BE at Home Editor, Rebecca Winward, shares her find of the week.

Sometimes I come across a company whose offering is just so damned gorgeous for a split second I don't want to tell anyone about it, in case they experience such demand that they sell out of all the lovely things I'm saving up for. But of course, if I spread the word, and the firm gets more customers, they expand and buy more stock... so it's a win/win situation.  read more »

Whether you've got a garden or not, you should seriously think about growing your own salad - not only will you ensure it's not been sprayed with anything nasty, but you can eat it as soon as it's been picked, so it's as fresh as you can get.

If that's not persuasion enough, think about the lack of food miles, and also the fact that you'll be saving yourself a small fortune. I mean, have you seen the price of decent salad? And I don't mean those bags from the supermarket, that have been washed in a chlorine solution to prolong their shelf life.

The best news is it's got to be the easiest thing in the world to grow. All you need is a tray or pot on the windowsill, balcony or patio, or a bright (not too sunny) spot in the garden. Simply sprinkle some seeds (mizuna, rocket, spinach and other 'cut and come again' leaves are the best) onto compost or soil, cover with a fine, even layer of compost on top.  read more »

Chic Chick Becca turns it on and lets it shine!

I just thought I'd share this little gem of a website I've come across... Hunkydory Home offers a range of cushions and lampshades in funky '70s-inspired patterns, shabby chic gingham, and fun kitsch prints. I'm particularly loving the Kimono Drum and Pink Flamingos Drum pendant shades!  read more »

I've got a confession to make. While I've used environmentally-friendly washing up liquid, loo cleaner and laundry detergent for years, I just didn't think I could find an eco product that would shift the nasty stubborn greasy gunk from my oven (yes, I know, I should clean it more often - but life's too short!). So I'd never tried one - until now.

I'm not quite sure *why* I didn't think I would find something that did the job properly but didn't do a number on the planet... but at least now I know I was wrong! Yes indeed, I finally got round to buying some of that old-fashioned favourite bicarb of soda, and this time it wasn't to make my baking rise.  read more »