12 essential buys for anyone who wants to channel their inner Martha Stewart
What would Martha use in her kitchen? I've created the ultimate 'starter kit' of chic essentials


If you’re someone who loves homemaking – whether it’s creating a beautiful tablescape or baking perfect Christmas cookies – chances are you admire Martha Stewart.
After watching her recent documentary, I couldn’t help but be inspired by how she turns life’s little moments into 'a good thing' with her impeccable style and grace. With that in mind, I've rounded up 12 essentials for channeling Martha's magic in the kitchen. From food processors and wine coolers to organic herb seeds and tasteful oven gloves, these are perfect gifts for yourself or someone you love.
12 essentials for the aspiring Martha Stewart
If you’re looking to infuse your kitchen with Martha Stewart’s signature style and sophistication, this is the perfect place to start. As a Kitchen Appliance Editor and trained cook myself, I recommend these elegant cooking and hosting essentials.
Serious cooks know the importance of good knives, and Martha’s signature stainless steel set combines style and function. These knives are not only sharp, but the linen white handles and acacia wood block is beautiful enough to display on any countertop.
Martha Stewart starts every day with a green juice, and we’re sold on the benefits. In an Instagram post, she revealed her daily juice ritual, saying it contributes to her glowing skin. She recommends the Breville 3X Bluicer Pro – and so do we: it's one of our best juicers 2024.
For any aspiring coastal grandmother, Martha's white and blue dinnerware set is a timeless choice. The collection includes four 11-inch dinner plates, four 8-inch dessert plates, and four 28oz bowls –making the art of tablescaping simple and easy.
With these 12 essentials, you’ll be ready to create beautiful meals, memorable moments, and a home that feels as curated and polished as Martha’s. Plus, any one of these would make the perfect gift for an aspiring host.
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Lydia is the Kitchen Appliances Editor for Homes & Gardens, testing everything from air fryers and mixers to juicers and coffee machines. She trained in Culinary Arts at Leiths School of Food & Wine and previously served as the Recipe Editor for Mindful Chef.