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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.
Clare says
GIMME THAT $500!!
We are about to start re-doing our kitchen. While it takes more than $500, this would certainly be a good start!
Regina says
Gimme that $500! I have an extra bedroom to transform in my soon to be empty nest!
Nicole says
GIMME THAT $500…. I would love this to purchase new light fixtures in our house…. I am so over all our brass!
Brooke says
GIMME THAT $500!! I’d love to paint my kitchen cabinets and add new hardware, and also start a planter garden
Janine says
GIMME THAT $500!! This is so amazing and exciting. It’s hard to just pick one project but if force to… ;) I would love to completely re-do the guest bathroom. A year a go, I renovated the master bath for less than $500 thanks to Lowe’s. (check my blog for details.)
JBird says
GIMME THAT $500!! The list is endless….landscaping, window treatments, closet organization, appliances, etc.
Cassie says
GIMME THAT $500!
While I have a million things I would love to do on the inside of our home, I would love to put some grass down for our dogs :-) we have four and a small backyard with more dirt than grass, so I would love to have a place to play with them! Thank you and good luck everyone!
jen says
gimme that $500 (please)!!! OMG, I would go nuts at Lowes with this! I just got a table and chairs and a curio cabinet to redo (thanks to your DIY ideas!), along with a basement to paint and look more homey, oh and shutters…oh and a new light fixture in my dining room…
sounds like a lot, but I can make my money streeeetch!
Hosanna Wagner says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
I can’t even wrap my head around what I could do with that money!!! I’ll go with new rugs for all the rooms in my house!
Come on, big money!
Darby says
I’ve already started my shopping list… $500… what beautiful new planters I could have in front of my newly painted house! :) Fingers crossed guys! Fingers crossed!
Sarah Ireland says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!
I could definitely use that for some furniture refinishing projects I am working on!!!
Gretchen says
GIMME THAT $500
Hardwood floors for mom and dad
Sally says
Gimme that $500! My nearly-two-year-old needs a big girl bed. Hubby has the plans from New Yankee Workshop, but good lumber doesn’t come cheap!
Tiffany T says
GIMME THAT $500! Our master bathroom is the one big project left in the house. Still has the old floor tile, plastic shower doors & liner. Yuck.
Midwest says
GIMME THAT $500
I would spend the prize money by sprucing up our basement to make a playroom for our son!
Jamie says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
No idea what I would do since I don’t own a home – probably get some tools and stuff and then maybe help out with a project over at my parents’ house.
Michelle says
GIMME THAT $500!
We would definitely replace our fugly gold shower doors in our master bath…it’s the last item on the checklist for our master bath redo.
fingers crossed!!! :-D
Cynthia says
GIMME THAT $500.. Thanks guys :)
Kaylie says
Gimme that $500!!
I would give it to my boyfriend to buy the tools he needs to make his handyman business dream more of a reality!
Rebecca C. says
GIMME THAT $500
kayduh says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would use it to start working on my unfinished 2nd floor!
Jessica Davis says
GIMME THAT $500!!!! We have a baby on the way…So, we’d spend the money on nursery decor and storage!!!
Vicki K says
GIMME THAT $500 – Oh Please please please!! Just in the planning stages of re doing our guest bathroom. What a great help this would be. Or secondly revamping the garage storage.
Carmil says
GIMME THAT $500!! Please!!! I’ve got a BR in desparate need of a makeover, not to mention the leaf blower/vac that will make raking easier………
James says
GIMME THAT $500
Raylan White says
GIMME THAT $500!
My husband is in dire need of a new lawnmower!! Please! I’m sure my neighbors would appreciate it too! :)
Katie says
GIMME THAT $500
vickie says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I could use it for my kitchen remodel.
Natalie M. says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would love to replace our bathroom vanity.
Craig says
GIMME THAT $500 for a combination pot rack/light fixture. Thanks!
Helene says
Gimme that $500!!
I’m moving into a new house and would spend the money on tools and paint!
Gin says
GIMME THAT $500! — oooh we would LOVE this right now. We’re getting married in May and have started a list of the house projects we’ll need once we move into our new house. What a great way to share the love on 2 years!!!! :D
Shannon says
GIMME THAT $500
We would love to have an amazing nursery. our first little one is due in April.
Pete says
GIMME THAT $500….. I would love to buy some new bathroom items for our renovation… Light fixture, sink faucet, hand towel holder, etc…. Hook me up!
Audrey says
GIMME THAT $500!! My fiance and I are saving all of our pennies for our upcoming wedding, and need a head start on some upgrades for our new home!
Darby says
Ooops… I forgot one minor detail….. GIMMMEEEEEE that $500!
Starry-Eyed Barefoot Bride says
GIMME TAHT $500!!
The people before us did a great job of updating the windows and flooring and “bones” of our apt…. except for our guest room / office and guest bath. Its like entering the land that renovations forgot. We would love to replace the stained old carpet and replace the sliding door with one that closes (and locks) properly. We are dreaming of make that a room to be proud of instead of storing boxes in hopes of hiding it.
Lori H says
GIMME THAT $500! My washer and dryer just turned 19 years old this summer. Might put the money toward that, or a really awesome compost system. And new plants for the front of my house.
Raylan Hill says
I would love to replace the dingy carpet in my living room! Please, GIMME THAT $500!
Samantha says
GIMME THAT $500
I would definitely buy some shower doors and some tile for a nice back splash and a vanity and paint and anything else!!
Nikki Hinkley says
Gimme that $500
We really really need a new dishwasher; my hands are so tired of scrubbing dishes every night.
Jennifer says
GIMME THAT $500!!! Considering my husband and I have locked ourselves out of two rooms recently that now have doors that need to be replaced….I think $500 could soften the blow of wanting new matching doors and handles (for all 13 doors in our house)!!
Julie says
GIMME THAT $500!
We are closing on our FIRST house…within 2 weeks of the due date of our first baby. WHOA. Talk about timing. We need to redo the floors, and that would certainly make it possible. HAPPY BLOGIVERSARY!
Laura says
Pretty please with a cherry on top, Gimme that $500
We have a back deck that is in desperate need of SOMETHING, a pergala? flower boxes and benches? I don’t know what exactly but know Lowe’s would have it!
Gabby says
GIMME THAT $500
We just bought a house, I can think of many ways to spend $500 at Lowes!
Emmanuel says
GIMME THAT $500!
Juliet says
Gimme that $500! Please and thank you. I would love to make some upgrades to our master bath — new vanity, new lighting, a framed mirror and some new tiling on the floor!
Congratulations on your anniversary!
Megan says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would want to use it for around-the-house projects, but I’m sure my husband would try to convince me to put it towards a new lawnmower.
Carrley Ward says
GIMMIE THAT $500!!! We would love to makeover our bathroom!
Ellen says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would use it towards new kitchen appliances!