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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.
Katie says
GIMME THAT $500!
We need to rip out horrible shelving and make a glorious master closet!
amy says
GIMME THAT $500
Our finished basement flooded in the spring, and we are scraping together the money to redo it this fall. We’re headed to Lowe’s tonight to check out carpet, and free would be awesome!
chelsea says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!
Oh my goodness, where to begin?! We’re moving into a new house next week, so we’ve been dreaming of paint, adding crown molding, doing a retaining wall, adding some plants, putting blinds in all the windows (We’re buying brand spanking new), getting a fan for the master bedroom… and the list continues. My fingers are crossed!!
Meaningfulgrrrl says
GIMME THAT $500
I’m honestly not sure what I will use it on – but I could definitely find something! I just moved into a new swanky condo so the appliances and fixtures are all super fab. :-) I love their home decor items (rugs, lamps) and might like to upgrade a few of the ceiling lights in my new place.
bev says
GIMME THAT $500! Gosh, that sounds so – greedy. I would use it on materials to build a Japanese tea house in my garden. My current one is my daughter’s 17 year old, re-purposed play house which is in SERIOUS danger of falling apart…….
Mai says
GIMMIE THAT $500
I would use it on our outdoor patio renovation.
Cassie Spencer says
GIMME THAT $500.
I would use it to get started on refacing my kitchen cabinets. They need a facelift!
Shaun says
“GIMME THAT $500?
MORE POWER TOOLS!
jenny says
GIMME THAT $500 for a new patio set. The season is ending which should give us a great deal!
Kelly says
GIMME THAT $500!! :O) Happy 2 year blog anniversary!! I love your blog, I came across it while I was checking out the decorating board on the nest. If I won the gift card we would use it for our kitchen. I’d like to make a tile back splash and we have been looking at counter top options. We bought our home last year and we have a few projects left to do, so the gift card will definatly come in handy!!
I just ordered one of your botanical coral prints, they are very pretty. I will be sure to post a pic in my blog when I get it framed and hung in its new home!
Kelly
http://mrskbj.blogspot.com/
Samantha says
“GIMME THAT $500? for my bathroom!! I would send photos!!
bannon says
Gimme that $500!!!!
I know exactly where this would go…. my dream washing machine/drier. I need to come into the 21st century with my laundry machines!
Rebecca says
GIMME THAT $500
I would love to replace my icky bathtub and sink!
aslight says
GIMME THAT $500
I’d love to add a bathroom next to the laundry room.
jessica says
GIMME THAT $500!… (please). and how about a nice little bathroom remodel? that sounds just lovely to me!
Mike T says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would spend the gift card on my parents so they can make their house a little more beautiful. (Not that it isn’t already!)
Kathy G says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I would use it for a new toilet for my guest bath, or a closet system for my walk-in!
Keira Farrimond says
GIMME THAT $500
Oh my!!!! We’ve half finished remodeling our kitchen for less than 500-bucks.. now all that’s left is a new countertop.. a new sink and a fridge. We’re totaly bargain-modelers and $500 would go a LONG way to getting our kitchen finished… FINALLY!
TheDivineAsh says
GIMME THAT $500!
My husband and I just bought our first house, so we could definitely put this gift card to good use! We would buy a lawnmower for our awesomely big fenced in back yard to help keep it play ready for our pup! And we would probably splurge on some of that new primer included paint as well! :)
Samantha says
“GIMME THAT $500?
Meg Robinson says
GIMME THAT $500….
I would buy paint paint galore! The one thing holding us back from painting our WHITE apartment is that it’s a rental and my husband can’t fathom buying paint with the thought of having to paint it back to WHITE!
Happy Blog-aversary!! I check out your site twice daily for ideas…one day I’ll own and be able to use all of your tips!!
Liza says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
PAINT! SHELVING! LIGHT FIXTURES!
mike says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would use this to put in a new back patio and front walk.
Adriene says
GIMME THAT $500!
My hubby and I just closed on our first house which was built in ’68. We have several things to do! A fridge is at the top of our list, then build a deck and after that we are going to tackle the kitchen and den! Wood paneling and ceiling to floor wallpaper!!
Brea says
GIMME THAT $500
Since we’ve just finished painting our new house, I hope to never purchase another can of paint again. But the new house sure could use some new lamps, landscaping, shed organization goodies, and a new french door!
mrsjetplane says
GIMME THAT $500!
We just purchased our first house. We would finish our yard… it would be so great.
Amy says
GIMME THAT $500!
There is so many more projects left to do and so little money to do them with. A bathroom reno would be amazing!
kristen b says
gimme that $500! I would love to get some power tools, like a sander and a new drill. I’d also like to spruce up some of my furniture with fresh paint, so I’d get some paint and all the necessary supplies for multiple projects.
ali says
GIMME THAT $500!
for
new lighting, and/or washer/dryer
Holly says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
We are working on creating a color scheme to unify our whole house … which means we have a lot of paint to buy in the near future! I’m sure I could find some fun accessories and lamps to tie it all together, too :)
Michelle says
Oh, my. GIMME THAT $500 … because I’m a new homeowner with ideas coming out of my ears. My spare bedroom is a “before.” Paint and a new light fixture will help make it an “after.” Also, that air filter sounds like a nifty-keen idea. Also, we want to build a pergola over our deck, and do something to boost privacy between us and our sole crazy neighbor. Oh, the things I could do with that $500.
Melissa says
“Gimme that $500” I can think of a ton of things to use it for
Kasey at Thrifty Little Blog says
GIMME THAT $500!
It would all go straight into the kitchen!
Christina says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would love to update some light fixtures and do some painting!
Sara says
GIMME THAT $500
I’d snag some end-of-season deals on patio furniture.
Becca B. says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
Our laundry room is unfinshed and we’ve got a new washer and dryer coming soon. I would LOVE to put drywall and some shelving in there–maybe even paint!
Grant says
“GIMME THAT $500?
Becky says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
Too many projects to list – we want to put moulding throughout the house, spruce up the patio, replace our single-pane with double-pane windows…. the list goes on and on!
Shannon says
GIMME THAT $500
There are so many things I would love to get with an extra $500 but after much deliberation I decided I would buy a a snowblower. I am a new homeowner with a long driveway and a snowblower would help save my back this winter. :) Great Blog! I read everyday…and who am I kidding…I check your blog a few times a day. :)
Caitlin Steiner says
GIMME THAT $500!
I could so use this $500 for sprucing up my back yard into a new living space or to remodel my HIDEOUS master bath that has the original CARPET from the previous owner who was also a drug dealer/grower haha!
stephanie says
gimme that $500! I would tile the guest bathroom shower, in white subway tile.
Ezra says
GIMME that $500!
Porch rails and swings would sure be nice.
Brianne M. says
GIMME THAT $500!
I’d love to put this toward some much-needed new flooring for our bedroom… or new window treatments (I’d love to rip down our heinous vertical blinds!!)… or new bathroom light fixtures. So much to choose from!
Meredith K says
GIMME THAT $500! Please…
Sounds like this is a popular topic, but we might use it on our second bathroom. It’s in the Master Bedroom, and we haven’t even scraped the wallpaper paste off the walls yet because the vanity is so ugly that we doubt we’d use it anyway. Since we’re still DINKs, we’re just using the main bathroom with the shower for now. But that $500 could definitely get us everything we need for a beautiful half bath.
In the same vein, I have to warn against the clear vessel sinks: I LOVE love love vessel sinks, but friends of ours inherited a clear one in the house they bought, and it ALWAYS looks dirty. So stick with porcelain, I say!
Jessica M says
GIMME THAT $500!!
New shade-loving plants and a lighter color of paint to brighten up the living room!
Kelly Coleman says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would paint my kitchen and tile the backsplash with the cool mosaic tiles and add a closet organization system to the master closet!
Great prize!
Mrs. Q says
GIMME THAT $500…Please!
We would use it to purchase a new front door and a LOT of paint!
Thanks for the chance to win!
Allie says
“GIMME THAT $500”
Oh the projects on my list! But the top priority where 500 smackers would really come in handy are our powder room and guest bath. Both have horrendous 80s wallpaper, but other than that only need cosmetic updates…so 500 smackers would really go far!
Oh gods of random internet giveaways, please pick me!
Amanda V says
GIMME THAT $500!
Wow, what a great Fab Freebie!! We have so many projects we want to take on!! The top of my list right now is to freshen our exterior with crisp white paint, black trim, and a birck red door! I guess I could have used the Valspar give-away for this project too! :O)
Joy says
GIMME THAT $500!
Love your blog!