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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.
Jennifer says
GIMME THAT $500
New lighting and paint.
Gillian says
Pretty, please random.org
I’d be spending this money on deck stain, lattice for the front porch and deck, paint, and who knows what else we could do with $500?
Michael says
Give me that $500
I’d redo our lawn. New house and all we have is weeds.
Thanks for the opportunity!
Rich says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would let my wife go crazy with all the projects she’s been talking about.
Jill says
Gimme that $500. What couldn’t I do with $500?
Brian Beasley says
GIMME THAT $500! new gutters!
Jessica Young says
What could I do…..probably either some nice Toile wallpaper for my powder room, plus accessories and new non-builder grade lights for my master bath. If some was left, then some patio furniture. Or…or..or… :0
Mike says
Gimme that $500. I’d regravel under our deck and make it into a storage center. (We don’t have a garage or a shed.)
Better yet I’d get supplies to build a shed.
Jaimee says
Gimme that $500! I would use it to put towards a new fridge!!
Marin says
Gimmie that $500! We just bought a new condo (about 7 minutes ago), so there’s lots to do. Probably a closet overhaul is on the top of my list.
Jessica says
GIMME THAT 500!
I would love to do some outdoor landscaping and build a woodburning outdoor fire pit. These are things that I always want but never want to spend money on! I would love to spruce up the front porch with some potted plants as well!
Kimberly L says
GIMME THAT $500! To start, I would spend it on sand paper and paint to redo a bunch of furniture I’ve been meaning to update. Then I would look into an air purifier, since I live in a basement.
Lauren says
GIMME THAT $500!! We just bought a house so I’m sure there are plenty of things I can spend the gift card on. Maybe put toward a kitchen reno or a new fence?
1956okie says
GIMME THAT $500!!! I’ll put it to VERY good use–to finish our long-unfinished kitchen/dining room remodel. It will go toward paint, new cabinetry next to our new fridge and a new plate rail (moulding) around our kitchen. I’ll even send you the before & after pix! :)
Alison W says
Gimme that $500! I have a dog- and no Vacuum! I have been putting it off because my budget only allows a cheap-o, but the cheap-o’s don’t last! Oh what couldn’t I use this for?!
jodi kaeding says
GIMME THAT $500. My husband and I bought out first house 2 years ago and completely gutted it. I would love to have that $500 to use towards our one and only bathroom. We just had a little girl 4 months ago, Jordan, and our bathroom only has a shower. So my little girl is taking bird baths in the kitchen sink…..this child needs a tub. Thanks for all the awesome posts.
Jen Bishop says
Gimme that $500!!!
We have a roof project that we could use this towards!
Love your blog!
Allison says
GIMME THAT $500! We’re doing a kitchen remodel and we would love some beautiful kitchen fixtures like yours!
kate says
GIMME THAT $500 !
I just bought a tiny bungalow with a huge yard, so I’d get a lawn mower and a nice set of lawn chairs :)
Michele Smith says
GIMME THAT $500! This would help finish up our kitchen project (still need to do lighting) and get a window AC unit for next summer for the nursery (baby is due at the end of November).
S Rahim says
GIMME THAT $500!
We can do a lot with it.
Nicole says
Gimme That $500!
I would buy a new grill for my husband. Right now we are using the good ole’ George Foreman for all of our grilling needs.
Rodger says
Gimmie that $500.
Just bought my first house. As I work from home, I need an office area. I would use the $500 to help build the office of my dreams.
paula says
I would use it to tile the backsplash in the kitchen, it’s been 2 years. and a lawn mower, that’s been 2 years of borrowing our neighbors…so GIMME THAT $500!
Hollee says
GIMME THAT $500- We would finish doing our bathroom and start updating our kitchen! Please!!
Megan says
Give me $500!
I would paint the walls and get a new mantle for our living room. (one that’s actually made of real wood! ours is so tacky.)
Pilar says
GIMME THAT $500 so that I can organize every closet in my home! My mother would kill me if she knew that I said “GIMME THAT $500” to someone. So, GIMME THAT $500, please.
Jen says
GIMME THAT $500! Our bathroom could use a lot of help, starting with a new fan that doesn’t sound like a plane taking off. Happy blogiversary Youngsters!
Katie C. says
GIMME THAT $500
We want to landscape at our new house SO bad! And we’re broke grad students/school employees.
Jennifer Hayes says
Gimme the $500!!!!! I want to redo my sons room and my laundry room. I know I can pull it off for $500.
Kim at Yellow Brick Home says
Yes, gimme that $500! That card will definitely go to new hardware for the cabinets, paint, paint, and paint.
ohbrooke says
GIMME THAT $500
Meg says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!! New bathroom hardware and toilet!
Destiny says
GIMME THAT $500!
Where to start…basement finishing, landscaping, and kitchen countertops!
Melinda says
Gimme that $500!! I’ve got a house to remodel!
Amanda S. says
GIMME THAT $500!!
Would probably spend on updating the light fixtures in our house, about halfway done with that project right now. Rest would go to paint and other supplies for minor updates. :)
Alexandria Lunn says
“GIMME THAT $500
I desperately need window blinds in my entire house. We purchased our house last October and have yet been able to find some extra cash to put blinds in the windows. We are still adjusting to the mortgage payment, and it’d be nice to finally not have the entire neighborhood be able to see what we are wathing on TV! Thanks!
Phantom says
GIMME THAT $500 – My wife and I are closing on our first house on Wednesday and we can use the money to update the bathroom.
Jennifer says
GIMME THAT $500! I’m trying to do a very low budget kitchen redo. I have the tile for the floor, the new countertop, a new sink, and the paint for the cabinets (and purchased all of that for around $600 total). I’ve put the project on hold, however, due to not having the funds for the tiling supplies, the faucet, the new range and microwave, and the 3 new cabinets I need to buy to make the layout more functional. The $500 gift card would cover so much of those extras! THANKS!
Michele M. says
GIMME THAT $500!!! There are dozens of jobs we could use the gift card for in our old house, but I think it would be most wisely spent on a new energy-efficient refrigerator. The old fridge has been a good soldier, but it won’t last forever.
Erica says
GIMME THAT $500! (please)
You’d be surprised how many projects can exist within a <600 sq. ft. condo…the space is small but the potential is huge. This giftcard could go a long way toward replacing the bathroom tiles that are older than I am!
Liz says
“GIMME THAT $500?
No question about it – I would spend the $500 getting to work on my new nursery!! We just found out we are pregnant and we’ve already decided we’re not finding out the gender….meaning its time to get creative in the baby room department!
Kelly says
GIMME THAT $500!! Landscaping that we never quite finished this summer & paint for the new baby’s room!
Jenn says
GIMME THAT $500
Where to begin…either a new stove b/c our digital board is fried or updates to our bathroom.
Joey says
GIMME THAT $500
A new mower & tools!
Anna says
GIMME THAT 500!
New bath fixtures!!
Carrie says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
We would use the gift card to create a nursery for our twin boys on the way. I’m thinking beadboard, paint, window treatments….so many things I would love to do!
Dana says
GIMME THAT $500!! Two words: new house! We have a long list of things we’d like to do. Namely, put a door in the kitchen to access our back porch, buy a lawn mower, paint the kitchen, replace the bathroom floor. Would love some free funds!
Amanda Laurence says
GIMME THAT $500 – We are redoing our master bathroom in our very first house and you inspire me all the time!!! THanks so much!!
Brandy Cunningham says
GIMME THAT $500
We need to take our basement from cobwebs to fabulous! I don’t think $500 will cover it all, but it would be a great start!