Martha Stewart designed a Valentine's Day twist on a 300-year-old kitchen essential – it's the uniquely romantic gift that will impress long after February
Forget jewelry and flowers, this Martha Stewart-designed gift is the best way to celebrate your loved ones this month – and at under $55 it's selling fast


Your partner doesn't want chocolate or flowers this Valentine's Day; they want a heart-shaped Dutch oven designed by Martha Stewart.
The doyenne of kitchens took to Instagram to share the launch of the Dutch ovens, and we're still not over how cute the Heart-Shaped designs are. Though it might seem like an unconventional present, these kitchen essentials have a storied and traditional past that stretches back 300 years. The Dutch oven, as we currently know it, was pioneered by Englishman Thomas Darby in 1710, who was the first to apply molding techniques from the Netherlands to cast iron. They are intertwined with American history, appearing in the homes of George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. If something has stuck around that long, it's bound to be good.
At the same time that they are traditional, Martha Stewart's Dutch ovens are in line with 2025 Valentine's Day gifting trends. For instance, Etsy reports that hosting is the 'new love language' this year, with searches for 'dinner decor' rising over 2,500% on their platform in preparation for Valentine's Day. People are embracing cozy, intimate celebrations at home. In the same vein, these Dutch ovens are perfect for supporting your loved ones' hosting ambitions. Whether they like to cook for others or just for themselves, these pots make it so much more fun.
These iconic Dutch ovens are made of cast iron with an eye-catching enamel coating, built to hold up to two quarts of food. They're built to last just as much as they're built for beauty. The heart-shaped handle adds another tiny pop of romance.
This heart shaped dutch oven has all the same high-quality accolades you've come to expect from Martha Stewart, except it's red. This color is my personal favorite. I think it would look adorable on a stovetop.
I've made it clear I think that a Martha Stewart Dutch oven would make a great Valentine's Day gift, but part of what makes it so special is that it will be in style long after the season is over. Think of the popularity of Le Creuset Dutch ovens; their colorful designs are so beloved that some people design their kitchens around them. What's appealing about this type of decor is that it's a low barrier to entry for a brightening touch that makes a space feel instantly luxurious and homey. Martha Stewart's enamel pots have a much more accessible price point and an arguably more interesting design. Your beloved will want it on their stove top for years to come.
If you are looking for a Valentine's Day present that won't break the bank but has an elevated, historied feel, Martha Stewart's heart-shaped Dutch ovens are the perfect place to start. Don't overthink it; everyone wants this.
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Sophie is a News Editor at Homes & Gardens, where she works on the Celebrity Style team. She is fascinated by the intersection of design and popular culture and is particularly excited when researching trends or interior history. Sophie is an avid pop culture fan. As an H&G editor, she has interviewed the likes of Martha Stewart, Hilary Duff, and the casts of Queer Eye and Selling Sunset. Before joining Future Publishing, Sophie worked as the Head of Content and Communications at Fig Linens and Home, a boutique luxury linens and furniture brand. She has also written features on exciting developments in the design world for Westport Magazine. Sophie has an MSc from the Oxford University Department of Anthropology and a BA in Creative Writing and Sociology from Sarah Lawrence College.
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