Buyer's guide to organic cotton

2. Dish duty

It might not stop arguments over who's washing and who's drying, but this sweet Apple tea towel (£9.50) at Mode twentyone will at least earn you some eco points whilst doing the dishes. Printed on 100% organic cotton, the cute design proves that organic doesn't have to mean dull. And to make things even better, each tea towel is packaged in a 100% recycled cardboard envelope. Angelic.

3. Scrub up

Stay squeaky clean by making sure your bath towels are 100% organic. There are plenty of products out there that claim to be natural or organic, but always check the label - they may just have a small % of organic cotton mixed in with man made fibres or conventionally grown cotton.These luxury 100% organic cotton towels (£16) from Dotmaison are the real deal.

4. Designer details

If proof was needed that organic is now desirable, it's evident in the number of top designers rushing to get in on the act and creating eco friendly ranges. Get designer style at a high street price with this White mallow organic bedlinen (£12-£70) from Rocha. John Rocha at Debenhams. 100% Organic cotton with a twill tape detail, this bedlinen is also machine washable. But take heed; with bedlinen this soft and cosy you'll struggle to get out of bed in the morning.

5. It's all white

It's not just bedlinen and towels that get the organic seal of approval, keep furnishings sweet and simple with organic accessories like this Boutis cushion cover (£19) from Amazon. The softly textured surface will add a layer of interest and variety to an all-white scheme.

6. Retro fabulous

Alternatively, if you're longing for a splash of colour to contrast with all that cool, crisp white cotton look no further than this zingy pink organic cushion (£69) from The Green Apple. Just bursting with eco goodness; not only is it made from organic cotton, it is also printed with eco-friendly dye and filled with organic wool balls. You can't say fairer than that.

7. The luxe factor

Recreate the luxury of a pampering spa at home with this super soft organic cotton bath robe (£49) from The White Company. Made with heavier, softer and fluffier organic cotton towelling than their classic robe this is eco luxury at its best. Combine with organic cotton towels and bath mats for totally eco-friendly bathing.

8. Pure and simple

There's something really comforting about a properly made bed with crisp cotton sheets and cosy blankets. Be a purist and treat yourself to these bestselling organic cotton flat sheets (from £24.50) at naturalmat. The cotton is unbleached and un-dyed and can be machine washed at 60ºC (the temperature at which dust nites and bacteria are killed). Practical luxury.

9. Check this out

Keep it natural with a soft taupe and white colour scheme. This Chess organic cotton blend king size duvet cover (£78) from John Lewis adds a bit of interest with a subtle check pattern. As always, it's worth checking the label, as this duvet is 63% organic cotton, blended with 37% linen, so not quite a saintly 100% organic, but well on the way.