Fran Sales

Fran Sales

Forbes Staff|Forbes Vetted

I’m an updates writer for Forbes Vetted. I make sure our home, kitchen, kids and gifts product recommendations are current, relevant and backed by experts, testing and research. Before Vetted, I spent four years in various commerce editorial roles at brands like Shop TODAY, The

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The 23 Best Gift Baskets To Delight Everyone On Your List

Our expert gifting team set out to find the best gift baskets for every recipient and occasion, including several we've tried, ourselves.

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7,124 viewsMar 28, 2025

The Best Trampolines That Offer Fun And Fitness

Trampolines offer a fun way for the whole family to stay active. With safety insights from experts, we rounded up the five best trampolines to consider for your backyard.

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72,927 viewsMar 26, 2025

The Best Flower Delivery Services To Send Fast, Fresh Blooms

Our gifting experts handpicked the 13 best flower delivery services for ordering beautiful bouquets online. Here are our favorites from The Bouqs Co., FTD and more.

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53,945 viewsMar 10, 2025

The 6 Best Blenders To Make Soups, Smoothies, Nut Butters And More

The best blenders—whether a full-size Vitamix or a smaller Nutribullet—excel at processing a variety of foods. Here are our top picks for 2025.

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12,948 viewsMar 6, 2025

The 4 Best Wireless Dog Fences, Plus Tips From A Professional Trainer

With the help of canine experts, we rounded up the best wireless dog fences to help keep your pups safe outdoors.

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9,761 viewsMar 4, 2025

29 International Women’s Day Gifts To Treat Moms, Co-Workers And More

The best International Women's Day gifts are thoughtful, uplifting presents that show your appreciation. Here are our top picks to celebrate on March 8.

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302,248 viewsFeb 27, 2025

The Best Patio Furniture To Refresh Your Outdoor Space For Spring

Our editors selected the best patio furniture of the year that's both functional and durable, from outdoor sofas to weatherproof chairs.

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11,259 viewsFeb 27, 2025

The 9 Best Pillows For Shoulder Pain Relief Based On Your Sleep Style

According to joint experts, the best pillows for shoulder pain depend on sleep style, loft, fill and more. See our top 9 picks from Saatva, Brooklinen and more.

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34,262 viewsFeb 25, 2025

The 8 Best Air Purifiers, Based On Testing And Expert Advice

After testing and conducting in-depth expert interviews, these are the 8 best air purifiers in 2025 for smoke, allergies and more.

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6,711 viewsFeb 25, 2025

The 5 Best Knife Sharpeners To Restore Dull Blades

The best knife sharpeners are easy to use and achieve consistent results, making the necessary maintenance a little less intimidating. Here are our top picks for 2025.