<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?> <feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xml:lang="en"> <generator uri="https://jekyllrb.com/" version="4.4.1">Jekyll</generator> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home.xml" rel="self" type="application/atom+xml"/> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/" rel="alternate" type="text/html" hreflang="en"/> <updated>2026-09-27T14:54:54-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home.xml</id> <title type="html">Lifestyle Optimization at Home</title> <subtitle>We&apos;ve traveled and lived all around the world, but there&apos;s no place like home. Here, you&apos;ll discover our tips and hacks for how we optimize our lifestyle at home as a couple in NYC.</subtitle> <author> <name>Becca &amp; Dan</name> <email>halfhalfhome@gmail.com</email> </author> <entry> <title type="html">Avenlur Casa Modern Playhouse Review: Stylish, but worth the money?</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/avenlur-casa-modern-playhouse-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Avenlur Casa Modern Playhouse Review: Stylish, but worth the money?"/> <published>2026-06-29T09:29:00-04:00</published> <updated>2026-06-29T22:03:26-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/avenlur-casa-modern-playhouse-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/avenlur-casa-modern-playhouse-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Avenlur Casa Modern Playhouse Review: Stylish, but worth the money?" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/avenlur-casa-modern-playhouse-review/IMG_4464.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>We wanted a cute minimal wooden playhouse outside for the kids, but didn’t known which brands were the most durable and top quality. We got the Avenlur Casa Modern Playhouse, and this review outlines our experience building and using it with our toddlers.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">We wanted a cute minimal wooden playhouse outside for the kids, but didn’t known which brands were the most durable and top quality. We got the Avenlur Casa Modern Playhouse, and this review outlines our experience building and using it with our toddlers.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/avenlur-casa-modern-playhouse-review/IMG_4464.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/avenlur-casa-modern-playhouse-review/IMG_4464.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">How to get a better lawn (Everything you need to know about grass)</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/how-to-get-a-better-lawn.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="How to get a better lawn (Everything you need to know about grass)"/> <published>2026-05-19T06:19:00-04:00</published> <updated>2026-05-19T22:59:58-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/how-to-get-a-better-lawn</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/how-to-get-a-better-lawn.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="How to get a better lawn (Everything you need to know about grass)" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/how-to-get-a-better-lawn/IMG_4494.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>A healthier, greener lawn doesn’t have to be complicated. This step-by-step guide covers everything you need to know about grass and lawns!</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Dan</name> </author> <summary type="html">A healthier, greener lawn doesn’t have to be complicated. This step-by-step guide covers everything you need to know about grass and lawns!</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/how-to-get-a-better-lawn/IMG_4494.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/how-to-get-a-better-lawn/IMG_4494.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">10 Things to Check That Aren’t in Listings (Buying a house?)</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/things-to-check-that-arent-in-listings.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="10 Things to Check That Aren’t in Listings (Buying a house?)"/> <published>2026-01-02T07:02:00-05:00</published> <updated>2026-09-23T22:27:01-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/things-to-check-that-arent-in-listings</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/things-to-check-that-arent-in-listings.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="10 Things to Check That Aren’t in Listings (Buying a house?)" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/things-to-check-that-arent-in-listings/DSC05690.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>A checklist of 10 crucial things to check when buying a home that you won&apos;t find in the real estate listing.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca &amp; Dan</name> </author> <summary type="html">A checklist of 10 crucial things to check when buying a home that you won&apos;t find in the real estate listing.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/things-to-check-that-arent-in-listings/DSC05690.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/things-to-check-that-arent-in-listings/DSC05690.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">23 Best Holiday Gifts from Quince (What I tried, and recommend)</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-gifts.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="23 Best Holiday Gifts from Quince (What I tried, and recommend)"/> <published>2025-10-31T07:31:00-04:00</published> <updated>2026-09-23T22:27:01-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-gifts</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-gifts.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="23 Best Holiday Gifts from Quince (What I tried, and recommend)" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-gifts/IMG_0970.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>If you’re thinking of holiday gifts from Quince, I go through the brand’s gift guide and recommend the best holiday gifts for her, for him, for kids and for your home based on what I tried this year.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">If you’re thinking of holiday gifts from Quince, I go through the brand’s gift guide and recommend the best holiday gifts for her, for him, for kids and for your home based on what I tried this year.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-gifts/IMG_0970.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-gifts/IMG_0970.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">My Quince Bedding Review: Sheets, Duvets, Quilts, and More</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-bedding-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="My Quince Bedding Review: Sheets, Duvets, Quilts, and More"/> <published>2025-10-28T06:28:00-04:00</published> <updated>2026-09-23T23:36:30-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-bedding-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-bedding-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="My Quince Bedding Review: Sheets, Duvets, Quilts, and More" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-bedding-review/IMG_3089.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>I compare Quince bedding I have used over several years, including my favorite and least favorite pieces and the tradeoffs I found by material.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">I compare Quince bedding I have used over several years, including my favorite and least favorite pieces and the tradeoffs I found by material.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-bedding-review/IMG_3089.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-bedding-review/IMG_3089.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Quince Wellness Supplements Review: I tried Electrolytes, Coffee, &amp;amp; Protein Powder</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-wellness-supplements-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Quince Wellness Supplements Review: I tried Electrolytes, Coffee, &amp;amp; Protein Powder"/> <published>2025-10-26T11:05:00-04:00</published> <updated>2026-04-30T16:13:58-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-wellness-supplements-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-wellness-supplements-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Quince Wellness Supplements Review: I tried Electrolytes, Coffee, &amp;amp; Protein Powder" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-wellness-supplements-review/IMG_2755.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>I tried the Quince Wellness products like protein powder, coffee and electrolytes to find which hit home, and which are misses. Should you consider supplements from this lifestyle brand?</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">I tried the Quince Wellness products like protein powder, coffee and electrolytes to find which hit home, and which are misses. Should you consider supplements from this lifestyle brand?</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-wellness-supplements-review/IMG_2755.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-wellness-supplements-review/IMG_2755.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Quince Lights &amp;amp; Mirror Review: Simple Bathroom Refresh!</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-bathroom-refresh.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Quince Lights &amp;amp; Mirror Review: Simple Bathroom Refresh!"/> <published>2025-09-04T11:44:00-04:00</published> <updated>2025-09-17T15:09:25-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-bathroom-refresh</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-bathroom-refresh.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Quince Lights &amp;amp; Mirror Review: Simple Bathroom Refresh!" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-bathroom-refresh/IMG_8744.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>New from Quince is their home lighting products including pendants, sconces, chandeliers and flush mounts. In this review, see which Quince lighting we tried and how our no-demo reno elevated our bathroom.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">New from Quince is their home lighting products including pendants, sconces, chandeliers and flush mounts. In this review, see which Quince lighting we tried and how our no-demo reno elevated our bathroom.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-bathroom-refresh/IMG_8744.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-bathroom-refresh/IMG_8744.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Is Quince Legit? My Experience Across 55 Orders</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Is Quince Legit? My Experience Across 55 Orders"/> <published>2025-09-04T11:04:00-04:00</published> <updated>2026-09-23T23:36:30-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Is Quince Legit? My Experience Across 55 Orders" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-review/DAN02533.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>I share my experience ordering across Quince categories, what worked, what disappointed me and where to read my focused product reviews.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">I share my experience ordering across Quince categories, what worked, what disappointed me and where to read my focused product reviews.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-review/DAN02533.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-review/DAN02533.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">FlexiSpot Air Purifier Review: Which one to pick</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/flexispot-air-purifier-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="FlexiSpot Air Purifier Review: Which one to pick"/> <published>2025-06-25T06:18:00-04:00</published> <updated>2026-02-17T21:50:00-05:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/flexispot-air-purifier-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/flexispot-air-purifier-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="FlexiSpot Air Purifier Review: Which one to pick" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/flexispot-air-purifier-review/IMG_2623.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>I tried FlexiSpot’s main air purifier options and in this review, I’ll let you know what to expect in terms of energy use, noise levels and helpful modes to consider. Lastly, I share what I’ve learned about air purifiers since we had fires in our area.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">I tried FlexiSpot’s main air purifier options and in this review, I’ll let you know what to expect in terms of energy use, noise levels and helpful modes to consider. Lastly, I share what I’ve learned about air purifiers since we had fires in our area.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/flexispot-air-purifier-review/IMG_2623.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/flexispot-air-purifier-review/IMG_2623.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">East Fork Pottery Review (the Handmade Dinnerware from Quince)</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/east-fork-pottery-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="East Fork Pottery Review (the Handmade Dinnerware from Quince)"/> <published>2025-03-18T07:18:00-04:00</published> <updated>2025-10-01T12:11:16-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/east-fork-pottery-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/east-fork-pottery-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="East Fork Pottery Review (the Handmade Dinnerware from Quince)" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/east-fork-pottery-review/IMG_0410.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>East Fork Pottery is a brand of unique minimalist high-quality “stoneware.” I got my East Fork plate and bowl sets at Quince, and in this review, find out how my experience was.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">East Fork Pottery is a brand of unique minimalist high-quality “stoneware.” I got my East Fork plate and bowl sets at Quince, and in this review, find out how my experience was.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/east-fork-pottery-review/IMG_0410.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/east-fork-pottery-review/IMG_0410.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Airweave Pillow Review: Who is it best for, and who needs it?</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/airweave-pillow-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Airweave Pillow Review: Who is it best for, and who needs it?"/> <published>2025-01-12T04:12:00-05:00</published> <updated>2025-12-04T22:55:24-05:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/airweave-pillow-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/airweave-pillow-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Airweave Pillow Review: Who is it best for, and who needs it?" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/airweave-pillow-review/IMG_8040.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>The Airweave Standard Pillow is unique. It&apos;s breathable, hypoallergenic and EXTRA firm. In my review, see who may benefit from this luxury pillow, why you’d want it and how it went for me.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">The Airweave Standard Pillow is unique. It&apos;s breathable, hypoallergenic and EXTRA firm. In my review, see who may benefit from this luxury pillow, why you’d want it and how it went for me.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/airweave-pillow-review/IMG_8040.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/airweave-pillow-review/IMG_8040.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">My Quince Rug Review: Choosing and Living With a Wool Rug</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/rugs-from-quince.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="My Quince Rug Review: Choosing and Living With a Wool Rug"/> <published>2025-01-09T12:09:00-05:00</published> <updated>2026-09-23T23:36:30-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/rugs-from-quince</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/rugs-from-quince.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="My Quince Rug Review: Choosing and Living With a Wool Rug" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/rugs-from-quince/IMG_7973.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>I review the Quince wool rug we chose for our living room, including our size decision, delivery, unpacking and what I would check before ordering.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">I review the Quince wool rug we chose for our living room, including our size decision, delivery, unpacking and what I would check before ordering.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/rugs-from-quince/IMG_7973.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/rugs-from-quince/IMG_7973.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">My Tribesigns Sideboard Review: From Delivery to Use</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/tribesigns-furniture-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="My Tribesigns Sideboard Review: From Delivery to Use"/> <published>2024-12-30T06:30:00-05:00</published> <updated>2026-09-23T23:36:30-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/tribesigns-furniture-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/tribesigns-furniture-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="My Tribesigns Sideboard Review: From Delivery to Use" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/tribesigns-furniture-review/IMG_7588.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>I review the Tribesigns sideboard we chose for our dining room, from assembly and finish to its limitations. I am describing one item, not testing the whole catalog.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">I review the Tribesigns sideboard we chose for our dining room, from assembly and finish to its limitations. I am describing one item, not testing the whole catalog.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/tribesigns-furniture-review/IMG_7588.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/tribesigns-furniture-review/IMG_7588.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Aqua Chill Honest Review (Reverse Osmosis Water Filter Installation)</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/aqua-chill-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Aqua Chill Honest Review (Reverse Osmosis Water Filter Installation)"/> <published>2024-12-24T04:24:00-05:00</published> <updated>2025-04-20T21:21:31-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/aqua-chill-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/aqua-chill-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Aqua Chill Honest Review (Reverse Osmosis Water Filter Installation)" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/aqua-chill-review/DAN03889.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>In this honest review of reverse osmosis water filter installation, see why I went with Aqua Chill, and what to know about the yearly RO system maintenance for your home.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Dan</name> </author> <summary type="html">In this honest review of reverse osmosis water filter installation, see why I went with Aqua Chill, and what to know about the yearly RO system maintenance for your home.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/aqua-chill-review/DAN03889.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/aqua-chill-review/DAN03889.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">FlexiSpot Lotus Swivel Rocker Recliner Review: A Comfy &amp;amp; Sturdy Lounge Chair</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/flexispot-lotus-swivel-rocker-recliner-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="FlexiSpot Lotus Swivel Rocker Recliner Review: A Comfy &amp;amp; Sturdy Lounge Chair"/> <published>2024-12-20T03:19:00-05:00</published> <updated>2026-02-17T21:50:00-05:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/flexispot-lotus-swivel-rocker-recliner-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/flexispot-lotus-swivel-rocker-recliner-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="FlexiSpot Lotus Swivel Rocker Recliner Review: A Comfy &amp;amp; Sturdy Lounge Chair" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/flexispot-lotus-swivel-rocker-recliner-review/IMG_7318.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>We got the FlexiSpot Swivel Rocker Recliner XC6/XR6 as a comfy lounge chair for home. In this review, read about the setup, quality and comfort, as well as one criticism.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Dan</name> </author> <summary type="html">We got the FlexiSpot Swivel Rocker Recliner XC6/XR6 as a comfy lounge chair for home. In this review, read about the setup, quality and comfort, as well as one criticism.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/flexispot-lotus-swivel-rocker-recliner-review/IMG_7318.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/flexispot-lotus-swivel-rocker-recliner-review/IMG_7318.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Poshmark buyer’s guide: how to get the best deal (And watch out for!)</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/poshmark-buyers-guide.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Poshmark buyer’s guide: how to get the best deal (And watch out for!)"/> <published>2024-12-18T06:18:28-05:00</published> <updated>2024-12-18T23:47:53-05:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/poshmark-buyers-guide</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/poshmark-buyers-guide.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Poshmark buyer’s guide: how to get the best deal (And watch out for!)" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/poshmark-buyers-guide/DAN02210.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>How do you get a great deal on Poshmark? In this how-to guide, I tell you what to look out for, from red flags to sending offers, making bundles and using support to shop like a pro.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">How do you get a great deal on Poshmark? In this how-to guide, I tell you what to look out for, from red flags to sending offers, making bundles and using support to shop like a pro.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/poshmark-buyers-guide/DAN02210.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/poshmark-buyers-guide/DAN02210.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Is Selling on The RealReal Worth It? My Seller Experience</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/selling-on-realreal.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Is Selling on The RealReal Worth It? My Seller Experience"/> <published>2024-12-16T09:16:28-05:00</published> <updated>2026-09-23T23:36:30-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/selling-on-realreal</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/selling-on-realreal.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Is Selling on The RealReal Worth It? My Seller Experience" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/selling-on-realreal/DAN03589.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>I describe my experience consigning luxury goods through The RealReal, including the work it saved me, my recorded earnings and the control I gave up.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">I describe my experience consigning luxury goods through The RealReal, including the work it saved me, my recorded earnings and the control I gave up.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/selling-on-realreal/DAN03589.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/selling-on-realreal/DAN03589.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Is a Peloton Bike still worth it (or buy a used one)?</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/peloton-bike-worth-it.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Is a Peloton Bike still worth it (or buy a used one)?"/> <published>2024-11-23T06:49:00-05:00</published> <updated>2024-12-19T11:56:39-05:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/peloton-bike-worth-it</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/peloton-bike-worth-it.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Is a Peloton Bike still worth it (or buy a used one)?" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/peloton-bike-worth-it/IMG_6401.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>I go through the pros and cons of getting a used Peloton bike and I’ll help you decide if it’s worth it to get the Bike or Bike+, in used, new or refurbished conditions. There’s a lot I consider, in this review.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Dan</name> </author> <summary type="html">I go through the pros and cons of getting a used Peloton bike and I’ll help you decide if it’s worth it to get the Bike or Bike+, in used, new or refurbished conditions. There’s a lot I consider, in this review.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/peloton-bike-worth-it/IMG_6401.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/peloton-bike-worth-it/IMG_6401.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Quince on a Budget: 16 Most Affordable Products to Shop Now</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/most-affordable-quince-products.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Quince on a Budget: 16 Most Affordable Products to Shop Now"/> <published>2024-11-22T09:22:00-05:00</published> <updated>2025-09-05T10:16:10-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/most-affordable-quince-products</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/most-affordable-quince-products.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Quince on a Budget: 16 Most Affordable Products to Shop Now" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/most-affordable-quince-products/DAN04690.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>I list the absolute cheapest products to shop for online at Quince, from clothes and accessories to little things for home. Here’s my affordable Quince luxury-for-less guide!</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">I list the absolute cheapest products to shop for online at Quince, from clothes and accessories to little things for home. Here’s my affordable Quince luxury-for-less guide!</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/most-affordable-quince-products/DAN04690.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/most-affordable-quince-products/DAN04690.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Quince Stainless Steel Cookware Review (and other kitchen accessories!)</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-stainless-steel-cookware-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Quince Stainless Steel Cookware Review (and other kitchen accessories!)"/> <published>2024-11-16T03:16:00-05:00</published> <updated>2025-12-04T22:55:24-05:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-stainless-steel-cookware-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-stainless-steel-cookware-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Quince Stainless Steel Cookware Review (and other kitchen accessories!)" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-stainless-steel-cookware-review/IMG_6192.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>Did Quince just make the best 5-ply stainless steel cookware? In this review, I discuss Quince’s pots and pans, and other handy kitchen products we found and liked.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">Did Quince just make the best 5-ply stainless steel cookware? In this review, I discuss Quince’s pots and pans, and other handy kitchen products we found and liked.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-stainless-steel-cookware-review/IMG_6192.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-stainless-steel-cookware-review/IMG_6192.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Smithey Cast Iron Skillet Review: A skillet to love forever?</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/smithey-cast-iron-skillet-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Smithey Cast Iron Skillet Review: A skillet to love forever?"/> <published>2024-11-11T06:18:00-05:00</published> <updated>2025-04-20T15:44:27-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/smithey-cast-iron-skillet-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/smithey-cast-iron-skillet-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Smithey Cast Iron Skillet Review: A skillet to love forever?" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/smithey-cast-iron-skillet-review/DAN07308.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>I got a classic Smithey cast iron skillet as a skillet “to last a lifetime.” In this review, see my thoughts on the quality, craftsmanship, uniqueness and if Smithey is worth it!</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Dan</name> </author> <summary type="html">I got a classic Smithey cast iron skillet as a skillet “to last a lifetime.” In this review, see my thoughts on the quality, craftsmanship, uniqueness and if Smithey is worth it!</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/smithey-cast-iron-skillet-review/DAN07308.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/smithey-cast-iron-skillet-review/DAN07308.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Honest review: Quince Premium Down Alternative Pillows (Extra Firm!)</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-premium-down-alternative-pillow-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Honest review: Quince Premium Down Alternative Pillows (Extra Firm!)"/> <published>2024-10-09T11:09:00-04:00</published> <updated>2026-09-23T22:27:01-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-premium-down-alternative-pillow-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-premium-down-alternative-pillow-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Honest review: Quince Premium Down Alternative Pillows (Extra Firm!)" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-premium-down-alternative-pillow-review/IMG_4776.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>Should you invest in Quince’s down alternative pillows for your bedding? In this review, see my opinion on the quality and price of these firm hotel-style pillows.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">Should you invest in Quince’s down alternative pillows for your bedding? In this review, see my opinion on the quality and price of these firm hotel-style pillows.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-premium-down-alternative-pillow-review/IMG_4776.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-premium-down-alternative-pillow-review/IMG_4776.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Quince Cotton Bath Towel Set Review: Why I’m Glad I Got Them</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-cotton-bath-towel-set-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Quince Cotton Bath Towel Set Review: Why I’m Glad I Got Them"/> <published>2024-08-08T08:15:00-04:00</published> <updated>2026-09-23T22:27:01-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-cotton-bath-towel-set-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-cotton-bath-towel-set-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Quince Cotton Bath Towel Set Review: Why I’m Glad I Got Them" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-cotton-bath-towel-set-review/IMG_2084.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>I wanted new bath towels that weren’t too bulky, and were stylish but an affordable price. I got the Quince Turkish Cotton Bath Towels to see if they were as quick-dry as they claimed.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">I wanted new bath towels that weren’t too bulky, and were stylish but an affordable price. I got the Quince Turkish Cotton Bath Towels to see if they were as quick-dry as they claimed.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-cotton-bath-towel-set-review/IMG_2084.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-cotton-bath-towel-set-review/IMG_2084.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Sell on Poshmark like a pro (insider tips from 5 years of success)</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/how-to-sell-on-poshmark.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Sell on Poshmark like a pro (insider tips from 5 years of success)"/> <published>2024-07-16T07:14:28-04:00</published> <updated>2025-07-30T23:05:50-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/how-to-sell-on-poshmark</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/how-to-sell-on-poshmark.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Sell on Poshmark like a pro (insider tips from 5 years of success)" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/how-to-sell-on-poshmark/DAN02744.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>After trial and error, I learned how to stand out and make sales on Poshmark. Here are my secrets to success, as well as what NOT to do when you first start selling on the site.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">After trial and error, I learned how to stand out and make sales on Poshmark. Here are my secrets to success, as well as what NOT to do when you first start selling on the site.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/how-to-sell-on-poshmark/DAN02744.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/how-to-sell-on-poshmark/DAN02744.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Easy and Affordable Ideas for a Starter Home Gym (Small products only)</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/affordable-ideas-for-a-starter-home-gym.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Easy and Affordable Ideas for a Starter Home Gym (Small products only)"/> <published>2024-06-28T05:19:00-04:00</published> <updated>2025-12-04T22:55:24-05:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/affordable-ideas-for-a-starter-home-gym</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/affordable-ideas-for-a-starter-home-gym.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Easy and Affordable Ideas for a Starter Home Gym (Small products only)" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/affordable-ideas-for-a-starter-home-gym/DAN03408.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>Building a small starter home gym doesn’t have to be expensive. In this list of ideas, see which simple and affordable things we got for home workouts in our family room.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">Building a small starter home gym doesn’t have to be expensive. In this list of ideas, see which simple and affordable things we got for home workouts in our family room.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/affordable-ideas-for-a-starter-home-gym/DAN03408.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/affordable-ideas-for-a-starter-home-gym/DAN03408.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Quince vs Brooklinen Bedding: Which is the better quilt set?</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-vs-brooklinen-quilt-set.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Quince vs Brooklinen Bedding: Which is the better quilt set?"/> <published>2024-06-17T13:01:00-04:00</published> <updated>2026-09-23T22:27:01-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-vs-brooklinen-quilt-set</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-vs-brooklinen-quilt-set.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Quince vs Brooklinen Bedding: Which is the better quilt set?" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-vs-brooklinen-quilt-set/IMG_0210.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>I tried both the Brooklinen Linen Quilt Set and the Quince Linen Quilt Set and decided to compare them for quality, price and design. Which bedding set comes out on top? See my thoughts.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">I tried both the Brooklinen Linen Quilt Set and the Quince Linen Quilt Set and decided to compare them for quality, price and design. Which bedding set comes out on top? See my thoughts.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-vs-brooklinen-quilt-set/IMG_0210.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-vs-brooklinen-quilt-set/IMG_0210.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">12 Versatile Gift Ideas for Minimalist Men Who Keep Things Simple</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/simple-gift-ideas-for-men.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="12 Versatile Gift Ideas for Minimalist Men Who Keep Things Simple"/> <published>2024-06-14T10:06:00-04:00</published> <updated>2025-07-10T15:16:00-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/simple-gift-ideas-for-men</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/simple-gift-ideas-for-men.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="12 Versatile Gift Ideas for Minimalist Men Who Keep Things Simple" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/simple-gift-ideas-for-men/DAN01600.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>Shopping for minimalist men is hard, so you’ll want to get an easy gift that’s functional and smart. Check out my must-have minimal items that could please a simple guy.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Dan</name> </author> <summary type="html">Shopping for minimalist men is hard, so you’ll want to get an easy gift that’s functional and smart. Check out my must-have minimal items that could please a simple guy.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/simple-gift-ideas-for-men/DAN01600.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/simple-gift-ideas-for-men/DAN01600.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Quince Home Collection: See what I tried (Product review)</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-home-collection.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Quince Home Collection: See what I tried (Product review)"/> <published>2024-06-11T11:15:00-04:00</published> <updated>2026-09-23T22:27:01-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-home-collection</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/quince-home-collection.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Quince Home Collection: See what I tried (Product review)" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-home-collection/IMG_9764.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>I tried a variety of the products from Quince’s Home collection, and here is what I thought! See which items I recommend, and which are worth it for the quality.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">I tried a variety of the products from Quince’s Home collection, and here is what I thought! See which items I recommend, and which are worth it for the quality.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-home-collection/IMG_9764.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/quince-home-collection/IMG_9764.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">My review of Buy Nothing: the Group That Changed My Life</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/buy-nothing-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="My review of Buy Nothing: the Group That Changed My Life"/> <published>2024-05-31T08:31:00-04:00</published> <updated>2025-09-19T10:16:46-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/buy-nothing-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/buy-nothing-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="My review of Buy Nothing: the Group That Changed My Life" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/buy-nothing-review/DAN01894.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>Read how Buy Nothing changed my life, helped me save money and made me feel like a part of my community by lessening waste and trash. Maybe it’ll be the same for you.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">Read how Buy Nothing changed my life, helped me save money and made me feel like a part of my community by lessening waste and trash. Maybe it’ll be the same for you.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/buy-nothing-review/DAN01894.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/buy-nothing-review/DAN01894.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> <entry> <title type="html">Brooklinen Bedding after 3 years: Linen Quilt and Sheets Review</title> <link href="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/brooklinen-bedding-review.html" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Brooklinen Bedding after 3 years: Linen Quilt and Sheets Review"/> <published>2024-05-29T11:55:00-04:00</published> <updated>2025-07-30T23:05:50-04:00</updated> <id>https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/brooklinen-bedding-review</id> <content type="html" xml:base="https://www.halfhalfhome.com/home/brooklinen-bedding-review.html"> <![CDATA[ <p><img alt="Brooklinen Bedding after 3 years: Linen Quilt and Sheets Review" src="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/brooklinen-bedding-review/IMG_5814.jpg?width=1600"></p> <p>Here are the quality issues I saw with my Brooklinen sheets, bedding and quilt, after 3 years of use. See what happened with my Brooklinen products and what to watch out for.</p> ]]> </content> <author> <name>Becca</name> </author> <summary type="html">Here are the quality issues I saw with my Brooklinen sheets, bedding and quilt, after 3 years of use. See what happened with my Brooklinen products and what to watch out for.</summary> <media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/brooklinen-bedding-review/IMG_5814.jpg?width=1600"/> <media:content medium="image" url="https://images.halfhalfhome.com/posts/home/brooklinen-bedding-review/IMG_5814.jpg?width=1600" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"/> </entry> </feed>