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For our big two year blogiversary and we’re celebrating with one of the biggest freebies we’ve ever freebied: a $500 Lowe’s gift card.
Did that sink in yet? It still hasn’t for us. When we started hunting for the perfect blogiversary prize a few weeks ago we never thought we’d land something so exciting. It’s like Lowe’s is giving one of you the chance to take on a big project and they’re footing the bill. And we couldn’t be more thrilled to be giving it away.
We probably don’t need to remind you of all the items you could snag during a $500 shopping blitz at Lowe’s – paint, lighting, power tools, holiday decor, flooring. Heck, you could even get a new dishwasher or something. So in case you’re having any trouble picturing where you’d put five hundred Lowe’s dollars, allow us to lend our expertise (that is, our money-spending assistance). Here are a few items that we’ve got our eyes on:
This Idylis air purifier: Since the cold weather will have us closing up our windows and doors soon, the HEPA filter on this baby keeps indoor air from getting stale and could really help Sherry as we get into allergy season.
A new lawn mower: I know the season’s ending, but I’ve had it up to here (picture my hand above my head) with the used mower we bought when we moved back in 2006 (let’s just say it’s no longer self-propelling). Lowe’s online Mower Selector tool helped turn up a bunch of options that we could snag for well under 500 beans.
A cool bathroom sink: With a full bathroom redo moving closer to the top of our to-do list we’re already starting to fantasize about where we can add some special touches, like plopping a vessel sink on top of a thrifted piece of furniture-turned-vanity. And Lowe’s has a bunch of awesome vessel sink options.
I’ve also been contemplating adding some outdoor path lighting or taking our garage organization a step further with some more sophisticated shelving. But we’d better quit letting our minds wander because we’re not the ones who get the $500 gift card… one of you does! Here’s how:
- PRIZE: A $500 Lowe’s gift card (in case you forgot)
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “GIMME THAT $500” (why dance around it, right?) and…
- BONUS QUESTION: Tell us what project you might spend the prize on. Surely we’re not the only ones daydreaming about where $500 could go (and no, we won’t be picking a winner based on this answer – it’ll still be random)
- CONTEST CLOSES: Thursday, September 24th at 8pm EST (that’s an extra day!)
- WINNER: One lucky lady or gent
- PRIZE SHIPS: Anywhere in the USA (but Lowe’s loving Canadians with friends or family in the states can enter and we’ll send it to your US relative/friend who can forward it on to you).
- THE USUAL: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday. Good luck!
Get more info on our freebies at our Giveaway FAQs page. Images courtesy of Lowe’s.
Miranda says
GIMME THAT $500! We just bought our first home and would put it toward the planned kitchen remodel!
Ruth says
Gimme that $500.
I would use it towards a new oven. I have been dreaming about a flat stovetop oven since i moved into my house 5 years ago. I just haven’t been able to do it yet.
Jennifer F says
GIMME THAT $500!
I’ve been BEGGING my husband to allow me to spend the $$ to update our bathroom lights and fixtures, but we just finished putting in new flooring, courtesy of a bad installation of a washing machine..FLOOD…long story!
Leigh says
GIMME THAT $500
Kathy A says
Gimme that $500
So many things I could spend that on. Probably use it to finish the bathroom we started and still isn’t finished
Stephanie says
GIMME THAT $500!
We have a half bathroom in our basement. It is a new bathroom. Built last year. The closet door is hung. The walls are painted a pretty shade of buttercream. There are even pictures hung on the walls. The only thing missing? Um, just a toilet, sink, & mirror. The holdup? Money, of course. Man, could I really use that gift card. Wishing myself luck: LUCK!
Dana says
“GIMME THAT $500? Oh my…what a blessing that would be! I would spend my money adding finishing touches to my house, curtains, paint, accesories, etc! Like one woman said…the possibilities are endless!
Terri says
GIMME THAT $500!
Expecting a baby in November, so I’d use the gift card to work on the nursery – new flooring, paint, lighting fixtures, etc.
rachel says
GIMMIE THAT $500!
Its pretty boring but we’d use it to get an outdoor storage piece. We have absolutely no outdoor storage and the lawnmower is currently stored next to the washing machine. NOT GOOD! We’d also love to get a ladder. The front porch light has been out for a month and we have no way of fixing it. For some reason we just can’t bring ourselves to chalk up the money for such essentials.
Robin says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I’d love to be able to put it towards fixing up my parents house. There are a lot of projects that need to be done on the old place but that they just can’t afford to do at the moment so $500 would go a long way in working on that!
Sarah Vincent says
GIMME THAT $500
My hubby and I would love to redo our daughter’s playroom/guest bedroom.
Ashley A. from Wyoming says
GIMME THAT $500!
We’re renting, but I’d love to splurge on some appliances that we could take with us when we take the plunge into buying our own house. I’d love to purchase an energy efficient washer or dryer, or maybe even use up the money on tons of tiny things… cleaning supplies, curtains, a new showerhead…
katie says
gimme that $500! I have a whoooole new house to fill…including two bathrooms, each with their own cracked sink.
Keri says
Gimme that $500!! So I can redo my yard for my kids to be able to play outside!
Bonnie Morscher says
Gimme that $500! How would I spend this? Let me count the ways! New bathroom vanity and mirror. Or, landscaping for the front yard. Or, new back door. Or,. . .well, you get the idea. Right?
Melissa says
GIMME THAT $500!
My hubby and I would finish organizing the garage! Not the most glamorous of projects but we are organizing freaks and need lots of shelves and buckets and places to put all of our small tools and things.
Jenni says
GIMMIE THAT $500!!!!!
Closing on my first house on Monday and the list of to-do’s is loooong. Would love $500 to help get the projects started!!
Stephanie B says
GIMME THAT $500
Wow all the things you could do with that! I know I need some paint and I would love a new dinning room chandalier. Or maybe a small retaining wall in the back. The options are endless!! Happy Blogiversary
Kevin says
GIMME THAT $500
I’d get a circular saw and some plants!
Sassy Engineer says
GIMME THAT $500! I’m so excited :) I think we would love to use the money on fixing up our sun porch and our dining room (we want to add crown molding and new baseboards). I hope we win!
Megan says
Gimme that $500! I have so much on my to-do list for my home – this would be AMAZING! I would love to put it towards painting the exterior, building a new patio in the backyard, investing in a trusty snowblower, re-doing our flooring, purchasing crown molding to finally finish off the walls in our house and completely remodeling my bathroom.
Happy Anniversary!
Kari says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
We bought a 1960s ranch that needs some lovin! I would love to replace my bright yellow laminate circa 1970 kitchen countertop. My fingers are crossed!
Lindsey says
Gimmie That $500!!!
We live in a 2 year old house but so many things I’d like to do with it. One thing is to make a cabinet within a wall (with doors) in our dining room with two slide out shelves so I can put my table cloths, cloth napkins and china. The other thing is to put railing around our side porch.
Karen says
GIMME THAAT $500!!! We would love to remodel the 2 original bathrooms in our ranch home! I love what you have done in your entire house but the way you made space and remodeled the bathroom is what I covet!!
Sarah says
GIMME THAT $500!
Lots of house projects to do!
Samantha says
GIMMIE THAT $500!
This may be used for a lot of things. Landscaping, painting our foyer, bathroom makeover, or garage organization. Thanks!
Dori Mornan says
“GIMME THAT $500”
I am in DESPERATE need of a new shower door!! and a bathroom reno to go with it ;)
Happy Blogiversary!
Beth says
GIMME THAT $500! I’d use it for our new bathroom remodel!!
K McCabe says
GIMME THAT $500
My parents are coming for a visit, would love to fix things up
chris says
I just discovered you all…and I officially love you already. What a blessing you are to one another–great way to build a future together!!!
We are getting ready to sell our house, and would use the Lowe’s card to update some of the items we overlook as being outdated (cabinet pulls, towel racks, bathroom paint…oooh maybe even a sink).
Blessings to you both
Marina says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
I have tons of projects, since we have only been in our house for a year. But, if i have to pick one, i have to say: tiles for our kitchen floor. We have the most disgusting, stained, lynoleum flooring in our kitchen, that has to go!
bchurch says
GIMME THAT $500! I need a new oven and this would help us pay for it!
jenn says
Gimme that $500! how very exciting. i can’t believe all you two have done in 2 years! LOVE it! i’d defeniately consider several projects…there are several that need to be done. i think several cans of paint would get bought. flooring for a small space, an outdoor lighting replacement, a cabinet to be hung on the wall above the toilet for a place to put my towels and stuff (for crying out loud! no storage!), and cement and light covers to make some garden decor!
CK says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would love to have a new vanity in our bathroom… and maybe some new paint on the walls too!
Robin says
GIMME THAT $500!!!! A new vanity would be one thing I might use the gift card for!
Mary says
“GIMME THAT $500? With the recent purchase of my first home there are endless ways I could spend this gift card but most likely it would go toward new kitchen cabinets!
Justin says
Gimmie that $500!! I’d love to put this towards painting away all the uniform white walls that our house came with.
Brenda says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
Danielle says
GIMME THAT $500!! We just closed on our new home about 3 weeks ago, so we have our eye on a lot of goodies at Lowes: new ceiling fans for the bedrooms, new light fixtures for the bathrooms, new light in the FROG, yard tools… I could go on and on :)
Barbara says
Gimme that $500
I just need stuff.
Barry says
GIMME THAT $500! After recently purchasing a new home, we’ve been endlessly working on various projects. We have been saving up for some new hardwood flooring on our main level and this would be what gets us to our budgeted amount!
Abby D. says
GIMME THAT $500! We’d use it to finish our basement.
Tammy G. says
GIMME THAT $500!
My husband and I bough our first home 2 years ago–it was in pretty bad shape and needed a ton of work. We have worked on so much but there is still a ton left to do. From the kitchen counter tops to the front entry door there is plenty to choose from!
michelle says
“GIMME THAT $500? I’d start with painting the living room, which the previous owners painted entirely terracotta–even the ceiling (what were they thinking?).
Barbara says
Gimme that $500!
To update my brand new apartment! (new to me)
Rachel Ridd says
Gimme that $500!!!
I would use the cash to begin remodeling my bathroom!!
Elizabeth says
GIMME THAT $500!! We have a ton of projects to do, but the 2 projects at the top of our list right now are painting and new flooring.
Marie says
GIMME THAT $500! We’re redoing our hideous, 1952 original kitchen, later this year (4 years after saying “we’ll do that right after moving in”). That would get us the nice farm-style sink I’ve been eying…or maybe the stainless sink with a really nice splurge faucet!
Jennifer says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would totally use it to buy a washer (or dryer)! We’re expecting our first child in 3 months and own neither!
Sage says
Gimme that $500!!! I would totally use it to finish our master bathroom. Its been gutted and unusable for almost 2 years and just a few months ago we made a ton of progress – $500 would enable us to finish it ASAP :-) Thanks for the rad giveaway and congrats on 2 years!!!