***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.
Leslie W. says
GIMME THAT $500!! we are going to be starting to finish our basement, so there will be many trips to Lowe’s.
Michelle says
Gimme that $500.
Oh, that would come in handy for so many things. Where to start? I’d love to replace the ratty carpet(!) in the kitchen with some lovely and economical commercial tiles.
Justin says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
New carpet!
Jessica Verma says
Gimme that 500! We just bought a fixer-upper house so there’s about a million places I could use it :)
Bethany says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
PLEASE!!!
I have so many projects…but one of them is definitely fixing up multiple rooms after removing our radiators. We are having Central heating and air put in our house on Saturday and after removing all the radiators this past weekend, we realized we have some plaster, painting, molding, etc that needs repairing! Please help us out!!!
Tiffany B says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I need new trim.
Keith says
GIMME THAT $500!
My wife and I are remodeling two houses (yes, TWO, at the same time, because apparently we have a strong masochistic streak) and need lots and lots of stuff. I’m thinking that if I won it would go toward flooring, as we’re replacing the carpet in both places with wood and that stuff ain’t cheap!
Kelley says
GIMME THAT $500
We would remodel our kitchen a bit. Thinking about adding an island. :)
Tage says
GIMME THAT 500!
Paint my exterior house and put some attic fans in. Its too hot!!
Anne Marie says
GIMME THAT $500
Hopefully it will stop my sweet husband from getting that pained look on his face when I announce – yet again – that we need to run to the hardware store. We would love to put that $500 toward updating our fugly outdated master bath – including ditching the faux step-up marble tub. Seriously, who thought those things up? You’d be helping us fix a safety hazard!
Anna M says
GIMME THAT $500
Congratulations on 2 TWO II Years!!!
As lame as it sounds, I’m in desperate need of some paint- out kitchen is splotched 3 different colors thanks to the last tenant….
Kel says
GIMME THAT $500! I’d love to put this towards a new kitchen floor. If you saw mine, you’d understand….
Lisa says
Gimme that $500!
We recently moved in to our house – so there’s so much potential for spending those $$!
sarah says
GIMME THAT $500
hmmmm, paint, crown moldings, new hardware for the kitchen cabinets, a power drill that actually drills holes………
Amy S says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!
Just bought a new house and need to refinish kitchen cabinets!
Kari says
GIMME THAT $500 Since we are a renting military family, some hardy outdoor living pieces would be nice for us :-)
McCaulie says
GIMME THAT $500!!
Wozers what I could do with 500 big ones!! Hmm . . . I guess I would tacke our yard and by some wonerful plants and landscaping trinkets
Amanda F says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
We need a lawn mower (currently borrowing the hubby’s parent’s mower and have to go get it every time we use it…), same with a power drill, and we need a fence so we can get a dog!!!
::Crosses fingers::
Jody Carney says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I would use it for paint for our our new home!!!!
Katie S. says
gimme that $500!
hmmm…this could be fun!
Megan says
GIMME THAT $500!
I’d use it to redo the bedroom I am moving into (which is currently florescent LIME GREEN) as well as the bathroom that is the color of moldy pea soup.
Fingers crossed!
Kelly says
GIMME THAT $500
Our yard needs a fence gate and some lower planks so our Chihuahua (Juan Pablo) may run free as a bird
Erin says
GIMME THAT $500!
My new rental doesn’t have ceiling fans! I desperatly need some!
Lauren Piotti says
GIMME THAT $500!!! My 1970s harvest gold stove needs replacing. Badly.
Kristy says
GIMME THAT $500
No question- Redoing the landscaping in our backyard to make it a usable space.
Stephanie says
GIMME THAT $500!
Here comes some new paint!
Amber says
GIMME THAT $500!!
This is such a great prize!! My husband and I are changing our 1 car garage into a den and we want to put a bay window in!!
You guys are the best!! Keep it up!!!
Arik says
GIMME THAT $500! We could use this for any number of things–new lawnmower, new shed, new grill, paving stones to hold up our garbage cans…
Lyndsey says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
I would use it for this: http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=143697-58821-JDC-1434JDT-14&lpage=none
As well as some additional supplies for home imporovement projects.
Wendy says
GIMME THAT $500! (Please!)
My bathroom is in need of a major redo. I’ll just give you three words to describe my problem – avocado green bathtub.
Will says
GIMME THAT $500
Fixing up our new house!
Steph says
GIMME THAT $500!
New light fixtures…
Jennifer says
GIMME THAT $500!
We would spend it on a new sink for our master bathroom. (We really need to re-do the whole room, the floor is stained with home hair dye)
or
on a new garage door.
Lauren says
GIMME THAT $500
please oh please oh please!
We would LOVE to use this money to build a little stone patio in our backyard with a fire pit before it gets cold. Mmmm roasting marsh mellows on a chilly fall day. Dream Life!
Liz T says
GIMME THAT $500
I would love to be able to re-do our one and only bathroom which is starting to show its age. My handsome fiance on the other hand would prefer we start building what he likes to call his man cave… I think I can win him over though:)
Crystal says
GIMME THAT $500
I would use the money to fix up my master and guest bathroom
Anna says
GIMME THAT $500! My fiance and I are moving into our first home together in two weeks and could use all the support we can get for all the projects it’s sure to involve!
Neddy says
new carpet!!!! after redecorating our joining living room & dining room, with cheap fixes like painting the fireplace, adding new window fixtures & polishing up (code for: spray painting) accessories, our sad carpet stands out like a sore thumb.
Travis says
GIMME THAT $500 …Please (no need to be pushy and rude!). Thank you!
We would buy a pump for our water garden waterfall, paint for the tin roof, outdoor lighting and interior paint for the bath, kitchen and laundry area. Whew! Lots of projects ahead!
My wife and I are so excited for you and your milestones! Thanks for working so hard for us!
Kt says
GIMME THAT $500!
I’m a renter (fewer options), so I think I would use most of it to surprise my parents with the lighting for their kitchen renovation!
Lorrie says
Gimme that $500!!!!
It would definitely go toward our floor refinishing project. Just ripped up carpeting through the house and all the hardwoods need refinished. Maybe with that kind of dough, I could afford to hire it done!
Kelly says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
We just added a front porch on to our house and this gift card would help complete the project with a roof!! Or we could use it to do some painting inside the house. Or repair our mother-in-law cottage that is still needing some love since Katrina!! Or…..the possibilities are endless.
Chandler says
GIMME THAT $500
oh the hundreds of plants that we could buy for the yard! We would make the backyard a lush garden if we could win this money :)
Amy S says
GIMME THAT $500
New kitchen cabinets!
Jenifer says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would put the money towards new stainless appliance so ours are no longer mismatched. We painted our ugly oak cabinets white last weekend, (with your online help) and we are dying for some new appliances!
Emily says
GIMME THAT $500!
We would use it on a new whirlpool quiet partner 2 dishwasher we have been eyeing for the past year. With the remaining amount we would probably get some new carpet for a few rooms of the house. =)
Jessica M says
GIMME THAT $500!
The options are endless! A fence for our backyard, a built-in bookshelf in the living room, or garage organization! I’d have to pick one! ;)
Christen L says
GIMME THAT $500
Wowzers! Hard to pick what we would use it on… I have lots of home improvement ideas swirling around in my head. Truthfully, though, we REALLY need a snow blower. Boring, but responsible. We just moved to Chicago in the last year and have yet to experience the deep snow of winter! Blowing sounds so much more appealing than shoveling! Geez, that didn’t sound good – but you know what I mean. ;) The rest would most likely be used towards painting, renovating the nursery. We’re adopting!!!
Mrs. Brown says
GIMME THAT $500
I would use this to get a new oven
John H says
GIMME THAT $500
I would use it to re-do my bathroom:)