***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.
Erica says
Please, please, please gimme that $500!!!
I would love to replace the countertops in our kitchen! That would definitely put a dent in the cost!
Jennie says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I would LOVE to be able to apply this to either a new vanity for the master bath, or towards some new unfinished cabinets in our kitchen (we currently have original 1960s laminate that we attempted to paint a-la-Trading Spaces and it didn’t go well) :-) Thanks for the chance!
Kevin Bower says
GIMME THAT $500
We would use it on a new half bath to full bath remodel that we are planning as I type!
Silas says
Gimme that $500! I see a some new backyard playground equipment in my future if I win that!
Myriam says
“GIMME THAT $500?
I would buy:
Paint for the kitchen & new faucet.
Paint for the bathroom and new tile.
Can’t wait!
jenifriend says
GIMME THAT $500!! I would love to hand this over to my husband to be so he can put together all the lighting fixtures for our basement that’s being turned into an entertainment space…he’d be so thrilled!!
Natalie says
GIMME THAT $500
Jenny at LGN says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!
Best. Giveaway. Ever!
Haley says
GIMME THAT $500. PLEEEZE
Lorenna says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!
I have been daydreaming about replacing my shower for over a year now!
Nancy says
GIMME THAT $500
How generous! I would put the money towards re-decorating our beach house, which my daughters have been asking for us to do for a long time.
LMS52 says
GIVE ME THAT $500!!!
Kimberly says
Gimme that $500, my hubby and I could sure use that money for our little girl’s nursery that is arriving after Christmas! It would really be a blessing to us!! =)
Aaron says
Oops. GIMME THAT $500!
Lindsay says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
Please. :)
Tara L. says
Gimme that $500 please?!?! New bathroom re-do
Kait says
Gimme that $500!
We just put in an offer on a SERIOUS fixer-upper, we need new EVERYTHING!
Joe says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!! My lady is going to put me to work if we win it…. but we could definitely add some curb appeal to our home with the extra cash.
Kathy says
GIMME THAT $500 So dreaming about a new bathroom vanity!
Emmy A says
Gimme that $500! I’m dying to redo our living room floors. This would give me the boost to start (and finish) the project!
Mandy says
Oh goodness! Gimme that $500!!
I would totally spend it on an awesome new Christmas tree. Mine that I loved with a passion was left behind when we moved a year ago- on accident- I cried during decorating time last Christmas, I missed the tree so much.
Then after that, I’d hit up the power tools- sander here I come!
Kim A. says
Gimme That $500!!! Please!
Paint, paint and more paint. And a new kitchen trash can.
Erica says
GIMME THAT $500
Please, please! I have a seriously scary bathroom with this contest written all over it.
Olga says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
This would be perfect to finally remodel our main/hallway bathroom.. and it needs work. There is old wallpaper on the walls…tile on the floor that needs regrouting. Old stained faucets.. and so much more. O how I want this!
Amanda White says
“oh, GIMME that $500 pretty please!!” I would use it to totally redo our little, dinky “backyard” (more like a cement pad and grass that won’t grow!) I’m thinking some nice stepping stones, lovely bushes and trees, maybe a bird bath?? :)
Erin dietrich says
GIMME that $500! Oh, Please!
We just moved into our home about a month ago – since then we’ve torn out bushes, landscaped, replaced some doors, painted, torn up our kitchen floor (but not yet replaced it!) and this weekend I built a super cool headboard for our guest bedroom!
With $500 from our fav home improvement store (Lowe’s) I would definitely get the tile saw ready and re-tile my kitchen floor – cuz right now its down to the icky backerboard!
Love “zee blog” – and can’t wait to try the horizontal painted stripes on my guest bedroom!
Rebecca says
GimME that $500! We are redoing the whole house. Top projects on the list: backsplash for the kitchen, wainscotting and paint for the dining room, chair rail for hubby’s office, a new deck and patio, new patio furniture, … Do you really want me to continue? I have more!
Katie says
Gimme that $500!! My boyfriend and I just bought a house {we’re moving in a week from today!!!} We have tons of things we need for our very first house!
Jenifer says
GIMME THAT $500!!! Please!!!
I just bought a cute little ranch house in KY, but it is in need of a complete remodel so I could put that Lowe’s card to great use!
Jill Johnson says
Gimme that $500!
I love your site my friend told me about it! You guys do great work. I am working on my kitchen right now and it is all torn apart, I would LOVE to buy a new sink, some new fixtures,& a faucet and my lawn mower is on the outs right now too!! Again AWESOME site keep up the great work!
Jessica says
GIMME THAT $500!!! Please and thanks!!!
Shall I be the lucky winner of this glorious prize I will be putting all 500 clams directly towards the redo of our guest bath.
Lauren says
GIMME THAT $500
Honestly, I would probably buy a Dyson vacuum cleaner, but a new refrigerator would be a close second!
Cindy says
GIMME THAT $500! :)
I would use it to spruce up my apartment. New curtains, throw rugs, etc. I would also buy holiday gifts. Yay!
Ashley says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
I think we’d put it towards… the begining of a new stackable washer and dryer I’ve been dreaming about for years… or maybe a serious garage renovation, we’re talking dry wall, shelving, that crazy epoxy stuff for the floor… or maybe some new lighting for our spare bedroom… oh man… the possibilities are endless!!
Terry G says
“GIMME THAT $500”
New washer.
Emily says
Gimmie that $500! a new lawn mower as well as outdoor accessories sounds like a great idea!
August Rhodes says
“GIMME THAT $500?
I would love to redo all the closets in the house with better storage options. So much space being underutilized.
you both are awsome.
Katie S. says
GIMME THAT $500!!
Atlanta is flooding and I need to clean up my backyard from the rain.
Paint for the master bedroom.
Light fixtures for the bathrooms.
Megan says
Gimme that $500! Please!
Up on my list are new kitchen appliances! It won’t cover them all, but what a dent in the bill $500 would make!
We are counting down the days until our dishwasher dies and the ice/water in the door from our 1995 fridge comes out with black stuff in it. Gross! PS–if you know of a trick to clean out the lines in a through the door refrigerator ice/water dispenser can you post about it?
Bill says
GIMME THAT $500. For some yard stuff–like nice grass, plants, and lawnmower.
Hobie says
GIMME THAT $500
I don’t care much about decorating, BUT my 4 daughters do, so I would tell them they can have free reign. Only after I buy some new grill tools of course :)
christopher basile` says
GIMME THAT 500!
We would love to get new outdoor furniture ( no more hand me downs)! Thank you!
Aimee says
GIMME that $500! I would love, love, love some new lighting around my patio.
Addie says
Gimme that 500$. I would definitely purchase a new vanity and new floor tile for our tired bathroom.
Heather says
GIMME THAT $500
I would finish out my basement: wall mud, paint, laminate flooring, window trim . . . and a dehumidifier :)
Alex says
GIMME THAT $500
Paint, grout, tile, and whatever else I can grab onto to make the little adjustments that are o so needed around the house!
Britten says
“GIMME THAT $500? I am getting ready to redo our living room. $500 would make a big dent in the cost of new lighting, fireplace makeover and trim.
Kristen says
GIMME THAT $500!!
For our upcoming bathroom facelift!!
Monica says
GIMME THAT $500
PLEASE!!! The hideous eggplant carpet MUST go. Despite my best cleaning efforts, it still smells like smoke from a previous tenant – ick! – and is just too ugly for words. I so need some soft grey eco-friendly shag carpet to turn out master bedroom into the serene love-nest of my mind!
Amanda P. says
GIMME THAT $500!
Master bathroom is in desperate need of a makeover.