***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.
Ruth Ellen says
Gimme that $500
I so need to redo the downstairs bathroom… it’s the only room left not re-done…need new flooring, new tub surround, and a new window…new mirror, new sink, I hate our side mounted faucet on our wall mounted sink…
Mallory says
GIMME THAT $500! We just bought a craftsman bungalow built in 1902….
Angie says
Gimme that $500!!!
I would buy a lawn mower and paint for our little house. Oh, I need this bad. Thanks!
Elena says
GIMME THAT $500
Kitchen appliances for sure!
Happy blogiversary!
Anne says
GIMME THAT $500
We’ve just started to plan our laundry room remodel, this would certainly hurry that along!!
Emily says
$500 to Lowes, yes please!
I would use it to paint and cozy up my condo!
Dale Martz says
GIMME THAT $500
Christine says
GIMME THAT $500! I could give our kitchen a facelift (paint the cabinets, add new hardware, and update the countertops).
Jen says
GIMME THAT $500
I think I would buy more paint, and maybe some more detail/finish items, like light fixtures, shelves in the bathroom/etc. The finishing touches …
Amee says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would spend it on anything in the new house my husband and I just bought, our first! Chances are likely it will buy us window coverings and paint.
Carla says
Gimme that $500!!
Because we mow all year long in AZ, we do have a decent lawn mower. However, we’d love ceiling storage in our garage and some new light fixtures for inside the house would be fantastic.
Kathleen says
GIMME THAT $500
I’d use it on a new gas grill! We don’t have a grill and I am dying for some homemade burgers!
Laura says
GIMME THAT $500. What a sweet prize! I would probably put it towards a new kitchen sink and counter tops. I am in dire need and 500 would definitely help!
Nicole says
GIMME THAT $500! My husband and I are renovating our house for our new baby’s arrival and the possibilites are endless. Just off the top of my head I am thinking we would put the money towards new carpet or new lighting fixtures for the baby’s room and our room. Just love reading your posts.
Good luck to everyone!
Courtney J. Smith says
Gimme that $500!!! Please…I need a new fridge, or new carpet, or…you get the idea. I’d be SO grateful!
Tammy T says
Gimme that $500!!!
I would buy paint for my kids bedrooms, then misc supplies for finishing our basement…
Lisa says
GIMME THAT $500!!
A new fridge!
Hil says
GIMME THAT $500! I think I’d spend most of it in the garden center… :)
Denise says
Pretty please GIMME THAT $500!
There are so many things we could do, but I think we might paint our upstairs and/or retile our downstairs bathroom or maybe do some closet overhauls. I could go on and on!
AmberLee J. says
GIMME THAT $500
Towards a much needed washer and dryer-
Tiff J says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
There’s so much I want for the house! I could put it towards appliances, molding, maybe we could start updating the baths.
Lana says
“GIMME THAT $500?
We just bought our 1st home, and it is ammazing the things that need to be fixed that our crappy home inspector failed to notice.
We could use the $500 for .. windows..fix the ac.. how about the heat pump… oh the list!
April E. says
GIMME THAT $500
…we would LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to finish the backyard upgrade project!!! We love spending Fall in the outdoors with our firepit, but the rest of the yard is so BLAH…this would be GREAT!!!
HAPPY BLOGIVERSARY!!!
Erika says
GIMME THAT $500! New counter tops in the kitchen and/or bathroom!!!
Jessica says
Gimme that $500!!! We would use this awesome gift to organize our garage. With winter coming soon we need to find a spot for our summer tools!
gail says
Gimme that $500. We’d like to upgrade our countertops to granite and that would help!
rachel says
GIMME THAT $500!
my walls could seriously use some fresh paint, so that would be at the top of my list, and i want to install some shelves to hold my ever-growing book and DVD collections. finally, i’m dying for a hardwood floor to replace the carpet (ugh) in the living room.
Christine says
Gimme that $500! As a new homeowner (first house), I could think of a 500 things to do! Likely repainting the pink and yellow and purple and yellow (think easter eggs) rooms that the previous owners left us would be first on the list! And happy blogiversary!!!
sherri says
“GIMEE THAT $500” i’d probably use it towards a bathroom vanity. THANKS!
Donna says
GIMME THAT $500. Pretty please? I don’t think I could narrow it down to just one project, but it would be awesome to do some fall yard projects.
Congratulations on your blogiversary-yours was the first blog I ever read and now I’m hooked and spending an unhealthy amount of time perusing decorating and home improvement sites daily! I have been spoiled by reading your blog first because now my standards are pretty high before I put anything under favorites.
Kristina says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
I would sooooo put it towards building a new deck! I’ve been wanting to upgrade/expand our’s (nix that, I mean totally demolish it and redo) forever. Next summer I wanna sit on the deck!
amy says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anne says
GIMME THAT $500
Long time reader of your blog. I moved from Charlottesville to Durham, NC a year ago and really miss Virginia.
I would use the 500 for blinds/drapery hardware for my bare windows.
Thanks for the daily inspiration.
Marci says
Gimme that $500. We are currently redoing our porch so that would go to good use.
Cheryl Smith says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
In March of this year, we purchased an adorable arts and crafts/four square home built in 1930, a longtime dream come true for me. The previous owners mucked it up like crazy, with awful faux finishes on the walls, painted over the original wood trim, put up hideous wall paper and window treatments, and the list goes on. We have a long road ahead of us to get the house to where we want it to be, but we’re loving every minute. I keep thinking I should send in my before & after pics, but haven’t gotten around to it yet. Maybe when our new furniture is in. ;)
But GIMME THAT $500! We could do so much with it!
Marie says
GIMME THAT $500! We;re in desperate need of a new fancy washer :)
Martha Hanson says
Gimme that $500!!!!
hmmmmm….the possibilities are endless!!
Donna says
Gimme that $500.00! It would go towards our work in progress to update our 1990’s house from brass to NOT BRASS!
Matthew says
Gimme that 500! First time homeowner…. I have empty rooms, an empty patio in the back and our neighbors are tired of looking into our house that does not have a single window covering (except the lone mini blinds in the bathroom!)
Kristin says
GIMME THAT $500! Ever since before buying our house, I have dreamed of having a cozy built-in banquet for my dining area. We don’t have a kitchen table, so our dining space is kind of all purpose. We use it to eat, play games, study and craft, among other things. I want the space to be functional and comfortable at the same time, probably with built-in storage and soft, but stain resistant upholstery. Did I mention that this project will also free up some space in our living/dining area? It’s a win/win project!
Amanda says
GIMME THAT $500!
My parents are in the process of sprucing up their kitchen and I’d love to help them out with that.
Veronica says
GIMME THAT $500! We’ve GUTTED our bathroom and need some financial help finishing it up!
Maggie says
Gimme that $500! I would give it to my sister to help with their new roof!!
Brittany says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would use the money to buy an air purifier a la the one in the post. We have two pets, so the air can get yucky in the winter.
Katie C. says
GIMME THAT $500!!
Since we just purchased a house this money could go to a lot of projects. But the weather is getting colder and I think a snowblower is in need! Happy Blogaversary!
tom says
GIMME THAT $500
I will install crown molding and quarter round all around the house (with a finish nailer purchased with the GC)
Stephanie says
Gimme that $500! please please please please! painting, updates for fixtures, landscape, the list is looong!
Trisha says
GIMME THAT $500!!! I would love to have a head start on our bathroom re-do that we’re dreaming about! Oh how I would love that….. :) Please!
Christine says
Gimme that 500!! New bathroom, new paint, where to even begin?!!! Happy blogiversary!!!!!
Laura says
Gimme that $500!