Tools 
To dream about seeing or using tools symbolizes your proficiencies. You are taking advantage of the implements around you, but you might want to pursue another path.
On the other hand, the tools could mean that some circumstance or affair could require some repair. Freud might say that tools represent the male sex organ and are a symbol of sexual relations.
Trowel
To dream of a trowel indicates kindness and love that you give to other people.
Hardware Store
To dream of a hardware store says only one thing in which you need to take a deep look within you and consider a change of mindset and attitudes.
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