***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.
brendan says
Gimme that $500! I would remodel our bathroom.
Lemon says
GIMMIE THAT $500 (pretty please with sprinkles on top)
Two big dogs do a number on the carpet – I’m dying for wood floors. It’s a small condo, so it would easily help.
Amber says
“GIMME THAT $500?
We need to paint, get new light fixtures, bath fixtures, etc. so we can move into a bigger place. Our boys share a room!
Missye says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!!
Where would I spend it? So many projects so little money…most likely we would finish up the kids’ rooms.
Happy Anniversary!
Kim @ NewlyWoodwards says
GIMME THAT $500.
I think I would have to use it on smaller things- some paint, a new rug for the kitchen and maybe snag up some plants or planters on clearance. Just because it’s a giveaway doesn’t mean you cannot be thrifty.
Rheanna says
“GIMME THAT $500? I would use the money to upgrade my yard.
Beth says
Gimme that $500! I’d use it to redo my living room, which is a sad, sad hodge podge.
Doris says
GIMME THAT $500!!! Momma needs a new home office!!!
Kelli says
GIMME THAT $500–please!:) I would use it to finish our basement!
Julie says
GIMME THAT $500
Ohhh… Lights, bathroom, kitchen, where to start! What an amazing gift!
Jenn says
GIMME THAT $500! Pretty please! We really need to replace our vinyl blinds with real wooden blinds!!!
Lindsay says
Gimme the $500!!!
I would totally buy some patio furniture and some new lighting fixtures!!
Ryan says
GIMME THAT $500
Tookshire says
GIMME THAT $500
I’d put it towards a new exterior rear door (has wood rot on the bottom) and a broken dishwasher replacement.
Brooke R. says
Gimme that $500!
My fiance and I are tying the knot and moving in together in a few months, and we’d love to do up our rental’s backyard for both us and our pups to enjoy!
Lindsay O. says
GIMME THAT $500.
I REALLY want to redo my master bath!
Lindsey says
GIMME THAT $500!
We just moved into a new house and could put it towards lots of things – but maybe some new fall landscaping. Congrats on two years!
Rachel says
GIMME THAT $500!!
Paint to cover 4 rooms, new pulls for the cabinets, and oh yes, the air purifier. Chicago is killing me slowly.
This is awesome!
Laurie says
GIMME THAT $500 Hardware – for the bathroom/kitchen, maybe some new mirrors – anything to give things a little facelift!
Jamie says
Gimme that $500!! We’ll use it to start some work on the nursery that we just found out we’ll need ready by April :)
Lindsay says
GIMME THAT $500, I want a new kitchen sink!
Kathleen Pearson says
GIMME THAT $500!
Just moved into our first house that we are falling in love with. But the master bath needs some TLC for sure!
carriegel says
GIMME THAT $500! I think if I had to choose right now I would get a new dishwasher for my kitchen. Maybe. Lowe’s has a lot of cool things.
elvira says
“GIMME THAT $500? I could use it for a much much needed bathroom redo. Please please. :-)
Jason Windsor says
GIMME THAT $500!
We’d redo our kitchen floor.
Erica says
GIMME THAT $500!!
Well, my hubby is military and we bought our house here thinking that it would be a great investment and we could maybe make some $$ when we transfer…Well, with the Real Estate market the way it is, we have been trying to do a lot of little projects by ourselves to make our house a “standout”! Our one “bigger” project that we haven’t been able to afford yet is to tile the kitchen floor. This $500 would obviously help us out ALOT with that!
Thanks!
Meredith says
GIMME THAT $500!!! We would spend it on materials for a bathroom redo as well!!
Kim Oliver says
GIMME THAT $500!
We’ve lived in our home for over 4 years now, and still have soooo much to do! And everything has been on hold for the past 1.5 years, as hubby is out of work. (Stoopid economy!)
So 500 samoleans would be oh-so-handy for many things – paint, new lighting fixtures, bathroom sink fixtures (or put towards a new sink!), plants for the inside and outside of the house, home decor items, etc.
Happy Blogiversary! You guys are so inspiring! Thank you for your wonderful blog.
Danielle B. says
GIMME THAT $500.
I would get a grill for the backyard at my new place.
denise says
Gimme that $500!! I’m allergic to dogs and cats and have one of each! Of course I can’t part with them but that air purifier would make life better for me — no joke.
Congratulations on breaking down the mystique around DIY for your readers!
Laura B. says
Gimme that $500!
I’d love to repaint the kitchen cabinets, and get new handles and knobs, and a backsplash…
Kerry says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I would love to get started on our LR and DR remodel.
Bridget says
“GIMME THAT $500?
Oh, wow! I would definitely put this toward new kitchen counters…goodbye goldflecked white Formica!
Heather says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
Erica says
GIMME THAT $500!!! (please oh please oh pleeeeease!) This money won’t be used towards renovation – I will likely buy all the stuff I need but can’t afford as I just bought my FIRST house two weeks ago (a lot of little random stuff is needed!) That wouldn’t take ALL the money though and I’d like to build a small bar for a corner of the dining room because we have no room for the liquor we keep on hand for entertaining… it’s literally in a huge cooler with wheels…. not fab. :)
Ronnie says
GIMME THAT $500.00!!!!
I would use the gift card to purchase some of the bathroom fixtures for the basement that I’m currently (slowly) working on finishing. It would be just wonderful!!
Absolut Blonde says
GIMME THAT $500! Mama needs a new bathroom!
josie says
GIMME THAT $500!
i would put it towards those bamboo floors i am drooling over!
T. Ficken says
GIMME THAT $500! I need to strip and redo a guest bedroom…
Anna B says
GIMME THAT $500! I would first by a new faucet for our kitchen sink, and then I would use the rest to create a truly unique living room space–lots of shelving, paint, etc.
Mardee Gras says
GIMME THAT $500 please! Two more basement windows to go, and then maybe some residing.
Jennifer Gessner says
GIMME THAT $500!!! Wow! What we could do with that money!!!! Crown molding, lighting, garage organization, paint, backsplash tile for the kitchen…..oh, the dream could be a reality!!!! Thanks for the chance to win & happy blogiversary!!!!!
Amber says
GIMME THAT $500?
New Carpet – Please! Please! Please!
Tara says
GIMME THAT $500! What COULDN’T I do with $500 of home improvement goodies?!
Kellie says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would buy a garbage disposal, materials to replace my chain link fence with cedar, and if there’s anything left over, buy flowers for my garden!
jnickerson says
Gimme that $500!! Please, pretty please. we are wanting french doors to go out to our backyard….that money would help!
Kristin says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!!!!!!!
My dear hubby and I just bought a house and after discussing with him, we have decided we would put it towards a raised bed garden next spring to raise as much produce as we can! Hmm and maybe some new rugs for our hardwood floors too……
Erin F. says
Wow, check out all of those entries–must be a record!?! What a blogiversary success. Congrats, John and Sherry!
And now, GIMME THAT $500! Pretty please?
We could spend that $500 in a bat of an eyelash with all of the drywall, trim, paint, doors, doorknobs, lights, etc. we need to finish off the last two bedrooms in our house!
Lise says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
I would use it toward finishing my family room. We had to split our already small family room in half to make a new bedroom when we had our 3rd child this year and that new family room still needs trim, paint flooring, etc., etc.,
Susanna says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would put the finishing touches on rooms around the house!I’d probably have some left over to finish off the outside too!