing them in the toolbox was he biggest puzzle I’ve competed in a long while. My husband and I set out reviewing the 255 piece Craftsman Tool set  as a family with the kids involved, it quickly became a no don’t touch that, that’s already in the right place, OMG we’re never going to get all of these pieces in the right place. Well we were wrong and the kids had a blast even with all the yelling and exasperations. We found a home for every piece and discovered it’s a very complete shiny tool set. Craftsman has such a quality look to it, which is why most people want that brand.

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Comparing it to my husband’s tool box set he received quite a few years ago, the Craftsman set wins hands down. I mean, Craftsman tools are hearty heavy tools, the tool set is quite heavy, while his other tool set isn’t.

 

If you still want more Craftsman ideas for Father’s Day consider the Craftsman NEXTEC™ 12V Cordless Multi-Tool and the Craftsman Right Angle Impact Driver. Of course, I’m quite interested in many of the Craftsman NEXTEC tools after visiting with Craftsman at the Craftsman DIY blogger day, and I’ll have much more information regarding that fun event for you in the coming weeks. Who know, I could use power tools, and not only use them but fall in love with using them.

 

Stay tuned for more details about DIY projects and Craftsman Tools coming out soon! Just in case I miss something and you don’t want to Like the Sears Blue Tool Crew Facebook page via Facebook, and Follow the Sears Blue Tool Crew Do It Together Team on Twitter @BlueToolCrew.

 

Disclosure: I received the tools, and was also invited on a trip to learn even more about Craftsman after I agreed to do the product review. I grew up around Craftsman tools and have heard about how good they were so I was quite excited to learn even more and accept the all expense paid trip to Chicago to visit Craftsman studios. Thank you Sears and Ace on behalf of Craftsman.

Ty Pennington Announces Unsung Heroes: Dads Making A Difference Contest

This is the second annual Dads Making a Difference contest. Here’s a video of Ty Pennington giving you the 411 on how to enter, and who you should nominate.

 

 

DITLast year Sears Blue Tool Crew held the “Dads Making a Difference” contest and it was a huge success. The winner had a wonderful opportunity to make an even bigger impact on his community.

"Last year’s ‘Dads Making a Difference’ contest winner, Charlie Muller, converted a run-down building into a center to feed children living below poverty levels in Albany, N.Y.," said Ty Pennington, Sears spokesperson. "I am excited to be working with the Sears Blue Tool Crew to hear more inspirational stories this year and encourage people to nominate deserving dads."

Because of the contest was so successful last year, they’ve decided to do it again. Beginning now through June 10th, you can nominate any dad who is actively helping out his community. To Nominate someone, you’ll need to put together a 250-word-or-less essay and submit a photo. A panel of judges including Ty Pennington, well select 10 finalists and America gets to vote on who will win a very special visit from Sears Blue Tool Crew to help with an ongoing project or new community project to make a big impact in the winner’s community. Each finalist will receive tools and resources from the Sears Blue Tool Crew, while the grand prize winner will receive $30,000 in services and assistance from the Sears Blue Tool Crew to help further advance his community work. Nominations should be for dads that use tools to better their communities.

You may also be interested in the DIT Traveling Toolbox. To help a neighbor assemble a swing set or assist with fixing-up your community center, raise your hand for the Traveling Toolbox. To be considered, Tweet your story to @BlueToolCrew including the hashtag #tweet4tools.

Christmas in July: Sears Share in The Celebrations Sweepstakes Giveaway

snowmanchristmasevent Today is the first day in the Christmas in July giveaway series that I’m hosting in partnership with Book Room Reviews. Do you guys know Tracy, she’s really sweet and has been blogging for a lot longer than me and she’s been nothing but nice. I’m excited to be working with her for the next two weeks. Yep, that’s right, we’re bringing you two weeks of giveaways.

 

First up is Sears!

searsSears has announced the Share in the Celebrations Sweepstakes. In celebration of 17 years of serving customers Sears Hometown Stores has announced that from July 1st through July 31st customers can enter to win one of many prizes. The grand prize being a 2011 Toyota Tundra. Entries are accepted on-line and over mail. Please visit www.shareinthecelebration.com for detailed rules and regulations about the Share in the Celebration sweepstakes. To find your local Sears Hometown Stores, Sears Home Appliance Showroom or Sears Appliance and Hardware Stores go to: www.SearsHometownStores.com.

Enter the sweepstakes daily, and if you go into a local Sears Hometown Store, Sears Home Appliance Showrooms, or Sears Appliance and Hardware Stores you can enter the Scratch and Win and earn up to 15% off a single item.

 

Enter to Win:

1 of 5 25.00 Gift Cards to Sears.

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Visit Sears and tell us what you would buy from there with your gift card.

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This giveaway Ends July 31st. All rules can be found under giveaway rules. This is a sponsored giveaway. I have worked with Sears Holding Corporation in the past. I was even in one of the Kmart on-line marketing pieces.

Use the Sears Wish Book for your Holiday Shopping, it’s on-line this year

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As you’re gearing up for the Holidays and planning out your shopping strategy, I want to share with you some exciting news. We all know what a big part of the Holidays the Sears Wish Book is and this year the tradition that we all grew up with comes with a twist.

The Wish Book has gone virtual with a brand NEW and fully interactive online catalog shopping experience. I have taken a look at it and it has a table of contents and a search option so it is very easy to use. Much easier than the catalogue we usually peruse.

This new format includes a cart right in the catalog, videos and games. You can shop for Toys, Tools, Electronics, Jewelry and more.