Lowe's050

Like its big box competitors, Lowe's provides home-improvement project materials and limited services in design, construction, and installation.

Lowe's offers a selection of paint, wallpaper, window coverings, closet organizers, decorative accessories, and storage solutions for bedrooms, playrooms - every room in the house. Its garden centers sell all the seeds, plants, and tools needed for a family garden project - plus indispensable tips and advice from knowledgeable staff.

Most Lowe's home improvement stores offer Build & Grow Kids' Clinics a couple times each month, teaching kids how to use hammers and other tools to make really nifty crafts - from picture frames to bird houses. The clinics are typically held on Saturday mornings, and advance registration is required. To find upcoming clinic topics, dates, times, and locations, visit the website.

DIY workshops are available for Moms and Dads, too!