You have $1000 and want a blog, what next?

I've recently left my job (with a chunky severance bonus) and would like to start a blog until I get back into the workplace. I have about $1000 to spend.
What should I spend it on to give my blog the best chance of success?
*By success I mean a loyal readership, targeted traffic, decent subscription list and eventually a sale value of at least $1000

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