***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.
Karen says
GIMME THAT $500!
Outdoor projects!!
Amy says
“GIMME THAT $500?
Flooring in our kitchen. It is beyond repair and disgusting!
Emily Higgins says
Gimme that $500. I would buy new kitchen floors with that beauty of a giveaway. Our old, stained white linoleum floors just ain’t cutting it anymore. It’s time for a floor lift!
Aimee Gaston says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
Oh the endless possibilities!!! I don’t even know where to begin…I have a big list of things I have my eye on!
Dear Random Generator,
Pick Me! Pick Me! PICK ME!!!!
Thanks,
Aimee
Monica says
GIMME THAT $500!
I can think of way too many things to spend it on! Power tools would be nice :)
Lindsay says
GIMME THAT $500
We are in desperate need of a new grill!
Lynda Benson says
“GIMME THAT $500”
In the process of a kitchen remodel, dreaming of dining room and living room next, so this would help alot. Sick of the 70’s look, bye bye to avacado green sink and red-orange counter top.
Lindsey d. says
GIMME THAT $500
So many projects, not nearly enough space to describe them all. I’m thinking a new tankless hot water heater and new flooring for my rec room — the carpet has seen much, much, much better days.
Sara Q says
Gimme that $500!
I don’t even know where to begin . . . our master bath needs a facelift, paint for several rooms, a bit of our gutter needs to be replaced, our garage needs organizing, the list goes on and on. Yikes!
Kelsey says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!!!!! Where do I begin?!? I am in the process of remodeling and redecorating every room in our first house. Top of the list, new vessel sink and new lighting!!
Alison says
GIMME THAT $500!
We bought our house in February and now have a baby on the way…which put all our home improvement plans out the window! We are excited about our little baby, but could sure use the Lowe’s card!
Elisa says
GIMME THAT $500!
I feel so bratty just saying that ha.. That definitely would go to new wood flooring!!
Julie says
“GIMME THAT $500” =)
We had asbestos-laden popcorn ceilings removed recently. The ceilings are unfinished now and need some beautifying. We would install wood “floors” on the ceilings!
Brittany says
GIMME THAT $500
We would use it to paint the wood paneling and fireplace in our downstairs family room- it needs a desperate update from the 70s! :)
Stacey says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!
We are ready to update our master bathroom and need new faucets and lighting.
sarah jonsgaard says
GIMME THAT $500
We are having a baby and could use the money for a sweet nursery.
Cari says
GIMME THAT $500!
We would love to do some lighting upgrades and painting in our home!
luke says
GIMME THAT $500
gettin married soon… this would be great for our new digs!
Beth says
“GIMME THAT $500?
hmm…so many projects big and small are happening in our house. I don’t even know where to begin with what could be done with the prize!
Colleen says
GIMME THAT $500… hmmm, maybe new flooring in the kitchen or new power tools.
Gaby says
GIMME THAT $500!
I’d put it towards our deck project that’s slated for next summer!
Judith says
GIMME THAT $500
Emily says
GIMME THAT $500
Congratulations on your blog-aniversary!
We are expecting our first child in April so I would spend the money on the baby room renovations.
Tyler says
Gimme that $500!
We’re in need of a new patio!
Y Van says
Gimme that $500
we would like to update our backyard with the 500
crystal l. says
Gimme that $500!!!! I want to redo my bathroom. Need a new cabinet, sink and paint!!!! Woooo! *crosses fingers*
Janae says
GIMME THAT $500
Though I’d love to spend it on something more fun, our dishwasher is having major problems and our one-year warranty just ran out. Sigh.
lauren says
“GIMME THAT $500?
probably new flooring for our kitchen and laundry room. both have tears in the vinyl.
Jeff says
Gimme that $500! I’d do anything for a new dishwasher.
Cara says
GIMME THAT $500!!
Since I am a renter, I would totally donate the gift card to my mom to help with her outdoor renovations.
Eileen says
GIMME THAT $500! Would use it towards the master bathroom that really needs some help!
Catherine A. says
“GIMME THAT $500! Because fall is the best time for planting, and because our front yard is a disaster zone (we’ve been good with the back) its flower beds, ground covers, trees, and shrubs.
Amanda B. says
GIMME THAT $500!
Our bedroom renovation…tearing down walls, adding a bathroom, paint, fixtures, flooring…that would sure be a great way to get going on this long-awaited project. A most-awful bedroom is not the best place to lounge on Sundays as newlyweds…well, lounge until we get started on our other house projects, haha.
anna says
gimme that $500!!!
(thanks for the awesome giveaway!)
we moved to a new house in a new development, that has NO lawn, landscaping, trees, etc. we have dirt and weeds for a front and back yard right now. so we would be using that money for trees, grass, plants, anything for the outside!
Mollie says
GIMME THAT $500?
I’d love to redo a very dated fireplace..
Melisa says
Gimmie That $500
New Carpet!!!!!
Ally says
GIMME THAT $500
My patio needs to be re-vamped now that the 100+ in Texas is gone!
Jen says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
Lots of little things- paint, a throw rug for the guest room, some tools for my hubs.
EAS says
“GIMME THAT $500
A kitchen update would be awesome!
Carolyn Hodgson says
Gimme that $500…..so many things I could do with it. IT boggles my mind.
sue says
GIMME THAT $500
Our office/craft room! :)
lorchick says
GIMME THAT $500
Oh, maaaaan. I am excited at the prospect of winning this. I probably won’t but my goodness, if I do I’m finally going to do the flooring in my kitchen/livingroom/hallway. We’ve got this very fashion-forward patchwork thing going on right now where we took out a wall and patched in the lino, and the whole big room is half lino half carpet. FABULOUS, right? um, the layered look? I would just scream if I could just replace it all ASAP.
Emily says
Gimme that $500
Paint!
Kaci says
Gimme that $500
Happy blogiversary guys!! If I won the awesome Lowes gift card I would get a new stainless hood and some new flooring for my kitchen (the only project left in my house!)
Elizabeth Schappert says
Gimme that $500…please!
I think I would spend it on fencing, so we could let the dogs out in the back yard!
Thank you for the opportunity to win this!
Martha says
Im digging the lawn mower idea!
Chelsea says
I can’t believe you already have 36 pages of comments!? That’s insane!
But GIMME THAT $500!!!!
We’re ready to go on TONS of home improvement projects – new fencing sections, turning a full bath into 1 3/4 baths, etc.
Also, let’s not forget the pretty textiles Lowe’s has…a new patio set? yes, please.
Andrea V. says
“GIMME THAT $500?”
My bathroom is in serious need of new flooring and perhaps a new/updated vanity. Of course, this is only one project on a list as extensive as your was in the beginning of it all! Your home is beautiful, so inspiring!
Mel says
GIMME THAT $500!
I’d use it to replace the awful, horrible, yucky, broken, sad, demented, what the heck were the previous owners thinking, ceramic tile floor in the kitchen, with something gorgeous.
Lowe’s has recently come to Canada, so this is great!
I don’t have any U.S. friends, unless virtual friends count? lol
Mary Beth says
GIMME THAT $500!
We have our eye on some energy-efficient washers/dryers–this would be a huge help! :)