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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. Isha says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:20 am

    TOOL ME!!!
    A nail gun, a palm sander and a miter saw.. for now.. hehe!

    Reply
  2. Steph says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:20 am

    Tool me! There are so many tools I want, but at the top of the list is definitely a laser level and an electric sander.

    Reply
  3. Richard says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:21 am

    Tool me! I would love to have an electric lawn mower. I would also love to have a professional paint spray system.

    Reply
  4. ashley rachelle says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:21 am

    tool me!! miter saw, baby!! xo

    Reply
  5. Becca Wilson says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:22 am

    TOOL ME! We just purchased our first home, and it is in need of some TLC, so we will be in need of a lot of tools as we progress!

    Reply
  6. Kimberly R says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:22 am

    TOOL ME! I want a sewing machine soooo bad!

    Reply
  7. Krista says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:23 am

    TOOL ME! We’ve been lusting after an air compressor and nailer so that we can reinstall our living and dining room trim.

    Reply
  8. Rachel says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:23 am

    TOOL ME! :D

    Thanks so much for this opportunity!

    Reply
  9. Amanda Quam says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:23 am

    Tool Me! I would love a Tiller for my yard!

    Reply
  10. Danelle says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:23 am

    Tool me! Working (er dreaming) of two bathroom remodels, any project help will be appreciated!

    Reply
  11. ElleB says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:25 am

    TOOL ME!

    Not sure about the tool, but my next project is a play kitchen for my son =)

    Reply
  12. Manuel Barreira says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:25 am

    10′ tree pruner & shrub electric trimmer

    Reply
  13. Krista says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:26 am

    Tool me! I have wanted to redo my master bathroom since we moved in… 5 years ago. This would certainly get us started!

    Reply
  14. nicole says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:26 am

    TOOL ME!
    I have been itching to get a sewing machine and start playing with amazing fabrics.

    Reply
  15. Kate says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:27 am

    TOOL ME!! I would like an air compressor and nail gun. I can think of all sorts of things I’d use them on! I’d also love a laser level.

    Reply
  16. Jennifer K says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:28 am

    Tool Me! Bought my first sewing machine when I was in college. For 30 years sewed clothes for my husband, children and myself. Along with bedspreads, curtains and plenty of home dec items. Many years sewed Holiday gifts and boxes of barbie clothes for my niece. But alas sewing machine died and I need to buy a new one. Two children still in college has put a crimp in me being able to buy a new sewing machine.

    Reply
  17. Rebecca says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:28 am

    TOOL ME! I think a circular saw is in my future…

    Reply
  18. Christine says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:29 am

    TOOL ME!

    I want an electric sander! I’m looking to refinish some old furniture.

    Reply
  19. Wendy says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:29 am

    TOOL ME! Do I have to decide now? There is just so much to choose from.

    Reply
  20. Kaitlin P says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:29 am

    TOOL ME!! I just finished re-doing a dresser into a TV stand and can’t wait to find another piece to reinvent!

    Reply
  21. Julia says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:30 am

    TOOL ME!

    A big ‘ol power saw would be nice so we can tackle building projects without always having to rely on the friendly helpers in orange to make all our cuts for us.

    Reply
  22. Kim says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:31 am

    TOOL ME! Table saw.

    Reply
  23. fmchoff says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:33 am

    TOOL ME!
    It is simple really, a staple gun. I keep running into projects where I could use one, and just need to bite the bullet.

    Reply
  24. Nina says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:34 am

    TOOL ME!! I would love a router or paint sprayer!

    Reply
  25. Dawn says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:34 am

    Tool me! I would love to get hubby a router. (Had computer problems earlier so this may be a duplicate)

    Reply
  26. Serene says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:35 am

    Tool me!

    I want a sewing machine badly!!!!

    Reply
  27. Sharon says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:35 am

    TOOL ME!

    Would love to put it towards our master bathroom!

    Reply
  28. Kate H. says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:36 am

    TOOL ME!

    I need a thingamajig and a couple whooseywhatsits. That should tide me over until I get a doohickey. Also, a nail gun.

    Thanks!

    Reply
  29. Anna B says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:37 am

    TOOL ME!

    I’d love a serger to take my sewing up a notch and a set of aesthetically pleasing gardening tools. :)

    Reply
  30. Ashley Pena says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:37 am

    Tool me! I would adore a table saw, tile saw and a kreg jig to help us finish a fireplace remodel.

    Reply
  31. Andrew says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:38 am

    TOOL ME a paint can opener so I stop ruining my flat head screwdrivers.

    Reply
  32. Terra says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:38 am

    TOOL ME! Handy Hubby and I would love to get our hands on a miter saw!

    Reply
  33. Sarah Heatwole says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:39 am

    TOOL ME! We are building a deck this weekend and I would love some patio furniture or supplies to make planter boxes!

    Reply
  34. Jessica Carrico says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:40 am

    TOOL ME!! I am in need of any and all tools that will help me redo my kitchen floors!

    Reply
  35. Valerie says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:40 am

    TOOL ME! We’re in contract on our first house, so we need everything!

    Reply
  36. Stephanie says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:41 am

    Tool Me! I would love to get a mini (palm) sander!

    Reply
  37. Chelsea says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:41 am

    Tool me, baby! A miter saw would be sweet!

    Reply
  38. Christina says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:42 am

    TOOL ME! I was just wandering the hardware store looking at new toys/tools. I’ve been using a handsaw since I moved into my first home almost 3 years ago. As much as I love the arm workout, I would LOVE a power saw :)

    Reply
  39. Liz says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:43 am

    Tool me. Would love a chop saw or a keg jig.

    Reply
  40. Erin says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:43 am

    Tool Me! Would love to replace some flooring in the house!

    Reply
  41. Jules says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:43 am

    Tool Me! I would have to say either a Kreg jig or a router. We have a table I need to have built.

    Reply
  42. Megan says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:43 am

    Tool me! We could use a sawzall and a Kreg jig just for small projects around the house (like panels in the hall a la YHL)!

    Reply
  43. Jen Coombs says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:44 am

    Tool Me!
    I need some tools and boards for some hard wood floors!

    Reply
  44. Ash Met says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:44 am

    Tool Me!

    Desperately wanting to finish the moldings in our house…finish nailer please!

    Reply
  45. LindsayB says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:45 am

    TOOL ME!

    Reply
  46. MaryVZ says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:46 am

    TOOL ME!!!
    I would love a nail gun…and a paint sprayer. Oh what fun I would have!

    Reply
  47. Caitlin says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:46 am

    Tool me!

    Reply
  48. Nicole S says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:46 am

    Tool me! I’ve been hoping to tile our backsplash!

    Reply
  49. Lacey says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:47 am

    TOOL ME!

    We started building our fence yesterday and are now realizing how sorely lacking we are of quality tools!

    Reply
  50. Justine says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:47 am

    Tool Me! Yard tools to help turn our backyard into a relaxing garden oasis!

    Reply
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