***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.
Tina says
GIMME THAT $500 …. so we can replacing our critically ill BBQ :)
Beth says
Gimme that $500! I would love to get some bamboo blinds.
stacey says
GIMME THAT $500! we just moved to a new apartment, and now we have a balcony!! so i’d spend it on a BBQ and some patio furniture so we can enjoy the end of our summer and a warm los angeles winter. :)
Hollie says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I need this! I am working on remodeling my basement now has blue shag carpet and wood paneled walls. It’s horrible!!
Amber says
oooh GIMME THAT 500!
Definitely a new mantle for our fireplace!
Elizabeth says
GIMME THAT $500! Jeez. I know you told me to say it, but I still feel so rude and inappropriate. What to do with the $500? New gutters? Wood to built a tool shed? A dozen trees for our yard? A range hood that actually vents outside? Our list of home improvement ideas knows no bounds.
Ryan says
Gimmie that $500! I would make over our back yard as a surprise for my beautiful wife.
Jessica says
$500! Woohoo! I could finally buy an exhaust fan for my range!
Katie K says
GIMME THAT $500 !!!!
We would LOVE to get a grill and things for a backyard remodel!!! =)
Alex S. says
GIMME THAT $500
Stacey says
GIMME THAT $500…please. I need a new washer!
Leslie Martin says
GIMME THAT $500
1. New blinds for all of my windows
2. Paint for the walls
3. Drywall, and everything associated with dry wall to fix
the ceiling after one of our skylights leaked
4. Lumber to finish the fence
5. Slate for the porch
Etc, ….
Alyssa says
GIMME THAT $500
A new water heater!!!!
Kim says
Gimme that $500!
We had plans to do a makeover in our living room… Tear out an old 70’s lava rock fireplace hearth, re-texture and paint, etc. We are sorely in need of a spruce up! Anyhow, my husband just got a lay-off notice, and I am bummed we can’t proceed with our plans. I will keep my fingers crossed.
Lisa says
Gimme that $500! I would totally save it for when we move into our new house. Whoopee!
City Chic - Jamie says
GIMME THAT $500!
Wow what an awesome giveaway! I would replace our basement carpet with that new vinyl flooring that looks like wood and is supposed to be easy to install. Having pets and carpet does not mix well and this is the last living space that has carpet that needs to go!
Olga B. says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
Greg says
Gimme the $500 – I would spend this money on some new tools. My wife and I are buying a house, and I can’t wait to start doing projects.
ellen says
GIMME THAT $500!
Converting our office into a nursery! Great timing ;o)
christopher basile says
GIMME THAT $500!
We would love to get new outdoor furniture! Thank you!
( I forgot the dollar sign in previous post;)
Michele McMahan says
Gimme that $500 – please.
We are currently remodeling the kitchen.
Our water heater broke last week….uggh
Our lawn mower died this weekend.
On the project list: closet organizers for master bedroom; reorganizing garage; new gates on the fence; refinishing hardwood floors; replace carpet in family room….the list goes on and on…
Happy Blogversary
Candice Matthews says
GIMME THAT 500!!!
Cause I just got engaged last Saterday, and its time to make a new nest!
Susanne says
Gimme that $500! I’d rock a new light fixture in our dining room, then invite friends over for sushi.
Andi says
GIMME THAT 500!
We need new carpeting desperately in our guest room. That would be the practical use for the Lowes gift card. What I would like to spend it on is a nifty new dryer that does my laundry quicker.
Lynsey says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
Basement reno as soon as we get back from getting hitched!
Ashley says
Gimme that $500!!!
We’re getting wooden blinds for all the windows in the house…who knew it could be so expensive?!?
Kate M says
“Gimme that $500!”
We just bought our first house in June of this year, and we have countless projects on our to-do list. We’d probably put the money towards renovating our master bathroom!
Jonathan says
GIMME THAT $500!
We are building a walk in closet and that $500 would be very helpful for that and other around the house projects!
marissa says
“GIMME THAT $500? please :)
We need tools and paint! As we’re just starting out, we have very few tools. First on the list would be a sander, some sandpaper, and some paint and stain to refinish all of our old furniture. Then maybe some new plants to spruce up the patio! And I’m sure my husband has a long list of tools he would be hoping for. :)
Shawna G says
GIMME THAT $500
new closet organization
firepit for the fall
Cara Beth Buie says
Gimme that 500 buckaroos!
My husband and I desperately need a new mower!
Diana says
GIMME THAT $500! My husband and I just bought our first house a couple of months ago and are still living in limbo while we spruce up the place (our bedroom’s in the front room and everything else we own is in the garage). Some extra home improvement money would sure help the process along! I think next on the list is some storage/organization solutions for the garage, or closet, or basement, or… =)
Sunnymama says
Gimmie that $500!
We started to finish our basement for because we have four children and one on the way through international adoption and we need to finish it so we have room for all our wonderful children and money is all going towards our adoption!
Courtney says
Gimme that $500!
We have a new baby coming in February, so my husband and I will need to turn the office into our Master bedroom. It has old wood paneling and vertical blinds…we’re going to need all the help we can get! Yeah! And happy blogiversary!
Jason says
GIMME THAT $500
A yard makeover!!!!
tessa says
GIMME THAT $500
painting makeover?
endless possibilities
Jennifer H. says
GIMME THAT $500 so we can finish the nursery for our first baby due in January!
shannon says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
Bathroom makeover, new lighting throughout the house or stuff for patio reno!
Debby says
GIMME THAT $500
Seriously?! That’s an incredible giveaway!!
I’m pretty sure I could find projects for that.
I’d start with the stuff to build a display case for my hubby’s army uniform
Paint for nearly the entire house! It’s so bad!!
We’re looking to refinish/replace the hardwood floors in our house
Flooring for the kitchen and bathroom (once again…really bad!!)
Materials to build a headboard for the master bedroom
Pretty sure $500 wouldn’t cover it, but who’d complain about free $500?!?!
Megan says
GIMME THAT $500!!! Please!! Nail Gun- to continue to build furniture with my husband
Michelle says
GIMME THAT $500 as I need it for a new deck! Just tore down a crumbling brick patio wall and now need a nice little deck and $500 would do quite nicely, thank you very much!
Nicole S. says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would definitely buy new paint and a lawnmower with a bag attachment. If there was anything left over, I’d stock up on some new hardware for the kitchen cabinets.
Shriya says
GIMME THAT $500
I’d get loads of paint and some appliances..and also some things to decoarate my baby niece’s room..
And hearty congratulations on our 2 year blog anniversary..
Gilmara Fernandes says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
What would I do with the money? Give as gift to my friend Maria Emilia as a gift since she just bought a new house to receive her first baby Thomaz :)
In her honours I would like to see a baby makeover;)
Brenda says
GIMME THAT $500!
Oooo, best prize ever! I would redo things in my kitchen, new floor, update light switch plates, etc.
Eri says
GIMME THAT $500
Would love to use to to add some paint to these blank walls and upgrade some fixtures!!
Bri says
Give me that $500!!! I would put it towards a new energy efficient washer!!!
Kim says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I’d get a new rug for my living room and some new curtains to go along with it!
Robin says
GIMME THAT $500.00!
My refrigerator leaks all over the floor every day and it’s not in the budget to replace it. If I have to clean up one more wet mess I may just pull my hair out. This could contribute nicely to the fund and make my new appliance dreams come true.
Natalie says
GIMME THAT $500
A fence, plants, and a new BBQ!!