What’s New in Martha Stewart’s QVC Garden Tools Today?

The Martha Stewart gardening roundup that inspired this guide was published in March 2025. It highlighted five QVC products, but a year-old product page is not a reliable promise that an item can still be ordered, and its launch prices are not today’s prices.

I checked QVC’s official garden-tool and Garden & Outdoor listings on September 23, 2026. The catalog now surfaces newer products, while at least one of the original item pages is marked “Deleted.” Below, the five launch picks are treated as a historical lineup; current listings are identified separately, and every QVC page should be checked for stock and shipping before checkout. The generic tool photos on this page are illustrative and do not depict or recreate Martha Stewart QVC products.

Start with today’s QVC catalog, not the 2025 headline

The most useful page for shopping is QVC’s Martha Stewart garden-tools category. QVC’s current catalog search also surfaces a four-piece trowel and cultivator set, a foldable garden tote, and a six-pair gardening-glove set. The category listing also surfaces a three-piece soil-scoop set, so the current selection is broader and different from the five 2025 picks.

That wording matters: an item appearing in a category or search result confirms that QVC has a catalog page for it, not that every color or size is available to ship today. Open the exact product page, check that it can be added to your cart, confirm the selected option and delivery location, and review the return terms before paying. QVC can retain product descriptions after a product is no longer orderable, so do not rely on an old search snippet or a saved price.

Among the original item IDs, QVC’s current indexed description marks the garden weeding hand tool, M131972, “Deleted.” The M99698 leaf-bag item still appears in QVC’s garden-tool listing, while its separate “As Is” listing is marked deleted; those are different item records, so neither one proves the other is in stock. The hori hori set, canvas bag, and leather pouch still have official item pages surfaced by QVC, but a surviving page alone is not evidence of checkout availability. The distinction is useful whether you are shopping for yourself or buying a gift: use the category for today’s assortment and treat older SKU pages as product references until QVC confirms an active offer.

What the original five product picks were designed to do

The 2025 roundup grouped together tools for planting, weeding, carrying hand tools, and hauling debris. They solve different problems, so the best choice depends less on the Martha Stewart name than on which task slows you down most often.

Hori hori and serrated knife set (M99694)

QVC described the M99694 set as a hori hori digging knife plus a separate serrated garden knife. The original product description highlighted digging, cutting, depth marks, and a serrated edge; the companion knife was intended for tougher cutting jobs. A hori hori is a compact soil knife, not a replacement for every blade in the shed. It is most useful when you want one short tool for opening planting holes, loosening a small root ball, lifting a weed, or cutting through a thin stem.

Fine Gardening writer Susan Belsinger describes using a hori hori as a Japanese weeding knife and notes that she uses hers for digging, sawing, cutting, and measuring planting depth. That is a helpful picture of the tool category, not a test of this Martha Stewart model. A compact knife can be convenient in a tight bed, but the right blade shape, handle comfort, sheath, and steel quality matter more than a claim that one tool does everything.

For a small transplant, use the blade to loosen soil around the root zone rather than levering hard against a thick root or stone. Keep the cutting edge pointed away from your body, slide the knife into its sheath between tasks, and never toss it loose into a tote where a hand may meet the blade. If you mainly need to cut live woody stems, choose bypass pruners sized for the branch instead; a serrated knife is not a clean-cut substitute for them.

Illustrative garden tools only; this image does not depict the Martha Stewart QVC knife set.

Waxed canvas garden tool bag (A684064)

The A684064 waxed canvas bag was the carry-and-storage option in the launch lineup. The original description emphasized multiple inside and outside pockets, tool loops, and a design that opened flat for carrying longer objects. That layout makes sense if you move between a potting bench and several beds and want gloves, labels, twine, and small tools in one place.

A garden bag is less useful when the garden is only a few steps from the shed or when your tools are muddy and wet. Soil and moisture left in a waxed canvas bag can transfer to clean gear, and a loaded bag can become awkward long before it reaches its stated maximum. Keep dirty tools in a separate tray or rinse them first, let the bag dry fully, and use its pockets to organize rather than to cram every tool you own into one heavy load.

If this exact SKU is not orderable, compare the current foldable Martha Stewart garden tote with any open-top caddy you already own. Look at pocket layout, opening size, how it folds, and whether a sheath or pruning-shear cover will stay put. A simple tote that stays upright and fits your usual tools may be more useful than a larger bag with extra features you never use.

An everyday storage alternative, not a photo of the Martha Stewart canvas bag or tote.

Hand weeding tool (M131972)

QVC’s M131972 listing described a short hand hoe with a pointed end and a flatter scraping edge. Those shapes suit different motions: the point can work into a narrow gap or loosen soil beside a weed, while the flat side can skim the surface to sever tiny seedlings. It is a targeted bed tool, not a stand-up weeder for a large lawn and not a deep-root extractor for every perennial weed.

QVC’s indexed product text currently marks this item “Deleted,” so treat it as a discontinued launch pick unless the live product page clearly shows an orderable option. If you want the same general job done, compare current hand hoes and compact weeders by blade width, handle length, and whether you can work without hitting nearby plant crowns. Gardening Know How’s guide to a forked hand weeder shows a different design: place its tines beside the weed and use the handle as a lever to lift roots. That technique is useful for taproots but should not be mistaken for the exact motion of a flat-bladed hand hoe.

For a small weed between pavers, work when the soil is slightly moist if the surface and paving can tolerate it, then scrape the weed out from the root collar. In a planted bed, work shallowly near desirable stems and loosen more deeply only when you know where the plant roots are. A sharp pointed hand tool can damage bulbs, drip lines, and shallow feeder roots just as easily as it can cut a weed.

Reusable outdoor leaf bags (M99698)

The M99698 reusable leaf-bag page described a pair of large, weather-resistant bags with long and short carrying handles plus a bottom handle for tipping. They are meant to make yard debris easier to gather, carry, or unload than a thin disposable bag. Their value depends on whether you have a place to empty and store them between cleanups.

Large bags can become surprisingly heavy when filled with wet leaves, soil, or tangled branches. Fill them only to a height and weight you can lift safely, use the bottom handle to control the pour rather than yanking the top handles, and keep sharp sticks from puncturing the fabric. If leaves are clean and healthy, you may be able to compost or shred them instead of hauling them away; diseased material and invasive weeds may need different disposal under local guidance.

QVC’s current garden-tools category still surfaces the M99698 product page, but its “As Is” companion is a separate listing and is marked deleted. Check the original item page itself for an active selection and checkout button before counting on this exact pair. A current listing for a bag is not a reason to assume the original size, handle arrangement, or price has stayed unchanged.

Wearable leather tool pouch (A684122)

The A684122 leather pouch was designed for gardeners who move repeatedly between nearby plants. The launch description listed several small pockets and a larger one, plus a belt sized for a range of waists. A wearable pouch can save trips back to the bench for hand pruners, plant ties, a marker, or a small hand tool, especially when you are deadheading or tending containers.

The trade-off is that a belt pouch keeps weight on your body and can swing, dig into your hip, or catch on branches. Check the full waist adjustment, pocket depth, closure, and how the belt fastens before ordering. For blades, confirm that the pouch has a secure sheath or cover; a pocket by itself is not safe storage for a hori hori or an open pruner.

This item’s QVC page remains in the official catalog search, and the Garden & Outdoor results surface it with sale language, but that does not settle whether your preferred option is available to ship. Compare it with the newer foldable tote if you carry several tools or dislike wearing a belt. The pouch is for a few frequently used items; the tote is better for transporting a small kit from place to place.

Choose a tool by the work you actually do

An attractive five-item set can still leave the main job undone. Start by naming the task you repeat most—planting, close weeding, carrying small tools, or clearing leaves—and buy for that task before adding accessories.

For planting and small beds

For containers, raised beds, and small annuals, a trowel and transplanter usually cover more routine planting than a knife alone. QVC currently surfaces the M99695 four-piece trowel and cultivator set, described as including a trowel, transplanter, short cultivator, and long cultivator. That is a more direct match if you are filling pots, planting starts, and loosening the top layer of soil. The hori hori can complement those tools for narrow spaces and root-zone work, but a broad trowel moves loose potting mix faster.

For a new bed with compacted ground, a short hand tool may not be comfortable or sturdy enough to break through the whole area. Use a spade or fork with a longer handle for larger soil jobs, and avoid forcing a small trowel through hard, dry ground. Fine Gardening’s guide to soil-working tools makes the same practical distinction across hand tools and larger digging tools: match the tool’s size and leverage to the area rather than expecting one compact tool to do every job.

For weeds in beds and between pavers

The narrow hand hoe from the original lineup was aimed at precision work, particularly tight edges and paving gaps. For surface seedlings, a shallow slicing or scraping pass can be quick; for a weed with a deep taproot, loosen beside the root and lift it rather than simply cutting off the top. A hori hori can help you get under a compact root mass, while a forked hand weeder can lever a taproot out of soil when there is enough room to place the tines.

No tool can identify whether an unfamiliar plant is a weed or a wanted seedling. Pause before cutting near bulbs, self-sown flowers, and young vegetables, and avoid digging blindly around irrigation tubing or shallow roots. If the weeds are spread across a large bed, a long-handled hoe or repeated hand pulling may be less tiring than kneeling with a small blade for an hour.

For carrying tools and clearing seasonal debris

Choose a wearable pouch if you need only two or three items at once and want them close while moving along a row. Choose a tote or tool bag when the job involves gloves, twine, labels, pruners, and a few hand tools in one trip. The current QVC foldable tote is described for carrying tools, gloves, or flowers and folding away for storage; the six-pair glove set is a consumable-style add-on if you want spare pairs for different tasks.

For leaf and twig cleanup, the reusable bags are a separate hauling tool. A tool bag is not a debris sack, and a pouch cannot carry a useful volume of leaves. If cleanup is your main chore, compare bag capacity, handle placement, opening width, and storage footprint; if you mostly garden in containers, those bulky leaf bags may take up shed space without earning their keep.

Compare the old picks with current QVC listings

Use this as a job-matching guide, not a claim that every launch item remains for sale. QVC’s current garden-tools category is the best starting point for today’s selection, and the exact item page is the final check for orderability.

If the product you wanted is missing from the category, search the item number on QVC before assuming a retailer still carries the same version. If a result says “Deleted,” treat that SKU as unavailable unless QVC itself presents a current add-to-cart option. A third-party marketplace may reuse the product name while offering a different condition, warranty, or model, so compare its seller, exact item number, included parts, and return terms rather than relying on the Martha Stewart name alone.

Check these details before you order

Fit and grip matter more than a long feature list

For a hand tool, consider how long you will hold it and what position you work in. A short handle keeps the blade close for fine planting but asks you to kneel or bend; a longer handle lets you stand but can be clumsy between dense plants. If you have smaller hands, arthritis, or limited grip strength, look for the handle circumference, weight, balance, and whether the grip stays secure when damp. When those details are missing from the product page, do not infer comfort from a lifestyle photo.

For a pouch, measure your waist where the belt will sit over the clothes you garden in, not just against your body. For a tote, check its open dimensions and whether the base stands up when loaded. For gloves, confirm the sizing method and whether the set includes sizes that fit you; extra pairs are not useful if every glove is too large to grip a blade safely.

Check measurements, materials, and carrying limits

Read the item number and included-parts list carefully. A “knife set” may contain two blades; a “four-piece planting set” may include tools you already own. Look for stated blade length, edge style, steel type, sheath, handle material, bag dimensions, and cleaning instructions. These details distinguish a useful tool from a visually similar one, especially when shopping from an older QVC listing or a resale page.

Treat any load rating as a ceiling, not an everyday target. Wet leaves, damp soil, and long branches are heavier and more awkward than an empty product photo suggests. Carry less than the maximum if you need to walk over uneven ground, lift the load into a vehicle, or dump it by hand. If the item page does not show the size or material you care about, contact QVC or choose a listing that does rather than guessing.

Before checking out, confirm current stock, color or size selection, delivery timing, shipping cost, and return terms. A product in a QVC search result may have no selectable option, or a product page may show only one color. That last check is especially important for the M131972 weeding tool because QVC’s indexed page is marked “Deleted,” and for any historic item that appears only in a saved article or search result.

Clean, dry, and store hand tools after use

Brush loose soil from metal parts after each session, then wipe the tool dry before it goes into a canvas bag, leather pouch, or shed. The RHS recommends removing soil from cultivation tools and drying them so wood does not absorb water and swell and metal is less likely to rust. A small stiff brush and an old towel near the storage spot make this routine easy to finish before you forget.

A general tool-care scene; the pictured tools are not the branded items discussed above.

When tools have contacted diseased plant material, cleaning and disinfection are separate steps. UF/IFAS Extension explains that soil and organic residue should be removed before disinfecting because debris can reduce a disinfectant’s effectiveness; use an appropriate product according to its label and the extension guidance for the disease concern. Do not mix cleaning chemicals or assume a quick rinse disinfects a blade.

Keep sharp edges covered, and store knives where children cannot reach them. Let reusable bags air-dry empty, and do not put damp gloves or muddy tools away in a closed tote. Wisconsin Extension explains that clean, dry, lubricated tools are easier to use and less likely to rust; sharpening methods vary by tool, so preserve the original edge rather than filing a serrated blade or digging knife as if it were a plain hoe.

Conclusion

Martha Stewart’s QVC garden lineup has changed since the March 2025 roundup. The old hori hori, waxed-canvas bag, hand hoe, leaf bags, and leather pouch remain useful references for understanding the collection, but a surviving product page does not confirm that a specific item is available today; QVC explicitly marks the original hand weeder as deleted in its indexed listing.

For current shopping, start with QVC’s garden-tools category, match a tool to the work you actually repeat, and check the item page for stock, dimensions, included parts, and return terms. A trowel set is a sensible first choice for container planting, a hori hori suits compact digging and root work, and a carryall or leaf bag is worth adding only if it solves a regular transport or cleanup problem. The right small kit is the one that fits your garden and your hands, not the one with the most pieces.