***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries***
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.
Nick says
GIMME THAT $500 I am dying for a table saw to make shelving and other fun furniture.
Heather says
GIMME THAT $500
we would re-do our basement!
kate says
“GIMME THAT $500?
Oh, goodness….so many options!!!!
#1 on my list (which has been since we bought our little love nest) is the KITCHEN!!! There is a corner with built in benches that used to house a small table for one, but I want to upgrade that to another “L” section of counter space with cabinets below. Sigh.
#2 Pedestal sink for the bathroom
#3 An oh-so-lovely patio/deck for the backyard to make it even more enjoyable than it already is.
Kristen Lawlor says
Gimme that $500!!
We just bought our first house and could use this so badly. Mainly for the master and guest baths!
tony says
GIMME THAT $500
i would love to finish off our attic, so i would put the money toward drywall and flooring
Jeremy says
Gimme that $500! Paint my house!! It needs it badly.
Erika Rebstock says
GIMME THAT $500! Please oh please, there’s so much I could do with it! I promise to take pictures and share!
NoShowMo says
GIMME THAT $500! I am planning to build a reading nook (bench plus shelves) in my 6×9 trunk room (1921 Fan house).
Beth says
GIMME THAT $500!
That would go towards updating our kitchen. We are repainting our kitchen cabinets, but need to replace the countertops and backsplash. Thanks for doing this!
Jaime says
GIMME THAT $500!!! I would use the gift card to purchase a new stove. A stainless steel one to go with my newly painted black cabinets!
heather says
gimme that $500
i would waterproof and paint our garage
Judee says
GIMME THAT $500! I desperately need to update the lighting fixtures im my kitchen. Actually, all the lighting fixtures in my house could use an update.
Lizzie says
GIMME THAT $500! (please)
We just moved back into our house in New Orleans. I can’t decide whether I would finish one big project (new countertops and hardware in our kitchen) or start another – either a new sink and vanity in the bath, or bamboo fencing, big potted plants, and paving bricks to beautify our side yard. Thanks for your consideration!
Kelli says
GIMME THAT $500- it would be perfect to finally finish off our basement project
Shannon says
GIMME THAT $500
Oh! The things we could do with $500!! We really want to transform a little corner of our basement into a wine cellar/bar.
Melise says
GIMME THAT $500……I have so much to do to our newly purchased foreclosure, I think I’ll just walk around Lowes and start throwing stuff in the buggy! Ha! This is awesome!
stacy doolittle says
GIMME THAT $500!
Wow! If I won I’d use it to start working on the main bathroon. And if you could see the bathroom, you’d understand why!
Amy says
GIMME THAT $500!!! I am SO tired of my clothes laying around my entire bedroom…I need more closet space! If I get this $500…guess what, I will be happier, my husband will be happier because he loves project AND our bedroom will look SO much better! Everyone’s happy! :-)
Jessica says
GIMME THAT $500! I would use it so the hubs could build me a custom buffet for the dining room.. woohoo!
Laura Chapuis says
GIMME that $500!
With a new baby on the way, and major nursery projects in the works, that Lowes $500 would go a long, long way!
Kelly H. says
GIMME That $500….we have the basement, the deck, the loft, etc.
Matt says
Gimme That $500….Lawnmower or Dyson vacuum
Grace says
GIMME THAT $500! Many projects… son’s room and play area, guest bedroom, kitchen, and the list continues ….
Kristin says
GIMME that $500! Soon to buy a house and knowing it would go to GREAT use!
Sarah R. says
GIMME THAT $500! My kitchen floor desperately needs replacing!
Natalie says
Gimme that $500! I have had my eye on redecorating our livingroom!
Max says
GIMME THAT $500
I would start replacing my old and ugly kitchen appliances :)
Katie says
GIMME THAT $500!!
One thing: covered patio in the backyard, chairs, fire pit….mmmm
Terry says
GIMME THAT 500$
Anything that my beautiful wife wants!
Cindy says
GIMME THAT $500
We just moved into our first home and the gold fixtures and trim in our master bath needs updating.
kait says
GIMME THAT $500
We just bought our first house… so it could be used in countless ways! I can’t even pinpoint one thing… hehe, well maybe a new SS Fridge!
Debbie says
GIMME THAT $500…please :)
Momma needs a new lawnmower
Heather foster says
gimme that $500…I want to fancify my chicken house. the girls work hard and would like to update their space
erin g says
Gimme that $500!
This would be a great start for our backyard landscaping!
jacqui sands says
GIMME THAT $500?
Would love to finish our crown moulding/beadboarding and painting projects, 3 rooms done, 4 more to do!!!
julie says
Gimme that $500. We have so many projects that we could begin- garage storage, kitchen improvements, bath improvements.
Michelle Johnson says
GIMME THAT $500… We would love to organize our messy garage and use it for cars instead of a storage room. Thanks!
Zhaleh says
GIMME THAT $500! My parents are building their own house right now (my summer was filled with framing) and I would love to give them some instant gratification in the form of a relaxing outdoor space.
Sarah W says
GIMME THAT $500! I just moved into a new apartment early this summer and want to paint all of the walls. I also REALLY want to sand down my bedroom set and re-paint it (right now it’s ugly wood) and replace all of the hardware. The set was given to me by my bf’s parents (who got it as a wedding present from his mom’s parents… thus, it’s old and ugly!)
Mandy Spears says
GIMME THAT $500 so that I can buy new light fixtures for my kitchen. Thanks.
Shannon T. says
GIMME THAT $500. I’ll probably spend the $ on a closet organization set…
Heather says
GIMME THAT $500. I would use the gift card to purchase new toilets. Sad I know but our 49 year old MCM ranch is in need of new toilets.
Becka says
GIMME THAT $500
I think we would do some landscaping and add some outdoor lights.
Emily says
GIMME THAT $500
Just bought our first house and are saving for our wedding at the same time. It would be nice to be able to buy some nice blinds for the windows so I don’t have to run upstairs in my towel feeling like my perfect house on the corner is actually a fishbowl.
PS – LOVE YOUR BLOG. And thanks for the advice on Quiet Moment paint. Looks amazing!!!!
Lindsay L says
Gimme that $500! Would love to kick off our kitchen redo! It’s celebrating it’s 50th birthday this year! Away you go old kitchen!
Ashley says
GIMME THAT $500! I would LOVE to redo my kitchen!!! With $500 I could paint the walls and the cupboards and tear up the nasty carpet…yes, we have 40 year old carpet in our kitchen!!!
Courtney says
Gimme that $500!
My fiance and I are about to purchase our first home together, and we could do so much with this $500! Since it’s our first home, and one of us has some grad school left to finish, we are saving our money and buying a little starter home that needs LOTS of work! Like adding a door to the downstairs bathroom (it’s not just missing, it was never there to begin with!) and replacing the 70s floral wallpaper with some fresh fun colors!
Jamie says
GIMME THAT $500 – okay…so we could soooo use this!! Who couldn’t?!?! My dad has taken such good care of us – all the lawn work, renovated our home, etc while my husband has been away (military) for 20 months. I would SO love to get him something special with this. WOW!! What an awesome giveaway!!!
Stephen says
GIMME THAT $500
Using it for paint for the first floor and to fix up the fence for when we get the dog.
Amber P. says
*****GIMME THAT $500*******
Wanna buy a Stainless Gas Stove!