***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.
Emily H says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
We are in the middle of some major landscaping in the backyard….I can’t even dream how much that $500 would help!
prettythings says
GIMME THAT $500 – please! :)
Congrats on your 2 year blogaversary! I love your site and ideas and know – how! I spent an hour in a wonderful fabric store because of your lamp shade re-do; I came home with a yard of gorgeous teal fabric that is now begging for some serious sewing and more fabric to match! Thanks for all your inspiration!
Now, on to the $500 gc to Lowe’s – I think my husband and I would spend it on tiling supplies – we’re contemplating retiling our bath in granite.
PS – have you seen the new modern flocked wallpapers?? I stumbled upon them the other night on the interwebs and am totally, completely obsessed. I’m thinking of all the wonderful uses – paneling them in small cabinets, decoupaging onto an end table, framing them over a piece of canvas… guys, you have to check them out (use google). They are insanely cool.
YoungHouseLove says
Yeah, flocked anything is pretty cool, especially wallpaper for the back of a bookcase or something. Love it!
xo,
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joy says
Gimme That $500
I’d update my very 70’s lighting in the bathrooms.
Amanda says
Gimme that $500!
I need light fixtures!
Rachel says
GIMME THAT $500
Joyce C says
GIMME THAT $500!
Alma says
GIMME THAT $500 — I would update those nasty faucets and light fixtures the home builder used on our house. I need chrome!!
Thanks, Alma
Tracie says
GIMME THAT $500
We would like to add a glass tile backsplash to our kitchen as part of our kitchen and dining room update.
Bethany says
Gimme that $500!
1. paint and supplies to fix our cracked-plaster walls
2. a dishwasher, so we can start saving time and water!
Jennae @ Green Your Decor says
GIMME THAT $500!
We just moved into our own place after two years of living with family, and as we unpack our boxes from storage, we’re realizing we need a lot of things. Among them, a microwave, some paint to turn “apartment” into “home”, storage for the 2 bathrooms, and more. This would SO make my week!
Lacey Butler says
GIMME THAT $500!
When I move out at the end of this semester, I’m sure I can think of a boat load of things to buy for my new place :)
Amanda says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I would definitely use some of it for window treatments!
Alison says
GIMME THAT $500! I’d buy paint for the trim throughout my condo, tile my kitchen floor, and add more tile to my bathroom!
Gray says
Thanks for the opportunity! This would help us with a moderate redo of our only bathroom.
June says
Gimme that $500! The basement bathroom desperately needs some love!
Rachel P says
GIMME THAT $500
My husband and I just purchased a house (21 days ago) and are in the process of fixing it up. We could use that $500 for so many different things. We need to buy some closet organizers, since we converted a bathroom to a walk in closet. We could also use it towards new countertops in the kitchen, a new kitchen sink and faucet or a dishwasher… the list is endless. :)
(I really hope we win! That would be so so so awesome!)
Thank You!
Gray says
Gimme that $500! Thanks for the opportunity! This would help us with a moderate redo of our only bathroom.
Jenifer B says
Gimme that $500!
My husband and I moved into a new-to-us house a few months ago and have plenty of projects we’d like to complete: we’re refinishing our deck, re-roofing, and have multiple rooms to paint and furnish, to name a few.
Michele Benzie Haarstick says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
We desperately need to put a deck off the back of our house- where there is a 4 foot drop right now.
Sam says
GIMME THAT $500…no idea, but I am sure my dear wifey (Jacci) has her eye on something :)
Mary says
GIMME THAT $500… for new tile flooring in our laundry room or half bath. Or, a new vanity, sink and faucet in our half bath. Or, to help with new appliances in our kitchen. Or, the list goes on and on…
Ayelet says
GIMME THAT $500!! What wouldn’t we do with it! Probably make a little headway on demoing & redoing out third floor.
Bethany says
GIMME’ THAT $500!
Our house seems to be falling apart lately! I got it pretty cute and comfy, but our 2 a/c’s leaked making our floor soft so we have to fix it, and now our toilet/septic tank is cutting up. Any help would be appreciated!!!
Katie says
Gimme that $500!!!!
Soooo many things. My bedroom is downright depressing and that $500 could get a fan in the ceiling (no windows in the room so it gets stuffy!), some paint on the walls and maybe even some nice light fixtures. I’d also get some items to spruce up my patio which is pretty bare. And that’s just the start!
Bri B says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
We would use it to tile our bathroom!!
Nadine Stinnett says
Gimme that $500!!
Fixing my boyfriend’s 30 year old bathroom would be a dream come true
Mary Constance says
Would love to use this towards some closet systems for our new house, or possibly towards a new washer/dryer!
Sam Brown says
GIMME THAT $500
New paint for our orange kitchen and pea soup green bedroom :)
Meghan says
Gimme that $500!
I would use it on the new house we’re building – 500 bones would go a lonnnng way!
Knwill says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
I see a revamped powder room in my future if I win!
Crystal Jones says
GIMME THAT $500!
We would use $100 for little, random fix-its and DIYs around the house, and the rest for some paint, wood and other doo-dads to redo our bedroom (the last room in our house that really, REALLY needs help).
Amanda says
GIMME THAT $500!!
First on the list would be a snow blower! We live in Michigan and winter is going to be here before we know it. No more shoveling for us!
Nikki E says
Gimme that $500!
Oh what wouldn’t I do. New light fixtures, home made headboard, gardening supplies for the spring. Woot!
Brooke says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I would no doubt put it towards tile for new countertops to replace the burnt linoleum that is the current fashion in my home.
The Burton Family says
GIMME THAT $500
We are slowly remodeling the home that I grew up in- every room needs something – and we are on a tight budget- probably the first priority are can-lights and drywall in the kitchen. thanks,
Joanne says
GIMME THAT $500
It would go toward flooring, flooring, flooring!
Emily A. says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I would love to have a fabulous Laundry Room Makeover!!
shelby says
GIMME THAT $500!
Toooo many things! Maybe towards a clawfoot for our master bath!
Ashley Dougherty says
GIMME that $500!!
My husband and I bought a house about 4 months ago & have been busy updating light fixtures, wall plugs & switches, texturing walls, painting trim, doors, cabinets, etc….we could use this $500 toward new appliances for our kitchen. Great giveaway – count us in! :)
Ambre says
GIMME THAT $500!
We’d love to replace our deck (which was poorly built by the original owner). $500 might give us the motivation to get started…
Joe says
GIMMEE THAT $500! :-)
The $500 would be used for a much-needed and long-waited-for back deck.
heather mucha says
Gimmee that $500!
Love your blog!!!
Team Alix says
GIMME THAT $500!
I have a gazillion little projects that could ALL get done with $500 smackers! Oh, man, I am already thinking about it…. Thanks for the chance! Hope I win!
Janet says
GIMME THAT $500!
I don’t know where I would begin or even what room. I would like to put in new doors, window treatments, bathroom update – I could go on and on…..
Brooke says
Gimme that $500.
I would buy a bunch of random stuff.
Jenna says
GIMME THAT $500
…we would definitely move onto the next stage of our bathroom reno…and/or buy their miter saw, it’s well reviewed and a stellar price!
Anuschka says
GIMME THAT 500!!!
We would totally use it on new flooring in our living room and kitchen. Our carpet needs to goooo!
Karen says
GIMME THAT $500
Oh, there are so many things… window treatments, no more 70s lights, a dryer that dries, getting rid of the clashing shades of greens in the master bathroom and laundry room….ooh…getting rid of the pea green toilet and sink in the guest bath. That.
Congrats on your blogiversary!
Leslie says
Gimme that $500!
I could spend it in a few minutes for sure! New ceiling fans, flooring, window coverings, paint, etc, etc….!
Ken B. says
GIMME THAT $500!
Coat of paint on our bedroom after 10yrs and maybe a throw rug…