Do you like designer home decor accents, but not the designer price tag? Consider shopping at discount stores such as TJMaxx, Home Goods, and Marshalls. Many people often think about these stores for clothes and shoes, but often forget about them for their home decor items. These stores have beautiful department store grade home decor items such as furniture, rugs, lamps, wall art, mirrors, etc. Use the following 10 tips to score big.
(Disclaimer: This post is NOT sponsored by TJMaxx. TJMaxx is not aware of this post. However, if you are a TJMaxx representative or know one, please feel free to share it.)
- Take your Time – When you are shopping for home decor accents and accessories, take your time. Do not rush. Do not try to “run into the store to grab something.”Being patient is a key element.
- Buy It NOW – If you see an item that you think may be perfect, but not sure…. simply buy it now.. If it doesn’t work, return it immediately. If you decide that you want to purchase it later, I promise you, it will not be there. I’ve never regretted buying something. I’ve only regretted not buying it.
- Avoid the weekends – Weekends are stores most business times. If possible, shop in the morning during the week.
- Don’t be afraid to move items around the store – As a Certified Interior Decorator, I’m not afraid to rearrange the store if necessary. If you want to know how an item will look next to another item, move it…
- Ask the sales associates for assistance – The sales associates are there to help. If you need them to move something, retrieve a price, or simply their opinion, don’t be afraid to ask.
- Look at “put backs” – Many people (like myself) return items or decide not to purchase an item once they make it to the counter. The associates may not be able to return the items to the floor immediately. If you see something you like, don’t be afraid to ask.
- Use the Rewards card – If you have a Rewards Card or a Rewards Credit Card, use it. I encourage you to use the Rewards Credit Card for your purchase, and them immediately pay the bill. By using the Rewards Card or Rewards Credit Card, you will receive points which may be used for future purchases and discounts.
- Learn your store’s schedule – Many TJMaxx stores receive new merchandise on Wednesdays. However, your local store may be different. Learn the schedule and try to shop on the day they put out the new items.
- Check out the Clearance section – Don’t forget the clearance section. I’ve found tons of awesome home decor items there.
- Don’t be afraid to mix and match – Do you only see 2 different sets of 2 dining chairs? Your dining room doesn’t have to be matchy matchy. In fact, being unique and thinking outside the box will set your home apart from your neighbors. Be creative with your home’s decor.
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I absolutely love TJ Maxx! I basically decorated my entire apartment from things at that store. I do have to disagree with you in regards to the tip about “running into the store to get something quickly.” I have found some of my best home decor items from just “running in quick” to get something else. LOL No matter what I can’t stay out of the home section and I always end up buying something I’m not supposed to!
I definitely never thought about inquiring about their merchandise schedule. Thanks for the tips!
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Yes, I’ve gotten great items from running in. However, I often wonder what I missed by not taking my time. Humm!! Thanks for stopping by. Have a great day.
Yes !!! 90% of my amazing hlhse decor has came from tjmaxx by far the best !! Laci
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Great suggestions! I especially love the tip about looking at “put backs” because I’m guilty of doing that all the time. I also definitely agree with buying it now at TJ Maxx. Things go quick and they are usually unique.
Yes, I’m guilty of put backs as well. LOL. But, I have been able to get some great items from put backs. Thanks for reading.
Oh yes, perfect tips! I LOVE TJMaxx and just received my $10 reward for using the credit card. 🙂
Penn&Quill || Robin
Congrats on your reward. You’ve earned it!
I haven’t been to these stores in AGES. I used to work really close to a TJ Maxx and would go in all the time for random yoga, decor, and clothing things and just loved it. I’d love to return–these are some great shopping tips–thanks for sharing 🙂 XOXO
What are you waiting on? Lol. Visit your local store soon ! 🙂
Great tips here! I always forget to look at stores like this for home decor stuff!
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Such awesome tips. We are new homeowners and I am definitely a “buy, try, and return” kinda gal. It’s sometimes the only way to know if something will work! TJMaxx is one of my favorites (I just scored a great basket for throws for $10 there last week)…. but admittedly, I get distracted by their clothes and shoes – ha!
Congrats on the new home. What a wonderful thing!! Yes, I live their baskets. They are awesome and the price is simply divine!
I’m a TJ Maxxholic and Home Goods shopper! I totally agree with you about purchasing the item when you see it otherwise when you come back for it, it’s saying look for me! These are some great tips and suggestions for shoppers that never have shopped before at TJMaxx! Thanks for sharing….
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I am all for saving money at places like TJMaxx!
Like I always say, a penny saved is a penny you can decorate with.
I love Home Goods! I’m in the process of decorating our home office and bedroom. I peek in the store every time I’m in the shopping center to see if they have something that I need/want/will look great! Patience is another key!
Yes yes yes on the buy it now. I bought a side table I loved knowing it was a tiny bit defected. But I knew I would never find another one just like it at another Home Goods.
Great deal. I bet it is beautiful. I know you’re extremely happy you purchased it.
I wish we had TJ Maxx and Home Goods in Canada! We have Winners, which is the same family as TJ Maxx I think, and I find some great stuff there, but I’d love more stores to check all the time.
Wow, Winners sound great. I’m sure you can “win” some great deals there. Thanks for stopping by.
This is great! I love going to Home Goods for decor and random home items, so I’ll definitely keep these tips in mind.
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I seriously love going there to look for good finds!
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These are great tips. I totally agree on buying it now. I don’t know how many times I talk ,yield out of buying something and go back another time to find it gone. Also taken go your time is the only way to shop in there. I always find stuff buried when I take the time to look.
Yes, I think a key is looking for hidden treasures.
Great tips! I love getting home stuff at TJ Maxx and Homegoods!
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I am wayyyy too obsessed with these stores. They are seriously the BEST for everything!!!!!!!! I could spend thousands in one day at these stores. Home Goods has the cutest home stuff, really stylish stuff! Love it. Maybe too much :/
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I’ve always loved that store, basically since childhood!
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This is a lot, but super informative. I’ve recently become a pro at really shopping for clothes, shoes, and accessories, but for some reason I don’t have the hang of shopping for the house. I’m going to try this tips and kidnap my grandma (she should have been an interior decorator) and really get my apartment together this year!
xoxo,
Roxy
Sounds like grannie is a peach. Yes, drag her shopping!!!
These are great tips! I especially love the one about learning the store’s shipment/stocking schedule. Great way to be the first to see new items.
Yes, we need to be there to get first dibs on the merchandise. 🙂
These are great tips! I love these types of stores. I try to get in to see what I can find whenever I have a chance.