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Thursday, December 22, 2011

The Thrill Of The Hunt

Sometimes, I think that the thrill of the hunt in finding something is just about equal to the thrill of actually acquiring that something!  I spent a whole day this week trying to find three wall mirrors that I recently saw on Sonny at 155 Dream Lane blog, which she happened to show a portion of in one of her posts. 

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Great knock off look of Ballard’s Garden District mirror.  A set of two is $229.00 from Ballard’s. 

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The ones I got {eventually} from Target were $25.89 each.  I did get the three I wanted, even if it required several phone calls to several Targets as well as trips to three of them.

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I hung them above this chest in our dining area, which has basically become a sideboard here.

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Close enough to a Ballard’s look that I love them!

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Just in case you wanted to get them yourself, they are on clearance, are discontinued, and there are limited quantities out there.  Good luck!

Linking up to

Open House Party at No Minimalist Here

Fall into Fall at DIY by Design

Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style

Kathy

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24 comments:

  1. LuLu KelloggDecember 22, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE! What a great find Kathy and I love them just as much as the Ballard ones!

    LuLu~*xoxo

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  2. DIYbyDesignDecember 22, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    I LOVE those. Of course they're on clearance...they must have be bought up in two seconds. They are awesome and so much like the Ballard. I love the thrill of the hunt. It makes it even better. Way better than just walking into one Target and finding all three right there. Lol

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  3. GailDecember 22, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    What a great find Kathy! I love it. They look beautiful behind your sideboard in your dining room!!!! I just might have to pay a visit to Target.

    Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas...Gail

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  4. Okio B DesignsDecember 22, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    They really do look like the Ballard Designs ones! Pretty!

    Jeanine

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  5. Sonny GDecember 22, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Oh my gosh, Kathy.. why didnt ya just ask me. I meant to add where I got mine and forgot it in my post.. so sorry.. again, wish you had just shot me and email and I would have linked you to them..

    anyway , they look terrific~!! glad you found them. they are a perfect backdrop of your table display..

    Merry Christmas

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  6. Design EsquireDecember 22, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    What a great price! They look amazing, and I'm glad you were able to get all three!

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  7. Marsha @ Tattered ChickDecember 22, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    They look great, Kathy!!!! (I'm still boycotting Target, LOL, can you believe that I have NOT gone in that store since March!?!?!)

    xxoo
    Marsha

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  8. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereDecember 22, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    Kathy, They look wonderful above the chest. I have always loved these at Ballards too. Thanks for joining my party and Merry Christmas to you and yours.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  9. AnonymousDecember 22, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    I have seen those mirrors in Ballard Designs (and loved them)....but I like yours so much better! Great find!

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  10. Ruby JeanDecember 22, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    Oh what a FANTASTIC find and Knockoff... :) I am the Thrill of Hunt kinda of girl.. I remember when one of German Exchange students and I went to EVERY Target known to man looking for these Spring Melamine Dishes they had.... They are still one of Favorite Sets... :)

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  11. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasDecember 22, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    Love them! And you found THREE? Lucky girl! They look great over the sideboard!!

    Lou Cinda

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  12. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsDecember 22, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    They look wonderful! I love knock offs....and these look better than Ballards!

    Merry Christmas!

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  13. kristinDecember 22, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    Great find!! I think it actually looks better than the Ballards! And its always better when its cheaper.

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  14. Shannon@Cozy Home ScenesDecember 22, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    Kathy, you are very determined and it really paid off. The mirrors look fantastic! Have a wonderful Christmas with your loved ones.------- Shannon

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  15. AnonymousDecember 22, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    Kathy, I love your mirrors! These are a great find. I love them better than the Ballard's mirrors! They look amazing in your new home! I haven't seen these at Target; thanks for sharing!

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  16. Northwest TexasDecember 22, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    What a find! I love the way they look above the chest and I love the warm reflection too. You were wise to be persistent about the hunt.

    Merry Christmas!

    Dana
    Northwest Texas

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  17. DebbiedoosDecember 23, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    I have always admired those mirrors too. Just beautiful Kathy. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

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  18. Kristens CreationsDecember 23, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Hi Kathy, I am loving those mirrors!! It looks like it was worth the hunt!

    Thanks for all of your sweet comments on my Christmas decorating!! I hope you are having a wonderful holiday season!!

    I'm off to shop AGAIN! Kristen

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  19. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of SuburbiaDecember 23, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    I love them, so pretty and you can't beat the price!
    Merry Christmas!
    XO
    Kristin

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  20. KimMalkDecember 23, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    What a great Target find, Kathy. I really like the look over your dresser/buffet.

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  21. AnonymousDecember 23, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Hi Kathy! Oh, your mirrors are so pretty and actually I like yours better. I like them black and I love how the design connects to the other mirrors! They look wonderful hanging about your buffet! Merry Christmas to you and your family.
    Be a sweetie,
    shelia ;)

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  22. Confessions of a Plate AddictDecember 24, 2011 at 2:00 AM

    So pretty! Wishing a very merry Christmas and the happiest of holiday seasons to you and yours!...hugs...Debbie

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  23. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️December 27, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Hi Kathy,

    Your knockoff mirrors are fantastic!

    Dee

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  24. Angie@Echoes of LaughterDecember 29, 2011 at 1:24 AM

    Wow! You got an amazing deal! They look spectacular and I would have guessed that they cost much, much more! They are perfect there Kathy!

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I always enjoy reading your comments! Kathy