DIY Grad Gifts

For this grad, a dorm room meant the chance to decorate and indulge in gourmet cooking on her contraband hot plate. And when she wasn't practing her domestic skills, she was at the theater building sets for award-winning campus plays or off at the art studio painting, you'll want to check out these gifts.

Silver (Under $60)

When your grad can't wait to get out into the "real world," arm her with a pink Tool Box and the Emergency Roadside Kit (benefitting breast cancer research) so she will be ready for anything! And don't worry boys, there's a Road Assistance Kit for you, too.

Gold (Under $100)

Help this crafty grad pursue her next project with gifts that cater to her specific interests. If she is a budding chef give her some of Martha Stewart's kitchen collection - a Green Grill Pan, a Magnetic Spice Rack, The New Basics Cookbook, and a nice set of knives.

For your fixer-uper grads, gift certificates from Home Depot, Ikea, Lowes or the Container Store are great choices - along with an Apartment Therapy book.

Platinum ($150 and up)

Try a KitchenAid Stand Mixer to help your grad hone their kitchen skills. To really indulge your DIY grad, opt for a serious appliance like the KitchenAid Stand Mixer or a drill you know they have been eyeing. Or help them improve their skills in an area they love with sushi preparation classes, wine tasting or a home design consultations.