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It’s time for a SPENDERVENTION!

ME – I’m the type of girl (ahem – woman) who expects to get the MOST for her money. That being said, I also like to have the VERY BEST. I’ve never been and never will be a schlock-shopper. It’s not necessarily that I have to have brand names on everything, but I expect quality and quite often the brand names produce a better quality of merchandise. Who am I kidding? I LIKE the good stuff.

I have a girlfriend who’s name I won’t mention (*cough*Sandy*cough*) who TRULY believed that if you spent MORE on an item, that it was BETTER. She wouldn’t step foot into an Off-Price retailer or discount store (but she would shop sales at the Mall stores when she was short of cash). Me on the other hand, I swear that the salespeople know me by name in my favorite stores (hey, I’m not embarrassed – I get the heads up on the best deals because of it).
We DO go shopping together, but it’s always an interesting affair (with each of us bored at the other’s shopping “style”). I knew that it was time for a SPENDERVENTION, because she doesn’t have the extra money to be throwing away at those HIGH PRICED PALM BEACH stores.
OK, girlfriend – I’m going to TEACH YOU how you can save up to 50%-70% off on the SAME MERCHANDISE as in your favorite stores. You’re coming with me and you’re liking it I told her. Once again, she reluctantly came with me – but this time I was FORCED to show her how much she would be saving. I KNOW what she likes (she’s like me – she likes THE GOOD STUFF). So, we went to my favorite stores T.J. Maxx and Marshall’s – the two TOP Off-Priced retailers around.
It was Sunday at 3:00 PM. BAD MOVE ON MY PART (I should know better). We walked into TJ Maxx and it was a bit disorganized, enough so that she could say “I told you so” to me. That was UNTIL……we saw them. On the clearance rack calling BOTH of our names was a pair of Kate Spade heels in orange and fuscia. We HAD to try them on (yes there were pairs in BOTH of our sizes). These shoes that are regularly close to $300 a pair, were marked down to under $100. Then it was on the the Lilly Pulitzer polo shirts for under $30. From that point on, there was NO stopping her. She even asked me if there was more of the same at Marshall’s.

I laughed and said – LET’S GO FIND OUT!! If you hadn’t figured it out, we’re both shoe-a-holics and Marshall’s had a MEGA shoe department, with LOTS of brand names including COACH for 50% off. At the end of the day, I deemed the Spendervention a SUCCESS. Now I’m not saying that she won’t still go to the Mall to shop (she’s just not the stopping cold turkey type), but I KNOW that she’ll be ducking into TJ Maxx and Marshall’s to check out what they have BEFORE she spends the BIG BUCKS!

If you think YOU need a Spendervention of your own, Champagne Living and TJX is giving ONE of our readers a $25.00 T.J. Maxx gift card!!

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  3. My sister’s in desperate need of a spendervention – I keep telling her she can find great, high-end-quality clothes and accessories at stores like TJ Maxx and Marshalls, but a gift card might be what it takes to get her to go!

    gkaufmanss@yahoo.com

  4. love to find deals and tend to go online this would help me get some new clothes and update

  5. I have never shopped at T.J. Maxx, even though my mother-in-law keeps telling me about all the great deals she finds there. I guess I could use a "spendervention" to finally try it for myself. Thanks.

  7. There are a lot of things in transition in my life right now, and I need a "spendervention" to lose my old shop til I drop ways and become more bargain-conscious.

  8. I'm not too bad when it comes to spending…but I do love to shop. Sometimes my husband thinks it's too much. But when I took him to T.J. Maxx with me to get my dress for my college graduation and he saw what a great deal I got! ;)…well he's been a little easier on me since then (and very proud of me!).
    – Liz
    lizard_trouble@hotmail.com

  10. my daughter needs a spendervention! I need to plan ahead for back to school shopping.

  11. I have been working so hard lately that I am ready for a spendervention.

  12. I have a friends who only buys from thrift stores and I'd love top ask her to go shopping with me and then present her with the card in the store.

  15. I'd love to give my sister a spendervention – she's addicted to brands and designers, but I think a gift card to TJ Maxx could turn her around and show her that she can buy great looking clothes at a fraction of the price. Thanks!

    gkaufmanss@yahoo.com

  19. Honestly, I love to give my husband a SPENDERVENTION!! We have 3 young children and all our $$$ goes to making sure their needs are met. My husband is so good looking, but really, his clothes are from like the 80's, we need to get him some new cool updates looks so it will better reflect the modern man that he truly is! He would never spend money on himself when there are so many other items we need for our family so this would be a special treat just for him! He, money goes a loooong way at TJMaxx, and we have one very close to where we live! Thanks so much for the chance to enter.
    Joanna Smith
    joannaonthelake@gmail.com

  24. My daughter needs one. She is constantly buying clothes. Last time I bought Clothes was about 2 years ago.

  25. A relative is bad about buying blouses or shoes at a department store (she shops when bored–a big no-no). Then, instead of realizing that it doesn't fit or she didn't need it — she NEVER returns stuff to the store — she tries to stick me with the stuff, that is NOT my taste, at all!! Aarrgh!!
    (And I'm a no-clutter convert! Double aarrgh!)

    donnajt@comcast.net

    (I subscribe to your RSS feed)

  26. I shop every weekend…it's a sport to me. : ) My friends and I make a Sunday ritual out of it, get a bagel for fuel then hit up the stores all day long. This is why I need a Spendervention.

    glitterglamgirl@gmail.com

  27. I am a very thrifty person and already shop at TJ Maxx, but I have a friend who only shops at department stores and doesn't pay attention to prices. Then she gets a shock when the total comes up at checkout. She definitely needs an intervention.

  28. Easy enough. I have a new found addiction to shoes. It is a new love affair and still extremely fragile, however I need all the support I can get.I am thinking of starting a support group! So I defintiely need a spendervention!

  31. My husband, daughter, and soon to be son-in-law are all GM employees, and have been laid off forever. Can you say we NEED all the help we can get right now? A TJ Maxx gift card would surely cheer everyone up! Not to mention it's my daughter's favorite place to shop..she knows a great bargain when she sees one!
    SugarMtnMercant@yahoo.com

  33. My mother has been INSANELY stressed lately and spending money up the wazoo because her car is starting to turn into a huge lemon. She's seriously the nicest woman who would do (and does) anything for anyone and always puts other people first, and actually just lent a bunch of money to my grandmother so she could buy a car…then of course my Mom's car started having problems. I just think having a nice free trip to TJ Maxx would help her gain somewhat of a piece of mind back. She deserves it.

    Jadd Naamani
    jaddnaamani@clearchannel.com

  35. My husband needs a spendervention. He doesn't buy things for himself that often, but when he does, it is always a big-ticket item that takes months to pay off. Ouch!
    Alicia Webster
    5webs@comcast.net

  37. I am very careful with my money. I only splurge once in a while, so that's when I could use a spendervention.

  42. My husband needs a spendervention! He likes to shop at pricey department stores! Eeek!

    jennifercausby at hotmail dot com

  44. My husband could use a spendervention — I am very frugal, but he thinks he deserves the very best.

  45. denyse

    denyse_g at hotmail dot com

    I need one because the economy is so bad and everything keeps going. Cutting corners isn't helping ends to meet any more!- Ugghh!

  46. I need a spendervention – according to Ken I do more than my fair share of keeping the economy going (apparently there are a lot of slackers the way things are going) and he'd like a little break from my *ahem* spending.

  47. My mother already gave me a spendervention and I buy everything at TJ Maxx now. Love that place!
    tvollowitz at aol dot com

  51. I need a Spendervention because I hardly ever put my self first and need some new stuff pretty badly, things I own are worn and old.
    electricisland(at)gmail.com

  55. My Mom needs a spendervention. Thanks to this post I can prove to her that you can get designer shoes at a great price!
    candicech1 at yahoo dot com

  57. My friend Candi just because she never does anything for herself Says she doesn't know what to buy for her body type

  58. My mom needs a spendervention!! She shops at the expensive stores and now that she isn't employeed she still does!! I love TJMaxx and she needs to learn to give it a try and she will see that she can save money and still have rockin clothes

  59. I don't need one, I don't have any money to spend LOL. One of my friends could use it though, she only shops at the fanciest store, spends a fortune on clothes

  60. I locw TJ Maxx and go there whenever I am in a town that has one. Have found great deals there. I especially love they usually have choc. covered bing cherries.
    Linda

  61. My Sister in law, she also thinks more expensive is better. Which is bad when you have a lot of kids and not a lot of money to go around.

    Vanessa
    lostinthemission at yahoo dot com

  63. I need Spendervention desperately! I am a bonafide purseaholic!! I cannot pass up one of these wonderful bags if they are the least bit colorful. Please help me!!!!!
    cheri.oggy@gmail.com

  64. I definitly need a spendervation because I keep splurging on nice makeup and I am running low on dough! Also because I can't stop myself from going into a TJ Maxx if I am in proximity. It's an addiction….

    claire.krueger@ncf.edu

  65. I don't know that I need a Spendervention, actually. In fact, I love Marshall's and TJ Maxx and I love the food section in the back of Ross. I get a great box of tea from England back there called "the London Cuppa". I think they have it all three places, but it is hit or miss. You have to search for it. I also buy quality olive oil there.

    Thanks for having the giveaway!

  68. I would love to share a spendervention with my young daughter, who is just learning how to shop

  69. I'd like to gift a spendervention to my big sis, who's always been reluctant to shop in discount stores and favors labels and styles that are well above her means — I think she'd be pleasantly surprised at the selection at TJ Maxx!

    gkaufmanss@yahoo.com

  70. With a second daughter due this summer, I am seriously in need of a spendervention! It's so easy to buy all the cute stuff for little girls and spend a fortune doing it! kc dot laraia at gmail dot com

  71. My best friend is in dire need of a 'spendervention'!. With 4 little ones to look after there's not a lot left for her, in cash or time.
    I would go with her to make sure she spends it on herself!

  72. I need a spendervention because I haven't treated myself to anything (clothes, purse, cosmetics) in months – saving all of my money in the face of this economy.
    Thank you for the giveaway 🙂
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

  73. My grandchildren need a spendervention. They have a really hard time recognizing the difference between a 'need to have' and a 'would like to have'.

    clynsgatyahoo.com

  74. With two kids I have lost the ability to spend money on myself. If I ever do it would have to be discount so this is perfect!
    katiekarr at gmail dot com

  75. My friend Megan only buys her kids brand new name brand clothes. I only buy second hand! They grow out of them too fast.

  78. I'm need Spendervention to get in touch with my denial about my finances! I keep looking for the half full glass!

  79. i need help, i have Champagne taste, and i don't even have a beer budget. it's water for me, tap water.

  80. I definately need a spendervention. I keep looking at pictures of me and my family and my kids and hubby have on different outfits. For some reason I keep seeing the same shirt or same ole outfit when it comes to me.. I have to do something about that.. I am always making sure everyone has what they need and I am the one who needs a few things..

    candice_hatten@sbcglobal.net

  81. I need a spendervention. I just looked in my closet and I see clothes that are literally 15-20 years old. I'd love to get a few new things.

  83. I would love to give this to my sister because she is 7 months pregnant and very miserable. She works full time and is mommy to three kids. She really needs a spendervention.

    oliverbenny@ymail.com

  84. My hubby needs a spendervention because he would rather pay full price in a department store than hunt for bargains at TJ Maxx or Marshalls.

    jennifercausby at hotmail dot com

  85. I need a spenervention. I don't know why but I feel guilty spending money on myself and my wardrobe definately proves it.
    Nicole
    nms147 at hotmail.com

  86. my mom might actually need a spendervention from tj maxx…but she would love this!

    elkesten at yahoo dot com

  87. I guess I have to admit that I need a spendervention, as well. I'm the world's worst about combing the clearance racks, to look for the cheapest slacks in the world, instead of taking style and fit into consideration. One day, no doubt, I will get busted on "What Not to Wear" or "Style Jury," and they won't even be polite enough to cover my face with a black bar, as in the ever-popular "Glamour Don't" column!!

    email–donnajt-at-comcast-dot-net

  91. I am in need of a spendervention… I can't help myself. There are just oo many goodies to buy!

    hockiemack at hotmail.com

  92. i need a spendervention because i have no money to spend
    zedthewizard at gmail dot com

  95. I'm a college student and I need to save and pay off my loans… but shoes are amazing!

  100. My son thinks that money grows on trees! He needs to start learning the value of money.

  101. My brother in law needs a spendervention!! badly. He's famous for his buyer's remorse. He'll spend $300 on a polo and then when he gets home, he doesn't like the color. INSANE.

    smg03170@gmail.com

  103. My fiance/ future husband needs a spendervention. He's exactly like your friend. As soon as we walk into a TJMaxx, Ross, or even a thrift store, his nose turns up. He just doesn't get that its the same clothes but wayyyyy cheaper. I even pointed out a Tommy Hilfiger shirt in our local thrift store for a $1 and he "declined" it because we were in a thrift store. The funny thing is that I coupon ALOT and he doesn't mind me saving money on food and other household items, just not his clothes!

    Email:
    kristi_rogers87@hotmail.com

  105. I need a Spendervention. All I spend on these days is diapers and baby wipes, lol, oh…and milk. I need some mommy shopping going on in this house too!
    msurosey@yahoo.com

  107. My mom is in need of a Spendervention because she refuses to shop anywhere but the mall. Drives me crazy! I LOVE T.J. Maxx and she won't even go in there with me.

    catiejoy@gmail.com

  108. I need a Spendervention because I always lust after designer brands but they are way too expensive – I guess TJ Maxx would be a great place to pick up some of the pricier brands for a good price!
    Thank you for the giveaway 🙂
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

  109. Oh my gosh!! I just moved to Tampa and there is a TJ Maxx down the street. I must admit that I have never gone into one. I am on my way!!
    Thanks for the giveaway..
    TinaP
    tinajanet1@verizon.net

  110. I'd love to surprise my older sis with the spendervention – she is living on her own for the first time and really needs to learn how to budget. It would be great to show her that she can satisfy her preference for high-end fashion without hurting her bank account!

    gkaufmanss@yahoo.com

  111. My best friend needs a spendervention because she never takes the time to shop around for prices. She finds something she likes and snatches it up without even considering it could be a better price anywhere else.

  116. My friend Alex could use a spendervention as she was laid off in October and is nearing the end of her unemployment benefits. But she still loves to shop and spend.

    amyjbuchanan@gmail.com

  118. In this worrisome economy it would be a wonderful thing to walk into the store with this lovely prize and walk out again with a new purchase and still have your cash in your pocket..now that you be an AWESOME spendervention!.

  119. My mom needs a spendervention because my dad lost his job last year and they have had to cut way back!

    jennifercausby at hotmail dot com

  120. My mom needs a spendervention, she just shops out of boredom, and when she see's SALE, she has to buy it! I was like that before, but I learned how to find the best deals, like TJ Maxx!
    Kristy Hostetler

    jellibeenz1978@hotmail.com

  121. Sandy Gulliver
    sandyatsweepsheet@yahoo.com

    I need a spendervention because I no longer work (retire), and the money isn't as abundant as it once was. My tastes are still the same, though. In fact, I just recently rediscovered TJ Maxx and have shopped there twice in the last month. It's my new favorite store.

  123. My tween daughter need a spendervention no matter where we go she always ask to buy something. Now she is asking for more clothes.
    tamben7996(at)aol(dot)com

  126. Because I have old and worn stuff by now that why I need a Spendervention.
    electricisland(at)gmail.com

  127. I'm thrifty, and already shop at TJ Maxx, but I have a friend who only shops at department stores, then wonders why she never has enough money. She really needs to give up the high end stores and check out the big discounts at TJ Maxx.

  128. I could use a spendervention because I have severely cut back on my budget for myself – putting our remaining money towards family needs first!
    Thank you for the giveaway 🙂
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

  129. I could use a spendervention because it is a way to keep the economy going by still getting cute things but also keeping a realistic budget.

  130. I'd like to surprise my sister with a spendervention – she's learning how to live on her own and balance her budget, and I think she'd be pleasantly surprised at how she can meet her personal need for brand name fashions at TJ Maxx. Thanks!

    gkaufmanss@yahoo.com

  131. My sis also needs a spendervention, as when she graduated from college, she let one of the class advisors talk her into buying a new "interview suit" at the mall, for the job fair that was to be held at the school.
    Sadly…no employers showed up at the fair, and the spendy suit still hangs in the closet…after one wearing. (Even the food at the job fair was no good.) So sad.

    donnajt-at-comcast-dot-net

  132. I need a Spendervention to replace some of the 20 year old clothing I'm still wearing!

  134. Georgie
    electricisland(at)gmail.com
    I need a Spedervention cause I never splurge

  136. A great spendervention for me would be to buy some of the wonderful flavored oils and rubs they sell and then invite friends to dinner to sample the results of my cooking with these usually high priced culinary delights

  138. I'd love to help my daughter with a Spendervention- she's in the process of a divorce and really has to find a way to get her son what he needs without blowing her budget. T J Maxx would help her do that.

  139. I could use a spendervention. I want all the very nicest things and I'm a bit like your friend…I don't always enjoy the discount store experience. But I do like TJMaxx, so I'd be happy to win!

    judy(dot)greenberg(at)gmail(dot)com

  141. I need a spendervention because I am entirely refurnishing a new apartment and I want to buy EVERYTHING I see but I need to be patient and wait for better deals otherwise I will BREAK the BANK

  142. I would love to surprise my sister with a spendervention – she's a high-fashion kind of girl living on a budget that's not as accommodating. This would get her started on the road to recovery as she realizes she can look great for a fraction of the price she pays for her wardrobe now.

    gkaufmanss@yahoo.com

  143. daily entry- I need a Spendervention because most my things are getting worn and old.
    electricisland(at)gmail.com

  144. I do okay with the spending, but I have a daughter who needs some "thrift" lessons

  146. i need one because this money is burning a hole i my pocket!!

    autumn398 (at) yahoo.com

  147. I need a spendervention so I can perhaps get myself a little something nice for once!
    Thank you for the giveaway 🙂
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

  148. I would like to give my sister a spendervention to break her from the high-end stores and boutiques that she can't really afford anymore and show her that she can buy the styles she likes for a reasonable price – thanks!

    gkaufmanss@yahoo.com

  149. Oh my!!! I NEED A SPENDERVENTION FOR MYSELF!!! I am a new stay-at-home mom & we are looking to cut costs in every department. But really, I'm such a girly girl that I can't stop myself from getting a few fun things!!

    Thanks so much for this giveaway!!

    monique@tripledubs.com

  151. I need a spendervention because I have champagne taste on a shoestring budget! I wish my TJ's had lilly polo's for 30 bucks..I checked today…nada. I am DYING to get a pair of gorgeous coach shoes that I saw there today which I still cannot afford…hence asking for the gift card, if I got 25 bucks off with the card, they'd just jump into my shopping cart on their own and there would be nothing that you or I could do about it. Here's to hoping shoes learn to jump on their own!

  153. I'm thrifty, but I have a very unthrifty friend who never pays attention to price tags, and therefore way over spends. She should be shopping at TJ Maxx like I do.

  154. I need a Spendervention because it's time for some new things right about now.
    electricisland(at)gmail.com

  157. I need a Spendervention because I need new clothes for my new job but without breaking the bank!

  159. my daughter needs a spendervation – she has tons of shoes and clothes – me i hardly ever buy myself new things

  160. I'm a bedding a holic, I love going to marshalls to get quality bedding at frugal girl pricing! The thing is, getting one set at at time would be smart, but I'll go in there and get multiples! So maybe I'm not saving, but I just can't help myself!

  162. I'd like to give my sister a spendervention to curb her of her addiction to pricey apparel and show her that she can find the same quality in the merchandise offered at stores like TJ Maxx and Marshall's – thanks!

    gkaufmanss@yahoo.com

  163. I need a spendervention to replace some of the 20 year old clothes in my closet.

  164. I need a Spendervention and I think TJ Maxx would be the perfect place because they have nice things at even NICER prices!
    Thank you for the giveaway 🙂
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

  165. I need a spendervention! My budget is blown and I need all the help I can get to get the best goods at the best prices!

  166. My niece was telling me about the great bargains she finds at TJ MAX, so I would love to win this for her.

  168. I need a SPENDERVENTION because I have 1 teen daughters who are alwaying wanting something!

    hebert024 at aol dot com

  171. I would give this to my niece because she tells me what great deals she always gets at TJ Max and she is a deal seeker!

  172. I could use a spendervention because my husband has been laid off and I could use a bit of cheering up. This would be great and maybe I could buy myself something pretty…

  173. My sis Lisa needs some cheering up, lost her job last year and just got one two months ago, but I think if she had something NEW it might make her feel better about the job she has.

  174. I need a spendervention because I am on such a tight budget. I know $25 might not seem huge – but it would be a huge treat for me!
    Thank you for the giveaway 🙂
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

  176. My sister could really use a spendervention – I've seen some of her credit card bills, and she really needs to adjust her spending habits while still maintaining her great style. She'll be glad to know she can do both by shopping at great stores like TJ Maxx, and a gift card would be a terrific incentive to get her to start!

    gkaufmanss@yahoo.com

  179. I need a spendervention so I can afford a little something nice for myself at TJ Maxx!
    Thank you for the giveaway 🙂
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

  183. I've been trying to convince my sister to change her bad shopping habits for a long time, but it might just take a gift card to kick start her into considering great discount shopping venues like TJ Maxx and Marshalls — thanks for the chance to win one to begin her spendervention!

    gkaufmanss@yahoo.com

  184. My husband thinks I need a spendervention – I just asked, haha. Thanks for the giveaway!

    luckymegs1981 AT yahoo DOT com

  185. i need a spendervention because like your friend.. i can't seem to break away from the expensive brands whether i have the money to spend or not. many times those discount stores are so unorganized i just can't shop there.. maybe this would make me go in and see what they can really offer

  186. Hello we do have a TJ Max and my Daughter and I love it everytime We go We're there a min of a hour shopping.There's so many great deals! I've never walked out empty handed

  189. I could use a spendervention for certain things like tasty looking groceries. I should probably just not shop when I'm hungry. That'd probably help. 🙂
    mysbc27-web AT yahoo DOT com

  190. I'd surprise my sister with a spendervention – in the past she's been reluctant to give up her high-end department stores and shops in favor of discount stores, but a gift card would be a nice incentive to get her to go with me to TJ Maxx or Marshalls!

    gkaufmanss@yahoo.com

  197. My sister Doreen needs the spendervention so that she can save some money-she's blown tens of thousands on antiques, and now she's disabled and can't work full-time.

  200. I need it because I will wait and wait to buy something then suddenly I feel like I have to have it right away. That usually means spending extra. Perhaps if I start shopping at T.J. Maxx I can save some money.

  201. I love these types of stores and refuse to pay the big prices at the mall stores!

  203. My brother, he loves fancystuff and pays full pricefor everything
    nms147 (at) hotmail.com

  204. I could use a spendervention so I could maybe buy myself a little treat!
    Thank you for the giveaway 🙂
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

  205. I am in need of a spendervention! I was downsized (who invented that word?!) this week and will need to curb my spending but I have two little girls that need some summer clothes. I think I need to get the Maxx for the minimum at TJ Maxx!
    smcary@att.net

  207. I do–I never have time to shop until the last minute, so then I spend too much.
    Jennifer, jennem22 at yahoo dot com

  208. I need it because I shouldn't feel guilty, about spending my hard earned money.

    Thanks

    charisscharity [at] yahoo [dot] com

  210. I'd love to surprise my older sis with a spendervention – since she's living on her own for the first time and facing student loan and car payments now, she could really use one so she can save money and still look great. Thanks for the chance to win!

    gkaufmanss@yahoo.com

  212. A co-worker I know spends 150$ a month on cell phones. Meanwhile, both mom and daughter drive the same car that's on it's last legs. Best bet would be to kill the cell phones and invest in a new car or pre-owned car.

    Jeff
    hellrzr(at)juno(dot)com

  214. right now, i am in college. the last thing i have on my mind is buying expensive clothes. tj maxx has amazing designers for an inexpensive price.

  215. I could use a spendervention–just because I'm a college student and ANYTHING at regular price is something I shouldn't be buying…

  216. I am really in a mood to shop. I need a spendervention. vidomich(at)yahoo(dot)com

  220. I need the spending intervention for myself. We took an income cut and we have to figure out how to still live our lives just on a different payment plan.

  222. I would get the intervention for my best friend. She always has to have designer everything and refuses to shop sales. Its ridiculous to pay full price for anything especially now when everything is on sale.

  223. Christina – xristya@rock.com – My niece needs a Spendervention because she will just buy anything she likes, without thought of saving money! Thanks for the wonderful gift certificate giveaway!

  224. I would intervene with my girlfriend. I'm amazed at how much money that woman can spend on shoes….

  226. Our oldest has been dating a gal that has brainwashed him into thinking that sale items are those that no one wants – thus, we have a poor son who is having a very difficult time affording his gal. Someday he will come back to reality and realize that shopping discount houses is the way to go!

  227. Can't see that my entry went through – but….one of my sons has a girlfriend that has brainwashed him into believing that sale items (not just the discount stores) are for people that want items that no one else wants. She is a brand name/brand store person – one day he will wake up and realize why he is broke!

  229. I'd give this spendervention to my sister for sure – she needs to learn how to live on a budget, and I'm sure she'd be pleasantly surprised at all the great items she can find at TJ Maxx and Marshalls!

    gkaufmanss@yahoo.com

  235. My co-worker (A****) is in need of a spendervention. She religiously overspends at Bloomingdale's AND local boutiques that I'm afraid of entering because of the prices and the Amazon sales people who have their nose super high in the air. When two of my other colleagues and I discuss the deals we snagged at TJ Maxx, Marshalls and Ross', she does look interested but its like we were speaking Greek. We need to bring her over to the not-dark side.

  236. TJ MAXX HAS BEEN ONE OF MY FAVORITE STORES FOR YEARS!
    THE VALUE ARE TERRIFIC (COMPARISON MACY'S HIGH PRICE) AND MY SON JUST LATELY HAS AGREED WITH ME, FOR HIS PROFESSIONAL ATTIRES , I TRIED TO TELL HIM LONG AGO!

    GENEVIEVE

  237. I HAVE BEEN A SHOPPER AT TJ MAXX FOR YEARS, MY SON JUST DISCOVERED IT IN WASHINGTON DC ACCROSS THE STREET TO A MACY'S….HE NOW SWEARS BY TJMAXX AND HOW HE GETS HIS SHIRTS, SLACKS ETC….AT TJMAXX.
    SUCH A SAVING!

    GENEVIEVE

  238. I haven't bought jeans in over 5yrs and they are wearing out. Need new pairs! heartgrayson at yahoo dot com

  239. My daughter needs a spendervention. She has champagne taste on a beer pocketbook – especially shoes and purses. Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this giveaway!

  240. I need a "spendervention" because I love nice things but don't need to be spending money. Who does? I love T.J. Maxx, great place for my "therapy".

  246. I would love to win this for my mom, she got laid off from her job and doesn't get to buy new things much anymore, so it would be a nice treat for her!

  248. i need a spendervention I'm a student and i don't have a job but I still spend.

  249. I need a spendervention on the days when I shop when I really shouldn't set foot in a store of any kind. Thanks.

  250. I hardly ever buy anything for myself(I have a 3 year old & 1 year old), but I promise to use this gift card on myself if I win!

  252. I would say me!!!I never go to this store&they have great prices!

    Amy
    ahdrad2932(at)msn(dot)com

  257. I need a spendervention because I love designer baby clothes. Outfitting my twins is going to ruin me if I don't change. I'm heading to TJ Maxx to check things out. Thanks! theprophecygirl at hotmail dot com

  261. My sister needs a spendervention because she has expensive taste and a small budget

  262. Because I have lost 40 pounds and need some new clothes!
    Thanks
    Sarah
    believedreamcourage (at) gmail.com

  263. I one day looked in my closet and realized I have nothing to wear!

    Katie
    showbizkp[at]gmail[dot]com

  264. I'm unemployed and could use extra $$$ to put towards interview clothes.

    Thanks for the giveaway!

    email in blogger profile.

  265. I need a spendervention because when I want something, I have to have it. Shopping here will help me save money!

  266. I wind up buying so much online because it's convenient but shipping cost so much!

  267. I need a "spendervention" for my shopoholic daughter! Thank you for the opportunity to win!

  269. I deserve it because I am always taking care of everyone and need to spoil myself just once

    jdmimi at gmail dot com

  271. A spendervention at TJ MAXX would be great to help me save money while treating myself or my family to something nice.
    Please enter me!
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

  272. If I'm lucky enough to win, I'd use the gift card to have a spendervention for my sister. She's been reluctant to abandon her tendencies to go off her budget to buy clothes from high-end department stores, but with a little nudging, I'm sure she'll realize she can find exactly what she's looking for at discount stores like TJ Maxx and Marshalls. Thanks!

    gkaufmanss@yahoo.com

  273. I'd love a Spendervention to get a new swimsuit. I'm embarrassed to tell you how old mine is. Thanks!

  274. I need it because we are in the middle of a home renovation and I need some new decor to match the new home!

  275. Today's daily entry ~ I truly want my husband to have a spendervention experience! He so rarely purchases anything new for himself and he always looks out for our 3 children first and I know he would love to splurge just once on something new for himself. Before we had children he used to love to spend big bucks on expensive clothes for himself, and he used to pride himself on how urban chic he dressed and I know that metrosexual man still exists deep within him just waiting for chance to come back and join the world! Thanks so much for the chance to enter.
    joannaonthelake@gmail.com

  276. My husband keeps getting laid off from his job, a week here, 3 days there. I need some money to spend on something for ME! Not just bills!!!!

  277. I love to shop at TJ Maxx. I can buy nice things at equally nice prices. Thanks!

    kneecree at gmail dot com

  281. All my close friends need an intervention! I swear they spend way too much on the same things I get for cheap! I love TJ's! Thanks!
    lindsmoore55 at yahoo dot com

  282. My daughter needs the same type of spendervention that your friend did. She has high class tastes but her pocketbook doesn't match so TJ Maxx and Marshalls would fit the bill perfectly!
    doot65[at]comcast{dot}com

  288. I need a spendervention because my closet is looking really sad. A few new things would really cheer it up!

  290. I need a Spendervention so I can get me some new things

    electricisland(at)gmail.com

  294. I need it because I don't buy myself anything. I'm a single-parent, and my son comes first. I don't mind it at all, but I could use something nice.

    Thanks

    charisscharity [at] yahoo [dot] com

  297. I ALWAYS have a habit of paying too much because I see something I want and then just go for it. Then I see something like it somewhere else for much cheaper and end up cursing myself for getting ahead of myself!

    strycker@slu.edu

  298. I need a spendervention because I have an 8 year old daughter that loves clothes 🙂

  299. I've never tried TJ Maxx, either—sounds intriguing. Thanks for the giveaway!

    emhagedon at gmail

  301. I'm moving into a new house soon–I need a spendervention so I can save up some cash for that!
    renee
    yeloechikee at hotmail dot com

  302. I don't think I necessarily do, but my husband thinks I do because money is tight around here! Thanks so much for the giveaway!

    luckymegs1981 AT yahoo DOT com

  304. the reason is excellent:
    T. J Maxx kills your desire to shop any more. and this means instant savings.

  307. I need a spendervention because we are planning a move next year and are trying to watch the pennies. Thanks.

  313. Some makeup I have been wanting to try. I need a you know what! vidomich(at)yahoo(dot)com

  314. My boyfriends Mother needs this. She spends so much on clothes! And she always compliments me on what Im wearing [which I mainly get at TJ Maxx]. She needs a SPENDERVENTION!!!!!

  315. I need a spendervention because I accidentally paid my mortgage twice last month and now I'm broke!

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