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Cotton muslin (calico)

Cotton muslin (calico): weave, weight and the kinds of embroidery it suits.

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Fibre
cotton
Weave
plain
Weight
light
Counted fabricThe matching entry in the cross-stitch fabric counts database when the fabric is used for counted work
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Best for
Practice, transfer tests, backing behind a lighter fabric.
Notes
An unbleached plain cotton, inexpensive and forgiving. Wash it first to remove sizing and shrinkage. Sold as calico in the UK.
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