Asian Journal of Home Science

Meenu Srivastava ¹, Rupali Rajvanshi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Home Science, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur, Rajasthan, IN

Abstract

The present exploratory study was carried out in Rajasthan as the origin of miniature paintings is ischolar_mained in the history of Rajasthan, a land known for its artistry. Miniature paintings have very essence of Rajasthan. Relaying the folklores through its art work, it is instrumental in uploading the Rajasthani culture to the outside world. The numerous invasions in Rajasthan have left a mark on its history and culture which is reflected in its miniature paintings.Miniature paintings, as a result, have been divided into various forms of school i.e. Mewar, Marwar, Bundi, Kota, Jaipur, Kishangarh and Bikaner. The tradition of miniature paintings was carried forward by the painters of different Rajasthani schools of painting. The present study was purposively conducted in Rajasthan to study the profile of artisans of miniature paintings. Thirty artisans taking five from each of seven schools of miniature painting were selected.

Keywords

Miniature, Paintings, Artisans

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Meenu Srivastava ¹, Rupali Rajvanshi ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Textiles Andapparel Designing, College of Home Science, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur, Rajasthan, IN
2 Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Home Science, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur, Rajasthan, IN

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The 'DED (digital embroidery design) module was developed keeping in mind the principles of mass customization and personalization to derive competitive advantage in respond to consumers demand for customized products. Adobe Photoshop and PE design software were used for developing colourways and digital embroidery design from Rajasthani miniature paintings in systematic manner in the form of digital embroidery design module.In order to judge the efficacy of developed 'digital embroidery design module' (DED), of simulated textile designs for mass customization, the usefulness of developed "DED" module was assessed by a panel of 10 judges (previously selected) and 10 entrepreneurs. The developed digital embroidery designs were highly liked and well appreciated by the judges. Results showed that developed"DED" module was found acceptable by 91.09 per cent and 92.36 per cent by the judges and entrepreneur respondents.

Keywords

Embroidery,digital, Process, Simulation

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Sudha Babel ¹, Rupali Rajvanshi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Home Science, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur, Rajasthan, IN

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The objective of present investigation was to find out the existing clothing practices, protective measures used and physical problems faced by the spice grindingworkers. For this purpose, thirty respondents were purposively selected and structured interview schedule was used for data collection. Results revealed that majority of the respondents were wearing the Dhoti, Kurta and Pajama. No protective clothing was used. Physical problem faced were burning sensation on skin while cleaning and grinding chillies, eye irritation, watery nose, coughing and sneezing etc. Hence, the need arises to generate awareness among the spice grinding workers for the use of personal protective clothing to save themselves by various physical problems.

Keywords

Spice Grinders, Protective Clothing, Physical Problems

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Rupali Rajvanshi ¹, Meenu Srivastava ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, College of Home Science,maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur, Rajasthan, IN
2 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing,college of Home Science, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur, Rajasthan, IN

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Keywords

Phad Painting

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Sudha Babel ¹, Rupali Rajvanshi ¹, Sangeeta Sharma ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Home Science, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur (Rajasthan), IN

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Yarn spinning is a process of making or converting fibre materials into yarns for making textile fabric or products. In spinning mills, the fibres pass through various processes to convert them into yarn. Every spinning mill has different sections like opening, where the bails are opened. After that, fibres are fed to machines which pass through carding, combining machine finally twisting is done to convert into yarn. Every department has different number of workers to carry or supervise the work. All these processes lead to fibre dust and its quantum vary from section to section. Opening section has maximum fibre dust and it is minimum in spinning section. The workers engaged in spinning mills encounter different occupational health problems and for identification of their health problems, a questionnaire was developed. Thirty respondents were interviewed and observation of work environment was made. The results revealed that spinning mill workers were facing the problems related to coughing and sneezing, eye irritation, breathlessness due to presence of dust in the work environment. Sweating was due to work pressure. Workers were taking no precautionary measures to avoid the inhale the fibre dust. This being the predisposing factor causing health problem. Hence, the need arises for the use of appropriate protective clothing for preventive them to exposed to fibre dust.

Keywords

Spinning Mill Workers, Occupational Hazards, Fibre Dust.

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Sudha Babel ¹, Rupali Rajvanshi ¹, Sangeeta Sharma ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Home Science, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur (Rajasthan), IN

Abstract

Mewar painting has its distinct and unique style whilst representing the hills, colours and palaces of Rajasthan. The objective of present study was to know about type of colours or pigments thickening or binding agents used for making different types of traditional painting of mewar and the problems faced by the artisans making different types of paintings. Thirty artisans were purposively selected for the purpose The results revealed that majority of the artisans were making paintings from more than a decade. Themes commonly used in Mewar paintings are based on Ramayana, Krishna Lila, Choura Panchasika, Ragamala series and Gita Govinda. The pigments used in paintings are sendur (Mercuric-Sulphide), Hinglu (Cinnabar-Mercuric Sulphide) Rav Sena (yellow-ochre), Jangal (verdigriscopper acetate), Safeda (Zinc White), Neel (Indigo), Geru (red ochre), Syahi(lamp Black),Asmani/ Lazvardi(lapis lazuli) and precious stones, conch shells, pure gold and silver. It took as long as several months to prepare the colours and prepare one painting, Only few artisans are using traditional method of preparing colour, new entrant in the field are using readymade colours. Problem faced by them were mainly related to eye irritation, pain at shoulder, back, fingers ,wrist and skin allergy at hands.

Keywords

Mewar Paintings, Techniques, Pigments/Colours Used, Binders, Thickeners Used.

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Sudha Babel ¹, Rupali Rajvanshi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Home Science, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur (Rajasthan), IN

Abstract

Antibacterial textile production has become increasingly prominent for hygienic and medical applications. Therefore, to reduce the growth of bacteria various antibacterial compounds have been used for all types of textiles. In the current study, an eco friendly natural antibacterial extract has been prepared from Pongamia pinnata plant leaves for textile finishing application. After knowing the phytochemical properties, extracts were selected and were tested on cotton fabric by the method of direct application. Pongamia pinnata leaves extract treated samples showed better antibacterial and antifungal properties. Therefore, Pongamia pinnata tree leaves could be a potential source of active antimicrobial agents.

Keywords

Antimicrobial Finishing, Pongamia pinnata Leaves, Phytochemical Properties.

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