Tools of the Trade...

One of the reasons we decided to start looking to buy a house was that our apartment didn't have much room to collect good deals. We both like to invest in things like tools, books, and craft supplies when we come across great deals, and our little storage closet at the apartment just didn't cut it. As soon as we decided to start looking for a house, we lifted our self-imposed buying freeze, and began keeping an eye out for specific stuff we knew we'd need. It's amazing the deals you can find when you have the time to wait and collect! God has been so kind to provide all of these deals, and we are grateful every time we use one of them (which is pretty much constantly).

Crafstman 10' table saw :: retail $300-$450 :: $75 on craigslist

DeWalt 12" double bevel compound miter saw
:: retail $400 - $750 ::
$225 on craigslist

DeWalt heavy duty sawzall :: retail $90-$190 :: $40 on craigslist

Dremel scroll saw :: retail $220 - $260 :: $40 on craigslist

Bucket tool holder :: retail $10 - $20 :: $2 on craigslist

25-lb bucket of drywall screws
:: retail $65 ::
$10 on craigslist (mostly full)

(3) 5-gallon bucket of drywall mud
:: retail $15 each ::
$5 each on craigslist 

aluminum 3' stepladder :: retail $25 - $30 :: $3 at garage sale

aluminum 6' stepladder :: retail $50-$80 :: $5 on craigslist

13' multi-position ladder :: retail $80 - $100 :: $25 on craigslist

heavy-duty rolling trash bin :: retail $30 - $50 :: free on craigslist

rigid 12-gallon shop vac
:: retail $70 ::
$29 on super sale at Home Depot

Thank you, Lord, for all you provide. These tools are all being put to good (and frequent!) use. :)