***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.
Katie says
GIMME THAT $500
new dishwasher!!!
Keenan T. says
“GIMME THAT $500?
My wife and I are thinking of working on our kitchen or bathroom. Thank you.
Emily says
GIMME THAT $500! Pretty, pretty please!
amyb! says
GIMME THAT $500!
I have TWO words: 2nd bathroom. THis would make my life good again :) Seriously, a man, a women and new baby…and ONE BATHROOM? Not right…not right at all! :)
Jackie says
Gimmie that $500.00! I work in a kindergarten class and would probably not answer a demand like that…but, since you asked….We are doing a basement remodel and so the gift card would be soooooo helpful as it seems Lowe’s has become our second home. Thanks so much!
Jess T says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!!
$500 would allow us to start (and possibly finish!) our basement remodel! Once done it will be my husband’s “Dude Den”. So far all the work we have done to the house has been on my “to-do” list so it would be wonderful to start on his!
Happy Blogiversary!!!
Audry says
GIMME THAT $500!
Our Anchoreage, Alaska house was built in the early 80’s, so it’s cold and a bit drafty – especially our master bedroom. $500 would go a long ways towards insulating our space, especially important now that winter is just weeks away!
ljcadv says
GIMME THAT $500!!
this would help us turn our back yard into more then a big patch of dirt. The dogs would love it more too!
Smitha says
GIMME THAT $500!
Loren says
GIMME THAT $500
OMG So many small projects and cans of paint could be finished with that 500$ Or I might snag a new washer.
LOVE that you guys can give away awesome prizes like this.
monnette says
GIMME THAT $500!
I’d totally use it to finish the half bath that our HOA’s contractor left half finished.
Reid says
GIMME THAT $500
I would finish outfitting my workshop.
Abby says
GIMME THAT $500!
Oh the possibilities…outdoor furniture…breezy white curtains…area rugs…paint and hardware for kitchen cabinets…etc etc ETC
Patrick says
GIMME THAT $500!
Yesterday was my first wedding anniversary and also the day of our home inspection for our first house (keeping our fingers crossed for an early November closing to get that tax credit)! We have a giant list of to-dos like finishing the attic, renovating the kitchen, and painting that god-awful deep red bedroom. It’s going to take a lot more than $500 – but every bit helps!
Angela says
GIMME THAT $500!
New floors for sure!!!
Shelly Richardson says
GIMME THAT $500
I’d love to use it to redecorate my 1950s pink bathroom!
Leslie says
GIMME THAT $500!
We are in the process of updating our bathrooms with new facets and sinks (the old ones have seen their best day). This would come in SO handy. Crossing my fingers and toes!
Helen says
GIMME THAT $500. i would use it to get me a dyson!!!
Katie says
GIMME THAT $500
lighting… window treatments…
NancyV908 says
GIMME THAT $500! I mean, “Gimme that $500, PLEASE.”
I would use it to upgrade my sinks and faucets–they really, really need it.
Thanks, & congratulations!
Jennifer says
GIMME THAT $500 We moved into our new house this summer and we have a couple of more rooms to paint…and I’d love some crown molding!!!!
Katie says
GIMME THAT $500
My hubby and I have put in an offer on a house. It’s a beautiful house but… it’s a foreclosure and the previous owners really didn’t give a crap about taking care of the carpet. Needless to say the carpet has to go and all the walls need to be washed and painted. Plus the yardwork. But I really can’t wait!
I think we’d use the gift card on power tools. It’d make my husband happy. :) And it seems more fun to use the gift card on something like that rather than on flooring that will stay in the house when we eventually move. At least this way we can pull out the power saw and go “awwww, remember when those nice blog people randomly choice us from over 1,000,000 entries? Good times…”
Take care!
Christy Lee says
GIMME THAT $500
crystal says
gimme that $500! bathroom remodel dreaming here too!
Marisa Leavitt says
GIMME THAT $500!
My husband and I are newly married and would love to spruce up the old apt. we are living in.
Keith Kirkland says
GIMME THAT $500
Perfect for some projects I have up my sleeve like redoing the fence
MeggyD says
GIMME THAT $500!!!
Hubs and I are closing on our first house this Thursday! It’s got amazing bones, but outdated. It’s ok, because we want to make it our own…over time. This $500 would put us closer to that “our own” feeling! We first put it towards the main full bathroom. It is currently pepto-pink…seriously.
You announce the winner on the day we move it… I hope it’s a great day for many reasons!!!
richard says
GIMME THAT $500!!! Papa needs a new glass mosaic backsplash!
Veronica says
GIMME THAT $500!!!!
We’ve been in our house now for a year and a half and haven’t had the money to fix up our front yard – $500 sure would help!
Mary Beth says
GIMME THAT $500! We have a empty shell waiting to be turned into a master bath-we will do all of the work ourselves!
bobby says
gimme that 500$ landscaping
Sara S says
Gimme that $500!! I have been washing dishes in the sink for months waiting for the cash to buy a new dishwasher.
Erin Lynn Young says
GIMME THAT $500? (why dance around it, right?)
I’d spend it on repainting our living room, adding new baseboards and a new ceiling fan, and maybe even getting the wood for the new book cases I’d like to add on the wall!
Jenne says
“GIMME THAT $500?, please! We really want to remodel are bathroom and kitchen, but not sure which one we would start with. Probably bathroom as it would be cheaper to do.
Mrs. Money says
GIMME THAT $500!
I would buy a new dishwasher *sigh*
Holly G says
GIMME THAT $500!! Treating my parents to some (much deserved) bathroom upgrades!
Stefanie says
Gimmie that $500!!! My master bath is need of serious help! $500 would come in handy!!!
Nancy says
GIMME THAT $500!!
I would use it to do new flooring in our basement and take it out of the 70’s!
Thanks for this great giveaway!
~Nancy
crystal says
gimme that 500! would love to use it to renovate our master suite!
Amanda says
GIMME THAT $500 !!!
Happy Blogiversary!
I would love to spend it on a decking out our home office for my husband – our one year anniversary is coming up :)
Kaleigha says
GIMME THAT $500!!!! My husband and I just bought a new home and need a multitude of things, especially a LAWNMOWER!!!!
shelby says
GIMME THAT $500
Too many options! Paint definitely… towards a bathroom redo maybe. hmmm.
Alisha Carpenter says
GIMME THAT $500
Wow, my husband and I would most likely put it into our guest bathroom. It is in desperate need of a makeover. It is the only part of our 80’s built home that still has all of the original parts in it..such as a turquoise toilet and tub..so it would be a nice start!
Erin says
GIMME THAT $500
My house is nearly 70 years old…needs A LOT of updating.
I need this.
Jacob says
GIMME THAT $500
I would use it to finish our roof top deck!!!!
Jill says
Gimme that $500 ! Ahhh projects. First off a compound miter saw since I tore my rotator cuff hand sawing waaaayyyy to much trim trying to save a buck or $150. Then I want to put bead board in my laundry room, railroaded for a different twist. Then wainscoting in the butler’s pantry. Oh and somehow our blower melted so probably should get a new one before these big oaks start dropping tons of leaves. Is that enough ideas ’cause I could keep going…
rebeccajs says
Gimmie that $500
I need to take down some walls…I think there is plenty of things I could buy that would help with this task :)
cebette murphy says
Gimme that $500
Ceiling fans for my porch and new screening. Or some siding… Or a new window…or paint…or…or…
Andrea says
GIMME THAT $500!
We are in the process of finishing our basement and that would be a big help!
Amanda (modernation) says
GIMME THAT $500
We would be able to take on one of our bigger projects like retiling the kitchen and bath. Seriously – you should see this mint chocolate chip colored tile we currently live with!
Happy Blogaversary!