Cheesy gift... or not?

[elizabethann]

Cheesy? I think it's an awesome idea!

[Kfamr]

The thing is, I know she shops at Wal-Mart a lot. Maybe i'll just get her a few different Gift Cards. There aren't many Lowes around this area (that I know of), however there is a Home Depot or two.

About helping her paint, I'm sure it'll happen wether or not I bring up the offer.

[elizabethann]

What about an American Express gift card? You can use it anywhere credit cards are taken and American Express is taken almost everywhere. Just a thought.

[Kfamr]

What about an American Express gift card? You can use it anywhere credit cards are taken and American Express is taken almost everywhere. Just a thought.

I wasn't aware you could get those! I could just tell her my intent was for her to get something nice for her house. She's really excited about getting her first home, as anyone would be.


Do you know where i'd be able to get one?

[elizabethann]

Go to this link:

http://www10.americanexpress.com/sif...ection=cardnav

You may have to just copy & paste it into your browser.

[Samantha Puppy]

The American Express gift card is a great idea BUT if you end up opting for an actual store card, I'd still suggest Home Depot over Wal-Mart. I shop at Wal-Mart regularly too but for all my home improvement stuff, I go to Lowe's or Home Depot.

Great idea, Kay - and if you're giving these things out, I'll take one too!

[ramanth]

I think that's a great idea! Andy's brother just bought a home and we plan to give him gift cards for Home Depot.

[JenBKR]

Great idea! When we first bought our house we went to Lowe's and Home Depot every weekend! We still go alot, there are always projects that we are working on. She's love it

[Cinder & Smoke]

Go with the Home Depot card rather than the WalMart card ...

She may shop at WalMart NOW; but after she gets the House -
she'll find a lot more "house stuff" with a better selection at Home Depot!

BEWARE the American Express cards!
* They charge "extra" to buy the card = it costs YOU a few dollars MORE than it's
actually worth to your sister;
* After 12 months; the American Express card *looses* $2.00 a month in value!

A Home Depot card only costs what it's worth - there's no "fee" to buy it.
A Home Depot card has no "expiration" or monthly fee - Sis can hold onto it as
long as she wants to and it won't loose any of its value.

/s/ Phred

[anna_66]

I love gift cards so personally I think either is a good idea! I'm sure she's going to love it!

[beeniesmom]

Congratulations to your sister!
I think a gift card is a great idea. I'd go with a HOME DEPOT card.
When we closed on out first house, we went to Home Depot and/or Lowes every weekend for house stuff! It's surprising what a new home needs once you move in: blinds, ceiling fans, rugs etc etc....
I wish someone had given us a gift card for Home Depot or Lowes ...

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

What about an American Express gift card? You can use it anywhere credit cards are taken and American Express is taken almost everywhere. Just a thought.

I'd go with the Home Depot card over an American Express. I'm somewhat prejudiced against AE because of all the fees they charge so take this with a grain of salt.

Last time I looked into American Express gift cards - they cost to get one! This, admittedly, was about a year ago or so and things may have changed in the meantime, but why pay for a gift card when you can get them for free at specific stores? I don't remember the details on paying, but read all the fine print carefully because it may be that the user (your sister) would pay a small percentage on each purchase instead of you paying up front. Like I say, I don't remember details exactly, but I remember something to this effect.

I agree that once she buys the house she will be a regular at Home Depot, but if you're unsure, maybe get her $50.00 at Home Depot and $50.00 at Wal-Mart?

Oh, and Kay, if you're going to be marrying Johanna, can I be your sister for awhile? I'd LOVE a gift certificate to Home Depot as an x-mas present!

[kuhio98]

I think gift certificates are a great idea. I would much rather get one than a present I don't want or need and have to stand in line for hours to return.

[Cataholic]

Kay- I will take a combo wedding and Christmas gift card from Home Depot, AND your offer to paint, AND a picture from you. Thanks!

[Samantha Puppy]

Kay- I will take a combo wedding and Christmas gift card from Home Depot, AND your offer to paint, AND a picture from you. Thanks!

Me too, since you're Nug's honorary Aunt!!!