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Young House Love » Giveaways » Fab Freebie: April Tools

| By John Petersik | April 1, 2013 | 7,817 Comments

Fab Freebie: April Tools

***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?

 HomeTalk Giveaway

  • 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.

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  1. Katie Rose says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    Tool Me!

    I totally need a new weed whacker!

    Reply
  2. Kelsie W says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    TOOL ME!

    I own a hammer, some nails and a sheet of sandpaper. So… I have a lot on my wish list! I’d start with a drill :)

    Reply
  3. brandi says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    TOOL ME!
    would really love a new nail gun to work on a play house im making my grandson for his birthday..

    Reply
  4. SHELLEY says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    Tool Me! We desperately need a new fence!

    Reply
  5. Megan Eagan says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    TOOL ME! We really need a nail gun to help in the re-model of our new fixer-uper we just purchased!

    Reply
  6. Sarah says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    Tool me! The only tool we own outside of your typical hammers, screwdivers, etc. is a corded drill. We beg, borrow, and steal the rest from family. We give them back of course….but yeah, we need everything. Sump pump would be great haha

    Reply
  7. Kelly says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    Tool Me! I need some sort of saw to tackle some outdoor wood projects, like fencing and cladding an ugly mailbox. Thanks!

    Reply
  8. Whitney says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    TOOL ME!

    I want an orbital sander to use on some furniture!

    Reply
  9. Jeanette Peters says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    TOOL ME! I’ve had my eye on a sander for a while – just acquired some new-to-me pieces of furniture that I would like to try my hand at!

    Reply
  10. Jan says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    TOOL ME!
    I want a magical mini handyman to use all the tools. Oh wait- if I can’t get that I would settle for a sander!

    Reply
  11. Elizabeth says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    TOOL ME!

    We’re doing a whole condo remodel and need a nail gun to get some trim installed!

    Reply
  12. Emily Skowronski says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    TOOL ME!!!

    The fiancee and I are about to begin an entire kitchen remodel! I believe we could use a wet saw the most!

    Reply
  13. jennifer hohn says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    TOOL ME!!!! need a table saw and circular saw – looking to build a combo radiator cover/bookshelves! WHAAAT!?!

    Reply
  14. Jennie says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    TOOL ME!

    I would love to splurge on a power sander ~ I take old furniture and refurbish it into fun things for kids like play kitchens, play tool benches and chalkboard tables… but I hate sanding!

    Reply
  15. Katie B. says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    Tool Me! I’ve been lusting after a Kreg for a while now. Ever since I saw how much you use yours, I’ve been wanting to build shelves, boxes, frames, EVERYTHING with it. :)

    Reply
  16. Alicia says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    TOOL ME! My husband is dying for a nail gun and a Kreg jig. Meanwhile, I’ve been checking out sewing machines

    Reply
  17. Sarah M. says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    TOOL ME!

    I need to new landscaping tools. I see new flowers beds in my future!!

    Reply
  18. Jannice says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    TOOL ME!

    With spring finally approaching, we need a new lawn mower!

    Reply
  19. Vickie says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    Tool me. I could use a wheelbarrow, tiller, sidewalk edger …. oh, just about anything for the outside.

    Reply
  20. Wehaf says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    TOOL ME! I’d like a Kreg jig so I can build some Ana White furniture.

    Reply
  21. Michelle says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    TOOL ME! I’ve been dying to get a Kreg Jig (along with the lovely crown molding jigamathingabobber you two used)! I have been sitting on plans for a dining room table made completely by yours truly for way too long!

    Reply
  22. Ali says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    Tool me!!! I would love to get some sort of power saw (handheld) so I can make angled cuts. I’ve been wanting to frame my bathroom mirror!!

    Reply
  23. Amanda says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    Tool Me!

    Reply
  24. brooke says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    TOOL ME!!! I would love a good quality paint sprayer…or a new sander! thanks!!!

    Reply
  25. Kris says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    Tool Me! We need supplies to remodel our only bathroom – it’s got peeling 60’s wallpaper, plastic tile on the walls, and a blue toilet. Help!

    Reply
  26. Kristin says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    TOOL ME!
    I really want a nail gun to complete some projects around house.

    Reply
  27. Lou says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    Tool me! You got me. Nail gun. Plenty of trimming needed, plus I have plans to build a chicken coop this summer.

    Reply
  28. Julia says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    Tool me! I would love to add to my yard tools.

    Reply
  29. Shannon says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    Tool Me! We need our master bathroom done like… yesterday! It’s almost non functional :( This would help make a dent!

    Reply
  30. LILIANA says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    TOOL ME! The backyard… it is a sad, sad, place. Great site for a makeover show or just soem DIY effort. :) I get daily e-mails from Hometalk. Good info.

    Reply
  31. Amz says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    TOOL ME! got my eyes on a paint sprayer for the living room!

    Reply
  32. Sarah Best says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    TOOL ME!

    I need a real size ladder to do things in the garage (like get items above the garage door, and for working outside the house. All I have is a step stool!

    Reply
  33. Jules says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    Tool Me!
    um I think I need a crowbar. Got a bathroom to demo/remodel ;) And then of course, some tiling tools, and plumbing tools, and oh man the snowball effects ;)

    Reply
  34. Gisela says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TOOL ME!

    We’re building our house from scratch! We’re about to start on interiors (after two months of “hard” stuff) so a nail gun would come in super handy. Yay for international freebies!

    Love from Buenos Aires,

    Gise

    Reply
  35. Julia says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TOOL ME! We desperately need a floor sander. Our house was built in 1945 and it’s hardwood floors are in serious need of some work.

    Reply
  36. Tracy says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TOOL ME! We don’t have much room to store large tools, but I am dying for a nail gun (especially after your post(s) about your new one!). Would love to tackle some board & batten in our guest room!

    Reply
  37. Cory says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TOOL ME

    I’m in need of an impact driver. At a certain point in your life, coincidental with moving out of an apartment and into a house, you find yourself screwing around a bit more with things and, since those things are a little tougher than IKEA furniture, you need something with more oomph than that little ol’ Ryobi.

    Reply
  38. Melissa says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TOOL ME! We need a brad nailer to start some trim projects!

    Reply
  39. samantha says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TOOL ME!

    we could really use a compound miter saw…or any saw really. we always have to borrow them from my dad when we need anything done!

    Reply
  40. Haley says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    Tool me!! We are still just beginners and would love to use the 500 to start building up some of the basics.

    Reply
  41. Sally says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    Tool Me! We need to fix the ceiling of our front porch.

    Reply
  42. kevin says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    “TOOL ME” and tell us…i want a kreg jig and jigsaw

    Reply
  43. Valerie C. says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TOOL ME! I’ve been drooling over a nail gun, a router and a billion other things for our first home; we close on Friday!

    Reply
  44. Tracy P. says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TOOL ME! Nail gun, for sure. I’d like to put in some shoe molding — not sure why the previous owners didn’t do that when they put down the hardwood floors!

    Reply
  45. Beth says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TOOL ME!!!
    I need some outdoor stuff to spruce up our yard.

    Reply
  46. Stephanie says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TOOL ME! My husband says we need several things for our fence project. :)

    Reply
  47. David says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TOOL ME! I have been hankering for a mitre saw for a while – this would make it happen!

    Reply
  48. Cecilia says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TOOL ME!!!

    We just bought a new house and will need all the new tools we can get!

    Reply
  49. Tina says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TOOL ME!!

    I want a tool that can help me make a DIY door desk… a good saw and or sander !

    Tina

    Reply
  50. Michelle says

    April 1, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TOOL ME! I have a lot of tools, what I need is some lumber to build some projects!

    Reply
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