***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.
Julie M says
Gimme that $500. Please!!
I will use it to buy supplies for putting new flooring in the condo I’m buying. Thanks!!
Dana says
GIMME that $500! Ugh, what I WOULDN’T use it on! Just moved into my own place and it is crying (literally, if you’ve ever heard walls wail it’s unpleasing to say the least) for a little panache.
Lexie says
GIMME THAT $500! I would let my fiance build the kegerator he’s been planning for years.
Stacey says
GIMME that $500!!
I’d start with new kitchen lighting… wood blinds in the dining room…and then a new kitchen faucet WITH a sprayer!!
Congratulations on your anniversary!!!
Kristi Rediske says
Wow-Gimme that $500.00-i have so many things I really need-i would buy a new stove with it.
Andi says
GIMME that $500! Definitely another heater or AC unit…I don’t have central air!
FullertonRegan says
GIMME THAT $500
The backyard!
Sarah says
GIMME THAT $500 to fix up my bedroom!
Rich says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would get a new bathroom floor. It’s uneven and the tiles look dirty no matter how much you clean them. Ripping it out would make my girlfriend very happy.
Jessica says
Gimme that $500
Im still putting my whole house together so I finish up our painting in the living room and then I see the rest completing our spare bathroom project.
Deanna says
GIMME THAT $500, please to put towards wood floors.
Thanks!
Michelle W says
GIMME THAT $500!!!! We’d most likely spend it on tools, or garage organization, or add something to our patio, or …
Melissa S says
GIMMIE THAT $500!! . . . . Absolutely a new kitchen floor. I am about to turn 40 and that is what I told my husband I want for my birthday!
joyce says
“Gimme that $500 and I will update my living room!
Esperanza says
GIMME THAT $500
Please!
I would use this for window treatments in my new apartment. Thank you and congratulations on your blogiversary!
Tamara says
GIMME THAT $500 and I would revamp our master bath. It needs HELP!
Natasha says
GIMME THAT $500! Oh, where to start? I’d love to rip out my fiberglass shower/tub surround and put in real tile.
Celia says
GIMME that $500!
I’d love to replace some ugly sink fixtures and get a new light fixture!
Debbie says
GIMME THAT $500! I’d be like a kid in a candy store, but I would start with new hardwood floors.
tae says
GIMME THAT $500!!
we’d spend it on a lot of things :)
Holly says
Gimme that $500. I’d give it to my husband to buy a power tool of his choice (so he could make some built in bookcases for me.) :)
I think this will be a record high for comments!
jeff says
GIMME THAT $500!!
…probably would spend it on an electric composter for our apartment since we can’t do it outside…
Diane says
GIMME that $500! I would love a new front. Thanks for your wonderful design tips.
Nicole says
GIMME THAT $500! I need subway tile for my bathroom, we are ready to order it! PLEASE, my birthday is on the 24th!
Jennifer Hughes says
GIMME THAT $500!! on new doors, they don’t open in the winter.
Manisha says
GIMME THAT $500, please! We would use it towards a sorely needed bathroom remodel!
Michelle says
“GIMME that $500! We are buying our first home and close in 2 weeks! That 500 could really come in handy! Lots of popcorn ceilings to scrape and carpets to rip up!
Courtney says
Gimme that $500!
This would be used to create a fireplace mantle and new tile for the hearth, for starters. We could also use some new weather stripping throughout the house as we get closer to the cold…
Thanks!!
Joanna says
GIMME THAT $500!!! I would buy a new vanity and sinks for my master bathroom!
Ian Schimmel says
Gimme that $500, please :) Power tools!
Ashley says
Gimme that $500!
I’d use it toward painting my boyfriend’s condo that I’m moving into next month!
Josh H says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would buy drywall to finish my basement. Thanks Young House Love!
Nancy Turner says
GIMME THAT $500! The possibilites are endless….ahhhhh!!!
Debbie says
Gimme that $500!!!
I would build shelves and storage for the kids playroom (and get that mess off the floor once and for all!).
Amanda Mullahey says
GIMME THAT $500
I would use it to remodel my tiny apartment! It has been dying for a makeover!
Amy says
Gimmi that $500. Our lawnmower is broken. Sure could use a new one
Miles Beck says
GIMME THAT $500!
Chris says
“GIMME THAT $500!”
We’re renting, but my sister and brother in law have been so generous with us that I’d like to give it to them to finish the bar project in the basement or starting the reno on their bathroom… or finishing up their room… crossing my fingers!
Larry says
Gimmi that $500. Would help us finally fence in the yard.
Cat says
Gimmi that $500.00. I AM DYING TO PUT CEILING FANS IN THE LIVING AND DINING ROOMS. IT WOULD HELP US SO MUCH WITH CIRCULATION WHICH IS DESPERATLY LACKING AT MY HOUSE.
Marcy says
GIMME THAT $500! I’d tile my fireplace and kitchen!
Courtney says
GIMME that $500!!! I just bought a new house that’s not so new so LOTS to do!
Callie says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
We’re in gross bathroom h*ll with our new house! And we have babies to boot. We’d use it to buy tile to make our bathroom kid safe!
robin says
GIMME THAT $500! So many projects this could be used for….but I am thinking it would be to help finish off the gate in our backyard so we can finally go adopt a dog into our family!!
Jennifer says
GIMME THAT $500! I’d like to use it to build a platform bed!!
Andrea says
GIMME THAT $500! We’d spend it on some insulation for our attic!
Jonez says
Gimme that $500 – my studio could use a fresh coat of paint and my patio is looking pitiful.
margaret says
Gimme that $500! I would use it to create a small home office space.
Ginger Dunham says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
would look into starting to remodel the kitchen
LeslieK says
Oooh, I would love for YHL and Lowe’s to GIMME THAT 5 HUNDY!
Hmm, where to start with what to buy… the list is literally endless since we’re moving into our house in less than 10 days!
New pedestal sink for half bath, new lawn mower, outdoor furniture, garage organization supplies, a router for DH…
I think maybe getting a job @ Lowe’s to get the employee discount isn’t a half bad idea… :)