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What is muslin fabric? A complete guide for crafters Muslin has one of the most misleading names in the textile world. Most crafters assume it comes from the Middle East because of its name’s origin in Mosul, Iraq, yet the finest muslin ever made came from Bengal and Dhaka, where weavers produced cloth so sheer it was called “woven air.” Today, muslin is everywhere in sewing rooms, theater studios, and even kitchens, yet many crafters still confuse it with cheesecloth, voile, or basic cotton quilting fabric. This guide covers exactly what muslin is, how its types differ, how it compares to si …