***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.
amy morris says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
wow… since we rent, i am thinking something that can move from home to home… or many, many things :)
Vanessa says
Gimme that $500! We are moving to a new house, so there are so many things I could use this for…bamboo blinds for the living room, paint for all the rooms…but the best use of it would be to put it towards the refrigerator we need to buy. Our house has all stainless appliances except the fridge which is white…we can’t have unmatching appliances, now can we? Congrats on the 2 years!!
Sarah B says
GIMME THAT $500!! (Pretty please!)
I just moved into my own house less than a month ago and the list of projects seems to grow much faster than I am able to tackle them– or afford them! $500 could go towards paint, or replacing part of my rotten cedar split rail fence, or a cover for my pup’s kennel, or organization materials for all over the house + garage… it would be amazing.
kelly g says
gimmie that $500! new bathroom tile, homemade headboard, pergola…shall i continue?!?!
Brigid says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!! I would use add it to my current stove fund and get the truly awesome stove vs. the good enough stove. And I would buy some paint for furniture painting projects.
Jenny @ Words On Wendhurst says
Gimme that $500! We would spend it on our basement remodel that we are currently in the middle of. :-) Yipee!
Elizabeth says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!! Dreaming of new drawer pulls in my kitchen…
Noelle says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pretty pretty please??
We’re getting married this spring so we need EVERYTHING! Vacuum cleaner, paint for the new digs, lighting…..
Shanan says
GIMME THAT $500
I would love to put a new shower insert in my bathroom. Or maybe redo the flooring in my son’s bedroom… So many options!
Leigh says
GIMME THAT $500.
I’d love to update our builder basic master bath!
Nancy Hanniford says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
It’s a tough decision…we’d either use it towards a new stackable washer/dryer to give us more space in our utility room or we’d put it towards sod for a big backyard project.
Karen says
Gimme that $500! I live in a small town and our Lowe’s is one of the few places to shop for home improvement. I think I’d put it toward new kitchen appliances.
Megan says
GIMME THAT $500!
we would use the money towards new front and back exterior doors for our home.
Jess says
GIMME THAT $500! we need a new shower. our old tile one is completely leaking into our basement. we’ve been showering at our (very gracious!) neighbors house for the past 2 weeks trying to save any little crumb of money.
elizabeth says
GIMME THAT 500!!!
Let’s see… I’d start by painting every wall in my house, picking up a patio set and then I would spend anything left over on plants…
sandy morris says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
The money would certainly go towards the garage we are building under our deck! Major project on a very small plot of land.
Lauren says
Gimme that $500 pretty pretty please! I’d put it toward an air purifier and vacuum!!!
Sara says
GIMME THAT $500…. My patio really needs it!
Lisa S says
GIMME THAT $500.00 Oh, I would spend it on that vessel sink and vanity….I have been eyeing that for awhile!!!
Matt says
GIMME THAT $500, please?
Laura says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I really need a complete bedroom do-over with paint, new blinds and some fun Lowes items I don’t even know that I need yet! I hope I get picked on your random picking! Congrats on the big anniversary!
Matt says
GIMME THAT $500! endless possibilities.
Sarah says
Gimme that $500! Wow, what a great giveaway.
I think I’d spend it on replacing both of our toilets and both bath countertops; our bathrooms aren’t bad in general, but the fixtures are incredibly dated.
Kathy says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I’d use it on some new kitchen appliances!
Amy C. says
GIMME THAT $500
We’re lookin’to revamp our pantry and food storage room!
Joey says
GIMME THAT $500
We would have fun with it. Period!
Please!
Katie M. says
GIMME THAT $500! (fingers crossed) My mom needs a serious kitchen makeover and I’d donate this $500 and my labor to helping her out. Sandpaper and paint for the cabinets and walls, some nice knobs, a new fauced, and a small dishwasher. She would be SO happy…. :)
Sarah says
GIMME THAT $500!!!! Please?
Definitely a new freezer – ours is on it’s very last leg. We inherited it when we bought our house and I’m sure it’s older than I am!
Jacquie C. says
GIMME THAT $500!
My husband and I would use this gift card to complete one of the many projects we’re currently knee-deep in. We’ve basically gutted and are renovating our own brick rancher :) Built in ’75, it wasn’t taken care of properly so we literally tore the floors down to the studs, replaced some of those as well as the sill plate, completely re-doing the kitchen and living areas, etc. This gift card would certainly come in handy!
Kelly says
GIMME THAT $500, please! :) I dream of ceiling fans for my 84 year old Chicago condo that doesn’t have central air, as well as a storm door and some no-VOC paint. Oh, I could go on and on…Thanks!
Kate says
GIMME THAT $500
What a great give-away! We’d put the $500 towards renovating our new baby nursery! The new occupant arrives in March 2010 :)
Jenna says
GIMME THAT $500! We need a new bathroom!
Whitney says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!!!
WOW, what a give-away! There are so so so many projects that we have on our list, from a stone walkway to updating our landscaping. But, I think we’d use this money towards an “indulgence”… building a wet-bar!
MG says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
New Jig Saw and Table Saw along with a myriad of other supplies needed to complete a bazillion projects around the house!
Tawny B says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I would definately put that towards the 1/2 bath we have been dreaming of putting in. I could even get a much better vanity with the extra $!
Megan says
GIMME THAT $500!!
What wouldn’t I spend it on? Our house is a never-ending work in progress. Our current project is ripping out the massive amounts of overgrown hedges and bushes that completely obstruct our house from view from the street. I am thinking a chain saw would be a good place to start… and then lots and lots of grass seed!
Amy says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
Bonus Question: 1/2 bath remodel for sure!
Jaime says
GIMME THAT $500!!! I would love to redo all the lighting fixtures in my home!
Kelly is inspired says
Give Me that $500 dollars PLEASE!!!!
I would do one of the follow…
1. Replace my Crappy dishwasher
2. get year end sale patio furiture
3. New Area rug for the Recroom
4. New Laundry room sink
5. New fencing to camoflage our Propane tank.
this really could go on forever!!!
bob morris says
GIMME THAT 500!!!!
I will echo my wife in saying a garage under our deck… or maybe some new tools (shhh).
Amber M says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would use the Lowes gift card to help with our kitchen fix up. Also, it would be nicely documented on our blog! :)
Sara Phelps says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
Sarah says
GIMME THAT $500!!
i would probably give the money to dad because he could spend hours in that store and he deserves it:)
Arija Ashcraft says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would use it towards new light fixture in our entry way and dining room.
Ashlee says
GIMME THAT $500. I would use it for a tile backsplash and for paint!!! Thanks!
Amy says
GIMME THAT $500 so that I can spruce up our basement! Awesome giveaway. Thanks so much!
Liz @ It's Great To Be Home says
Gimme that $500!!! That would mean that we could actually buy some plants to re-landscape our sad little front yard!!! And congrats on the 2 year blogiversary!
abbi says
GIMME THAT $500! Dreaming of a new built-in entertainment center/bookshelves/storage for our little condo!
Lauren says
GIMME THAT $500! Lighting updates and bathroom tile!
Noah says
GIMME THAT $500
New baseboard, door, and window trim.