"Denise" wrote in message ...
When I asked the guy in tools about drill bits
and other things, he looked at me as if I had ten heads, and I want
to avoid
further embarrasment.

Don't assume that he know anything about home repair just because he
works in a tool section. How many guys have the gut to answer a lady
with "I don't know"? His strange facial expression might be his way to
mask his embarrassment because he didn't want to admit to a female
that he didn't know anything.



How do I know what size drill bits to buy, and how much of an
assortment will I need?

Usually it's cheaper to buy a whole set (drill bit and screwdriver set
combo) than buying individually, something like Mastercraft 21-piece
QuickLoad Accessory Kit.

http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortmen... 1060176569662

I like the convenience of those quickload bits. They're a little more
expensive than regular ones. Walmart, Home Depot and Sears have
similar set. Since you know Canadian Tire always have 1/2 price sale
on their own tools accessories, you may want to wait for the sale.
Meantime you can get $1 drill set (4~5 drill bits in a plastic box)
and $1 screwdriver set (6~8 bits in a plastic box) at a Dollar Store
to get you start on the drape. If you don't do a lot of work, it may
be all you need. Walmart also have the regular 100 bits set for around
$20.

Good luck.