***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?
- 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.
Lindsay K says
TOOL ME!
We are currently renovating our basement and several tools are needed, but my husband has been craving a table saw that would really help a lot!
Christy says
Tool me! The kitchen is in the works right now.
Diane Hogg says
“TOOL ME”
It would be a Router for my man to fancy up some wood!!
Billy G. says
Tool me!
Where to start? New impact driver, planer and router table would really help with some woodworking projects.
Liz says
Tool Me! I would like a jig saw and a nail gun!
DEREK L says
I have my eye on a new mitre saw. My wife has many projects including a bench in our front entrance that she wants me to do in our new home.
Kelli Taylor says
TOOL ME! Right now, we’re renting, but we’re looking at buying a house soon and $500 to Home Depot would be an INCREDIBLE help..
Kay says
TOOL ME!!!
I’ve been eyeing a Dremel to have on hand and some accessories.
Trisha D. says
TOOL ME!
My boyfriend has a million + 1 Tools. Me- I’d just love some more painting supplies or some ‘add-ons’ to my Silhouette Cameo!
Thanks for hosting!
Sandy says
TOOL ME! I want a Kreg Jig…not even sure what for yet, but John just seems to love his so much! Plus, best name ever. It’s like a happy dance in itself!
ps – loved your video this AM…Sherdog looked slammin!!
Elisha marie says
TOOL ME
OH Man we are in the midst of a remodle and could use every tool imaginable. I think the one on the top of the list is a pressure washer.
Stefanie D. says
tool me
Sara C says
TOOL ME!!
I think I’d have to go with either a table saw or a palm sander!
Emily says
Tool me!
We are going to fix up our unraveling screened in porch this summer and would love a nail gun to make it all go a little faster!
Jenni Shaver says
Tool Me! I need a sander. I have several projects I want to do around the house, but all the sanding I would need to do by hand scares my elbow. =)
Danielle says
Toolbar me!
We are in need of that tool that makes secret screw holes for a bunk bed project in the near future. Kreg? Krug? Can’t remember the name… We have a lot of projects coming up before our new little one is due in June and this gc would be a huge blessing!
Karen C. says
TOOL ME! We are in need of some proper painting supplies, like drop clothes and new brushes. I want to repaint my walls! Plus, some new lawn equipment would be nice. ;)
Anne says
Tool me, please!
DEREK L says
TOOL ME
I have my eye on a new mitre saw. My wife has many projects including a bench in our front entrance that she wants met o do in our new home.
Linda says
Tool Me!
I could certainly use a sander, a nail gun, a sewing machine – and to learn how to use them!
michelle says
TOOL ME! Thinking of repainting the master bath so in need of some paint and supplies!
Louisa says
TOOL ME. We really need a new power washer, our old one finally gave out.
Sheila says
Tool Me ! A nail gun would be great! Trim replacement going on all over the house here !!
Katie D says
TOOL ME!
I’m on the search for a power drill!
Molly says
TOOL ME! A drill? I have only hammer and nails at this point!
Sarah T says
TOOL ME! Now that spring has arrived there are several gardening tools I need to help whip my yard into shape!
Eric says
TOOL ME!
I need a router for some woodworking projects.
Jess says
TOOL ME! Desperately need a wet saw for a new tile floor makeover in all the bathrooms!
Nancy S says
TOOL ME!
I would love a simple new stapler. One that really get’s those darn staples in all the way, one that doesn’t hurt my hands when I use it………………
I finally picked up a small sander so I could finish the shelves in the kitchen – but has that happened? Noooooooo
I think I just like buying new tools :)
Megan says
TOOL ME!!! I’m hankering for a Kreg jig among other things :)
Sarah says
TOOL ME!!
I live in a tiny apartment, so I luckily don’t need much, but I would love to win this and give it to my brother and sister-in-law. They are first time home owners and I’m positive they would find a great use for the extra cash!
Casey says
TOOL ME! I just bought a staple gun after buying your book. I needed a new one to tackle some of the projects I have in mind!
Tom says
Tool me! I’d like a new miter saw for crown molding!
Courtney says
Tool Me!
I’m not in need of tools, but I need lamps!
Pam says
Tool me!
I am looking to get some new paint brushes and rollers to repaint my livingrom.
Desiree C. says
TOOL ME (please!)!
I’d love a table saw for us. I keep thinking of projects we could tackle and when I get to the, “…and then we’d just cut the boards with our…wait, nope. No table saw.” part, I’m stopped at the realization that we don’t have a table saw. Bon of a sitch.
Stephanie S says
TOOL ME! Definitely need a miter saw to add some crown moulding–you guys are such an inspiration to get moving!
Jessica Hill says
TOOL ME! I would love a paint sprayer…. or a carpet cleaner. Or a nail gun… or or or!!!
anne-marie says
TOOL ME!!!
A miter saw, to build a workbench and then hopefully then complete all those other projects on the go…
Christy says
Tool me! I need a new sink for my kitchen.
Sharon says
TOOL ME! I’m trying to convince my husband to love DIY. I think some bring, shiny power tools would do the trick!
Katie says
Tool Me!
We are pregnant with our second child and live in a small cape cod, we are in desperate need of some organizational shelves and containers.
Chelsey N says
TOOL ME! A miter saw would be great for well, everything. But most of all a homemade plank headboard has been on our list for a while.
Caroline says
Tool me!
We are planning on building some outdoor furniture, and would love a Kreg Jig to help!
Anna S says
Tool Me! We need a new drill :)
Steph B. says
TOOL ME! I’d really like a staple gun, because I have a bench for my entryway that I would like to reupholster. Maybe a headboard too!
Karissa says
Tool me! I’d love a miter saw for crown molding!
Patti says
Tool Me! I need my own lady drill … the man one’s are too heavy!
Megan says
Tool Me! We will be moving into our first house soon and we need just about every tool.
Emma says
TOOL ME! I need everything – that stupid storm that hit a few months ago and destroyed the NJ shore destroyed our basement and everything in it as well… including my favorite drill! Disaster!