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J&K govt has devised Rs50 cr revival plan for modernization of silk and wool mills
Silk and wool manufacture are the oldest industry of Jammu and Kashmir government, in a bid to restore the past glory of the traditional silk factory and wool mills in Jammu and Kashmir, government
J&K govt has devised Rs50 cr revival plan for modernization of silk and wool mills
Silk and wool manufacture are the oldest industry of Jammu and Kashmir government, in a bid to restore the past glory of the traditional silk factory and wool mills in Jammu and Kashmir, government
Atelier Jolie and Chloé launch sustainable collection
Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie's special project, Atelier Jolie, has taken a big step toward sustainability with its first collection made in partnership with Chloé. This collection, created
Zenith and Nona Source to transform deadstock fabrics into watch straps
French fashion giant, LVMH, has partnered with its watch brand, Zenith, and its deadstock reselling service Nona Source to unveil an exciting new upcycling initiative that transforms excess fabrics
Prince Charles joins hands with Yoox Net-a-Porter to launch sustainable fashion
Prince Charles is gaining a reputation in the sustainable fashion industry. He has launched a sustainable fashion collection in a collaboration with luxury online retailer Yoox Net-a-Porter. The
What are the different types of silk fiber?
In the commercial global silk market, there are mainly four types of silk which are known and produced. Among all this the mulberry silk is the most common one that contributes to more than 90
What are the end uses of spider silk?
• Synthetic spider silk is still an area of research but is used for its unmatched toughness. The sectors which employ spider silk are automobile, medical and other industrial application. •
What are the properties of silk?
Microscopic Properties:Longitudinal Section (L.S.): The silk that the larvae extrudes has a presence of water-soluble gum called sericin which gives the silk an irregular and rough surface however
What is the chemical composition of silk?
Silk is a proteinaceous fiber and contains the protein fibroin. Fibroin is a less complex protein as compared to the keratin found in wool. The composition of fibroin includes: at least 17 amino
Story behind the origin and history of textiles
Man has evolved quite fast and left behind the clothes constructed from fig leaves, animal hides and fur, sheep fleece, and other naturally available materials. However, since the raw materials used