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Family Home & Garden

Introduction To Birding: A Growing Family Activity

Ace Hardware has provided me with the products used within this project. I was also compensated for my time and this blog post. All opinions and positions expressed here are my own and do not necessarily reflect those of Ace Hardware.

Did you know that bird watching is the #2 most popular hobby in America? I’ve loved watching birds since I was a kid and I’m excited that my kids have grown up enjoying it as well. We’ve always had at least one bird feeder in our yard and over the years have enjoyed the watching the birds fly in and out. At least once a week you’ll see one of us grab a camera to take a photo of a bird or two or three, even Kora & Logan! When they see a bird they love they are quick to grab their cameras to snap a picture.

Since we all love birds, I’ve always wanted to get more feeders and expand our bird watching area. That’s why I was excited to take a recent trip to Ace Hardware as an Ace Birding Blogger.

Ace Birding Blogger

The birding section is full of all kinds of wonderful feeders, seed, birdhouses, and more. I was amazed at all the choices!

Bird Feeders Ace Hardware

Bird Baths Ace HardwareDave and I wandered the aisles for quite awhile trying to decide what would be a good fit.

Bird Food 2 Ace Hardware

Bird Watching Ace HardwareTo be honest we would have loved to take home one of everything!

Bird Seed Ace Hardware

ummingbird Feeders Ace

Bird Houses Ace HardwareWe were pleasantly surprised at the prices of everything and we did end up with a great haul. Here’s a look at just some of the things we bought for our new bird watching area:

Bird WatchingThe first thing that stood out was this beautiful bird bath.

Bird BathIsn’t it gorgeous? It’s so bright and cheery in the sun. There were many other designs to choose from but we were drawn to the gorgeous peacock design and we’ve received a number of compliments on it already. Now we are just waiting for it to warm up so the birds can start enjoying it too!

Next up was this unique double shepherds hook adorned with little bird silhouettes. I’ve never seen anything like it, and as soon as I saw it I knew it would look wonderful in our bird watching area holding up our feeders.

Shpeherds Hooks Ace Hardware

Shepherds Hook Birds

When you are setting up your feeders, one thing to keep in mind is squirrels. They are incredibly crafty and daring when it comes to finding ways to eat your bird food. We had a feeder recently that they just loved. It was becoming more of a squirrel feeder than a bird feeder. My mom had suggested spraying the stand we had it on with cooking spray. We would do so and it would work for awhile but sure enough they figured out how to jump and scale the pole so quickly that they could make it to the top and shimmy down to eat the bird food.

The answer to our problem was waiting for us in the bird watching aisle at Ace – a Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder!

Squirrel Proof Feeders Ace HardwareWhen a squirrel climbs on it or dangles from the top, it’s weigh causes the outside of the bird feeder to go down just enough that it covers the holes where the food comes out. The birds are light enough that they can still eat normally, but the squirrels are defeated! After putting this feeder up we watched squirrel after squirrel try to get the food out and give up. We were so happy that our feeder has gone back to the birds that we picked up two!

CardinalWe also bought a Peanut feeder that we filled with bluebird suet nuggets in the hopes of attracting bluebirds. While we haven’t seen any bluebirds yet, the woodpeckers have really liked it.WoodpeckerA good finch feeder was a must buy on our list too. We were excited about this one because it has lots of perches for the finches to stand on and the bottom is angled so no food is wasted or goes bad. We were very excited to see how happy our finches have been with this feeder. They are a true spring welcome with their bright yellow colors!

Four FinchesI also picked up these decorative hanging hooks. They are beautiful and sparkle in the sun. They add a bit a whimsy and color to our bird watching area.

Decorative Hanging Hooks

You can see them in the photo above of the shepherd’s hook holding the feeders.

As for bird food, we were very happy with all the choices we found at Ace. We picked up a Wild Delight Nut & Berry mix to attract a variety of birds, mealworms which the birds really love, as well as Ultra Wild Finch Bird Blend Bird Seed and Nyjer seed which the finches can’t get enough of.

While it’s fun to set up a bird watching area it’s important to make filling the feeders simple. If it becomes a chore you are less likely to keep them filled and then it’s more difficult to keep the birds coming back. That’s why I was excited to pick up this hand scoop and seed dispenser. They have made filling the feeders a breeze which keeps our birds coming back.

With all these new items for our bird watching area we’ve had a lot to watch the last few days. Here’s a few photos of our happy birds.

Woodpecker Close Up

Finch

Female Cardinal

Bird Bath & Woodpecker

Here are a few tips from Ace for setting up your own bird watching area:

  • If you are setting up a new feeder, you may have to wait a few weeks for the birds to discover it. This was true for us. I remember getting our first feeder and wondering if the birds would ever come.
  • To help the birds find the feeder faster, put a shiny pan with some seed in it underneath the feeder to attract birds in flight.
  • Keep the seed clean and dry and watch for mold.
  • Place bird feeders in locations that do not provide hiding places for cats and other predators.

For more tips visit: Ace Get Inspired

Ace

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About Tesa Nicolanti

I’m Tesa, the mom behind 2 Wired 2 Tired, a blog named after our two kids born a year apart, who my husband and I always said were too wired, leaving us too tired. :) Since 2009, I’ve shared tips on family, travel, and tech, with coffee always in hand. Now, as the kids head to college, 2 Wired 2 Tired continues as a place for family travel ideas, helpful gadgets, and insights on keeping family life fun and easy.

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Comments

  1. Sarah Mayer says

    May 9, 2016 at 3:57 pm

    I would love to buy a new birdbath!

  2. Kaitlin says

    May 9, 2016 at 3:17 pm

    I would buy some paint, to paint my sons room!

  3. Ty says

    May 9, 2016 at 12:12 pm

    I would get a bird bath, a new bird house along with some garden decorations.

  4. Rajee Pandi says

    May 9, 2016 at 2:04 am

    I want to buy bird bath and other garden stuffs

  5. Angela Hendricks says

    May 8, 2016 at 11:02 pm

    If I won I would love to buy exactly what you wrote about up above! I would love to get some bird feeders and a bird bath. Maybe some pretty flowers and planters to go with it. I live out in the country and we have lots of birds out here but I have yet to get a bird bath or feeder for them. I did put up one bird house but would love to buy more.

  6. Betty C says

    May 8, 2016 at 10:57 pm

    I would buy paint to freshen up my bedroom.

  7. BRYAN E. says

    May 8, 2016 at 10:57 pm

    We would buy a bird bath & stand !

  8. Aaron says

    May 8, 2016 at 10:19 pm

    I would buy a kitchen faucet with my Ace Hardware gift card!

  9. AEKZ2 says

    May 8, 2016 at 9:45 pm

    I would buy some paint for my daughter’s room

  10. Birdiebee says

    May 8, 2016 at 8:59 pm

    I commented on the post: 5 Simple Summer Vacation Suggestions

  11. Karen Deva says

    May 8, 2016 at 8:48 pm

    I would buy painting supplies (paint, brushes, rollers, paint trays, etc.) and repaint the bathrooms in my house. I would also buy some birdseed for my backyard bird feeder.

  12. Iliana Blair says

    May 8, 2016 at 8:39 pm

    Definitely bird food for my winged friends.

  13. Amber S. says

    May 8, 2016 at 8:31 pm

    I love that bird bath! If I win, I’ll definitely have to see what kind of bird baths our store has.

  14. Eugenia Hall says

    May 8, 2016 at 8:16 pm

    I think I’d get some bird feeders for my Mom’s cat to watch the birds at.

  15. Jan olson says

    May 8, 2016 at 6:18 pm

    Gardening supplies for a bird friendly yard, yes!

  16. Trisha McKee says

    May 8, 2016 at 4:40 pm

    I would get some gardening supplies and prepare for a wonderful summer.

  17. Kimberly Hilbert says

    May 8, 2016 at 3:52 pm

    My husband is always getting something at the hardware store. He likes Ace better than the bigger stores. If nothing else we’ll get hummingbird food and possibly a few more feeders. They tell us when it’s empty by peeking into the windows or doing fly-bys if we’re outside and the feeder is low or empty.

  18. Terri Irvin says

    May 8, 2016 at 2:33 pm

    I am a die-hard gardener so I would buy all kinds of garden supplies. We have a natural wildlife garden that is certified, so I would buy seed for the birds as well.

  19. Nancy Bruss says

    May 8, 2016 at 11:01 am

    Our Ace Hardware is so fancy. If it didn’t have screwdrivers and lightbulbs I would never even know it was a hardware store. Love it!!!!

  20. Kate Newton says

    May 8, 2016 at 10:59 am

    We just had a brand new Ace Hardware here in McKinleyville, California. It’s huge and awesome! I’d definitely be headed for their yard art section! They have awesome plaques, gazing balls and statues! Thank you so much for the opportunity to win!

  21. Janice Cooper says

    May 8, 2016 at 10:44 am

    I would buy some paint for our picket fence

  22. clynsg says

    May 8, 2016 at 10:14 am

    I would get some birdhouses and feeders–we have some lovely birds in the area and I would like to encourage them in the area.

  23. Rachel says

    May 8, 2016 at 9:38 am

    I would buy gardening tools.

  24. Cindy A. says

    May 8, 2016 at 9:25 am

    I would buy Amy Howard chalk paint for a bedroom set I want to redo. Thank you so much for the giveaway!

  25. Kayla says

    May 8, 2016 at 9:03 am

    I’d buy a garden hose.

  26. Leanne Godfrey says

    May 8, 2016 at 8:55 am

    I would buy some more supplies to redo my fencing! Have a super weekend!

  27. Erin says

    May 8, 2016 at 2:57 am

    I would buy supplies for a faerie garden full of herbs & hummingbird & butterfly friendly plants with a lovely bird bath in the middle.

  28. Amy Deeter says

    May 8, 2016 at 1:20 am

    i would get some things to start out my garden in the backyard

  29. Barbara says

    May 8, 2016 at 12:29 am

    I would buy a couple of large pots to complete my container garden, then I’d find some bird feeders and accessories. I need to replace the open tray feeder I have because after a few years the wood is getting a little mildewy. I’d like a shepherd’s hook for my deck railing and if I can find one, a pretty water bowl.

    Hmm, maybe I’ll need more than $150. :)

  30. Dorothy Deakyne says

    May 7, 2016 at 11:58 pm

    I would buy compost for my garden

  31. BILL HOFF says

    May 7, 2016 at 11:51 pm

    We would buy mulch and potting soil

  32. Breanne says

    May 7, 2016 at 11:41 pm

    I would buy a wheelbarrow.

  33. Paula Michele Hafner says

    May 7, 2016 at 11:12 pm

    I would use it to buy more supplies to add onto my chicken coop. I want to add a large, movable run.

  34. Peggy Rydzewski says

    May 7, 2016 at 11:08 pm

    Any yard decorations for sure. either bird bath or bird feeder

  35. Courtnie Miller says

    May 7, 2016 at 10:41 pm

    I’d buy some gardening tools!

  36. aaron rec k says

    May 7, 2016 at 10:37 pm

    I do I like the bird feeders so I would get something like that.

  37. Melissa Hartley says

    May 7, 2016 at 9:43 pm

    I would give this gift card to my sons’ Grandpa Bill..he would love it!
    Thank you.

  38. Tara Woods says

    May 7, 2016 at 9:27 pm

    I would buy a new mailbox or a couple of lawn chairs.

  39. Kim Keithline says

    May 7, 2016 at 9:09 pm

    If I won the gift card I would use it for things for my garden like mulch, fertilizer a new hose etc

  40. Carolyn Daley says

    May 7, 2016 at 9:01 pm

    I would actually give the gift card to my brother instead of using it to buy something.

  41. Derrick Johnson says

    May 7, 2016 at 7:35 pm

    I would buy gardening tools and household pest supplies.

  42. Susan Smith says

    May 7, 2016 at 5:53 pm

    I would use the GC get some plants and gardening supplies for my garden.

  43. Jennifer Dunaway says

    May 7, 2016 at 3:44 pm

    I would buy gardening supplies for my garden.

  44. Robin says

    May 7, 2016 at 3:36 pm

    I would probably buy some lawn equipment.

  45. Jennifer J says

    May 7, 2016 at 3:34 pm

    I think I would buy some bird feeders and seed, and maybe some flowers to plant in the yard. Thank you!

  46. Leslie Rathbun says

    May 7, 2016 at 9:22 am

    I would get some birdfeeders

  47. cathy marsh casper says

    May 7, 2016 at 7:20 am

    I nees so many things but I think I would buy paint

  48. Kristi C says

    May 7, 2016 at 5:08 am

    I would get some new plants and flowers for my yard. It is time for new landscaping.

  49. joe gersch says

    May 7, 2016 at 4:43 am

    I would get some canning jars

  50. autumn bb says

    May 7, 2016 at 1:49 am

    i need to tune up some pieces of lawnmower

  51. shelly peterson says

    May 7, 2016 at 12:16 am

    I would get some outdoor furniture.

  52. Francine Anchondo says

    May 6, 2016 at 11:42 pm

    I would buy some tools

  53. Daniel M says

    May 6, 2016 at 6:13 pm

    probably materials to fix our deck

  54. Vera says

    May 6, 2016 at 6:12 pm

    I would use it to buy a bench swing for my front porch.

  55. susan smoaks says

    May 6, 2016 at 3:16 pm

    i would get some plants and flowers to plant in my yard.

  56. Stephanie Larison says

    May 6, 2016 at 3:07 pm

    My oldest came home from school so excited about planting things in the classroom so I think it would be fun to get the supplies from Ace to get our own little garden going. Something fun for her and I to do together.

  57. brandy c says

    May 6, 2016 at 12:58 pm

    I would buy some lawn supplies.

  58. Janice F. says

    May 6, 2016 at 9:50 am

    I love feeding the birds and watching them, any time, any place. It would be nice to own feeder that squirrels can’t get to, plus a beautiful, colorful bird bath. Those are the first items I would buy, along with bird feed.

  59. Will G says

    May 6, 2016 at 7:22 am

    I would buy tools.

  60. Birdiebee says

    May 6, 2016 at 3:19 am

    I would buy a BBQ grill (as someone stole mine from the patio) and paint to refresh my walls.

  61. Janine H says

    May 6, 2016 at 2:21 am

    I’d buy a new toolset

  62. Stephanie Phelps says

    May 6, 2016 at 12:49 am

    I would get the Jack-Post® Country Garden Hi-Back Glider so I can watch the birds in my yard!

  63. Ellie Wright says

    May 6, 2016 at 12:40 am

    I would buy a new kitchen faucet.

  64. Karrie says

    May 5, 2016 at 11:48 pm

    I would buy paint to redo the outside of my house

  65. Ellen Casper says

    May 5, 2016 at 10:51 pm

    I would buy bird feeders and seed for them

  66. Steve Weber says

    May 5, 2016 at 9:54 pm

    I would get some paint and paint supplies so we can finish our kitchen.

  67. Austin Baroudi says

    May 5, 2016 at 4:38 pm

    This would actually be a gift for my moms boyfriend. Thanks so much for the chance!

  68. Marty C says

    May 5, 2016 at 3:18 pm

    A weed whacker for me and some kind of flag for my daughter.

  69. Erica B. says

    May 5, 2016 at 12:07 pm

    I would let my husband get a new tool he’s been wanting.

  70. Penny Snyder says

    May 5, 2016 at 7:42 am

    I would buy garden tools!!~

  71. Kyl Neusch says

    May 4, 2016 at 11:57 pm

    buy paint to paint living room

  72. Katie K says

    May 4, 2016 at 8:58 pm

    I would get a digital doorbell and some air filters for the house

  73. robyn paris says

    May 4, 2016 at 7:51 pm

    I would buy paint to paint my bedroom.

  74. katherine says

    May 4, 2016 at 6:58 pm

    I would buy new garden tools hoe rake, headge trimmers clippers

  75. Dana Rodriguez says

    May 4, 2016 at 6:48 pm

    I really like the birdbath you got. I need some new patio furniture and gardening supplies.

  76. suzanne says

    May 4, 2016 at 3:24 pm

    I might get some patio furniture or planters.

  77. Nancy M says

    May 4, 2016 at 1:37 pm

    would buy stuff for a new (i hope) home and presents for friends

  78. Tamra H says

    May 4, 2016 at 11:58 am

    I need to replace some boards in our deck, so I would buy some supplies for that!

  79. Karen M says

    May 3, 2016 at 11:59 pm

    I would buy some type of water feature, possibly a solar fountain. Thanks

  80. Jay French says

    May 3, 2016 at 11:45 pm

    I’d enjoy a new grill. I’ve got my eye on one at the neighborhood Ace.

  81. Evans B. says

    May 3, 2016 at 11:26 pm

    I would definitely buy more bird feeders, hummingbird feeders and feeds for them. And other gardening essentials :)

  82. Jennifer Marie says

    May 3, 2016 at 10:30 pm

    I would buy solar lights for outside.

  83. Cassandra Eastman says

    May 3, 2016 at 9:14 pm

    I would use it to get some patio furniture for our backyard, and some flowers for our garden!

  84. Michelle Richardson says

    May 3, 2016 at 4:55 pm

    If I won an Ace Hardware gift card I would use it to buy supplies to fix the lock on our front door and for some plants!

  85. Christie says

    May 3, 2016 at 4:00 pm

    I need to paint my house so I would buy exterior pain.t

  86. tammy shelton says

    May 3, 2016 at 3:25 pm

    I would buy some camping stuff.

  87. carol says

    May 3, 2016 at 2:06 pm

    I would buy some gardening supplies

  88. Danielle Marie says

    May 3, 2016 at 4:14 am

    i would buy paint and wood to make a table for my house.

  89. Allison Swain says

    May 3, 2016 at 2:52 am

    I would purchase supplies to repair two of our knobless doors in the house

    Thanks for the chance to win

  90. Tabathia B says

    May 2, 2016 at 11:48 pm

    One thing I am looking at is paint or I think I would get the Rubbermaid® Laundry Hamper

  91. Dawn Monroe says

    May 2, 2016 at 11:45 pm

    I would buy items we need to make a fire pit sitting area.

  92. Lauren says

    May 2, 2016 at 10:56 pm

    I would buy gardening supplies.

  93. Teresa Moore says

    May 2, 2016 at 7:27 pm

    I would purchase a couple raised garden beds and gardening tools and soil.

  94. Pat B says

    May 2, 2016 at 7:18 pm

    I’d get some paint – I want to repaint my bedroom

  95. Leigh Anne Borders says

    May 2, 2016 at 5:41 pm

    I would use it to buy some things that would help to brighten up my backyard. I want to entertain people but it needs some help.

  96. Tara says

    May 2, 2016 at 5:11 pm

    I would buy flower pots and seeds!

  97. Tracie Vandermeulen says

    May 2, 2016 at 2:46 pm

    I’ve been wanting some new hummingbird feeders!!!

  98. Nataly Carbonell says

    May 2, 2016 at 2:39 pm

    I would buy some gardening products. I want to have my back yard looking nice and fresh for summer. :)

  99. mita says

    May 2, 2016 at 2:03 pm

    I would buy some garden tools

  100. aubrey says

    May 2, 2016 at 2:00 pm

    I would buy some potting soil.

  101. ILona B. says

    May 2, 2016 at 12:12 pm

    We could use a new bird bath…bad weather ruined ours.

  102. Louly says

    May 2, 2016 at 12:00 pm

    I would buy some landscaping materials for the yard!

  103. Tarah says

    May 2, 2016 at 10:15 am

    We would use it to buy stuff for our vegetable garden. A soil thermometer, soil test, compost, all kinds of fun stuff! haha

  104. Ashley says

    May 2, 2016 at 9:53 am

    We need new lawn care items!

  105. Jeanna says

    May 2, 2016 at 9:51 am

    I would buy some new brick pavers for our side door! It’s a small project that i’ve been nagging my husband about!

  106. Julie Smith says

    May 2, 2016 at 9:01 am

    I’m growing an urban garden, so I would definitely use it to buy a feeder and also additional supplies for the raised bed and fence gardens I’m growing. Thanks for the chance to win!

  107. Seyma Shabbir says

    May 1, 2016 at 11:39 pm

    I would love to buy a new gas grill!

  108. Michelle S says

    May 1, 2016 at 9:08 pm

    I’m not sure exactly what I would buy, but something for the yard.

  109. Gina M says

    May 1, 2016 at 7:09 pm

    I would love to use it to buy garden soil and new stain for my deck.

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    wildorchid985 at gmail dot com

  110. Debbie Welchert says

    May 1, 2016 at 5:32 pm

    I would love to buy a new bird feeder for my yard. One that I can see out my window.

  111. Cheryl Larimer says

    May 1, 2016 at 5:08 pm

    I would get birding supplies and some cracked corn for the ducks too. They really do have a great selection at our local Ace also.

  112. Melissa Teears says

    May 1, 2016 at 3:15 pm

    I would get a new lawnmower

  113. HilLesha says

    May 1, 2016 at 2:45 pm

    I’d purchase some sanding supplies for my sander, plus garden-related items.

  114. Melissa S says

    May 1, 2016 at 1:13 pm

    I could use all new gardening handtools and new gardening gloves this year, I would start with thst if I won the giveaway.

  115. Debbie Clauer says

    May 1, 2016 at 12:12 pm

    I would buy some grass seed, furnace filters and some wild bird food and maybe a fancy feeder.

  116. carol clark says

    May 1, 2016 at 11:49 am

    id buy a chainsaw cause i need a tree cut down i keep thinking its gonna fall on my house so im not sure how id use it but i would have it so someone one could use so they can do it

  117. Richard Hicks says

    May 1, 2016 at 10:22 am

    I would buy some garden tools and new shears

  118. Crystal F says

    May 1, 2016 at 8:40 am

    I would get a bench to put out in the mulch in our backyard. Thank you!!

  119. Angie Bailey says

    May 1, 2016 at 7:49 am

    If I won, I’d buy a pressure washer.

  120. Christina G. says

    May 1, 2016 at 4:57 am

    I would buy a bird feeder and bird food if I won. Thanks for the giveaway!

  121. Rebecca Graham says

    May 1, 2016 at 3:44 am

    I would buy some paint.

  122. Brittney House says

    May 1, 2016 at 3:31 am

    I would love to buy a new birdbath!

  123. Susan Christy says

    April 30, 2016 at 11:51 pm

    I’ll buy flowers and shrubs.

  124. Patrice says

    April 30, 2016 at 11:01 pm

    Thank you for this interesting article. I had no idea Ace Hardware had such a nice selection of birding supplies. I’ll make a visit soon!

  125. Jennifer V says

    April 30, 2016 at 10:48 pm

    I would buy a finch feeder and a hummingbird feeder.

  126. Jillian Too says

    April 30, 2016 at 10:42 pm

    I would love to buy the Songbird Feeder that is squirrel-proof. I’d also like to have some new gardening gloves.

  127. Ellen B says

    April 30, 2016 at 10:32 pm

    I would get stuff for the backyard – definitely bird items too – I love to watch them.

  128. Emily Morelli says

    April 30, 2016 at 9:48 pm

    If I won, I’d get a patio dining set so that we could have dinners outside during the beautiful Spring and Summer weather.

  129. Heather Hayes Panjon says

    April 30, 2016 at 9:44 pm

    I Would Planters And Gardening Tools.

  130. Laura DeLuca says

    April 30, 2016 at 9:33 pm

    I would buy some herbs and gardening tools

  131. Kat says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:59 pm

    I would buy new grates for my grill with an Ace Hardware gift card. Thanks for the chance.

  132. Danielle Day says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:53 pm

    A bird bath.

  133. Christina Foley says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:43 pm

    Oh, I have never thought to look at Ace for bird feeders and accessories! Looks like they have a great selection, I would love to shop for some new bird feeders, seed and decor. We love feeding the birds, we have some wild parrots that are always so fun to watch

  134. Erika W. says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:41 pm

    If I won, I would use it to buy flowers and a new bird feeder.

  135. Barbara Montag says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:28 pm

    For starters I would buy a big bag of black sunflower seeds.
    I am a birder and have two feeders which I enjoy watching.
    thank you

  136. Kelly D says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:26 pm

    I would buy shelving for our garage.

  137. heather s says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:00 pm

    I would buy paint to spruce up the house

  138. Tom says

    April 30, 2016 at 7:40 pm

    I would buy grass seed and fertilizer

  139. Jessica Sudduth says

    April 30, 2016 at 7:21 pm

    If I won $150 ace hardware giftcards4life.com I would buy some paint to do some remodeling around the house!

  140. shanna says

    April 30, 2016 at 7:15 pm

    Bird bath and bird feeders! =)

  141. David says

    April 30, 2016 at 6:54 pm

    I would probably spend most of it on fertilizer and grass seed.

    I live in Nebraska and we see a ton of bluejays and cardinals.

  142. Candice says

    April 30, 2016 at 6:35 pm

    We love Ace and how friendly and helpful they are. I would love to get a fire pit.

  143. jules m. says

    April 30, 2016 at 6:33 pm

    i would get a bird feeder and some flowers to plant!

  144. LaTanya says

    April 30, 2016 at 4:40 pm

    I would get outdoor patio furniture

  145. Karla R. says

    April 30, 2016 at 4:31 pm

    I need knew door knobs for our new home!

  146. Christina Sparks says

    April 30, 2016 at 4:00 pm

    I would buy bird feeders and bird baths, my husband and I have been talking the last two weeks about getting some.

  147. Amy Orvin says

    April 30, 2016 at 3:59 pm

    I would buy bird seed and a new feeder.

  148. Jackie says

    April 30, 2016 at 3:46 pm

    I would love to buy a bird bath for the backyard. I love watching the birds in the summer.
    Thank you!

  149. Nancy M says

    April 30, 2016 at 2:33 pm

    would buy stuff for a new home (fingers crossed)

  150. Anna Pry says

    April 30, 2016 at 1:47 pm

    I would probably use it to get supplies for sealing the wood on our deck

  151. Serge B says

    April 30, 2016 at 1:37 pm

    I would buy some spring gardening supplies!

  152. Sus says

    April 30, 2016 at 1:10 pm

    Some outdoor plants and gardening supplies. Also, love the birdbath in the picture.

  153. Elle says

    April 30, 2016 at 12:32 pm

    I would buy things for gardening.

  154. nickie says

    April 30, 2016 at 12:28 pm

    I would buy a few garden supplies

  155. charlene says

    April 30, 2016 at 12:28 pm

    I love that bird bath . I would probably buy some paint for my daughters room .

  156. Laurajj says

    April 30, 2016 at 12:24 pm

    Oh I would love to buy some new planters and bird feeders for our garden! And ….probably some grass seed to put down in areas that need a little more grass.

  157. HS kraftmaking says

    April 30, 2016 at 11:38 am

    I will get Living Accents Green Folding Wood Adirondack Chair.

  158. Cheryl b says

    April 30, 2016 at 11:30 am

    I would purchase new tools to make my garden successful!

  159. shelly neuhouser says

    April 30, 2016 at 11:27 am

    I love Cardinals, so I would get things to attract more Cardinals!

  160. Leslie Kiley says

    April 30, 2016 at 11:19 am

    I would love to improve our yard! We have been here for 3 years and still have done nothing to the yard. It only has one tree and no plants. This would be a great start!!!!

  161. Cindy Merrill says

    April 30, 2016 at 11:14 am

    I use use the funds to buy gardening tools and equipment, I want to plant a garden this year.

  162. Jen R says

    April 30, 2016 at 10:51 am

    I would definitely buy some good quality bird seed if I won a gift from Ace Hardware.

  163. Suzanne K says

    April 30, 2016 at 10:12 am

    I would get a new hose to make it easier to water my butterfly bushes – they attract hummingbirds as well.

  164. Jennifer D says

    April 30, 2016 at 10:06 am

    I would buy painting supplies and paint to freshen up my space.

  165. Natalie F says

    April 30, 2016 at 9:47 am

    We just bought a house so we need just about everything. We would get rakes, a garden house, furnace filter. And some fun things like a bird house or outdoor lighting.

  166. Mami2jcn says

    April 30, 2016 at 9:20 am

    I would buy rocking chairs for our porch.

  167. Natalie says

    April 30, 2016 at 9:05 am

    I am moving to a new condo so I would use the gift card to buy paint to paint my living room.

  168. Tammy Woodall says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:44 am

    We are making our front deck into a screened porch. I would buy building supplies to complete the project.

  169. Elena says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:36 am

    I would buy paint

  170. Bridgett Wilbur says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:33 am

    I would buy some paint to paint my front porch.

  171. Nancy says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:30 am

    If I won, I might buy items to use in our summer garden: sprinkler hose, containers, etc.

  172. Lisa Brown says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:25 am

    I would give it to my husband so he can buy tools, and other supplies for this work.

  173. DeAnna Keller says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:23 am

    To start, I would buy some mulch for my front and back yard. I would also buy some fertilizer and hanging basket Shepherd hooks. I also would love a new wind chime and front door mat! I could go on, I love Ace Hardware!

  174. Sarah Hayes says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:22 am

    Id like to buy some paint for our kitchen

  175. Jennifer W says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:21 am

    I would probably buy some mulch and weed killer as the front yard is looking messy right now.

  176. Marcia Goss says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:20 am

    I would get my husband a new string trimmer for the yard. His old one broke.

  177. Vicki Wurgler says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:17 am

    I would get a bird bath. plus some large flower pots and shepherd hooks

  178. Kristie says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:07 am

    I think the bird feeders are great! I may get one after purchasing a new grass shears.

  179. Jeffrey says

    April 30, 2016 at 8:06 am

    We love Ace Hardware, they have just about everything you would need for small home repairs. The staff is always helpful and very knowledgeable too! We could use some new yard decorations and fertilizers for the grass and garden!

  180. Cynthia C says

    April 30, 2016 at 7:30 am

    I would get fertilizer and a new garden rake if I won.

  181. Tina W says

    April 30, 2016 at 4:10 am

    I would get some new hummingbird feeders and some pots to plant flowers in.

  182. Katie Usher says

    April 30, 2016 at 2:17 am

    MY local ACE store is my first look place..they carry unusual as well as the popular.

  183. Kristen says

    April 30, 2016 at 2:16 am

    I’d buy some cedar raised garden beds.

  184. elizabeth p says

    April 30, 2016 at 12:53 am

    I would pick an outdoor swing. Thanks for the chance.

  185. Jaque says

    April 29, 2016 at 11:23 pm

    I really need a new yard trimmer, my last one started smoking and stopped dead! Ugh! :-) Thank you.

  186. Stefanie Gladden says

    April 29, 2016 at 10:56 pm

    I would buy some new light fixtures for my bedroom!

  187. Sonya Morris says

    April 29, 2016 at 10:49 pm

    I would buy some a rake and shovel.

  188. Ashley C says

    April 29, 2016 at 10:34 pm

    I would love to buy some Adirondack style chairs I saw at out local Ace!

  189. Amanda Sakovitz says

    April 29, 2016 at 10:27 pm

    I would buy some things to redo my bathroom

  190. Julia Barnes says

    April 29, 2016 at 10:03 pm

    I would buy paint for our next home!

  191. Jessica To says

    April 29, 2016 at 10:02 pm

    I would buy paint and paint supplies.

  192. carol gentry says

    April 29, 2016 at 9:58 pm

    I would buy paint for our house.

  193. harolde says

    April 29, 2016 at 9:03 pm

    I would buy some weed killer and a sprayer.

  194. Kim Henrichs says

    April 29, 2016 at 9:02 pm

    I need so many random things here – light bulbs, paint and sand paper even bird feed.

  195. Melanie Dauterive says

    April 29, 2016 at 8:50 pm

    I would buy paint for my daughters room

  196. Thomas Murphy says

    April 29, 2016 at 8:48 pm

    I would buy some hand tools.

  197. Julie says

    April 29, 2016 at 8:06 pm

    I would buy hummingbird feeders

  198. angie says

    April 29, 2016 at 7:59 pm

    I would buy some paint supplies.

  199. Peter Grotsky says

    April 29, 2016 at 6:45 pm

    I need all new trash cans of all sizes for the outside and inside. Trash bags, mulch, plants are needed. This prize would go for all this.

  200. Mary Cloud says

    April 29, 2016 at 6:36 pm

    I would probably buy things we need around the house such as batteries, light bulbs and such

  201. Maralea says

    April 29, 2016 at 6:19 pm

    Oops…I meant Ace Hardware! :)

  202. Maralea says

    April 29, 2016 at 6:17 pm

    I would buy plants for my front porch. Our local True Value has lots of beautiful hanging baskets in their garden center.

  203. @SuzLanders says

    April 29, 2016 at 6:13 pm

    Love bird watching

  204. Adrienne Gordon says

    April 29, 2016 at 4:36 pm

    we could use a new table saw

  205. Ann Fantom says

    April 29, 2016 at 4:28 pm

    If I won, I would buy a bird feeder, bird feed, bird bath and a hummingbird feeder

  206. Sandy Klocinski says

    April 29, 2016 at 3:13 pm

    I would probably buy some grass seed

  207. Margaret Smith says

    April 29, 2016 at 2:48 pm

    I would get a weed wacker for my husband for Fathers Day. The one he had recently broke.

  208. patricia skinner says

    April 29, 2016 at 1:21 pm

    I would get a bird bath and some bird feed.

  209. McKim says

    April 29, 2016 at 12:51 pm

    I would put it towards a new lawn mower since ours is broken.

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