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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. Monique says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:22 pm

    MAXX ME! Not buying anything for myself and can’t wait to spend time with family and friends during the Christmas holiday.

    Reply
  2. Hattie says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:22 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I asked my hubby for a camera tripod so I can take better low light pics. I think it will be super fun!

    Reply
  3. Tammy says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:22 pm

    MAXX ME!!!

    I’d love to have a couple of new peasant dresses to wear with my new tights & UGGS that I scored earlier this year.

    I’m looking forward to giving my son his own laptop! : ) He’s going to be totally surprised!!

    Reply
  4. Katie D. says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:22 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I would realllllyyy love a Netflix subscription for Christmas. And I’m looking forward to picking out a nice pair of comfy PJ pants for my mama.

    Reply
  5. Megan Boisseau says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:22 pm

    MAXX ME! I’m really hoping to get a new set of dishes or knives! We just painted our kitchen, and need new items to match!

    Reply
  6. Pam says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:23 pm

    MAXX ME!!
    Having my three twenty-something children at home for Christmas is all I want or need! Three new ipod touch’s will be under our tree. I know they will love them!!!

    Reply
  7. Natalie Anne says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:23 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I could definitely use this gift card to help with my Christmas decorations and/or gifts! I haven’t really thought about what I want this year, but I am excited about giving my mom some new workout clothes for Zumba! I’m an instructor, and she comes to all my classes and is my biggest fan!

    Reply
  8. eileen marie says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:23 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I am psyched to *hopefully* receive the Cucina soap and lotion duo (and maybe a Chi flat iron!). My pet project right now is a more organized kitchen sink.

    I am excited to gift my husband a new backpack, laptop bag, and running shoes -all are so worn out, & I know he would never buy them himself so it’ll be a welcome (yet unexpected) surprise!

    Reply
  9. Daniel says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:24 pm

    MAXX ME!

    My wife loves both those stores, so I’m sure the gift card would make her happy!

    Reply
  10. Amy says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:24 pm

    MAXX ME!

    My twenty-three year old brother LOVES toys…last year, a juggling kit was the highlight of christmas. I got him a lego set….and i think it’s going to be a winner. I can’t wait to watch him put it together all christmas morning.

    Last year, I knit 11 turtles ( http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEwinter06/PATTsheldon.html ) and have no idea how i’m going to top that!

    Reply
  11. Jeni says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:24 pm

    “MAXX ME!”
    Always have happy family gatherings at the top of my wish list.

    Looking forward to giving my husband a cool scratch-off world map I found at urban outfitters. He’s such a travel bug!

    Reply
  12. Miranda says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:25 pm

    MAXX ME!!!! Top of my list is a new pair of ugg boots and I most excited about the presents we bought our son for his first christmas!!!!

    Reply
  13. Lauren says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:25 pm

    MAXX ME!!

    Hmmm….I haven’t done very much shopping yet and I can’t think of anything I really need this year. Ah well, surprises are always welcome…and I love giving them too!

    Reply
  14. Anna says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:25 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I love reading but I hate moving books around from place to place, so I think a Kindle would be nice. And I’d love to give my family members some kind of experience-related gift this Christmas (so maybe a cooking class, a nice meal out, or even something as small as a trip to the movies).

    Reply
  15. Meggin says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:25 pm

    Maxx Me !!!!!!!

    I was wanting a Nikon SLR Camera :) Scored one on Black Friday!!!! Go me!
    I love giving gifts so bring on the gift card so I can score some cute stuff for my mama!

    Reply
  16. Anne says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:26 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I love shopping for my nephews, who are both super excited for Christmas. As for me, anything kitchen-y or decorative is right up my alley.

    Reply
  17. Angela says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:26 pm

    MAXX ME!
    I’m excited to give my parents (with my sibs) a weekend away at a B&B. And, I’d love some cute jewelry.

    Reply
  18. Stephanie says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:26 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I’m most excited about getting the Christmas dishes I’m asking for!

    I am shopping tonight for 3 little kids that my company provides Christmas for! It’s so exciting to shop for sweet little kids that have great needs.

    Reply
  19. Kaylan says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:26 pm

    Maxx Me!

    I am hoping for new luggage. Mine is getting pretty ratty and I just found some that I LOVE.

    I’m excited to give my husband two video games that have been sold out everywhere. He doesn’t know that I managed to snag them the first day they were released!

    Reply
  20. Mrs.BigTime says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:27 pm

    Maxx me!

    I am dying for a Lisa Leonard necklace for Christmas. I’ve even set my husband’s homepage to her website so he gets the hint.

    Reply
  21. heather says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:27 pm

    MAXX ME!

    My husband and I are getting hard wood floors for Christmas :) I am really excited for our kids gifts, they are 2 1/2 and 5 and REALLY into Christmas!

    Reply
  22. Allison says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:27 pm

    MAXX ME! Most excited about getting some work done on my home, and I love gifting my family their Christmas gifts and being home to share the holiday with them.

    Reply
  23. Dawn says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:27 pm

    Maxx Me!

    I’d love new bedding, a new bed and a pair of slippers! Oh, and maybe a full night’s sleep for the first time in months!

    Signed,
    tired mom of two!

    Reply
  24. Bethany says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:27 pm

    MAXX ME! For Christmas, just some time off from work to relax with family:)

    Reply
  25. Adrienne says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:28 pm

    MAXX ME!!!

    New furniture and building supplies are at the top of my Christmas list (we are finishing our basement)!
    I am so excited to give my sister-in-law an awesome piece of original artwork!

    Reply
  26. Jessi says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:28 pm

    Yes please! MAXX ME!

    Top of my list: gold, chunky watch
    Most excited to give: perfect pull-up bar for my sister so she can build her guns

    Reply
  27. kjpugs says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:28 pm

    MAXX ME! I really just want to have a day to relax!!! Is that too much to ask for?

    Reply
  28. Kristina says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:29 pm

    MAXX ME! I would love a pair of Frye boots… as for the giving, I am so excited to see my children’s faces Christmas morning, as they open their presents.

    Reply
  29. Julianne Hendrickson says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:29 pm

    MAXX ME!

    Reply
  30. Kelsey S. says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:29 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I like to keep gift giving low key. The thing I’m most looking forward to is spending time with family.

    Reply
  31. Julie says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:30 pm

    MAXX ME!!! We need all sorts of art/decor/furniture as we’ve just turned our duplex into a single family house and thus added a new floor! It will be sparse for a while but amen for bathroom #2!

    Reply
  32. MKerwin says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:30 pm

    MAXX ME!!

    I am in dire need of a new sauce pot!

    Reply
  33. Taylor says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:31 pm

    MAXX ME! So glad to get our kitchen reno finished! That’s the best gift I could have received!

    Reply
  34. Ashley McCormick says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:31 pm

    MAXX ME! There really isn’t much I want for Christmas this year, but my husband recently became a lawyer and has always loved what the Constitution stands for for our country. So I bought him a print of the Constitution that I’m going to have framed. I can’t wait to give it to him!

    Reply
  35. Jennifer H. says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:31 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I’m hoping for a new computer! I have been a very good girl this year.

    Reply
  36. Stephanie B says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:31 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I’m very excited to shop etsy to find some nice handmade gifts.

    Reply
  37. NaomiL says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:32 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I really really want an Ipad.. and I’m excited to give a special getaway for the family :)

    Reply
  38. Kathy says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:32 pm

    MAXX ME!!!!

    We’re redoing most of our old fixer-upper house, so I’m excited for just about anything to spruce up the joint (currently working on the guest room in time for holiday visitors)

    Reply
  39. Christine says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:32 pm

    MAXX ME! I just can’t wait to spend time with those I love!

    Reply
  40. Svenja says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:32 pm

    MAXX me!
    I am hoping to receive a new dive watch (I’m a volunteer diver at a local aquarium) to replace the one that broke last year!
    I am most excited to be giving aprons. I am making every family member their own apron – the fabrics will coordinate with their hobbies or personalities. I have to make 11… we’ll see how many I actually get done!

    Reply
  41. Alexa says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:32 pm

    MAXX ME

    I would love to put crown molding in my bedroom and repaint it as a christmas present.

    Reply
  42. Anna says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:33 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I want a white ceramic watch from Fossil, and I found the perfect present for my mom, who loves to watch TV in bed – a silk bedside caddy that slips between the mattress & box spring. It can hold books and your remote and all that jazz. She’ll love it!

    Reply
  43. Kerry says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:33 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I am hoping for a teak bath mat (that will never fade) and I am most excited about my husband’s gift (its a secret)!

    Reply
  44. Nicole DuBois says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:33 pm

    Maxx me!!

    Would love a big fancy camera and excited about my husband gifts for our first christmas as a married couple!

    Reply
  45. Sunny says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:33 pm

    MAXX ME! I hope Santa brings me a ribbon plate or a game for our new Kinect! I’m eyeing the Zumba fitness game!

    Reply
  46. Moni says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:33 pm

    MAXX ME! (Please)
    I am finishing my basement and would love
    accessories to top the project off!

    Reply
  47. Leigh says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:34 pm

    MAXX ME!!!

    I have my eyes on the Canon T1i camera.

    Reply
  48. Catherine says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:34 pm

    MAXX ME!

    I’m pretty excited about the 50mm lens I (think I’m) getting, and I’m thrilled to be getting my husband sirius radio for his car. Such a fun Christmas!

    Reply
  49. Sara says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:35 pm

    MAXX-ME!

    Reply
  50. Angie says

    November 29, 2010 at 6:35 pm

    Maxx Me!

    Since it’s been so cold and snowy here in Utah, I now have Sorel boots at the top of my Christmas list. I’m looking forward to Christmas with our 3-year-old, she gets the whole Christmas thing and is asking Santa for a kitchen. It’s so much fun!

    Reply
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