Dyeing of Calotropis procera fibre with natural dyes and judging its colour fastness

Abstract

Eco-friendly dyeing of Calotropis procera fibre /yarn with Butea monosperma flower extract was carried using simultaneous Mordanting methods. Testing of colour fastness to light, crocking, perspiration and washing was carried out. Colour produced was soft, lustrous golden yellow colour, which were earth friendly and soothing in appearance. The light, wash and perspiration fastness with standardized test was found fair to good. It is recommended that proper utilization of available indigenous plant resources can provide a good opportunity of employment to unemployed youths because it is labour intensive process. Commercial exploitation of these agro based plants with proper technology may enhance the opportunities to the unemployed youths and will make our cosmos safe.