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Young House Love » Giveaways » Fab Freebie: Merry Maxx-mas

| By John Petersik | November 29, 2010 | 5,785 Comments

Fab Freebie: Merry Maxx-mas

***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – scroll down to see who won!***

You know we love a deal. Especially around the holidays when it’s so easy to bleed money. Which is why we’re psyched to have two of our favorite discount stores, T.J. Maxx and Marshalls, here to help us kick off the whole holiday shopping scene by handing over two $50 gift cards that can be spent on gifts, festive seasonal decor, or whatever else tickles your fancy.

TJMaxx Xmas Stuff

We’ve always loved snagging cheap finds for our house at both stores – like the nailhead trimmed ottoman in our bedroom (from T.J. Maxx) and just about every pillow in our den (from Marshalls).

TJMaxx Our House

But enough about us. Here’s how you can enter to win one of the two gift cards that are up for grabs:

  • PRIZE: A $50 gift card good at T.J. Maxx and Marshalls
  • TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “MAXX ME!” and…
  • BONUS QUESTION: …let’s talk about holiday shopping lists. What’s on the top of your list for yourself? And what are you most excited to be giving?
  • GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, December 1st at 8pm EST
  • NUMBER OF WINNERS: Two
  • PRIZE SHIPS: The 48 contiguous United States
  • 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 Thursday morning for the announcement of our winner. Good luck…

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And our two very lucky winners (as selected by random.org) are… Anna (who’s got her eye on boots for herself and a globe for her bro) and Kellie C (who’s looking forward to the painting and wainscoting being gifted by her husband) Congrats you two!

Note: We weren’t paid or perk’d for hosting this giveaway, we just take them on to reward our lovely readers! See our Giveaway FAQs page for more info. Pics from T.J. Maxx and Marshalls.

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Comments

  1. David says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:09 pm

    Maxx Me!!!

    I’m hoping for a new Apple ipad and I’m most excited to give presents to my niece and nephew.

    Reply
  2. Conkie S. says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:09 pm

    MAXX ME! I am excited to be heading north to see my two adult children for Christmas! At my age, family is more important than things! I want to start passing family heirlooms on to them this year…….reuse, recycle, rejoice!

    Reply
  3. April says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:09 pm

    MAXX ME! I’m having a hard time putting together my own list. But I’m really excited to buy an awesome kitchen knife set for my husband.

    Reply
  4. Jillian says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:09 pm

    MAXX ME!!!

    Gift cards are at the top of my list for all of my favorite stores and coffee spots. I’m most excited to give my husband his very first puppy!!! :) So excited!!!

    Reply
  5. Aimee says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:09 pm

    MAXX ME!!

    I don’t make a Christmas list — I just expect who ever to get me the perfect gift :)

    I’m most excited to give my husband a commissioned painting our our beloved lab who just passed away a couple of weeks ago.

    Reply
  6. Bree says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:09 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I need a pick me up and winning a gift certificate would help! I am far away from my family during the holidays, and my husband has to work out of state. It would make me smile to be able to give myself a cheerful gift!!

    Thank you!

    Reply
  7. Krista says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:10 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I’m hoping to receive new jeans and giving my boyfriend a treasure hunt map with fun thing for the two of us to do :)

    Reply
  8. Kassy says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:10 pm

    Maxx me! I’m excited to give baseball tickets to the hubby!

    Reply
  9. Stephanie says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:10 pm

    MAXX ME!

    We recently bought our ‘forever’ house–just being in it is present enough for us!

    Reply
  10. Barbara says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:10 pm

    Hi! MAXXXXXXXX MEEEEEE, please :)!!!!

    I am most excited about helping my boyfriend start his blog/website b/c I just started mine and am learning a ton and loving it! My present to him is buying one of the features/applications on his site :)

    The thing (yes, I know, a physical object) I’m most looking forward to is a Wishbone necklace… I love the look of these and am really hoping for one from Santa :)

    Happy Holidays!

    Reply
  11. Julia A says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:10 pm

    MAXX ME!
    We’ve placed a budget on gifts this year so we can focus on getting things done around the house. I have no clue what my hubby will be getting me but I have commissioned two custom graphics for him that will not only be hung in the house but will also be printed onto a tshirt & onesie. We’ve been talking of trying for a baby for some time so I’m scheduling an appointment right after xmas to nix the bc as a surprise. That man is so excited to be a dad!

    Reply
  12. Ashley says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:10 pm

    MAXX ME!

    The Cricut Expression is at the top of my shopping list.

    Reply
  13. Cara says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:11 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I’m hoping for a sugar bowl and creamer set. how embarrassing to put a bag of sugar on the table when company comes over! learned that the hard way. haha. happy holidays!

    Reply
  14. Dominique says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:11 pm

    MAXX ME!!
    My wish is for baby anything! Our first is on the way and come Dec. 14th we will know if we will be stocking up on blue or pink! I am most excited to give my two pugs their toys…who knew the cheapest gift I buy every year gets the best reaction!?

    Reply
  15. Julie L says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:12 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I am looking forward to a Christmas date with my husband in the city! We’d rather create memories than collect clutter!

    Reply
  16. Chad Lynch says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:12 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I got my MacBook Pro a few weeks ago as an early Christmas gift! It’s the best! And I’m most excited to give my beau a set of custom made cufflinks!!!!

    Reply
  17. Katie King says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:12 pm

    MAXX ME!!

    Super excited to give the cute wine stoppers I found at TJ Maxx on Black Friday! I would wish for the same for me!

    Reply
  18. ashkappa says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:13 pm

    MAXX ME!

    #1 on my list is probably a new Canon T1i DSLR. My husband and I are giving our parents and grandparents wedding albums from mypublisher.com (finally, after almost 2 years… if I can find time after work during the week to design them lol).

    Reply
  19. anna k. says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:13 pm

    maxx me!

    a sewing machine to a widow in india (long story)… our family is all about helping others at Christmas; i love that.

    Reply
  20. selina says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:13 pm

    MAXX me – discount stores rock!

    Reply
  21. Callina says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:14 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I just want some quality R&R after my hectic semester ends in a few weeks, and I’m trying to find the perfect messenger bag for my husband who commutes via bike.

    Reply
  22. Dana says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:14 pm

    MAXX ME!!

    Reply
  23. Sarah T. says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:15 pm

    MAXX ME…trip to the beach is #1 on the list!

    Reply
  24. Andrea says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:15 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I spent way too much money on Black Friday to expect any gifts this year :)

    Reply
  25. Nutmegs says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:15 pm

    MAXX ME!!

    I am hoping for more workout clothes! Perfect for post-holiday slim-down!

    Reply
  26. Shiri says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:16 pm

    MAXX ME!

    At to top of my list was an iPhone 4. Just got it last week :). And just gave my sister and brother in law two paintings of their dogs.

    Reply
  27. Mary B says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:17 pm

    MAXX ME! We’re not doing a sibling gift exchange this year, so this money would go towards my new baby boy!!

    Reply
  28. Priscilla K. says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:17 pm

    MAXX ME! I’m hoping for some new pillows and accessories.

    Reply
  29. chelseyadele says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:17 pm

    Maxx Me!!! I just want to be able to make it to my familys house for Christmas this year, last yr it snowed so bad I couldnt make it home from work on Christmas eve. I didnt even get to see my hubby on Christmas day!

    Reply
  30. Ess says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:17 pm

    Maxx ME pretty please !

    Reply
  31. Rebecca says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:17 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I really want some furniture… We’re searching Craigslist for some good stuff all the time!

    I honestly have no idea what I’m giving this year. This is the first Christmas that my husband and I wont be spending with family… so we’re still pondering what we can send through the mail without spending a fortune!

    Reply
  32. Brittney says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:17 pm

    MAXX ME!

    On the top of my list is a new cell phone since i’ve had the one i have now for over two years!

    Reply
  33. Arlene says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:18 pm

    MAXX ME!!!! I would love a Silouette and am giving home made gifts.

    Reply
  34. Lauren Owens says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:18 pm

    MAXX ME!!! What I REALLY want this year is a new couch for our living room; this will probably be my gift to my hubby as well as his gift to me. We still have my hubby’s parent’s old couch, and the red, green, and yellow plaid doesn’t really fit in with our chocolate brown and blues.

    Reply
  35. Amanda L. says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:18 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I am super excited for my compound miter saw. I can’t wait to start building with it.

    I am most excited to give a first edition Harpo Speaks by Harpo Marx to my husband. This book is very important to him and someone borrowed it but never returned it. This book was very important during our courtship since he (unknowingly) lent it to me to see if I liked it. Since I loved it, he decided I was the one for him. He often said that he would never get married or have kids until he read this book.

    Reply
  36. Tara says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:18 pm

    MAXX ME!!!
    Mac computer all the way :)
    My husband and I need to get out of the dark age.

    Reply
  37. anne says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:18 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I am not looking for anything big this year. Just excited to see my new nephew again!

    Reply
  38. Lynette says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:19 pm

    MAXX ME!

    Nieces and nephew presents are my joy…

    Reply
  39. Kristine says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:19 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I’m hoping for a certain someone to pop a certain question. I know it’s coming soon, but he’s keeping me in major suspense here… ;-)

    And I’m looking forward to giving away batches of our homemade granola in cute little seasonally-decorated mason jars. Budget-friendly and delicious!

    Reply
  40. Dana says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:19 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I’d love a kindle but I’m not getting my hopes up! I’m excited about spoiling my nieces this year =)

    Reply
  41. rebecca says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:20 pm

    “Maxx Me” Pleeeeze

    Reply
  42. Jess Rasemont says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:20 pm

    MAXX ME!!!!

    Reply
  43. sarsk624 says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:20 pm

    MAXX ME!
    I’m most excited to give my husband our new Weber grill! He’s been eying it for ages. We need an ottoman for the living room bad.

    Reply
  44. Natalie Cates says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:20 pm

    MAXX ME!!!

    Oh, how I love TJ Maxx and Marshalls!!! For Christmas, I’m really just looking forward to having some time off work to spend with my husband, friends, and family! I’m excited about giving my husband some accessories for the motorcycle we got over the summer!

    Reply
  45. Michelle says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:21 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I’m keeping it simple this year, both in terms of my requests and my giving. Always on my wish list? Donations to my favorite charities.

    Reply
  46. Krista says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:21 pm

    MAXX ME!

    Geez, I am really wanty this year. Namely, an iPad. Thing I’m most excited to give is an exercise bike to my hubby. He thinks I am deadset against it. But I ordered one today!

    Reply
  47. Jess Rasemont says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:21 pm

    MAXX ME!!!

    Reply
  48. Sarah says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:21 pm

    MAXX ME

    I’m trying to be crafty this year and make and/or personalize some of my gifts this year. I’m excited with my plans – let’s hope it pans out!

    Reply
  49. Tobi Curtis says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:21 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I’ve really been lusting after a pair of Tom’s shoes and I’m most excited about giving my hubby some love to brighten up his new cubicle.

    Reply
  50. Jessica says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:21 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I want my family to have a blessed Christmas.

    Reply
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