48" Unbleached Muslin Fabric
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- Product ID: 8014 8014
- Content: 100% Cotton
- Width: 48"
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Thread Count: 68 x 68
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Weight: 4.5 Oz
This Unbleached Muslin fabric is a quality, inexpensive cotton muslin with a wide variety of uses. Its fine weave and soft drape make it ideal for sewing patterns and garment mock-ups. With its 45" width, it is well suited to meet the needs of all sorts of projects, including theater set design and photo backdrops. Paintable, inexpensive, and strong, this muslin can be used as a lining for curtains and upholstery, in craft projects, and in quilts. With a wide range of uses, few fabrics are as practical and versatile as this durable muslin fabric.
For more information, see our Muslin Fabric Product Guide.
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What is the differennce between Muslim and polyester/cotton?
A shopper
on Jan 9, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Muslin is 100% cotton whereas poly/cotton fabric contains a blend of polyester and cotton.
BEST ANSWER: Muslin is 100% cotton whereas poly/cotton fabric contains a blend of polyester and cotton.
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can you see through it?
A shopper
on Oct 3, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Muslin is lightweight and you would be able to see light through it, but you would not be able to see through it like a sheer fabric.
BEST ANSWER: Muslin is lightweight and you would be able to see light through it, but you would not be able to see through it like a sheer fabric.
A little light passes through, but muslin comes in a range of weights, and this one leans to the denser and heavier side. There are much lighter weights of it out there.
If I hold the Muslin up to the light, yes, I can just barely see through it, although it is opaque.
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Does this come in a 48" roll or is it folded in half then rolled up? Don't have room to store a 48" tall roll.
A shopper
on Nov 7, 2016
BEST ANSWER: This will depend on how many yards are ordered. If you order 5 or less yards then it will most likely come folded. More than that will generally come rolled on a tube, not folded.
BEST ANSWER: This will depend on how many yards are ordered. If you order 5 or less yards then it will most likely come folded. More than that will generally come rolled on a tube, not folded.
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How thick is it?
A shopper
on Apr 12, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Its quite heavy for my toile work. Actually heavy enough to make bedsheets or curtains.
BEST ANSWER: Its quite heavy for my toile work. Actually heavy enough to make bedsheets or curtains.
It is like a normal cotton fabric weight.
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Is this material soft like blankey soft?
A shopper
on Dec 18, 2016
BEST ANSWER: This material is soft but is not soft the way that plush fabric is soft. We recommend ordering a sample to be sure that it will work for your project.
BEST ANSWER: This material is soft but is not soft the way that plush fabric is soft. We recommend ordering a sample to be sure that it will work for your project.
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Is this fabric prewashed? I'm trying to box up my wedding gown and it says it has to be prewashed and unbleached muslin. Thanks in advance.
A shopper
on Jan 21, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I would wash it before using it for such an important item, without fabric softeners.
BEST ANSWER: I would wash it before using it for such an important item, without fabric softeners.
We suggest washing it prior to use, even if it is prewashed by the manufacturer.
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I was thinking of making pillow cases, would this fabric work for the pillow case you put one 1st as the under layer. Then what kind of fabric is good to make the top pillow cover? Thank you
BEST ANSWER: If you're using a pillow with feathers, we recommend ticking as this will prevent the feathers from poking through. Otherwise, sheeting would be fine.
BEST ANSWER: If you're using a pillow with feathers, we recommend ticking as this will prevent the feathers from poking through. Otherwise, sheeting would be fine.
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Wondering if the muslin is good for doll making?
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on Nov 22, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Yes, muslin can be used for doll making.
BEST ANSWER: Yes, muslin can be used for doll making.
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We want to use it to line a bean bag chair. Will this be heavy enough for that?
A shopper
on Jul 8, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Canvas has a similar look but is thicker, which would work better for bean bag chairs. Here's some that are a good weight:
#12 Natural Cotton Duck Fabric
60" Single Fill 10 Oz Duck Fabric
9.3 Oz Natural Cotton Canvas Fabric
BEST ANSWER: Canvas has a similar look but is thicker, which would work better for bean bag chairs. Here's some that are a good weight:
#12 Natural Cotton Duck Fabric
60" Single Fill 10 Oz Duck Fabric
9.3 Oz Natural Cotton Canvas Fabric
I think it's a bit too light weight to take the potential tug on the bias
Yes, I believe it would. It is heavy enough for marketplace tents.
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Is this a good fabric to make bedroom curtains and which would take dye better?
A shopper
on Feb 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I owned a window covering business for over 20 years and would not use muslin for any type of window covering. A better choice would be a cotton sateen. Yes, it is going to cost more than muslin, but will yield a better result. An added benefit would be that you can skip the dying process as there are so many color choices available in cotton sateen. If you don't like the luster of cotton sateen, there also some low luster cotton fabrics available. And make sure that the fabric you purchase is classified as a drapery or multipurpose home furnishings fabric.
BEST ANSWER: I owned a window covering business for over 20 years and would not use muslin for any type of window covering. A better choice would be a cotton sateen. Yes, it is going to cost more than muslin, but will yield a better result. An added benefit would be that you can skip the dying process as there are so many color choices available in cotton sateen. If you don't like the luster of cotton sateen, there also some low luster cotton fabrics available. And make sure that the fabric you purchase is classified as a drapery or multipurpose home furnishings fabric.
Yes, this can be used for lightweight curtains. Any of our muslins would dye well, but if you want a clear, bright color, we suggest bleached muslin. The natural muslin may have a slightly muted tone when dyed, which may or may not be desirable to you.
I have used this fabric for day curtains for a friend. The fabric holds wrinkles after drying so requires ironing, but holds it shape after ironing. My friend kept the fabric as is, so not sure on holding dye.
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Is muslin durable enough to make tote/grocery bags with?
A shopper
on Jan 28, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Muslin is pretty durable, but not durable enough for handles and the handle attachment points. Would last a lot longer than a plastic bag, but wear out much sooner than a cotton duck bag.
BEST ANSWER: Muslin is pretty durable, but not durable enough for handles and the handle attachment points. Would last a lot longer than a plastic bag, but wear out much sooner than a cotton duck bag.
Not really, Cotton twill is more suitable
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Will water go through this.I need to strain milk whay?
A shopper
on Jan 2, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Of course. It's great for that. Be sure to pre-wash the fabric before you use it, though, to remove any sizing that might have been applied at the mill. Sizing is a solution of various compounds that give the fabric a crisp "feel" or "hand", but you don't want that to dissolve into your milk.
BEST ANSWER: Of course. It's great for that. Be sure to pre-wash the fabric before you use it, though, to remove any sizing that might have been applied at the mill. Sizing is a solution of various compounds that give the fabric a crisp "feel" or "hand", but you don't want that to dissolve into your milk.
Yes, liquid will pass through this fabric.
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Would this work for a king size duvet cover or king size sheets?
A shopper
on Jun 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Muslin would work for a duvet cover, but may not be soft enough for sheets, depending on personal preference. We suggest a wider width muslin, like 108 or 125 inches, so seams aren't required. We recommend ordering a sample to be sure that it will work for your project. We also have a tutorial on how to make a duvet cover: www.onlinefabricstore.net/makersmill/how-to-make-a-duvet-comforter-cover/
125" Unbleached Muslin Fabric
Springs Creative 108" Natural Muslin Fabric
BEST ANSWER: Muslin would work for a duvet cover, but may not be soft enough for sheets, depending on personal preference. We suggest a wider width muslin, like 108 or 125 inches, so seams aren't required. We recommend ordering a sample to be sure that it will work for your project. We also have a tutorial on how to make a duvet cover: www.onlinefabricstore.net/makersmill/how-to-make-a-duvet-comforter-cover/
125" Unbleached Muslin Fabric
Springs Creative 108" Natural Muslin Fabric
I think it would be fine for a duvet cover but not for sheets.
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Looking for a muslin to use for canning and cooking. Would this be a good match?
BEST ANSWER: It's moderately lightweight. For cooking I think it would be fine, but I've never canned so I don't know how strong your fabric needs to be. If you're looking for something fairly heavy-duty, this isn't it.
BEST ANSWER: It's moderately lightweight. For cooking I think it would be fine, but I've never canned so I don't know how strong your fabric needs to be. If you're looking for something fairly heavy-duty, this isn't it.
This muslin should work for those applications. We recommend ordering a sample to be sure that it will work for your project.
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would this muslin be suitable for farm style curtains?
A shopper
on Dec 17, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I think you could use this Muslin for farm style curtains but keep in mind that if exposed to direct sunlight, the longevity will probably suffer.
BEST ANSWER: I think you could use this Muslin for farm style curtains but keep in mind that if exposed to direct sunlight, the longevity will probably suffer.
Yes, the grain in this fabric is very straight and would hang nicely from the rod.
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Is this muslin heavy enough weight to be used for a pirate style jacket? If so is it easily dyed?
Thanks!
A shopper
on Sep 30, 2016
BEST ANSWER: In my opinion, NO, it isn't of enough weight to be used for a pirate style jacket. I would choose a Kona cotton instead. It seems like it could be easily dyed, but you'd have to wash the fabric first, to remove any factory sizing or finish that it might have.
BEST ANSWER: In my opinion, NO, it isn't of enough weight to be used for a pirate style jacket. I would choose a Kona cotton instead. It seems like it could be easily dyed, but you'd have to wash the fabric first, to remove any factory sizing or finish that it might have.
Muslin is a fairly lightweight fabric, so I'm not sure if it will meet your needs or not. Since it's 100% cotton and a natural color, it will dye well.
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Can I use muslim to back curtains?
A shopper
on Sep 21, 2016
BEST ANSWER: In my opinion, NO, it isn't suitable for backing drapes. You need something more substantial that is specially made for drapery backing.
BEST ANSWER: In my opinion, NO, it isn't suitable for backing drapes. You need something more substantial that is specially made for drapery backing.
I don't see why not. Depends on the look you are going for really.
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how stiff is it? I need the stiff muslin that is used in fashion schools to drape garments of the dress form.
A shopper
on Sep 10, 2016
BEST ANSWER: As a costume designer, I use this muslin to drape on the dress form and have been pleased with it. It is my go-to muslin and you can't beat the price. It has the usual stiffness of the starches and finishes applied to it in the mill. However, I will say that at 4.5 oz, it is on the lighter side of a mid-weight fabric. If you consider that duck cloth is perhaps 12 oz, and some denims 9 or 10, that gives you a comparison. I am not specifically familiar with the type of "stiff" muslin required in fashion schools but you may want to look for a higher ounce weight per yard. Maybe 5.5/6 or greater.
BEST ANSWER: As a costume designer, I use this muslin to drape on the dress form and have been pleased with it. It is my go-to muslin and you can't beat the price. It has the usual stiffness of the starches and finishes applied to it in the mill. However, I will say that at 4.5 oz, it is on the lighter side of a mid-weight fabric. If you consider that duck cloth is perhaps 12 oz, and some denims 9 or 10, that gives you a comparison. I am not specifically familiar with the type of "stiff" muslin required in fashion schools but you may want to look for a higher ounce weight per yard. Maybe 5.5/6 or greater.
In my opinion, this Muslim isn't stiff. You may need to seek a different Muslim for your purposes.
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Do you carry any ready to dye muslin or other fabrics?
A shopper
on Dec 9, 2019
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Is this soft to the touch, like a smooth cotton for a duvet or quilt?
A shopper
on Dec 9, 2019
BEST ANSWER: It is moderate soft to the touch. Not a fabric for a duvet as it is not enough thread count to stand up to the use a duvet gets. It is great as as underlining for some clothing, pillows and fabrics with too loose a weave on their own to use. I used it to practice top stitching for quilts. hope this helps.
BEST ANSWER: It is moderate soft to the touch. Not a fabric for a duvet as it is not enough thread count to stand up to the use a duvet gets. It is great as as underlining for some clothing, pillows and fabrics with too loose a weave on their own to use. I used it to practice top stitching for quilts. hope this helps.
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Can I order 30 yards of muslin?
A shopper
on Jul 18, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Absolutely, we have plenty in stock. If you need help with your order, contact our customer service at either help@onlinefabricstore.net or 877-781-2967 Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm EST.
BEST ANSWER: Absolutely, we have plenty in stock. If you need help with your order, contact our customer service at either help@onlinefabricstore.net or 877-781-2967 Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm EST.
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is this organic cotton?
A shopper
on Jul 12, 2018
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Is this muslin suitable for cheesemaking and other food uses?
A shopper
on Feb 20, 2018
BEST ANSWER: We recommend using cheesecloth.
Grade 10 Cheesecloth - 100 Yard Box
Grade 50 Cheesecloth - 70 Yard Box
Grade 90 Cheesecloth - 60 Yard Box
Dritz Cheesecloth - 6 Yards
Dritz Cheesecloth - 3 Yards
Grade 40 Cheesecloth - 70 Yard Box
BEST ANSWER: We recommend using cheesecloth.
Grade 10 Cheesecloth - 100 Yard Box
Grade 50 Cheesecloth - 70 Yard Box
Grade 90 Cheesecloth - 60 Yard Box
Dritz Cheesecloth - 6 Yards
Dritz Cheesecloth - 3 Yards
Grade 40 Cheesecloth - 70 Yard Box
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Is this muslin good for painting theater back drops?
A shopper
on Feb 2, 2018
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Will it ruffled line after cutting?
A shopper
on Nov 22, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I'm not sure I understand the question, but this fabric is good for ruffles.
BEST ANSWER: I'm not sure I understand the question, but this fabric is good for ruffles.
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How well would this work for asile runner? Thank you
A shopper
on Oct 17, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This material may be too thin for that purpose, it may not stand up to repeat walking on.
BEST ANSWER: This material may be too thin for that purpose, it may not stand up to repeat walking on.
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how many tread per inch?
A shopper
on Sep 8, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This muslin has a thread count of 68 x 68.
BEST ANSWER: This muslin has a thread count of 68 x 68.
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how do you like the quality of the thread? is it easy to fray at the tearing edge?
A shopper
on Aug 25, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes, this is good quality muslin for my purpose which is as press cloth in an herbal press (holds the herbal mash while it is under high pressure to extract the liquid). I don't know about the fraying.
And, yes, most definitely wash it before using it for this. Actually, I wash and rinse 4 times to assure there is no residual soap or fabric finishing material left in the fabric before using to strain anything ingestible.
BEST ANSWER: Yes, this is good quality muslin for my purpose which is as press cloth in an herbal press (holds the herbal mash while it is under high pressure to extract the liquid). I don't know about the fraying.
And, yes, most definitely wash it before using it for this. Actually, I wash and rinse 4 times to assure there is no residual soap or fabric finishing material left in the fabric before using to strain anything ingestible.
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is this durable as a slip cover?
A shopper
on Jul 16, 2017
BEST ANSWER: We do not recommend using muslin as a slipcover.
BEST ANSWER: We do not recommend using muslin as a slipcover.
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is this good to make a sofa cover slip cover?
A shopper
on Jul 16, 2017
BEST ANSWER: We do not recommend using muslin as a slipcover.
BEST ANSWER: We do not recommend using muslin as a slipcover.
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Reviews
4.9 / 5.0
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Exactly what I was looking for
Good quality muslin at a very, very good price. It was exactly what I was looking for.
October 14, 2016
Purchased
over 3 years ago
April 12, 2017
Purchased
over 2 years ago
Unbleached Muslin is great!
I bought five yards of the unbleached Muslin for quilting. It is a nice weight: opaque, not thin and almost transparent like other Muslins. I use this Muslim for piecing quilt blocks. It is the perfect color for combing with retro and antique print fabrics.
January 27, 2018
Purchased
1 year ago
Good Quality Muslin!!
The best type of quality muslin that easily goes for a lot more in local fabric stores. So glad I got 25 yards of it! This will go a long way in my sample making.
January 20, 2018
Purchased
1 year ago
Good Deal!
Needed unbleached muslin. Yours was good, inexpensive, and exactly right, nicely shipped as well.
August 14, 2017
Purchased
over 2 years ago
Nice, denser weave
Just what I needed! This muslin is an opaque, denser weave, which was what I wanted, since I'm using this muslin to protect materials for archival storage. This is also a very stable cloth with good width for pattern layout (even after pre-washing...it shrinks a little, but not as much as looser weaves of muslin), if you're using it for pattern drafting and alterations. You might want a lighter weight of muslin, however, if you're using it for underlining in clothing, because it will be a bit boardy and won't drape much.
July 8, 2018
Purchased
1 year ago
I use this fabric for patterns. Works great.
October 1, 2018
Purchased
1 year ago
So far the fabric seems well worth the cost. No flaws, minimal shrinkage.
May 13, 2018
Purchased
1 year ago
Heavier than I expected
I am well pleased with the unbleached Muslin I purchased from your store. It not only is 48” instead of 45”, but it is a heavier weight than the Muslin I purchased at my local chain fabric store. That, and the low price, will bring me back next time I need fabric. Thank you!
July 14, 2019
Purchased
5 months ago
Good purchase
Arrived in great condition and was what I expected.
December 15, 2017
Purchased
over 2 years ago
Perfect
I used this fabric to line the inside of my burlap Christmas stockings. They came out amazing!
November 25, 2018
Purchased
1 year ago
Good quality
I use muslin for fittings, for free motion quilting practice and for linings. This is sturdy but soft and just what I needed.
March 2, 2019
Purchased
1 year ago
Perfect for Patterning
This mulsin is a great weight and price for making patterns in my university costume shop.
October 30, 2018
Purchased
1 year ago
October 16, 2018
Purchased
1 year ago
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