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Jyoti Singla ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ¹, Neelam M. Rose ¹, Krishna Khambra ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, I.c. College of Home Sciences, C.C.S. Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, Haryana, IN

Abstract

Colour fastness of fabric is very important aspect as end use of fabrics depends on this property. A study was conducted to investigate the colour fastness properties of tie-dyed cotton fabric using reactive dye. The tie-dyed samples were evaluated for colour fastness to washing, rubbing, light and perspiration using the methods prescribed by the Bureau of Indian Standards. The fabric was dyed with reactive dye in two dye concentrations i.e., 2 per cent and 4 per cent. In 2 per cent dye concentration, the washing fastness was excellent whereas in 4 per cent it was very good. Sunlight fastness was good in both 2 per cent and 4 per cent dye concentrations. Acidic perspiration fastness was good in both the dye concentrations and alkaline perspiration fastness was very good in 2 per cent dye concentration and it was fairly good in 4 per cent dye concentration. Dry rubbing fastness was excellent in both dye concentrations i.e. 2 and 4 per cent of reactive dye and wet rubbing fastness was very good with both the dye concentrations. The results concluded that colour fastness of the samples dyed with lower percentage gave better fastness than higher percentage indicating that more dye ions hinders the absorption of dye by the fabric.

Keywords

Reactive Dye, Colour Fastness, Dye Concentration

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Punam Rani ¹, Neelam M. Rose ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ¹, Saroj Yadav ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, I.c. College of Home Sciences, C.C.S. Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, Haryana, IN

Abstract

Colour and designs have been used to enhance the intrinsic beauty of textiles from ancient time. It is believed that ornamentation by dyeing and printing developed earlier than the use of clothing itself. Design is the knowledgeable selection and application of the basic art elements i.e., line, shape, colour and texture to produce a unified expressive visual statement. Screen printing is a versatile process for design applications on textiles. The present study was conducted to develop designs for saree suitable for screen printing. Thirty one Chinese motifs were identified for application in textiles comprising of 11 geometrical, 12 floral and 8 animal/birds motifs and created on computer using software Corel DRAW 9. Created motifs were got evaluated from 30 experts and 5 top ranked motifs were selected from each category. Selected motifs were used for development of 22 designs suitable for application on saree-blouse through screen printing. Out of 22 designs, 6 designs were finally selected for application on saree which were placed with all possible variations. These design arrangements were again shown to the experts to seek their preferences. Placement of saree border with scattered motifs (4.60) was preferred most followed by overall placement (3.96) and border placement (3.94).

Keywords

Chinese Motifs, Saree, Screen Printing, Computer Aided Designing

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Saroj Yadav ¹, Neelam M. Rose ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, I.c. College of Home Sciences, C.C.S. Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, Haryana, IN

Abstract

Since the last one and half decade, application of natural dyes on different fabrics viz., cotton, wool, silk, jute and some blends, etc. is gaining popularity all over the world in light of famous German ban. Only dyeing and producing a colour range for different fabrics is not enough it is equally important to study the effect of dyeing on various physical properties of the dyed fabric as end use of different fabrics depend on these properties. Thus, a study was conducted to investigate the effect of dye obtained from rein wardtia flowers on physical properties of silk fabric. The fabric was dyed and post mordanted with stannous chloride, ferrous sulphate, Indian gooseberry and Babool. From the experiment, it was found that general appearance, lusture and texture of dyed fabric were good. In case of fabric thickness, weight, count and flexural rigidity and crease recovery angle the dyed and mordanted samples showed increase in the properties. Breaking strength and elongation of all the samples except ferrous sulphate mordanted increased in both warp and weft directions.

Keywords

Natural Dye, Physical Properties, Silk Fabric, Lusture, Texture

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Hema Sati ¹, Neelam M. Rose ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, I.C. College of Home Science, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, Haryana, IN

Abstract

Sun is essential for supporting life on earth and is critical for human physical and psychological well-being. The solar radiation that reaches the earth's consists of Infrared, Visible light and Ultraviolet radiation. Too less human exposure to solar UV radiations causes skeletal diseases whereas prolonged human exposure to solar UV radiation may result in acute and chrome health effects on the skin, eye and immune system and thereby enhance the risk of infectious diseases and limit the efficacy of vaccinations. Both of these act against the health of poor and vulnerable groups, especially children. Even though the incidence of skin cancer is lower in dark-skinned people however they are susceptible to the damaging effects of UV radiation, especially to the effects on the eye and immune system. It is believed that the right clothing gives better protection and allow for a more comprehensive approach to UV protection. Thus, recently attempts for establishing adequate UV protection through recommendation on change in clothing behaviour and personal protection, environment, and legislation has been made. Public education and awareness in UV protection is crucial for advancing people's knowledge about the health risks of excessive exposure to UV radiations in order to achieve change in their attitude and behavior. In developed countries, public awareness about the harmful effects of excessive exposure to the sun has grown considerably in recent years. But in Asian countries like India no such effort has been made so far and public have limited awareness amongst UV protection. Thus, an attempt has been made to bring a change in clothing related attitude and behavior of consumers through present study. An awareness package was developed and dissemination of awareness among consumers about UV protection through textiles and clothing was done, questionnaire was administered to measure the pre and post knowledge level of the respondents regarding UV protection provided through textiles and clothing. The results indicate very limited awareness about UV protection through textiles and clothing and a significantly higher knowledge gain after awareness campaign and distribution of awareness package indicating the significant effectiveness of developed package.

Keywords

Health Risk, Ultraviolet Protection, Clothing Behaviour, Consumers, Awareness Package.

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Saroj Yadav ¹, Geeta Gaba ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, I.C. College of Home Science, Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar (Harayana), IN

Abstract

Textile printing involves the production of a predetermined coloured pattern on a fabric, usually with a definite repeat. In India dyeing and printing with natural dyes is an age old practice. Today's scene of natural dye promotion is very optimistic and promising. The scientists and textile technologists of various institutions have started working on natural dyes as a possible means of producing ecologically sound products which would appeal to green minded consumers. Keeping in view the importance of natural dyes in textile world a study was conducted to print cotton fabric with kachnar bark dye using Cassia tora gum. Cotton fabric was scoured to remove impurities. Dried kachnar bark was grounded to make powder, 8 per cent dye was extracted by boiling in water, strained to get dye extract. Extracted dye was evaporated to make 10 ml. dye concentrate. Two concentrations i.e. 2.5 and 5 per cent of Cassia tora gum powder was used as natural thickner. Paste of thickener was prepared by adding lukewarm water and added to dye concentrate for making printing paste. Copper sulphate and ferrous sulphate were used as mordants. Printing was done by block and screen printing techniques. Printed samples were dried in sun, cured for three days and steamed in laboratory steamer. The printed samples were evaluated visually for depth of colour, evenness of print, sharpness of print and overall appearance. Fastness of printed samples was studied against, sunlight, washing, rubbing and perspiration using standard test methods. Results of the study revealed that for visual evaluation screen printed samples scored higher as compared to block printed samples. The fastness ratings against different agencies ranged from good (3) to excellent (5). The fastnesses as well as visual evaluation grades of Cassia tora gum were comparable with guar gum used as controlled thickner, hence Cassia tora gum can be used effectively for printing of cotton.

Keywords

Printing, Kachnar Bark, Cassia tora, Mordant, Thickener, Visual Evaluation, Fastness.

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Mona Verma ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ¹, Neelam M. Rose ¹, Rajvir Singh ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, I. C. College of Home Science, CCS HAU, Hisar, Haryana, IN
2 Department of Biochemistry, Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, Haryana, IN

Abstract

Natural dyes have better bio degradability and generally have higher compatibility with the environment. They are non toxic, non-allergic to skin, non-carcinogenic, easily available and renewable. Color fastness is the resistance of a material to change any of its color characteristics or extent of transfer of its colorants to adjacent white materials in touch. Generally light fastness, wash fastness and rub fastness are considered for textile fibers. The outer skin of onion contains different phytochemicals which are responsible for giving colour, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties to the fabric. In this study, natural colourants were extracted using different solvents. The dye potential of the colourants obtained from the onion skin dye was evaluated by colouring cotton fabric. Bio mordanting of cotton fabric was done by using biopolymer before dyeing to improve the dyeabilty of cotton fabric with natural dye. L*, a*, b*, C*and H* values and k/s value was studied. Study about the different fastness tests were undertaken by using standard test methods. The chitosan treated cotton fabric showed higher k/s value. Good light fastness, wash fastness, rubbing fastness and perspiration fastness. From an ecological point of view, dyeing of cotton fabric with natural dye with bio mordanting may better alternative to conventional mordanting with chemicals.

Keywords

Chitosan, Onion Skin Dye, Cotton, Dyeing, Natural Dye.

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Poonam Kumari ¹, Neelam M. Rose ², Saroj S. Jeet Singh ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, I.C. College of Home Science, C.C.S. Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar (Haryana), IN
2 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, I.C. College of Home Science, C.C.S. Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar (Haryana), IN

Abstract

Natural fragrant microcapsule with gelatin and gum as a wall material palmarosa as a core material were prepared by complex cocervation technique. Different variables, including ratio of essential oil, gum, gelatin, temperature and pH were optimized on the basis of comparative analysis through visual assessment under inverted microscope. Result showed that medium sized microcapsules having sharp and thick wall and good uniformity in size and distribution were formed at ratio of 1:2:4 of oil, gum and gelatin, at a temperature of 50°C with initial and final pH 4.5 and 9.0, respectively. Hence, these optimized ratios were selected for preparation of microcapsules.

Keywords

Cocervation Technique, Gelatin, Microcapsule, Palmarosa Oil.

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Anita Khippal ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Home Science, Mata Sundari Khalsa Girls College, Nissing, Karnal (Haryana), IN
2 I.C. College of Home Science, C.C.S., Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar (Haryana), IN

Abstract

The present study was undertaken to analyse the existing knowledge and associated problems of consumers about curtains and upholstery purchase. A total of 400 respondents from different cities representing the multicultural groups including Faridabad, Panchkula, Panipat, Hisar and Karnal of Haryana state were selected purposively. Maximum number of consumers had low knowledge regarding curtains and upholstery purchase. Time scarcity for comparative judging was the main problem faced by the respondents before purchase of curtains and upholstery followed by the problems from where to get information about curtains and upholstery, from where to buy them, misleading advertisements, distance and transport and lack of variety and good quality of curtains and upholstery. Very few respondents faced the problems of lack of money.

Keywords

Knowledge, Problems, Consumers, Purchase, Curtains, Upholstery.

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Anita Khippal ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Home Science, Mata Sundari Khalsa Girls College, Nissing, Karnal (Haryana), IN
2 I.C. College of Home Science, C.C.S., Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar (Haryana), IN

Abstract

The present study was undertaken to create consumer awareness through appropriate literature. A total of 50 respondents were selected from different colonies of Karnal. Training was imparted to all the respondents for creating awareness regarding woolen garments purchase. There was significant gain in knowledge of consumers regarding terms used on labels, symbols used on labels, method of judging weave quality, colour fastness, composition and size, assessing quality of woolen garments, advantage of having cash memo, type of relief consumer court can give, whom to be contacted for complaint and how to file a complaint in consumer forum after the training of the respondents.

Keywords

Training, Consumers, Awareness, Woolen Garments.

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Mamta Agrawal ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ², N. M. Rose ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Textile And Apparel Designing, I. C. College of Home Science, Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar (Haryana), IN
2 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, I.C. college of Home Science, Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar (Haryana), IN

Abstract

The study was to explore the printing of cotton fabric with natural dyes extracted from catechu bark. The printing receipe was standardized using different variables viz., extraction pH, dye paste, pH of guar paste, dye paste and guar paste ratio, fixer concentration and mordant concentration. Copper sulphate and ferrous sulphate were used as mordants and colour fastness properties of printed samples were evaluated. The results indicated that different shades of brown and black were obtained using mordants with excellent washing and sunlight fastness. It was observed that washing made colour brighter and faster.

Keywords

Printing, Cotton Fabric, Catechu Bark.

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Parul Gill ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ²

Affiliations
1 LB. (P.G) College, Panipat, Haryana, IN
2 I.C. College of Home Science, CCSHAU, Hisar, Haryana, IN

Abstract

Haryanvi women have always found deep personal pleasure and sense of satisfaction in creating articles of daily use. These articles are now required to be considered as lost treasure and raised as economic activity to make women economically strong. So the present study was conducted to assess the scope of income generation for rural women through traditional decorative textile handicraft articles of Haryana. The existing decorative handicraft articles were explored and three selected articles were modified for contemporary use and were got assessed for acceptability in Indian and foreign market. Two articles were found to have excellent acceptability whereas one found to have very good acceptability.

Keywords

Handicraft, Income Generation, Economic Well-Being, Traditional, Decorative Articles.

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Parul Gill ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Home Science, I.B. (P-G) College, Panipat, Haryana, IN
2 I.C. College of Home Science, CCSHAU, Hisar, Haryana, IN

Abstract

The present study was conducted to assess the market potential of traditional textile oxen handicraft articles of Haryana after modifying some selected articles for contemporary use. An exhaustive list of traditional oxen handicraft articles was compiled with the help of elderly rural women. Maximum possible articles were collected from villages. Two articles viz. Bailari and Aather were selected for modification to suit contemporary tastes. Experts were consulted on how to improve these articles to achieve a modern look. Following experts' suggestions, the selected articles were recreated. Bailari was replicated in miniature form for decorative purposes. The distinct applique work of aather was imitated to create stylish cushion covers. The prepared articles were assessed for marketability by 200 respondents including Indian as well as foreign visitors and stall owners/exporters at the International Trade Fair, Delhi. Bailari, with WMS 3.33, was found to have excellent market potential while overall acceptability of cushion cover was found to be good with WMS 2.50.

Keywords

Haryana, Handicraft, Market Potential, Traditional, Oxen Articles.

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Parul Gill ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ²

Affiliations
1 I.B. (P.G) College, Panipat, Haryana, IN
2 I.C. College of Home Science, CCSHAU, Hisar, Haryana, IN

Abstract

In an attempt to promote the use of hand made crafts and textiles of Haryana by making them commercially viable beejani, the traditional hand fan, was reduced in size and made foldable in design. Modifications in colour fabric and embellishments were also done as per the suggestions of the 30 experts. Acceptability by consumers was assessed by displaying in International Trade Fair, Delhi and recording responses of 200 visitors. The seven product features assessed were aesthetic appeal, utility, workmanship, uniqueness, color combination, fabric and traditional value. Acceptability of beejani for traditional value, aesthetic appeal and utility was found excellent while for colour combination, fabric, workmanship and uniqueness was found to be very good. On an average, acceptability was found to be very good.

Keywords

Beejani, Haryana, Craft, Traditional, Market Potential.

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Mamta Agrawal ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ¹, N. M. Rose ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, I.C. College of Home Science, C.C.S. Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar (Haryana), IN

Abstract

For present study, colour fastness properties of printed samples with catechu, double coreopsis and mango bark were evaluated. The results depicted that all the dyes have very good to excellent washing and sunlight fastness. Hence, recommended for upholstery items like curtains, bed covers, cushion covers etc. The colours obtained using mordants were soft, lustrous and natural. The use of these dyes is eco- friendly and can be used successfully by textile industry and may be exported.

Keywords

Dyes, Colour Fastness, Mordants, Eco-Friendly.

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Poonam Kumari ¹, Neelam M. Rose ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, I.C. College of Home Science CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, Haryana, IN

Abstract

In this study woven cotton fabric is treated with geranium oil microcapsules through pad dry cure technique to incorporate aroma finish. Geranium oil microcapsules were prepared by complex cocervation technique. Abrasion resistance and wash durability of aroma finished fabric was tested and analysis for retention of aroma was carried out by olfactory analysis done by 25 respondents. Analysis for presence of microcapsules was done through Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). Wash fastness and abrasion resistance of aroma finished fabric by oil microcapsules with pad-dry-cure technique were tested against the fabric finished by direct method. The findings of the present study revealed that wash fastness and abrasion resistance has increased manifold in fabric treated with oil microcapsules as compared to direct method. On the surface of microencapsulated treated fabric numerous microcapsules containing geranium essential oil inside the matrix varying in their size and shapes were found, however in case of direct method some residue of citric acid was observed by SEM.

Keywords

Aroma Finish, Direct Method, Microencapsulation, Wash Durability and Abrasion Resistance.

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Priya Makkar ¹, Saroj S. Jeet Singh ², Neelam Pruthi ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, I.C. College ofcHome Science, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, Haryana, AX
2 Department of Textile and Apparel Designing, I.C. College ofcHome Science, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, Haryana, IN

Abstract

A survey was conducted to identity the clothing needs of the farm workers. Questionnaire cum personal interview schedule was used to obtain information regarding the dressing pattern, clothing related problems and the health problems of the farm-workers during farm activities. Results indicated that there is a need for working clothing which besides providing comfort should also be functional as well as protective.

Keywords

Dressing Pattern, Health Problems, Farm Workers.

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