Friday, August 28, 2009

Alaskan Bargain Hunter EARLY winner and new giveaway!




Okay, I have to admit it is official that I only have one week left in a giveaway and I have EXACTLY two entrants. That my friends constitutes as a "Giveaways failure" I'm going to call it. So, I'm using my "blogger Godlike status" in this case to just close the giveaway early and move on!

So, I went to Random.org and just used the little widget to pick a random number 1 or 2. It chose 2. Then I flipped a coin and got tails. So, it is official...

buswellj, you are the winner of the either the Fabric Sweeper for pethair OR the 2 cans of formula. So please e-mail me and let me know which you want.

Okay, to help alleviate my injured pride over such a monstorous failure of a giveaway, this time around I'm giving away something everyone could use. Money. Or, at least money in the form of a 10.00 Target giftcard!

Per usual, this is a month long giveaway. It will start today August 28th and go through September 28th. At that point I'll pick a winner and mail off your card to you. And yes, this is open to all legal residents of the United States. So, go for it!

So, what do you have to do to enter? Just leave a comment on this post on what you would do with a 10.00 Target giftcard. And that's it!

Enjoy and good luck!

102 comments:

BEFFY! said...

haha! you're funny! i don't have a pet and don't use formula, so that's why i didn't enter your last giveaway. i DO however...shop at target! i'd certainly turn that 10.00 gift card into some serious money, and use it to buy at least 50.00 worth of stuff for only 10.00 after coupons and matchups!!! :)

Jessica @ Alaska's Best Grocery Deals said...

I only wish I could know what was going to be on sale a month from now! Hmmm...$10 at Target could go a really long way! How about this I will post pictures of what I buy if I win! Thanks Erika! When I get home tonight I will post about the giveaway on my blog.

Life in My Land said...

$10 at Target, I'd probably use it to buy my daughter Easy Mac. She wants to take it every day in her new thermos, it stays warm too. Sounds like a great give away.

Slightly Hippieish Mama said...

Count me in....$10 at Target is bliss!! Love the site, you've now become a favorite in my book!

Erin said...

I'd probably buy some new lunch containers with it. I wish they had a Target here in the Interior, but I travel to Anchorage pretty often, and it's nice to have one in state.

Renee G said...

Let's see--- I'd probably stop by Target and pick up some early Halloween Candy.
rsgrandinetti@yahoo(Dot)com

Liberty said...

I could use a new purse :)

Jennifer said...

I think I would have to splurge and buy something just for me :) Shoes perhaps.

Unknown said...

LOL I don't have a dog or baby either. Target GC...hmm, as much as I could get between clearance items and whatever deals. Great thing about the GC (vs. RR) is no expiration and don't have to use it all at one time!
calster@gci.net

juniorsmom said...

always count me in. i love your giveaways!!!!

Unknown said...

i would buy nappies or my last can of fourmala as my baby is 39 days away from real milk cant wait

Kathryn said...

I would get a pack of diapers or maybe something fun from the art/craft department for my kiddos. Thanks!

Laura said...

I'd get some makeup!!

Lori Sifuentes said...

Thanks for the chance to win! I would probably just stock up on groceries. They have so many deals.

Thanks!

Erin said...

So many good ideas! I think I'd get a new throw pillow for the couch... or some new lipstick. :)

katie said...

I love Target, so I would love the gift card! I think I would put it towards a great pair of shoes:)

Z said...

I love Target! $10 isn't much, but it can go a long way at Target. Thanks for giving us a chance to win!

I'd probably get new gym shoes for my older daughter if I win :)

Dolphin Girl said...

I love Target. I was just there this morning. I would probably use the card for my regular target shopping, although I might just splurge with it and buy myself something to decorate my house. A cute wall hanging.

Christian Frugal Mama said...

Ha. I hear ya. Thanks for the Target giveaway though! I'd probably use it on the Target brand diapers, I love their quality for the money.

Veronica said...

Hmm..let's see..with $10 at Target, I would probably have to say I would spend it on my kids or my baby. They are always, ALWAYS wanting something so I am sure that could put it to good use :)

Pat said...

I'd put it toward some bamboo sheets I've had my eye on.
pkildow at gmail dot com

JC said...

I could use some new shirts!

E said...

i've been to target once....hmmm...i'd stock up on some freebies after coupons! :-)

~eunice
rsmile2u @dejazzd .com

Anonymous said...

there is a cute little cloth green/tan bag for $12.99, i'm sure it will be marked down to $10 come end of September :) what a nice bday gift for myself.

Steph said...

I would buy a Play-Doh Coco Nutty Monkey for my kiddos.

ms0812@zoominternet.net

Jawan said...

With a giftcard to Target, I would probably buy myself a CD. For too long I've spent my giftcards on diapers and wipes and such. Not this time, uh-uh.

Jennifer said...

I go to Target all the time, causing me to go over my grocery budget :( There are just too many things that I just HAVE to have. Haha, maybe with this gift card I can stay under my budget. Thanks so much for this great giveaway!

Jenn
jennifer.overy@mchsi.com
http://thedaysofasahm.blogspot.com

Laci J said...

With $10. at Target I'd definately use coupons to stretch it, but I'd probably buy something for my soon to be first born. Laci

Honey said...

How 'bout a new purse for me!? The $1 (garage sale) one I am carrying right now isn't cutting it. Thanks!

Cocoa Lover said...

I would use it to buy Christmas presents. . .I can't believe it is September already.

Anonymous said...

Diapers.
Thanks for the giveaway!

Anonymous said...

Stuff for the apartment. Would love some Swiffer stuff!
Thanks for doing the giveaway!
-Leslie
carykhepburn@yahoo.com

Rebekah said...

What a great giveaway. Thank you for hosting this.

I'd use the gift card as part of a Christmas gift for one of my sisters. I'm trying to gather one gift card/gift certificate for each month of 2010 so that she gets a new one - to a new place - each month. :)

artistryalar @ gmail.com

Shelly said...

Kids clothes. Their clearance prices are the best around.... Thanks for all the tips...

Unknown said...

$10 at Target can go a long ways! I would probably buy something cute for one of my daughters! Or maybe a book for me! Thanks!
horam43009@gmail.com

jrs said...

I'd spend the $10 gift card on dog treats!

Kristin said...

groceries
norton_kristin at yahoo dot com

Tammy said...

I would get some Fall decorations!
www.tammydaily.blogspot.com

lunyuny said...

I am new to the coupon game. With three boys it would go to groceries. Using my new knowledge of course on the savings LOL

lories said...

Hi, I hear target has these cool organizers where you cn plug all your chargers in, like for your cell phone or ipods and then it is all out of the way. I would use this coupon towards one of these to try and keep all this stuff out of the way.

Unknown said...

I'm a new reader and interested in this new way to cut costs.I love Target for clothes for my grandchildren as well as things for us. Great site!
I will check in to look for savings...sorry I didn't log in earlier I have pets and lot of pet hair to deal with..
Kathy

One Cryptic Mama said...

Well, not very exciting, but I'd probably buy either diapers or pull ups with a $10 g/c! thanks.

onecrypticmama AT yahoo DOT com

Moriel said...

I'd buy clothes--I'm...kind of addicted to clothes shopping? Cheap clothes though, I almost always buy on clearance, and Target's clearance is often pretty good. A $10 card might get me a couple clearance shirts or one slightly more expensive shirt.

Crystal said...

With $10 at Target, I would love to say I would spend it on myself, but more than likely it would probably go towards the kids. Maybe something for Halloween, that would be fun. ;)

Unknown said...

$10 at Target... I would put that toward new rugs because my dog has chewed up my old ones and I can't bring myself to buy new onew yet.

Coupon Gal said...

Thanks for the opportunity! I apprecite you offering this to your readers!

Hazel said...

A combination of a 10 dollar gift card, manufactour and Target coupon would sure make for some great deals. As well as maybe 10 bucks off a Winter coat for my 7 year old who was overlooked during clearance time last spring. Thanks for the opportunity to win $.

Unknown said...

With a $10 giftcard I'd get my daughter a new book.

Unknown said...

I would buy some Enfamil Prenatal Vitamins and then send in for the Enfamil rebate (up to $13.99). And then when I get the rebate refund check....I would buy a container of Tasters Choice coffee because with a new baby, I will need alot of coffee.
Tifflonn@yahoo.com

Lisa said...

I would probably use the $10 gift card to buy some groceries.

johnsongm said...

well, it depends what special deals are going on at the time. usually grocery.

Anonymous said...

I'm saving up Target gift cards to buy a mixer as a graduation gift to myself in May.

Julie said...

I'd buy some baby wipes. I have six little kids. Their wipes are my favorite.

Amanda Kay said...

I would buy a new shirt. Change of season and I really have nothing to wear!!

Holly said...

i would use it to buy something cute for the new baby on the way! thanks for the chance!

matthollycart@gmail.com

Unknown said...

I would use it to buy my soon-to-arrive grandson a nice present.

Kait Palmer said...

I would probably pick out a fun new toy for my dog--he likes puzzles!

girlfrugal said...

I'd probably use it to buy a prepaid phone so I can stop paying a monthly and too expensive phone bill!

Eliza said...

LOVE Target! I hope I win! I would love to buy anything, and see how far my $10 could stretch!

Connie said...

I would let my daughter use it to get a new top or use it toward pants.

Laura said...

What would I do? Oh goodness...so many choices! I'd probably ending up using it for one of my twice-monthly (or so) Target runs to pick up the deals.

Sarah said...

I would use the gift card to buy diapers or clothes for my little guy! He always needs something!

Christine said...

A $10.00 gift card would be socked away to go toward a Christmas present for one of our 4 kids.

dazed1821@aol.com
Christine

annsu said...

I'll prob spend it on some children's clothes!

Ann

anncsu.biz@gmail.com

Tracey said...

Hmmm...could be girls' clothes or shoes...or more likely stuff from their dollar spot!!

Unknown said...

I would buy something for myself! I never do that when I am bargain hunting at Target!

Tina said...

I would use if for me for a change! I really need a new purse and this would help.
TinaP
tinajanet1@verizon.net

My Favorite Deals said...

Sorry your first giveaway was a failure...I would have entered if I knew about it!

I saw this one thanks to your post on Money Saving Mom!

Amy's Blah, Blah, Blogging said...

Only 2? Wow, people must not have known because it just seems like everyone enters every contest I do. :) You are right though, Target makes people come running...including me! I'd probably buy $10 worth of something clearance or dollar spot.

Savin Cents said...

I've been planning on buying a baby blopper and would love to get $10.00 to help pay part of it!

Unknown said...

I'd probably use it on groceries.

shortcrazypanda at yahoo dot com

Wendy said...

I think I'd probably find something for myself that I really wanted since there's not much opportunity to do that these days!

Anonymous said...

I would use it to buy myself my favorite fall fashion staple: a solid colored long-sleeved t shirt!

Ellie W
fcorin13 at yahoo dot com

Julie said...

I would buy myself a watch :)

aunteegem@yahoo.com

Kathy Rambousek said...

Wow - a Target g/c would be considered a treat. I start by lookng for some cute, fall decorations, and then check out some accessories.

jen said...

Target. I'd have to say I'd try to find a great picture frame.

PlainJame said...

I'd use it for cereal; Target has the best prices for my favorite brand. (I know--so exciting.)

jmb715(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

jamie

senovia said...

lol I guess the newspaper article helped your blog get some readers. You definitely have more than 2 entries this time! :) I think I would buy something cute for my kitchen. :)

Unknown said...

I would use the target giftcard to buy baby items for the baby that my husband and I will hopefully conceive soon!

Amy said...

Diapers or a book for myself.
amybds (at) yahoo (dot) com

Kristen said...

I would use it towards a new pair of jeans. i am in need! Thanks for the giveaway!

Kristen.Lee17@gmail.com

Kim said...

I would buy some more cheap cereal so I could get another gift card!

kimberlycoe@hotmail.com

Kirsten said...

i love target. i would use it on one of my many shopping sprees to target to buy whatever awesome deals they have that day

chericehodges said...

Get some diapers! Thanks for the chance.

Laura said...

Looks like you have more entries now! :-) I'd love to finally buy some sandals before they completely vanish from stores. I've been looking all summer!

Shelley said...

I would apply it to my 44lb bag of dog food that I buy every 2-3 weeks. Thanks!
Mrspoofa(at)aol.com

Unknown said...

I would use it to buy baby wipes. How Fun!

Rebecca said...

I would buy some baby soap and wipes.

Jessica said...

I'd love to win a gift card for Target.. I would save it for Christmas shopping!

Unknown said...

Well, the other day i got 123.22 worth of merchandise at Target for .29!!! so this would definitley last me a month or so of the money i spend that coupons cant cover!! i love target!

britneywilkins@austin.rr.com

Sally said...

Put it towards a shower curtain.

timmygrrl13 AT aol DOT com

Beth said...

I would buy my daughter a Strawberry Shortcake toy. She loves them!!

lucky832@gmail.com

gingers100 said...

With 5 kids I can find something at Target....


gingers100@yahoo.com

Cori Westphal said...

Shoes. Shoes. Shoes! I love the perfectly prices shoes at Target yet I never seem to have an extra $10 I want to spend on shoes. This would be my perfect excuse! I promise I won't spend it on toilet paper! LOL

SarahJane said...

I'd send it to my sister who's adopting a baby.

Anonymous said...

What a great giveaway! Looove Target. Thanks for doing the giveaway!
-Leslie
carykhepburn@yahoo.com

CC said...

I love Target! I'd use it to help buy some new pajamas! :)

speechforme at gmail

Anonymous said...

I would probably get cat litter
digicat{AT}sbcglobal{DOT}net

Unknown said...

A $10.00 gift card would take care of one Xmas present for one of the ladies I work with.

Unknown said...

I'd buy 7th Gen products :)

Write Moments said...

Thanks to all your advice, I would create a list of things we need based on Target flyer ad, use my printable coupons and get as much out of that money as I could!

shaynadgreen said...

Baby wipes. We always need baby wipes