This post has been updated in 2022 to remove organic muslins that no longer exist and now recommends ethical businesses in the USA and Australia, as well as the UK.

Is there anything you can’t do with a muslin?

Babies are messy little creatures. I think you’ll agree that muslin squares are a newborn baby essential, but I also found a large muslin swaddle useful in so many ways.

I prefer to support brands that care about their employees and work hard to reduce their environmental impact. All the companies I have listed have used natural materials without any toxic dyes and are certified organic.

Different uses for large muslins

My first child was born in summer and I quickly realised he hated being swaddled. My son didn’t enjoy being wrapped up tight in colder weather either so I ended up using my large muslin for a variety of purposes.

Because it was high-quality sustainable material, it didn’t shrink, go wrinkly, or need ironing after being washed (who has time for that) whereas a lot of my cheap squares did.

A simple muslin is all any parent needs, but there is something about a squishy newborn that makes you want soft fabric and adorable patterns.

My friend gave me this beautiful swaddle for my son (first picture below) and here it is again being used as a sheet for my second baby who was born in a heatwave (picture two).

As you can see, it’s highly adaptable, my large muslin swaddle was used for the following:

• a breastfeeding cover before I felt confident feeding in public

• a thin blanket in warmer weather

• tummy time

• protecting the sofa or bed from milky dribbles

• a great backdrop for cute baby photos (so worth it)

• a blanket for the grass

• a blanket for the floor at baby groups

• keeping him warm during skin to skin or cuddles

• a burp cloth

Where to buy large, natural muslin swaddles

I loved my large muslin swaddle so much, that I had to purchase a few more for when one was in the wash. I then got to use them all again with my next baby.

Here are some ethical companies and small businesses that sell organic muslins made from natural, non-toxic materials.

Frugi

Based in the UK

All Frugi’s muslins are made from 100% organic cotton so you know they are completely safe for your delicate baby’s skin.

They come in cute, fun patterns, like rainbows and animals, and are available in packs of 1 or 2.

Frugi also sells organic sleeping bags, new baby sets, and unique colourful outfits.

Buy Muslins for £7

View sleeping bags

ada baby

Based in the USA

Ada Baby is a woman-owned business using the most beautiful designs to make its GOTS-certified organic swaddles.

They are quite large at 120x120cm so can easily be used in multiple ways. The products are made in Turkey where GMO cotton is banned and standards are high.

Buy Ada Baby muslins for $40

Organic Nights

Based in Australia

Organic Nights was founded by two sisters that are also mothers. They design the products and then they are manufactured in a GOTS-certified, Fairtrade factory in India,

GOTS criteria ensures the highest environmental and social criteria for textiles and restricts toxic chemicals.

The muslin is 120x120cm.

Buy Organic Nights muslins

Little Green Radicals

Little Green Radicals are my favourite baby clothing brand because I adore their prints and their ethics.

They have multiple certifications - GOTS and Soil Association to ensure they are grown organically and free from toxic chemicals, and Fairtrade too which protects cotton farmers.

Available in packs of two, these 100x100cm muslin squares are made from 100% cotton and also come in a blue whale design.

Shop Little Green Radicals muslin 2 for £34

Finn + Emma

Based in the USA

Finn + Emma is an American brand that creates whimsical children’s clothing, toys and nursery accessories from natural materials.

Using GOTS-certified cotton from India, eco-friendly dyes, and a Fair Trade supply chain, you can relax knowing Finn + Emma products are responsibly produced.

The muslin swaddle comes in grey and is 120x120cm

Buy Finn + Emma muslin for $19

Storsak Organics

Two simple, natural designs in viscose made from bamboo and cotton. They come in a drawstring bag that is useful for on the go.

View them here

Piccalilly

Another ethical brand that I adore dressing my children in because of the vibrant patterns.

Made from 100% organic cotton and certified by the soil association and GOTS, you can be certain there was nothing nasty used in the making of this product.

They have a variety of patterns which is ideal if you’re looking for a particular theme for your nursery: whether that’s space, flamingos, bumblebees

View range

Blossom & Bear

Blossom & bear are a small business that stock ethically-manufactured baby products made from natural materials. I am a fan of their beautiful, minimalist aesthetic.

I adore this sloth print (sloths are totally up my street), and they also sell a lovely elephant print too.

View it here.

Toby Tiger

Slightly smaller than some of the other options, but three times as fun. Toby Tiger is an affordable, eco-friendly brand that uses 100% certified organic cotton.

Available in packs of 2 for £10.99, Toby Tiger has a huge range of designs - fruits, rainbows, dinosaurs, elephants, leaves - whatever style your nursery is they have you covered.

Browse their range here

Toby Tiger also stock a large selection of colourful, fun bibs, blankets and baby toys.

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