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Textile Guide: What is Muslin fabric?

Muslin fabric is a type of fabric made from 100% natural cotton. It is an organic, healthy, natural, soft, and breathable product. In addition, it has a texture that becomes soft when washed. Muslin has become a very popular fabric over the years for its soft, light, and clean feel and texture.

In this guide, we'll explore the characteristics, and use of muslin, Mushie’s popular fabric choice for their textile products.

Muslin fabric

Why is muslin fabric a popular choice for baby textiles?

Baby skin is much more sensitive compared to adult skin. A baby's skin barrier is 30% thinner than an adult's, making it difficult for them to adapt easily to temperature changes. Baby skin also loses moisture twice as fast and can therefore easily become dry and flaky. Therefore, a baby's skin deserves the best care and the gentlest substances.

Gentle Muslin fabric

What are the benefits of Muslin fabric for babies?

1. Thanks to its open weave, muslin is an exceptionally light and breathable fabric that helps keep babies comfortable and warm, but at the same time allows air to flow freely, preventing the possibility of overheating. Therefore, muslin fabric is the safest choice for baby textiles.
2. Muslin is also a stretchy fabric and stretches gently to conform to baby's shape for maximum comfort. Baby will sleep longer and better when comfortably wrapped in a muslin blanket.
3. It is an extremely durable fabric and gets softer every time you wash it.
4. Pure cotton muslin fabrics are free from chemicals and harmful substances, making them 100% safe for baby's skin and sustainable and kind to our environment.