There's something about a wooden rocking chair that will always evoke images of slow, sunny days – especially when styled outdoors on a porch or terrace. This aesthetic is iconic – but not quite as iconic as Martha Stewart, the lifestyle mogul who is continuing her expansion into outdoor furniture design.
In 2022, Martha announced her partnership with Polywood, the quality outdoor furniture manufacturer that's renowned for its sustainability. Since then, she has blessed us with various dining sets, loungers, and armchairs, but her Chinoiserie Rocking Chair (available at QVC) is arguably her most whimsical (and most beautiful) drop to date.
It's hard to believe a chair of this quality is available for under $500. Though this is still an investment, the fact that it carries Martha's name and is made from Polywood lumber is almost a promise that it'll last for many summers ahead. Place it on your front porch, or, if you're looking for a unique accent chair, it's just as nostalgic in a living room or nursery.
The jewel of Martha's Polywood collection, this chair is the most comfortable place to sit back and slow down. Built with durable lumber, it’s designed to handle changing weather conditions year-round, making a lasting statement at the front of your home.
If you're looking for another sign that Martha's Chinoiserie Collection is worth the investment, turn to her Bedford farm – or her Winter House Terrace, to be exact.
'Have you seen my all-weather furniture by Polywood? These chairs and table [available at Polywood] are part of my Chinoiserie Collection,' Martha shared, alongside some photos on her blog.
'These pieces stay out all season long and are designed to withstand storms and strong winds. They are so durable and look perfect year after year.'
Alongside her dining chairs, Martha uses this Polywood accent table (available at QVC) to create a container garden display on her terrace.
'My Chinoiserie Accent Tables by Polywood are great for displaying some of my potted plants. This outdoor furniture comes in a variety of colors, including my signature Bedford gray,' she says. You can shop for her picks from her QVC collection below.
Martha uses this table to create a beautiful container plant display on her Bedford terrace, so why not follow her example? Combining elegant design with lasting durability, it’s built to withstand all weather conditions, so you only need to worry about the plants.
Martha uses gray pieces like this to bring elegance to her terrace, and this bench makes it easy to follow suit. Blending timeless style with practical durability, it’s designed to handle changing weather, as you'd expect from a piece with her good name.
Martha knows that every outdoor space needs a place designed for slowing down, and this Chinoiserie chaise lounge does exactly that. Perfect for reading or sunbathing, it features an adjustable back for personalized comfort all summer long.
In true Martha style, this table brings together elegance and practicality for easy outdoor entertaining. Designed for durability as well as style, it offers a stable surface for drinks, snacks, or decorative accents while you host all season long.
Conversational seating just got even chicer with this seating set, designed for relaxed mornings over coffee and easy evenings outdoors. With cushions and weather-resistant construction, it balances comfort with long-lasting durability.
Martha didn’t design this swing, but it’s worth highlighting in its own right. This classically styled swing brings a timeless sense of charm to your terrace, paired with modern all-weather performance. It offers the look of painted wood without the upkeep, which makes it irresistible in my book.
Whether styled on a front porch, terrace, or even indoors as a nostalgic accent, the Chinoiserie Rocking Chair captures exactly what makes Martha’s outdoor vision so enduring: comfort, charm, and pieces designed to last season after season.
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