***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.
Savannah Kirsche says
GIMME THAT $500!!
Bathroom re-do!
Melissa says
GIMME THAT $500!!
in need of new toilets!
Anne says
GIMME THAT $500!! :)
My hubby and I would use it to do a few updates in our main bathroom. It really needs an exhaust fan (and someone to install). I’m sick of bleaching the mold in the shower! We could also use a new faucet and shower head for the bathroom.
Cindy says
GIMME THAT $500!
so many projects!
Emily Wenda says
“GIMME THAT $500? (why dance around it, right?)
I just got married on 8/22 in our backyard of our first home – just like you! We would spend it on beautifying our backyard – including leveling the ground. My husband picked me up to carry me down the isle and he stepped on uneven ground- we both fell, hospital visit, missed our reception -very memorable.
Claire says
GIMME THAT $500!
(Please.)
What wouldn’t we use this on? We need to completely redo our front landscaping, renovate our master bathroom, & redesign every closet in the house. $500 wouldn’t get it all done, but it sure would help!
Steven says
GIMME THAT $500
Fixing up our bathrooms!
Cate says
Gimme that $500!
Awww…happy blogiversary!
I’m thinking a weedeater and a water filter….
Stacey says
GIMME THAT $500!
Changing our spare bedroom into a nursery!
Sarah Keymer says
GIMME THAT $500
The back yard – landscaping, hammock and outdoor fireplace to get cozy this winter!
Amy S. says
Gimme that $500!!!!! Bathroom redo needed!!! :)
Morgan says
GIMME THAT $500!
We need a fence for our two yellow labs!
Tegan and Tage says
GIMME THAT $500
Wow! That was awesome of Lowe’s! And congratulations on 2 successful years!!! SO much I want to do with that gift card… work on the yard, some kitchen and bathroom upgrades… ah, the list goes on.
Design Esquire says
GIMME THAT $500!
We currently have a leaky window, so this would be perfect! Thanks for the great giveaway!!!
Michelle says
“GIMME THAT $500” so I can use it on the house I am gutting. I would use this $$$ on crown moulding, baseboard moulding, outdoor lighting and shutters.
Oh I hope, I hope.
Ashleigh Mathews says
Gimme that $500 :)
We are starting a bathroom remodel and would love to be lucky winners of this awesome giveaway!
Kaki says
GIMME THAT $500! We’re still working on getting settled into our new house, so it’s hard to name just one project but it’d probably go towards fixing up the kitchen! Congrats on two years and thank you so much for a great give away!
Kristi D says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would definitely use funds for some needed bathroom upgrades, lighting upgrades, and some garden landscaping…
Kate says
For 500$ I could buy enough paint to redecorate every room in my home! A full fledged fall makeover!
Ken says
GIMME THAT $500! the wife and i are planning a kitchen redo. i see that money going toward a new fridge or dishwasher!
Tony says
GIMME THAT 500!
Paint, mirrors, lights, hot tub, patio furniture….the list goes on and on!
Sarah L says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
I’m dying to make our living room into our dream come true with paint and flooring.
Sherri Rowland says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
We’re planning a bathroom redo – replacing a shower stall and installing tile floors
Erin P says
“GIMME THAT $500?
I would love to use this gift card on supplies for a new deck! The one we have needs to be replaced with a larger more up-to-date deck. Our grill takes up half of our deck now. I sure hope randon.org selects us!
Scott says
Gimme that $500 …
My backyard grill is older than I am. That can’t be healthy. I’d love to put this toward a new one!
Erin P says
“GIMME THAT $500?
I would love to use this gift card on supplies for a new deck! The one we have needs to be replaced with a larger more up-to-date deck. Our grill takes up half of our deck now. I sure hope randon.org selects us!
Angelina says
Gimme that $500!
We would love to fence in our back yard for our little doggie Crosby . . . and he would love it too!
Becca says
GIMME THAT $500!
My husband and I are in the process of buying our first house, which unfortunately doesn’t have a front porch. $500 would go a long way towards helping us get the project started.
katie says
i don’t know what i would spend it on…i have so many ideas!
Betsy Marchant says
GIMME THAT $500
New ceiling fans in 3 rooms! I’ve been wanting them since we moved into our house 4 years ago but can never make the splurge!
Randifity says
GIMME THAT $500 to finally finish the basement we’ve been working on for 2 years.
Jenn says
GIMME THAT $500
please? We bought a house recently and we would put it towards buying a patio door so we have access to our backyard from the house, rather than going through the garage.
Stefanie says
GIMME THAT $500!
I have so many… but ultimately I would do some work in our basement. I don’t think $500 will cover all that needs to be finished down there, but it would get us really really far!
Congrats on the Blogiversary!! You guys are fantastic.
Erin P says
“GIMME THAT $500?
I would love to use this gift card on supplies for a new deck! The one we have needs to be replaced with a larger more up-to-date deck. Our grill takes up half of our deck now. I sure hope randon.org selects us!
Steph G says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
(please)
and I’ll redo my living room.
Amy says
GIMME THAT $500! I have so many things on the radar right now. . . definitely paint, maybe deck extension, kitchen cabinets/counters?!?
meghan says
GIMME THAT $500!
outdoor loveliness…
Kendall says
Gimme that $500! We’re turning a walk-in closet into a mini office, so it would be great for some organizational shelving, we could also use a new grill!
Janet Caldwell says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I need to dump my 1970’s refrigerator!
Stacy says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
I’m opening a photography studio and I need a little bit of EVERYTHING – flooring, paint, a new sink, lighting, etc, etc, etc…I promise I’d find something fabulous to spend it on! :o)
Shea says
GIMME THAT $500!
Where to even start? How about paint! The bathroom & bedroom are in serious need of a transformation. And then there’s the outdoor space. We really want to make room for a garden and composting and our patio furniture could use a makeover. Our 1950’s house has light fixtures that may very well date back to that time. Upgrade? I think we will! I could keep going, but I think you get the idea… ;)
Thanks for the great contest and congrats on your blogaversary!
Melinda says
GIMME THAT $500!
I’m adding a 3rd bedroom and 2nd bathroom for my family of five! I’d love a nice closet system!
Meredith says
Gimme that $500!
We live in an old farm house, so we have too many projects to name!
Karen Arndt says
GIMME THAT $500
When I bought my house 3 years ago, I was all set to put in new flooring before I moved in, while the place was empty. It was going to be a combination of carpet and laminate–I even had the flooring company come measure for carpet and I had all figured out how much laminate I would need (I was doing that myself). Then a friend talked me out of new carpet, convincing me that the existing carpet just wasn’t that bad. But IT WAS, still is!!I’m rarely influenced that way by people, so I don’t know what happened this time… Well, fast forward and I’ve regretted that decision every minute ever since. And, of course those $$ are long gone! This $500 won’t put carpet down, but it’ll sure get me started with the laminate!!!
Luisa Capecchi Fose says
GIMME THAT 500!
Love your blog. Gives me so many ideas!
And I’d spend the $500 on a new front door!
Mai-Brit at This Full Life says
GIMME THAT $500
I would use that money to redo our bathroom -new tile, new sink, new flooring, new tub, the works!
Jamie Aron says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
We need a railing on our deck! and crown molding for our almost-finished remodeled rec room.
Amanda B says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
We are at a stand still on updating our house since I lost my job. This giftcard would help us SO much!!
Emily says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I’ll finally decorate my two-year old’s room.
Jessica says
GIMME THAT $500. I want to redo our half bath . It is now used as the “man” bathroom and needless to say it is gross!