Correctly implemented forest certification adds value to forests and provides consumers with the opportunity to make responsible choices through their purchases. The Forest Stewardship Councilâ¢ (FSC) is considered the âgold standardâ in forest certification by the worldâs leading environmental organizations..
Crocking refers to the rubbing off of color from a fabric when subjected to abrasion. One test is the AATCC 8-2001. This is a test method of the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC). This method uses a standard white cotton fabric that is rubbed against the surface of the test fabric.
Smocking stitches are done with regular embroidery thread. On silk clothes use silk thread and on cotton fabric use cotton thread. Colour of the thread â A simple colour scheme works well for smocking, which should look elegant raher than tacky. Pastel colours works best on light coloured fabric. Keep the thread ( two strands of the thread) near your fabric to see if it suits.