***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.
Jake says
GIMME THAT $500
I’d buy a lot of paint for our walls and use the majority of the money to get supplies to refinish our hardwood floors – there is carpet over them now.
Andrea Wcisel says
Gimme that 500!!!
I would use the dough to put tile in our ever-aging bathrooms!! If anything’s left over, I would get new window treatments for the bedroom.
Karen W says
GIMME THAT $500.
I would kiss my brass goodbye.
Mary C says
GIMME THAT $500 !!
My first home is a 1950’s ranch house too. That Lowes cash would pay for a new bathroom sink and vanity.
Kate Westervelt says
“GIMME THAT $500?
I’ll be giving it my parents who desperately need to remodel their living room. This would be a nice “hint, hint” to get them to do it. The 60’s are OVER!!!
Josh says
Gimme that $500!
We’re fixing up our house, so there are so many projects, but it would probably go toward new ceiling fans … we don’t have ANY in our house now, and they’re so helpful at keeping energy costs down.
jjs says
GIMME THAT $500
I see a new grill in my future
Amanda says
HOLY COW – tears over the phrase, “GIMME THAT 500”?!
yes, I’m pregnant.
Long story shortened a lot:
We have lost three babies and are finally pergnant with our miracle baby, a girl, who is due in January.
We have an old (built in 1914) house that is dire need of work. But we can’t afford to do much. This include the room that would be used as the nursery. A gift like this would be undoubtedly a blessing and amazing for our family :)
Congratualtions on 2 years of bliss on your blog – I recently found you and am inspired!!
Anne says
GIMME that $500!!!!
Oh I have a long list of things!!! Right now it would go towards finishing the basenent so the teens in my house have a place to hang out!!!
Tina R'dorf says
“GIMME THAT $500?
I would replace the flooring in my family room!
JJS83 says
GIMME THAT $500
A snow thrower would be awesome!
Jessica Pieri says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!! I would use the gift card towards a much needed total bathroom renovation!!
Jeni Powell says
GIMME THAT $500!! We have so, so many projects to finish before out baby arrives. Painting, new gutters, deck-staining, and the list goes on and one. $500 would help a loooooooooooot!
sue olson says
Gimme that $500 and I would buy all new doors for our house, woodwork, and lighting. Maybe that is more than 500- oh well.
Ruth says
Gimme that $500! PLEASE!
Amy says
Gimme that $500! We own a fixer so I’d have to prioritize first. Paint the kitchen cabinets? New bathroom vanity? Something fun like nice patio furniture? I’m sure I’d figure it out.
Leah says
GIMME that $500! A nice bedroom makeover!
Emily says
GIMME that $500! We have lots of projects! New landscaping, new bath tub in master bath, redo office!
jessiob says
Let’s get environmental – a rain barrel or a composter please!
GIMME THAT $500
Corley says
Gimme that $500. I would put up new crown molding all over the house.
becky says
Gimme that $500! I would use it to redo some trim, revarnish our wood floors, put ceramic tile in the kitchen, new kitchen countertop, fix plaster in living room, build a window seat, and put in a patio!
leslie says
we just purchased a home to remodel. oh this would be SO well used.
Jamie Koch says
GIMME THAT $500!!!! I would use the $500 gift card towards a bathroom renovation and possibly some landscaping materials!!!
Michael C. says
We would work on the nursery for the new baby!
Debbie says
GIMME THAT $500! I’m in the midst of remodeling!!!
Chantalle says
GIMME THAT $500!!
We are closing on a house next week and have LOTS of projects to work on…this would get us started!!
bklyn76 says
GIMME THAT $500! we’re currently living in an out-dated 1970’s furnished house that is in some desperate need of love and style…at least help us get rid of the shag carpeting!
quietangelsb says
Please GIMME THAT $500? I’d love to redo our floors once our puppy is house trained. Thanks for the chance to win!
Julie says
GIMME that $500!! I would use it for new blinds and window treatments throughout the house!
Geoff says
“GIMME THAT $500?
New lighting fixtures!
Chris says
GIMME THAT $500
New tools! And a garage makeover.
John says
GIMME THAT $500!
We would paint our whole house!
mckay says
GIMME THAT $500!
Oh we totally need a new front door! And if we had any money left over paint to finish painting the interior doors and ugly ugly tan trim. :)
Great giveaway you guys!
Hannah T. says
GIMME THAT $500!!! I would love to use it for decorating and maybe some landscaping! :0)
Elizabeth in Atlanta says
GIMME THAT $500
Oh wow! We need new flooring in the ENTIRE house (carpet, wood and tile), we need to paint and need to replace 2 toilets and 2 vanity tops. This would be awesome – Lowe’s is my favorite store.
Happy Blogiversary!
marla m. says
GIMME THAT $500!
a privacy fence! so we might no longer have to look at the neighbors camper[s]. and wishing well. and trailer. and dirt-bike. and 4-wheeler. and dune buggy.
Michele says
Gimme That $500 — baby needs a new lawn mower!
Charlene says
My husband thinks new lighting fixtures but I think nice kitchen island! He doesn’t have to know!!! Love the blog!
Lindsay says
GIMME that $500! Bathroom renovation, definitely.
Sarah says
GIMME that $500!
Storage, storage, storage!!
Our little bungalow is in desperate need!
Melanie says
GIMME THAT $500
I would use it toward appliances. We are being transferred with my husbands job (800 miles from Florida) and our home needs a refrigerator & a stove. It would sure help. Congrats on your anniversary:)
Jane says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would apply the $ towards the paint, wood, and insulation we need to buy to repair the not-so-new house we just bought.
Fingers and toes crossed for good luck!
The Design Slice says
GIMME THAT $500
so I can post more projects on my new blog! Happy 2 years and kickin’!
Nancy J. says
GIMME THAT $500! We’re going to start a patio demo/back room build out soon – $500 would go a long way!
Joanne says
“GIMME THAT $500?
We need a new ceiling fan. Bad.
G says
GIMME THAT $500! I could seriously use it for a phat grill and patio furniture for the lakehouse…..
Nick says
GIMME THAT $500
This would really help our kitchen remodel!
Nicole says
GIMME THAT $500!!
Angie says
GIMME THAT $500
As a soon to be first time homeowner (as of Friday!) I would use it towards de-wallpapering and painting several of the rooms :)
Andy says
GIMME THAT $500!