***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.
David says
Oh I could really use an end-of-the-season sale lawn mower.
totty vb says
Gimme that $500.. please?!
Angela says
GIMME THAT $500
With my $500 smacks, I would definitely buy that air filter. How cool! Then I would maybe look at some a new medicine cabinet and lighting for our bathroom! Oh and we need a towel rack like nobodies!
Arlee Leo says
GIMME THAT $500!!
We want to replace our old kitchen countertops with something classier (and more color-coordinated to the rest of our kitchen…picture forest green formica against our antique bronze paint…yeah).
Tracy says
Gimmie that $500 (please)!
We are planning on putting down hardwood floors, so that money would be much appreciated. Of course, we also are preparing for a big kitchen makeover, so I’m sure we could also use the money for items there too… The options are really endless!
David says
oh and I forgot: GIMME THAT $500!
Lauren From Texas says
Gimme $500! Please? :)
Mariah says
Gimmie that $500!!!! I just bought a new house, so I have a long list of projects that this could help with… I don’t know what I’d do first – maybe paint and blinds would be a good place to start!!
Rebecca W. says
GIMME THAT $500
Hmm, bathroom carpets, office shelving, oh and how about something for my new addition? Fireplace, mayhap?
laura t says
GIMME THAT $500! It would go towards blinds for my new house!
Carla says
Gimmee that $500!!!
i’d use it towards new flooring… either upstairs or downstairs. or maybe a nice patio furniture set. so many possibilities!
kristin jo says
Gimme that $500! I would look for outdoor furniture for my “outdoor room” with a fireplace.
Then I would look into kitchen cabinets and appliances for a low cost (haha) kitchen remodel.
cheers!
Michelle Ramsey says
“GIMME THAT $500?
I would spend the money on one of those cool vessel sinks for my guest bathroom.
Alisa D says
Gimme that $500!
My husband and I are going to be finishing our basement. $500 would be a great start!
Destiny D says
GIMME THAT $500
We are in the process — we’ll, hope to soon start — renovating our laundry room and basement hallwat. We need STORAGE desperately and with some thought and a lot of shelving, the laundry has potential!
Thank you…
Kimberly says
Gimme that 500!
Catherine says
GIMME THAT $500!
We just started painting our apartment that we’ve lived in for two years, so this would give me the incentive to do all of the painting and spruce up this place!
Tim says
Gimme that $500!
I’ve been eyeing a table saw as we’ve just moved into our first house and I finally have a garage and space to do projects in.
alisa says
GIMME THAT $500! :) We just bought a house. A week ago tomorrow. I cant tell you how many trips to Lowe’s we have already taken (actually I beat you two could!). We need a washer and dryer. We need light fixtures. We need a new backdoor. We need a new window….the list will go on and on if I dont stop now. :)
Kristina says
GIMME THAT $500!!
Oh man, we’d buy paint, new closet doors, beadboard for our “dining room,” paint, cedar planks for flooring in our closets, knobs for our kitchen, and more paint!
Melissa Bruster says
Gimme that $500!
We are closing on a new house this week so my ideas are limitless! I would definitely buy some closet organization tools and or maybe a garage locker for garage more organization.
Erica from Chicago says
GIMME THAT $500!! We would love to spend the gift card on a new area rug for an extra bedroom. They have the best area rugs there!!!
Lara C says
Gimme that $500!
We’d use it to spice up our plain-white, out-of-the-box military housing!
Angie says
GIMME THAT $500!!
We are currently saving funds to remodel our master bath, which currently has the most hideous 80’s fixtures and vinyl flooring!
Angie Kerr says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
Please, please, please. My hubby’s 40th birthday is coming and it would make an awesome gift for him. I’m thinking he would buy a new grill, new patio furniture, and more plants for our small garden!
What an awesome giveaway!
Melissa Bruster says
Gimme that $500! We are closing on a new house this week so my ideas are limitless! I would definitely buy some closet organization tools and or maybe a garage locker for garage more organization.
Brenda says
GIMME THAT $500
I would use the dough to paint our kitchen cabinets a beautifully cream.
Kristy says
GIMME THAT 500$$$$$$$$$$$$!
Oh, I know exactly what I’d do. GUTTERS!! We currently have none and it sure is a pain to get to my front door in the rain.
Misty S says
Gimme that $500!! I would spend it to update my sink and cabinet that desperatley needs it!!
Jay says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
Newlyweds looking to spruce up the new place!
Kathleen says
Gimmie that $500
Oh what I could do at my favorite home improvement store with a $500 gift card!!!!! I have soooooooooooo many projects on my to do list for my garden that I don’t even know where I would start. It sure would be fun to cross off a few before winter sets in. This is your best give a way yet!
Jen T says
GIMME THAT $500
What WOULDN’T we spend it on!? If we got it in gear before it got too cold, we’d wash, re-stain, and touch up the front deck, and buy some outdoor furniture to replace the ratty camping chairs we’ve been using out there!
If it was already too cold, we’d use it to finally put up a tile backsplash in the kitchen, thus hiding the unsightly gaps left between the windows and drywall by the previous owner!
philip says
“GIMME THAT $500”
I will tile in a shower into my bathroom to replace the horrible plastic stall shower I have!
Teesha says
GIMME THAT $500!
I am tearing down wallpaper in my 2nd bath as we speak, so I’m looking for a major makeover with NO $ in the budget…HA! I’d like to get new countertops, new mirror, new tile accents, new shower/sink faucets, etc. This prize would help me with this makeover!
Beth says
Gimme that $500! I’ve been eyeing some closet systems for a few months now… :)
Carolyn says
Gimme that $500!!
I’d go for a nice set of porch furniture! My new place has a gorgeous outdoor deck, but it sadly only has two cheap beach chairs on it!
Brian S says
Gimme that $500. I would give it to my wife, to remodel anything her heart desires!
Liz says
Gimme that $500! We’ve got a running list of improvements on our house we bought 16 months ago!
Betty says
GIMME THAT $500! I need to shed some light on this family room and put some soft wool under my toes!
kei says
GIMME THAT $500!!! I would love, love, love to start on our master bedroom! This would help out alot! :)
Maura says
GIMME THAT $500! My husband and I just bought a 1960’s split level and surrounded by a hundred potential projects. We installed all new windows last week, so I think we would use the money on vinal window sills for the whole place.
Betsy says
Gimme That 500!
2 words: Power Tools.
Noelle says
Please GIMME THAT $500! Would love to do some serious work to our yard, just need those funds.
Jen C says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
We’re in the middle of a huge kitchen renovation (documented on my blog) which has left us with little cash leftover for anything else.
A few weeks ago though, the pedestal sink in our bathroom developed a large crack in the bowl (getting bigger and bigger by the day) and I’m desperate to replace it (but not allowed as we’re in the middle of sinking a few years savings into the kitchen!) Fingers crossed!
Thanks YHL! And thanks Lowes!!! You rock!
Kellie says
Gimmie that $500!
This would help us in our complete gut and remodel on our kitchen that is currently in progress!
Jean Adkins says
Please give me that $500?
I have way too many project for just $500, but it would be a great start to getting my front yard under control – grass, please? And a little sitting area with some flagstone?
Heather says
GIMME THAT $500
My fiance and I are getting married in less than a month and hope to buy a new home soon. We would use that money to paint and fix up our new home.
M.Steele says
Gimme that $500!!
My house is begging for it.
Erin says
GIMME THAT $500
This would definitely help with the furniture refinishing projects I have planned!
jill says
GIMMIE THAT $500.