Asian Journal of Home Science

Sudha Babel ¹

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

Abstract

Women play an important role in different home based cottage industry and other traditional art and crafts. Hand loom weaving is household industry where all the members of family participate. The women handloom workers and their specific role in fragmented manner do not reveal a clear cut picture of women's participation and time use pattern in various handloom related activities. Thus in the present study an attempt has been made to asses the work profile of women handloom workers in terms of their participation in handloom weaving i.e. pre-weaving, weaving and post loom weaving. The present study was conducted in Rajasthan state. Rajasthan state is divided into six divisions, one district from each division was selected on the basis of concentration of handloom weaving in the area, total six districts was selected. Thirty handloom weaving units were selected, from each unit one women respondent was purposively selected and interviewed for the purpose of data collection. The results of the study reveals that very high magnitude of women's participation was found in prim winding, creel winding, loosening and rewinding , checking and mending and storage. Spinning of yarn was carried out by few units it was solely performed by the women. Preparing warp reed filling, sizing of the yarn, setting of the loom were the activity where women were assisted by their counter parts. Women's participation was found very low in purchasing and selling activity. Further no significant difference was found in the time devotion pattern by men and women but significant difference was found on the basis of type of activity. On the basis of the study it can be concluded that women play significant role in handloom weaving due to their sincerity hard work and effective time management practices, what ever time the women gets after household task was consumed in handloom weaving to raise the quality of life of the family.

Keywords

Women Participation in Handloom Weaving, Work Participation Rate, Time Use Pattern

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Manisha Choudhary ¹, Sudha Babel ¹

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

Abstract

Museums are the surest way of gaining a clear and detailed understanding of the rich culture, traditions, arts, history, crafts and other notable features typical to a region and also offer us an opportunity to glimpse at some of the rarest and finest articles to be ever found in the world. Rajasthan has a number of museums with a most delightful collection of display.A survey was conducted to gain information regarding the profile of museum from the head of the museums of Rajasthan.

Keywords

Museum, Historic Textiles

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Dolly Gandhi ¹, Sudha Babel ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Of Textile and Apparel Designing, College of Home Science, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculure and Technology, Udaipur, Rajasthan, IN

Abstract

A study on occupational stress of 80 female boutique workers was conducted in Udaipur district during 2012-13. Occupational stress was assessed by occupational stress scale developed by House et al. (1979). The results revealed that cutting, stitching, surface embellishment, closure attachment, ironing and finishing related works were performed by female workers. Majority of respondents' encountered moderate to high occupational stress and work load stress was counted highly followed by job vs. non-job category. Near half of respondents earned less than Rs. 5000 per month and 39 per cent were illiterate and 44 per cent worked for 8-10 hours per day. Some suggestive measures were also discussed to uplift the condition of female workers including restructuring ergonomically approved working area. Psychological, physical, social and economic security should be provided to workers in order to empowering their skills and maximize their potential through networking with supporting agencies.

Keywords

Occupational Stress, Boutique, Ergonomic

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Jaymala Dave ¹, Sudha Babel ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Home Science (MPUAT) Udaipur, Rajasthan, IN
2 Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Home Science (mpuat) Udaipur, Rajasthan, IN

Abstract

An attempt has been made to simulate textile designs from Mewar paintings for sarees using CAD software. 15 saries designs were developed on computer using Corel Draw software to select the best five placements and its folk embroidery, prior to actual embroidery on saree and evaluated by panel of sixty judges. The findings of present study revealed that the designs were very innovative, creative and as per the current market need and were highly appreciated by the judges.

Keywords

Computer Aided Designing (cad), Simulation, Corel Draw, Motif

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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

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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Hema Upadhayay ¹, Sudha Babel ¹

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

Abstract

The present study was undertaken to adapt traditional designs from Aipan (floor painting) of Kumaon on Kurties using Textile designing software. Developed designs were printed on kurties through block printing. The finding of the present study reveals that the developed kurties were innovative, creative have enough market potential and were highly appreciated by the respondents.

Keywords

Adaptation, Aipan, Block Printing,market Potential

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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

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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Reena Roy ¹, Shoji Lal Bairwa ², Sudha Babel ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, College of Home Science, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, UDAIPUR (RAJASTHAN), IN
2 Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, BHAGALPUR (BIHAR), IN

Abstract

Home science is a unique discipline with a blend of science and art which gives a variety of skills to the youths such as cooking, catering, processing, stitching, decoration, boutique, fashion designing, day care and health care. It also provides social and cultural values with the communication and human research development. The present study mainly focused on an overview, emerging employment opportunities and major institution of home science education in the country. In India, home science education is in its emerging stage of development, so home science graduates and post graduates have ample employment opportunities not in private sector but also in co-operative, government and semi government sector along with entrepreneurship opportunities. Home science professionals have a lot of employment opportunities in private sector (cooking, fashion designer, housekeeping, dietitians), NGOs (social welfare officer, food analysts, research officer, fashion designer) government sector (scientists, professors, research assistant) and self-employment sector (boutique, cloths designing, grooming centre, hobby centre, child care, catering and health care). Thus, home science is an emerging academic discipline which has ample opportunities of employment and entrepreneurship development in academic as well as in corporate sector.

Keywords

Home Science, Employment Opportunities, Self-Employment, Entrepreneurship Development.

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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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Reena Roy ¹, Shikha Dashora ¹, Sudha Babel ¹

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

Abstract

Cotton is a cellulosic fibre obtained from plants and wool is also fibre which obtained from animal hair. A diversified product refers to the produce the large variety of manufactured products from raw material such as waste cotton rags and wool fibres. Cotton and wool waste is worthless and also pollutes the environment. Waste cotton rags and wool fibres can use in developing diversified products. The diversified products made by waste cotton and wool are decorative and functional in nature. Decorative products include photo frame, greeting cards, flower pots, lamp lighting, flowers, mask, wall hanging, while functional articles includes book holder, guest book, tea coaster, pen holder etc.present study mainly focused on the pre consumer waste, post-consumer waste, waste clothes management, how to develop the different diversified products by using waste cotton and wool pieces, benefits of these products to consumers and environment.The present study is more relevant and beneficial because now-a-days cotton industry discharges different types of waste across the state and country which can be manage by developing decorative and functional diversified products in econ friendly manner. Present study suggests an innovative way of waste clothes management which helps in converting the waste material into different useful and decorative products using waste cotton rags and wool fibres.

Keywords

Diversified Products, Pre Consumer Waste, Wool Fibre, Decorative Articles.

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Reena Roy ¹, Sudha Babel ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Textiles and Apparel 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)

Abstract

Cotton fibre is a natural seed hair fibre. Discarded textiles and clothing are in strong demand from markets for reuse and recycling across the world. From these raw mixed rags, a new product can be created. Present study was carried out in three stages. The first stage included to design and develops diversified products from cotton rags and waste papers, second stage was to study the consumer acceptability and third stage was to find out market potential of developed products. The study was carried out in Udaipur City. Background information was collected from 30 house wives and 30 market personnel. Then the preference of respondents regarding diversified products from cotton rags and waste papers was taken. Total 13 products were developed, these were basket, photo frame. Flower pot, pen stand, dipak, tray, quotation holder, ash tray, bowl, tea coaster, wall hanging, paper weight and bandharwall using cotton rags and waste papers. In second stage the assessment of consumer acceptability and market potential of developed diversified products was made by 30 sample house wife and 30 sample market personnel's. A 5 point rating scale performa was administered on 60 respondents for this purpose. Finding of the study revealed that developed products were highly appreciated by all the respondents. Of the products the most preferred was flower pot with first rank followed by basket photo frame. Rest products also got good scores. Acceptance percentage of all products ranged between 62 per cent to more than 80 per cent. Cost of all products ranged between Rs. 20 to Rs. 70.

Keywords

Cotton Rags, Waste Papers, Diversified Products, Consumer Acceptability, Market Potential, Employment Generation.

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Sudha Babel ¹, Latika Sachihar ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Textiles and Apparel 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

Abstract

Natural dyes and natural thickening agents appear to be ideal choice. This is because natural dyes and thickening agents have better biodegradability and higher compatibility with environment. The block and screen printed silk and cotton fabric using indigo dye with starch extracted from Mango kernel seed has been carried out. To explore the acceptability of Eco friendly printed products, for this purpose Block and screen printed products like stole, table cover, bed sheet, scarf, duppatta, Saree border, necktie, magazine holder and letter holder were hand printed using natural starch obtained by Mango kernel and natural dye concentrate. Opinion of thirty respondents was obtained. Results revealed that all the printed products were liked by all the respondents. All the respondents were willing to purchase the products.

Keywords

Natural Fabric, Natural Printing, Natural Thickening Agent, Eco Friendly Product, Acceptability Of Natural Printed Products.

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Latika Sanchiher ¹, Sudha Babel 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 art of dyeing with natural dyes is as old as our civilization. Dyed textile remnants found during archaeological excavations at different places all over the world provide evidence to the practice of dyeing in ancient civilizations. Dyes derived from natural materials such as plant leaves, ischolar_mains, bark, insect secretions, and minerals were the only dyes available to mankind for the coloring of textiles until the discovery of the first synthetic dye in 1856. Textiles colored with natural dyes are preferred by environmentally conscious consumers and today there is a niche market for such textiles. But the total share of natural dyes in the textile sector is very less due to certain issues involved in the production and application of these dyes. Natural dyes are sustainable as they are renewable and biodegradable but they cannot fulfill the huge demand from the textile sector.

Keywords

Natural Dyes, Mordants, Advantages of Natural Dyes.

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Sudha Babel ¹, Rupali Gupta ¹, Latika Sachihar ¹

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

Abstract

The present paper is outcome of the research work under taken in All India Co-ordinated Research Project -Clothing and Textile (AICRP-CT) on mitigating occupational hazards. Here protective clothing and accessories were developed and field tested to assess the suitability among ginning mill workers. Two aprons, five masks, two types of hand gloves and ear muff for male workers were designed, developed and field tested during threshing to find out the suitability. The results of study revealed that developed functional clothing and accessories were found highly suitable by the cotton ginning workers.

Keywords

Functional Clothing, Ginning, Face Mask, Occupational Hazards.

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Sudha Babel ¹, Rupali Gupta ¹, Latika Sachihar ¹

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

Abstract

The most commonly used thickeners for printing cotton fabric is synthetic, but in view of eco friendly nature, partly substituting tamarind kernel powder represents an acceptable alternative. Therefore, an attempt was made to screen print cotton fabric with tamarind kernel powder with different concentration, evaluate the visual appearance of printed fabric for various parameters. Results revealed that 10 per cent concentration of thickening agent showed best results in terms of colour fastness to washing, perspiration and light and also possessed good physical characteristics. So this concentration of thickening agent was finally selected for the screen printing.

Keywords

Tamarind Kernel Powder, Screen Printing, Colour Fastness Properties.

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Jaymala Dave ¹, Sudha Babel ¹

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

Abstract

Management of discarded fabric has become one of the problems we are facing today. The huge amount of discarded fabric generated mostly by textile mills, manufacturing units, boutiques, tailor shops and household sectors. Considerable amount of discarded fabric is dumped in open areas and incinerated after removing small percentage for recycling and reuse. This accumulation of discarded fabric from all over the country causes certain serious environmental problems and health hazards. 20 tailor shops / boutiques were selected and questionnaire was designed to find out and collect type of discarded fabric available. Discarded biodegradable fabrics i.e. cotton and silk, available in high amount at tailor shops / boutiques and used for development of bio-fertilizer.

Keywords

Discarded Fabric, Biodegradable Fabric, Bio-Fertilizer.

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Meenakshi Mishra ¹, Sudha Babel ¹

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

Abstract

Health is the normal and healthy state of body. Health refers to a healthy state of mind and body physically fit to have no disorder, illness or disease. Good personal hygiene is important for both health and social reasons. Personal hygiene is how we care for our body. In bathing, towels play a very important role. Towels are incredibly useful home textiles, whether they used for guest, bath, hand, or beach, all towels share one thing in common: they need to absorb moisture and dry quickly. As they used, they get dirty easily and then smells stingy. The longer towels stay damp, the longer the yeasts, bacteria, molds and viruses remain alive and stay active. Dirty towels can carry a huge variety of microbes, and they’ve even been linked to spreading infectious disease. The present study was conducted to get the data of towel hygiene. For this purpose hundred respondents were selected. Structured interview schedule was used for data collection. Results revealed that majority of respondents were following unhealthy practices

Keywords

Towel hygiene, Towel washing practices, Drying practices, Recommended hygiene practices

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Meenakshi Mishra ¹, Sudha Babel ¹

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

Abstract

Apparel is billion-dollar industry employing millions of the people around the world. Over the last one decade, apparel industry has gone through the drastic change in the world market. Indian garment industry is very diverse in size, manufacturing facility, type of apparel produced, quantity and quality of output, cost and requirement for fabric etc. It comprises suppliers of ready-made garments for both, domestic or exports markets. This study is targeted on females buying behaviour for the purchase of their apparel. Women in age range of 16-45 year were selected for the study. Structured questionnaire and personal interview method was used for data collection data were coded and analyzed. Results revealed that availability of fund is major factor for purchase for middle age women, they occasionally purchase clothes, and usually purchase formal wear i.e. tighties and kurties. College girls’ apparel buying behaviour revealed that they usually purchase clothes monthly and availability of funds is least important factor for them. Apparel buying behaviour of girls is affected by friends while of middle age women decision to buy is affected by husband.

Keywords

Apparel Industry, Buying behaviour, Female preference in design, Fashion apparel, Apparel preference

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Aligina Anvitha Sudheshna ¹, Sudha Babel ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Community and Applied Sciences, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur (Rajasthan), IN
2 Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Community and Applied Sciences, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur (Rajasthan), IN

Abstract

Smart outfit’s development started in military field and still remains a main field. Clothing is the first layer of protection and forms an important protective layer in military operation while combats and environmental hazards. Extended Cold weather clothing ensemble, High Altitude Pulmonary Oedema chambers, Anti-G suits, Flame retardant overalls, Submarine Escape Sets, Chemical warfare protection ensemble, liquid cooled garment for protection against hyperthermia etc., are fabricated from variety of technical textiles having special material properties. Technical and smart textiles are used worldwide to provide protection from the hazards of battlefield to the military and paramilitary forces, as ‘man behind the machine’ is the most important entity in a war theatre. The design of smart cloth is crucial to obtain the best results. This review focuses a collective account of harsh military environment faced by war fighters during War and Peacetime and desired smart textiles to lower the wear and tear due to harsh surroundings and battle menaces.

Keywords

Smart clothing, Technical textiles, Harsh military environment, Phase change materials, Aerogels, Liquid cooled garment, Submarine escape set, Flame retardant fabrics

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