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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.
Michelle says
Gimme that $500!
I would get some outdoor furniture and give the rest to my parents to update some part of the house :)
Danielle says
Gimme that $500!
Paint
Lawn mower
curtains!
Todd says
Give that $500! We need to update our kitchen – some countertops would be grrrrrrrrrrrrrreat!
Heather Taylor says
GIMME THAT $500
We just moved from a condo into our first home (with a large yard) and desperately need a lawnmower! Its one of the many “extras” that come with homeownership that we did not consider and definitely do not have the money for!
Laura W. says
Gimme that $500! Our house is a serious fixer-upper so I’d probably start with lots of fresh paint and see where I go from there!
Jean Flanagan says
GIMME THAT $500 – Please!
I would put it toward a new kitchen floor. Goodbye old dingy vinyl!
Paul says
GIMME THAT $500
The wife deserves some new color on the walls.
Chrissy says
GIMME THAT $500!
I’d donate my beast of an entertainment unit and design a built-in one with a desk that my husband and I can build together.
Yvonne Tran says
Gimme that $500
paint, paint, paint!!!! :D
Ashley says
“GIMME THAT $500″
Paint, rug, blinds, new shower fixtures………the list could go on and on!!
Jenni says
GIMME THAT $500 Please? :)
We don’t own a house yet, so if I won the $500 Lowe’s gift card I would definitely give it to my dad for his birthday coming up on the 27th. My parents have been working on fixing up their house a little bit lately, and I would love to help them out!
Stephanie says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
I would use it on tools. Drills, saws, etc, so I can create furniture and other artwork in the future! Or gardening supplies…
I would also love to donate a compost bin to the local Ronald McDonald house, so at least a portion would go there!
Jenn Mc says
GIMME THAT $500
lee huynh says
Gimme that $500
bedroom makeover
Amy says
Please GIMME THAT $500!!!!
I have a small bathroom to redo. With the Lowe’s card and some build it again finds, I might be able to do the whole thing for under $1K.
Rose T says
GIMME THAT $500
As brand new home owners, my husband and I would probably either spend it on a lot of little projects — or we may bite the bullet and use it to start a kitchen update.
Cate L. says
Gimme that $500!
I would love some plantation shutters for my kitchen, or maybe some of those snazzy stainless shelves for my storage room.
Allison Harris says
GIMME THAT $500!
We’re in the process of home shopping (trying to find something before the Nov 30 tax credit deadline!) and I’m sure the $500 will make the move-in transition easier on our freshly emptied pockets! Paint, shelves and hardware don’t pay for themselves :)
Thanks for yet another awesome giveaway!
Amy @ Renovation Innovation says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
With winter on the way soon, we need to do something about our old garage doors. We bought new garage door openers when we moved into our house a few months ago, but we still need to replace the actual doors – the existing ones are badly dinged up from the previous owners So, that chunk of change could help!
Amanda says
GIMME THAT $500 (PLEASE!)
I would love to have that for creating our first child’s nursery… I have been gathering ideas for months now & can’t wait to get started!
Jet says
Gimme that $500
a backyard makeover and also new appliances
Sara says
GIMME THAT $500 – update bedroom (paint, flooring, fixtures), clean up the kitchen (paint, backsplash, cabinets?) – as much as $500 will take me to update apt, I will use!
Adrienne Wright says
“Gimme that $500!”
I would love to have $500 dollars right now to use on a stone patio for the backyard! I have already priced out what it would cost using old, salvaged used stone combined with new stone. We even have some design ideas. That $500 dollars would really help out………
Amy says
Gimme that $500… for a new dishwasher. Our 10-year-old Whirlpool gets a workout twice a day and has just about had it!
Jamie says
Gimme that $500! Hmmm….so many projects to pay for. I think $500 would be best spent on finishing up our front porch railing and posts!
Rebekah M says
GIMME THAT $500!
Newly married with an OLD house- so much to change. Cabinets, carpet, porch furniture? You name it, we could use it!
Lauren Montavon says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!!! I have a master bath that would make a lovely before and afrer for your blog
Jennifer D'Arrigo says
“GIMME THAT $500?
We purchased our first home June 2009 (a major fixer upper), completely gutted it are working hard and DIY the whole project and are anxiously awating the day we can move in and enjoy all our hardwork…$500 to Lowe’s would definitly help us complete one of the many rooms :)
Your blog has been a create motivation in many of our DIY projects…Happy Blogiversary!
Brenner says
Gimme that $500!
I would paint all of my cabinets and get a new dishwasher!
Jessica says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!!!!!!!!
I’d give it to my parents… they have so many home improvement projects going on right now it would be a pleasant surprise!
Susan says
GIMME THAT $500!
We are updating our master bath and would use the $500 for new lights, a new floor and accessories!
Jennifer Rutherford says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
I think I would probably pass out if I actually one, but after I came back around I would head on over to Lowe’s for some new flooring for our 3 bedrooms. We’ve been saving for months and that $500 would give us what we need to do it!
Fingers crossed!!!
ethan@OneProjectCloser says
GIMME THAT $500
I’d prolly buy some more tools. I love tools… Thanks for the contest and happy blogiversary!
Leah says
GIMME THAT $500, please! This would go toward more plants for my backyard garden (which is currently only 1/3 done) and supplies for the pergola my husband is planning to build!
Jennifer C. says
GIMME THAT $500!
An over the range microwave…ours has been sitting on a chair in our kitchen for 4 years!
Jennifer says
GIMME THAT $500 PLEASE
I’d create the dream garden I’ve always wanted!
Kate says
GIMME THAT $500
We just bought the ugliest house ever. $500 could really help pretty it up.
Megan Hinterman says
Gimme that $500!
Hello Appliances Dept :)
Jenne says
GIMME THAT $500
So I can get a start on rebuilding my front porch :)
Emily says
Gimme that $500.
We live in the South so we’ve been waiting for the weather to cool off to start doing some planting in the backyard to fancy up the fence we just installed. $500 would buy some serious shrubbery!
Cassandra Louise says
“GIMME THAT $500” BABY!!
Allyson Bracken says
Gimme that $500! Carpet and paint!
rebann says
GIMME THAT $500
That $500 would help me finish my craft room (still need shelving/storage) and get me started my bathroom re-do!
Lindsey says
GIMME THAT $500
Just moved into a new house (four weeks ago) and I need a refrigerator! The little dorm size one I have ain’t cutting it. If I didn’t use it for a fridge, then I have a plan to turn the crazy sideyard into a gorgeous courtyard and $500 could go a long way toward new pavers, patio furniture and whatnot. Too bad it also can’t do all the backbreaking work to rip out the crazy concrete and till up the weeds that currently reside in the space instead of grass.
Liz says
GIMME THAT $500
My husband and I are re-doing our “linoleum room” (3rd bedroom) and master bathroom…this would be awesome b/c there is so much to do!
Gina says
gimme that $500
We are wanting to redo our guest bathroom. We did our master bathroom a couple of years ago and my husband and I had so much fun working together on it. We are also expecting a first kiddo in April and so we would love to tackle it prior to their arrival, as though there is nothing else to so in waiting for your first child=)
Happy Blogversary!
We look forward to many more years of the young house love blog!
Kimberly says
Gimme that $500!!! I would use it for redoing our 70’s bathroom :)
Rossana says
Gimme that $500!
We are renovating our house and could use the extra money for the half bathroom that will be staying the same due to low cash funds.
Michelle says
GIMME THAT $500!!! We are looking to add crown molding to our main rooms and I would love to have an air compressor and nail gun to make this job a lot easier. Plus, who doesn’t love power tools :)
Stephanie says
GIMME THAT $500. I have to start a remodel! Please!!