THE LATEST FROM FRAN BERGER
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Dress up your bookshelf with wonderful accent pieces. | Fran Berger
Just because it's a bookshelf doesn't mean only books can be on it. The trick to creating an interesting space is to add interesting objects that attract your eye. I picked out a few ideas from two of my favorite places - Table Art and Bloomingdales.Links: https://www.tableartonline.com/home.php Some items...
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Fabulous bathrooms and guest bathrooms for your second home. | Fran Berger
Have you ever stayed at a hotel or resort and wanted to bring the bathroom home with you because you felt pampered? All those bath salts, washes, loofas, and accents are a real treat. Adding some of those items to your bathroom at home...
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Making chips, dips, and snacks even more exciting. | Fran Berger
Everyone loves snacks - chips, pretzels, popcorn, even candy - and when you're serving your favorite ones in great serving pieces like these it makes the get together more fun. So, even if it's just the family right now, bring...
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Single platter meals for presentation and convenience. | Fran Berger
One platter for your whole meal is not only a convenience, but it can also look fabulous. Your meal, be it a dinner roast with steamed veggies on the side or a whole bunch of fresh vegetables and fruits, will look wonderful when...
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Refresh your beach towels! | Fran Berger
Because I live in Southern California, when the weather warms up, I start thinking about going to the beach. Perhaps for you it's your backyard or pool or even a local watering hole either way it's time to dig out the beach towels. But what you might find in that pile of beach towels...
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Fun bowls for your favorite berries. | Fran Berger
It's berry season and you can find all different types of fresh ones at your local market. No matter if they're porcelain, crystal or any other different style, color, or shape - berries are always prettier when they're served in unique bowls.Check out TableArt https://www.tableartonline.com/home.phpSome...
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Handy platters and trays make it so easy to entertain guests. | Fran Berger
If you have a few great serving platters or trays in your cabinets you'll be ready to entertain as soon as we're not having to stay home anymore. Simply add some cheeses, perhaps a few cold cuts, a bunch of grapes, and you're good to go. I've...
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Freshen up your whole backyard with outdoor accent pillows. | Fran Berger
Summer is coming and that means spending time together in the backyard. Adding color and patterns with new accent pillows is the perfect way to freshen up the whole look. Whether you love bright colored patterns or more tailored patterns with...
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Upgrade your summer look with fresh flowers and fabulous vases. | Fran Berger
Fresh flowers are a great way to add a lovely touch to your home. Wherever you get them, your local farmer's market, the grocery store, or even your own backyard, make sure you have vases or containers (don't limit yourself to vases) in multiple sizes and shapes. ...
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How to decorate your table for a Happy Easter. | Fran Berger
I'm encouraged by what I see amongst my family and friends who have taken the present challenges seriously. It has given me a lot of reason to be optimistic about seeing everyone personally and not just through Zoom or Facetime....
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How to light up your life with candles! | Fran Berger
Candlelight is so warm and pleasant to look at; it can add instant ambiance to just about any room and whatever you're doing. Let's say that you're planning for a cozy night in. Or you plan to dine outside with...
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Elegance for your Passover celebration. | Fran Berger
Passover has always been celebrated with family and friends. And, I continue to remain positive in our current climate that not only my family, but my friends will be able to join me for this sacred holiday. With adding a...
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Travel is stressful, so make it easy and fun. | Fran Berger
Experienced travelers usually have their list of "go-to" items that they always take on every trip. These are on the top of my list. First, I always bring a big scarf that I can use as a blanket because jets can get pretty cold sometimes. Second, of course, sunglasses! I picked up...
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Bring Spring to Your Table | Fran Berger
When the coming season is Spring - it means adding color, brightness, and whimsy that will indicate warmer weather is just over the horizon! My friends at GEARYS Beverly Hills can help you add the perfect pieces to your collection that...
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Searching for the perfect serving pieces for your dining table | Fran Berger
Having unique serving pieces can make your dining table that much more fun. They don't have to be formal items, just ones that bring interest and conversation to the table - pieces that perhaps have a story. Ones that you love and that...
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It's time to bring back the Punch Bowl. | Fran Berger
Punch Bowls have a bad reputation. They remind us of long ago PTA meetings, school dances, and other things that we'd rather forget. But picture this party idea: invite some friends over to bring their favorite snacks, and you supply a chilled bowl of champagne punch. Sounds like...
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How modern couples go through their wedding registries together. | Fran Berger
You're getting married! Congratulations. As a modern couple, you've decided to create your wedding registry together. But, that can be a problem sometimes when your tastes don't match completely. My friends at GEARYS Beverly Hills have a solution. They put the entire registry on gift cards for you....
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Save space with luxurious bath sheets! | Fran Berger
We talk about making things simpler around the home by keeping less stuff. One of the ways you can do that is by getting rid of old bath towels and replacing them with luxurious bath sheets. Bath sheets are much larger than regular bath...
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How to fill out your wedding registry. | Fran Berger
Don't forget that your wedding registry is for much more than china, glass and silver. Look for additional things that will elevate your entertaining experience - perhaps fun items for your bar, a new set of candlesticks for your dining...
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Relax with your own private cocktail hour. | Fran Berger
I think one of the most important ways to close every day is to sit down with a friend or your significant other and download your day with a private cocktail hour - with alcohol or not. All you need...
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