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Young House Love » Giveaways » Fab Freebie: April Tools

| By John Petersik | April 1, 2013 | 7,817 Comments

Fab Freebie: April Tools

***This giveaway is now closed – see who won below!***

Well the lucky April fool, er, person who’s getting the $500 gift card to the home improvement store of their choosing  – all thanks to Hometalk! – is… Rebecca (who says she and her husband really need a router table to change out some non-functional kitchen cabinets). Congrats!

Nope, this isn’t a joke. Someone somewhere in the world is gonna win $500 this week, and it’s all thanks to Hometalk. It’s a free community where DIYers and pros can exchange projects and advice, which makes it a great spot to discover new ideas (everything from major remodels to easy cleaning tips pop up). The photo-centric boards make browsing for inspiration a breeze and connecting with the creator is just as easy. And since Hometalk is all about helping you tackle our next project, they want to give you the right tools – which is why they’re serving up a $500 gift card to your favorite home improvement store (be it Home Depot, Lowe’s, Sears or something else). Not a bad way to ring in April, right?

  HomeTalk Giveaway

  • PRIZE: A $500 gift card to the home improvement store of your choice, courtesy of Hometalk
  • TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “TOOL ME” and tell us…
  • BONUS QUESTION: … what tool you’ve been wanting lately and what project you’re hoping it will help you tackle. Have you had your eye on a certain saw to make your next building project easier? Do you desperately need a sewing machine for some pillow making? Or are you waiting on that nail gun to update some trim in your house?
  • NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
  • PRIZE SHIPS: This giveaway is available worldwide!
  • GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, April 3rd or at 10,000 entries (whichever comes first)
  • USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winners will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday as an update to this post. That’s right, come right back here on Thursday for the announcement of our winners. Good luck…
  • ***COMMENT ISSUES? If you’re trying to enter but keep getting a “duplicate comment” warning, click here to see how to solve it!

Note: We aren’t paid or perked for hosting these giveaways, we just do ‘em to thank you awesome folks for stopping in. See our Giveaway FAQ page for more info. Pics courtesy of Hometalk.

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Comments

  1. Lauren Reese says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    Tool me!

    We have been itching to get going on replacing our old carpets with real hardwood floors–a tough job without a miter saw!

    Reply
  2. Vashti says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME!

    Would love to get a great reciprocating saw. Have a big plan to do a bathroom reno this summer, and having a reciprocating saw with a variety of attachments will be key in getting the project done.

    Reply
  3. Josee T. says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME!

    I’ve been wanting a nail gun to tackle board and batten treatments and other trim projects in mind. Also a new sander – lots of paint projects coming up!

    Reply
  4. Kristin C says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME!!!!

    My husband and I are going to make the console table that you have behind Karl for our own version of Karl

    Reply
  5. Kristi V says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    “TOOL ME” A nail gun — this would help with SOOO many projects on our list!

    Reply
  6. Meg says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME! We need to get a laser level to help with a project we just started.

    Reply
  7. Jen@The Decor Scene says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME!!! I’m sure there is a tool or two that we could use, but we really need supplies to make over our nursery in time for the little bean to arrive. So paint and trim are top on our list right now. :)

    Reply
  8. Jackie Gerlach says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    Tool me! I need a new sander to refinish furniture.

    Reply
  9. Michael says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME! We would get supplies to add some more curb appeal. Starting with some lattice for our porch.

    Reply
  10. Kaitlyn says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    Tool me! My husband and I just bought a house, and this weekend we started doing some yard work. We only have a small spade and a rusty garden rake which the top keeps coming off. We are in desperate need of some heavy duty lawn tools so we can put together a garden, and enjoy the fruits of our labor!

    Reply
  11. Tammy O says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME! My cordless drill died and I’m helpless without it!

    Reply
  12. Sarah says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME!!! I have visions of a deck/patio remodel dancing in my head….

    Reply
  13. Rachel says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    Tool Me! I would like to have a miter saw, I think it would be so useful!

    Reply
  14. Lindsey says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    Tool me!!

    My husband is really hoping for a framing nail gun and we want to redo our main bath. It’s pretty outdated and I can’t take it anymore!!

    Reply
  15. Amy says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    Tool Me! I would love a paint sprayer!!

    Reply
  16. Teresa Olander says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME! I would like a splinning tool and lots of screen to re-do every single one of my window screens.

    Reply
  17. Lissa says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME!!

    I need a sander so I can get started on my kitchen cabinets.

    Reply
  18. Mindie says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME! I need a sewing machine!

    Reply
  19. Chaney says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME! Some kind of drill I think…or wait, maybe a saw…I’m not totally sure, but I know that $500 would go a long way!! Thanks!

    Reply
  20. Christine says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    Tool me.

    I need a little bit of everything for tools.

    Reply
  21. Kelly says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME!! Nail gun (for all our upcoming trim replacements!)

    Reply
  22. Heather from KC says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME!!
    Painting supplies. I really want to re-paint the laundry room something funky!!

    Reply
  23. Kristin says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    tool me!

    i’d love a sewing machine….and anything to help us finish our bathroom!!!

    Reply
  24. Katie says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    Tool Me! I would love to finish and upgrade our weedy backyard!

    Reply
  25. Kaitlyn says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME!

    We could use just about EVERYTHING!

    Reply
  26. Rachel Dowd says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    TOOL ME! I would love a power washer!!! I have vinyl siding and it is white and we live in the windiest area in WA State! Needless to say, my white house is looking kinda tan… blah. :)

    Reply
  27. Audrea says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME!!!

    I’ve got a great TV stand in need of refinishing

    Reply
  28. Amanda says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    Tool me! I’ve been coveting a sewing machine so that I can finally learn how to sew and stop hassling my sweet mother to sew things for me. Thanks for the chance!

    Reply
  29. Melissa Bird says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME! – I want to learn to sew….I feel my inner seamstress screaming to come out!

    Reply
  30. Amy H. says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME! My husband and I are expecting our first baby this fall and after being unable to find a crib and dresser we like in stores/online for a reasonable price he has decided to make our crib and changing table (he is an experienced woodworker)! The gift card would be used for that.

    Reply
  31. Angela Kim says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME! I would love a jig saw and a nail gun! My place has no molding anywhere, the carpet just meets the wall with no finishing touch so a nail gun would be perfect!

    Reply
  32. K Shay says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME!! A new drill! Our current one is terrible!

    Reply
  33. Beth M says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME! I would loooove to get a nail gun!

    Reply
  34. Britten says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME! I would love to get a new drill/driver combo. My old cordless drill has been great but it’s just about worn out and needs to be replaced.

    Reply
  35. Tracey says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME!
    I desperately want a nice, sturdy table saw. I love my compounding miter saw, but I would love to work with bigger lumber. I also want the Kreg Jig, a circular saw, a router with table… I want it all!!!

    Reply
  36. Erin@Managing the Manor says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME! I need a sewing machine to make curtains for my Great Room, pillows for our couch, bedroom and patio. And the list goes on…

    Reply
  37. Melissa says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME! would love a new miter saw for crown moulding:)

    Reply
  38. Jesse says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME

    Have been thinking a Dremel tool would come in handy.

    Reply
  39. Jennifer Gessner says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME! I would love to get my hands on a paint sprayer! I swear I would get tons of use out of it!

    Reply
  40. Jen says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME! I would love to use the $ to buy a sewing machine!!

    Reply
  41. Skeeter says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME! I’d love to get a table saw and a nail gun. I’ve been wanting to put up some board and baton and crown molding and I was thinking about updating some boring flat panel doors with some molding..aaah the possabilities!

    Reply
  42. Teresa Smith says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    TOOL ME! My husband really wants sawhorse!! We are going to start on some built-ins by our fireplace and there will be plenty of sanding and painting and I guess a sawhorse will make that easier!

    Reply
  43. Holly says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    Tool Me! I want buff up some trim :)

    Reply
  44. Kristin says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:27 pm

    TOOL ME! I would love a kreg jig tool set, so many uses for just one tool :)

    Reply
  45. Heather says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:27 pm

    Tool me! I would rock the heck out of a table saw!

    Reply
  46. Amy says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:27 pm

    TOOL ME! I need new paintbrushes!

    Reply
  47. aimee says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:27 pm

    Whatever tools I need to paint the exterior of my house! I’m over the sun-faded teal color the previous owners painted it.

    Reply
  48. Brittany says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:27 pm

    TOOL ME! I’m debating over a pressure washer so I can clean our walkways and drive ways and fences or a nail gun so I can do some B&B treatment throughout the house!

    Reply
  49. Jeannie says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:27 pm

    Tool Me!!! I would love new gardening tools. Getting ready for planting season.

    Reply
  50. InfoDiva says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:27 pm

    TOOL ME!

    Dremel, baby, Dremel.

    Reply
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