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Note: Current COVID protocol guidelines will be observed that are active on the day of Open Class Entry Day, Judging Day and Release Day as well as the active days of the 2021 Adams County Fair. Mask wearing is optional as of the date of this printing.
1. Open Class exhibits may be entered only on Monday, July 12, from noon to 8 p.m. in the west end of the Activities Center. (Please note the new location.)
2. Tuesday, July 13, will be a judging day only! No exhibits will be accepted for entry.
3. Exhibits, ribbons and premium money will be released on Monday, July 19, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. only.
4. No premium money will be given to an entrant if their entry(s) is not picked up on Monday, July 19.
5. Those eligible to enter in Open Class are Adams County residents, Adams County Family and Community Education club members and their immediate family, and Hastings Quilters Guild members may enter exhibits as specified in Open Class Needlework.
6. Entry tags and premium lists are available at the Adams County Extension Office, from Robin Stroot, Open Class General Chairperson or they will be available at the eegistration desk at the fairgrounds on Entry Day.
7. Only one entry per person may be made under EACH CLASS (except where noted in Needlework/Quilts).
8. All possible care will be exercised in the handling and display of all entries, but no responsibility will be assumed for damage while on exhibit, in transit or through circumstances beyond control.
9. Any exhibit must be made or grown by the exhibitor.
10. Only one entry will be allowed in “Other Class” per lot per exhibitor.
11. After receiving first place in Open Class, an article cannot compete again.
12. No previous years’ 4-H exhibits may be entered in Open Class.
13. 4-H’ers may not enter current year’s 4-H project areas (i.e. Food, in general; Clothing, in general; Horticulture, in general, etc.) in Open Class.
14. There will be five age divisions in Open Class. Youth: ages 5 to 11; Teens: 12 to 18 (youth and teen ages will be stated on the entry tag); Adult: 19-60. Senior: Ages 60-74; Senior Plus: 75 and up. (Note: Entries for the Fine Art category have different age classifications.)
15. All exhibits, whether ribbon winners or not, will remain for the duration of the fair.
16. There will be no displaying of “non-judged” items.
17. The ribbons possible are Purple, Blue, Red and White at the discretion of the judge. It is possible a class will not have all the ribbon placements.
18. The judging will be done by qualified, impartial, professional judges.
19. Each division will have a “Best of Show” entry which receives a rosette ribbon and a $10 special award. Each division that has an “Honorable Mention” will also receive a rosette ribbon and a $5 special award. Exhibits must receive a Purple ribbon to be considered for “Best of Show” or “Honorable Mention.”
20. Exhibits will be open for viewing at the Exhibit Hall on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and on Sunday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
21. Woodworking Exhibits will be entered in the appropriate lot and will be assigned a class number upon entry.
Baked goods, if frozen, should be thawed before time of judging. Cakes should be displayed top side up, except for angel food and bundt cakes, which will be displayed bottom side up. The cakes will be judged as a whole cake. There should be NO cream cheese or dairy products in fillings or frostings. There should be no products with raw eggs. All cookies, coffee cakes and cakes shall be unfrosted unless entered in “Decorated Items”. All baking exhibits are to be on a plastic or plastic coated plate and in a zip-type or twist-tie plastic bag, not plastic wrap unless the item is too large for a plate. Exhibits will be judged on flavor and texture (moisture cells, symmetrical shape, evenly browned and uniformity).
Ribbons for Lot A thru O Premium
Class 1—Angel Food, any kind, unfrosted
Class 2—Chiffon, any kind, unfrosted
Class 3—4 cupcakes, any kind, unfrosted
(Lots L, M and N will be combined for a decorated Best of Show.)
Decorated cakes may be on a dummy.
Class 9—Decorated Cupcakes, individual design (4 cupcakes)
Class 10—Decorated Cupcakes, presented as one design (no larger/more than 12 cupcakes)
Decorated cookies must have four on a plate.
Class 5—Large Decorated Cookie (one cookie only, must be six inches or larger)
Lot N: Decorated other items
The pie contest will be held Saturday, July 17. You must bring a copy of your pie recipe.
1. Those eligible to enter are Adams County residents, Adams County FCE Club members, and their family members.
2. Pies must be baked/made by contestant.
3. Pies will be entered from 1-1:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 17.
4. Judging will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 17.
5. All pies will be taken home immediately after judging is completed.
6. Cold pies must be brought in a cooler with ice and kept under refrigeration up to the time they are entered.
7. Premium money will be given immediately after judging.
8. Premium money is as follows:
9. Each may enter one pie per class (see #7 of General Rules).
10. The judging will be done by a qualified, impartial judge.
11. Exhibits will be judged on appearance, crust flakiness, flavor, texture and filling. All pies must have a pastry crust with the exception of cheesecake. All fillings and crust must be made from scratch. No boxed or canned fillings nor any prepared or box crusts are allowed.
Outside Appearance: Evenly browned/golden brown color
Pleasing flavor, not too sweet
All cream pies must be brought in a cooler with ice and kept under refrigeration until entry time.
Class 4—Sour Cream Raisin Pie
Cheese cake MUST be baked with appropriate crust (graham cracker, shortbread, etc.) and be brought in a cooler with ice and kept refrigerated until entry time.
Lot D: Nontraditional (includes hand pies)
Tarts may be entered as one large or three individual servings
Class 1—Citrus (lemon, lime, key lime)
Class 3—Berry (strawberry, raspberry, cherry, blueberry)
Class 5—Peach, Apricot, or Nectarine
Class 7—Nut (pecan, walnut, hazelnut, almond)
Canning Hints: Judges look for clean jars and screw bands. Be sure bands are rust free. Use standard canning jars with regular canning lids only. No premiums will be paid if seals are broken. Use only fully ripe products that are uniform in size. Bring your best. Be sure the name of the product is on the bottom of each jar, and the method used in canning (water bath or pressuring). Beets and cherries can look alike in sealed jars. Exhibits will be judged on: correct seal, correct U.S.D.A. processing procedures, cleanliness, correct head space, ripeness and uniformity of products. No wax seals on jam and jelly.
Ribbons for Lot A thru O Premium
Class 8—Fancy Pack, any kind of vegetables
Class 8—Fancy Pack Fruit, any kind
Lot C: Meats (pressure canned only)
(Entries will be accepted in any size jar. All jars must have lids. No wax seals.)
Lot E: Jams, preserves, butter
(Due to government recommendations, these items must be hot water bathed for 5-10 minutes. No wax seals.)
Lot G: Microwaved jelly, jams, preservers, butters
(Items must be processed in a hot water bath. No wax seals.)
(If condiments contain meat or vegetables, they need to be pressure canned.)
(If soups contain meat or vegetables, they need to be pressure canned.)
(Entries must be exhibited in pint jars with lids and processing method designated.)
Class 4—Meat Jerky, 4 to 6 pieces
Lot O: Dried fruits (1 cup)
Lot P: Dried herbs (1/4 cup)
Superintendents: Sue Brown, Sharon Selley, Kathy Riese
New for 2021: Many Homemaking classes have been updated or changed from previous years’ Premium Book. Please review the new classifications carefully.
The exhibits judged “Best in Quilts” and “Best in Textile Art” at the Adams County Fair will be eligible to compete for the Nebraska State Fair Special Awards for needlework, in the correct division and class. The superintendent of needlework in Adams County must send the exhibit with the exhibitor’s name and address to the Nebraska Sate Fair. Exhibit will be under the rules in the Nebraska State Fair Premium Book.
The Hastings Quilters Guild will award a gift certificate and rosette to the Best of Show for a large quilt, medium quilt, small quilt, and mini/doll quilt. This will not include the antique quilt class. Large Quilt: Classes 1-10; Medium Quilt Classes 60-93; Small Quilt Classes 24-28 and 50-57; Mini/Doll Quilts: Classes 15-28, if they meet size requirement.
Members of the Hastings Quilters Guild may enter exhibits in Lot C.
In memory of Rita Jaworski, the Hastings Quilters Guild is sponsoring a $25 award for the best purple colored quilt. All quilts will be considered with the following criteria: 1: At least 50% of the quilt must be purple or a purple shade; 2: Pieced and quilted by one person; 3: Machine or hand quilted; 4: Mini, wall hanging to king size will be allowed; 5: This award will be given each year for 5 years, beginning in 2021.
Place a label with exhibitor’s name on the lower left corner on the back of all quilts. Cover with a piece of fabric or tape. Note: The special card must accompany the quilt.
Ribbons for Lots A thru C Premium
Lots A & B: Entrant may enter two entries per class
Lot A: Afghans/lap robes
Lot C: Quilts and quilted items
New for 2021: Some quilt classifications have been updated and changed. Please review the new classifications carefully.
Entrant may enter two entries per class in Lot C.
Quilts: Must have three layers — top, batting and backing — and held together either by hand, machine quilting or tied by yarn, buttons, etc.
Quilts must be clean, fresh and odor free.
Quilts (whether they are large, mini quilts, quilted throws, wall hanging, or antique quilts) made by two or more people means one or more people made the top and/or another person or group did the quilting.
Group Quilts: Three or more persons working on the bed quilt, quilted wall hanging, quilted throw.
A card MUST be attached with the following information:
Name of the person/s who made the top
Name of the person and/or the other person or group who did the quilting
Label how the quilted item was quilted with the following:
HQ (hand quilted by maker)
HQC (hand quilted by other person/group/commercially quilted)
MQ (machine quilted by quilt maker-conventional machine)
MQLA (machine quilted by maker-non-computerized long arm)
MQLACP (machine quilted by other person long arm computerized)
MQCLA (machine quilted commercially, non-computerized long arm)
MQCLACP (machine quilted commercially, long arm computerized)
COMB (combination of hand/machine quilted or machine/tied, or hand/tied, or combination where two or more methods of quilting is done.
Size of item (width and length) Note: The class will be subdivided by the six quilting methods: T, HQ, HQC, MQ, MQLA, MQLACP, MQCLA, MQCLACP, COMB, AND by age division as listed in the General Rules.
(Suitable for a bed. Suggested minimum is 60 inches by 76 inches.)
Class 4—Quilt, pieced, 10 different fabrics or less
Class 5—Quilt, pieced, 11 to 25 different fabrics
Class 6—Quilt, pieced, more than 25 different fabrics
Class 7—Quilt, combination of applique’ and piecing
Class 8—Quilt, combination of several different techniques (such as embroidery, rouching, beading, applique, piecing, cutwork, etc.)
Class 9—Quilt made by quilt group, school group, church group, etc.
A Mini/Doll quilt is a maximum of 24 by 24 inches. A mini quilt is a regular block, which is made into a miniature size block. Block can not be any larger than 4 inches by 4 inches.
Class 18—Quilt, pieced, 10 different fabrics or less
Class 19—Quilt, pieced, 11 to 25 different fabrics
Class 20—Quilt, pieced, more than 25 different fabrics
Class 21—Quilt, combination of appliqué and piecing
Class 22—Combination of several different techniques into one quilt (such as rouching, beading, appliqué, piecing, cutwork, etc.)
Class 27—Combination of techniques into one quilt (such as rouching, beading, applique, piecing, cutwork, etc.)
An antique quilt top is one whose top or blocks were begun prior to 1955 by someone other than the entrant (possibly by another family member or purchased) and completed by entrant within the last five years. Reformat, replace damaged area or complete the project with appropriate fabric or quilting. A brief state of 200 words or less explaining what was done by the entrant to complete the work must be attached to the exhibit.
Class 37—Combination of techniques (such as rouching, beading, appliqué, piecing, cutwork, etc.)
Class 40—Panel (border added only)
Class 41—Panel (border and pieced blocks added)
Class 42—Panel (combination of techniques)
Class 43—Panel (other; list techniques)
Quilted Wall Hangings-Small (not intended for the bed)
Class 50-55: Less than 100 inches perimeter
Class 53—Quilt, pieced, 10 different fabrics or less
Class 54—Quilt, pieced, 11 to 25 different fabrics
Class 55—Quilt, pieced, more than 25 different fabrics
Class 56—Combination of several different techniques (such as embroidery, rouching, beading, appliqué, piecing, cutwork, etc.)
Quilted Wall Hangings-Large (not intended for the bed)
Classes 60-67: 100 inches or more perimeter
Class 63—Quilt, pieced, 10 different fabrics or less
Class 64—Quilt pieced, 11 to 25 different fabrics
Class 65—Quilt, pieced, more than 25 different fabrics
Class 66—Quilt, combination of several different techniques (such as embroidery, rouching, beading, appliqué, piecing, cutwork, etc.)
(Minimum is 160 inches and maximum is 225 inches)
Class 73—Quilt, pieced, 10 different fabrics or less
Class 74—Quilt, pieced, 11 to 25 different fabrics
Class 75—Quilt, pieced, more than 25 different fabrics
Class 76—Combination of several different techniques into one quilt (such as embroidery, rouching, beading, appliqué, piecing, cutwork, etc.)
Class 77—Quilt made by quilt group, school group, church group, etc.
(Minimum is 226 inches and maximum is 300 inches)
Class 83—Quilt, pieced, 10 different fabrics or less
Class 84—Quilt, pieced, 11 to 25 different fabrics
Class 85—Quilt, pieced, more than 25 different fabrics
Class 86—Combination of several different techniques into one quilt (such as embroidery, rouching, beading, appliqué, piecing, cutwork, etc.)
Class 87—Quilt made by quilt group, school group, church group, etc.
Class 90—Bed runners — not more than 25 inches
Minimum: 55 inches by 65 inches. Maximum: 72 inches by 90 inches. MUST have a Quilt of Valor label.
Patriotic quilts DO NOT meet the requirement for Quilt of Valor.
Art Quilts (not intended for bed)
Class 93—Art Quilt, less than 160 inches perimeter
Class 94—Art Quilt, 160 inches perimeter or more
Class 95—Quilted Table Runner, appliqué
Class 96—Quilted Table Runner, pieced
Class 97—Quilted Table Runner, combination of techniques
Class 98—Quilted Table Runner, other
Class 99—Quilted Table Topper, appliqué
Class 100—Quilted Table Topper, pieced
Class 101—Quilted Table Topper, combination of techniques
Class 102—Quilted Table Topper, other
Class 104—Quilted Kitchen Appliance Cover(s)
Class 106—Quilted Hot Dish Mat
Class 107—Quilted Household Item, Other
Note: In Lots D through M, all techniques will be accepted. Entrant may enter two entries per class in Lots C through Z. Each item will be judged on its own criteria for the technique used. If more than 3 or more items are entered in a class, they will be judged as a separate class. (Example, if 4 (four) tablecloths are crocheted they will be judged together and will be listed as a separate class – tablecloth, crocheted).
Ribbons for Lot D thru Z Premium
Lot D: Table coverings and Centerpieces
Class 5—Luncheon Cloth with napkins
Class 6—Place Mats (4 mats must be entered)
Class 9—Napkins (4 napkins must be entered)
Class 10—Table Covering/or Centerpieces, Other
Lot E: Towels and Coverings
Class 7—Tea Towel Set (6-7 in set)
Lot F: Buffet/Dresser Set
Lot G: Dishcloths and Pot Holders
Class 5—Other pillow or pillowcase
Lot L: Pictures-(must be framed)
Class 2—Counted Cross Stitch, list count on entry tag
Class 3—Counted Cross Stitch, lugana cloth
Class 4—Counted Cross Stitch, perforated paper
Class 5—Counted Cross Stitch, metal
Class 6—Counted Cross Stitch, hardanger
Class 7—Counted Cross Stitch, beaded
Class 8—Counted Cross Stitch, linen
Class 9—Counted Cross Stitch, other
Class 17—Set of Pictures (minimum of 3)
Lot N: Christmas and Holiday Items
Class 10—Other Holiday Wall Hanging (name the holiday)
Class 11—Holiday Card (name the holiday)
Lot P: Needlework Clothing Articles
Lot R: Angels/Dolls/Toys
Class 1—Doll (crocheted or knitted)
Class 11—Raggedy Ann and Andy
Class 14—Doll with crocheted clothing
Class 15—Doll with knitted clothing
Class 16—Cabbage Patch Doll (plastic or fabric head)
Class 17—Angel (crocheted or knitted)
Class 1—Mug Rugs (minimum of 2 per set)
(Items that fit in none of the above categories)
Items in Lot W are eligible for a “Best of Show” and/or “Honorable Mention” rosette.
Class 1—Any article of Mens’ Clothing
Class 2—Other Men’s clothing
Class 3—Any article of Women’s Clothing
Class 4—Other Women’s clothing
Class 5—Any article of Children’s clothing
Class 6—Other Children’s clothing
Other Clothing or Clothing Accessory Decorated ItemsClass 7—Clothing accessory decorated
Class 8—Other clothing accessory decorated
Lot Y: Computerized Machine Embroidery Items
(Note: Recycle items are now listed under Lot Z)
Class 6—Combination of Techniques (pieces, cutwork, appliqué, rouching, etc.)
Class 5—Baby Car Seat Cover
Entries in this department must have been grown by the exhibitor during the current year. All items shall be displayed on paper plates or preferably plastic coated paper plates, which the exhibitor shall furnish, unless otherwise specified. Points the judge will be looking for are: uniformity, not too large and all shaped the same and have a good smell.
Vegetables should be clean and displayed in the following manner. Green and yellow wax beans shown as pods and should be whole, including the short stem which is attached to the plant. They may be washed or cleaned with a damp cloth. Cabbage Stalks should be cut smoothly at the base or head. Outer leaves may be removed, but not any more than necessary to present an attractive appearance. All carrots, beets, kohlrabi and turnips should have the top cut back to one inch in length. Side roots should be carefully removed so that the skin of the vegetable is not scuffed or broken. Celery should be at least nine inches long from the base of first leaflet on the outside petiole.—Remove the small outside stalks or suckers. The leaves may be partially clipped. Trim off diseased and broken leaves and small stalks and suckers on the outside until the color is uniform. Sweet corn should be husked, but DO NOT cut off either end. Cucumbers need to have short stem attached. Onions and garlic should have the top cut to one inch in length. The roots are to be trimmed to one inch. Some of the papery skins surrounding the bulb may be carefully removed but at least one should be left covering the onion and garlic bulb. Rhubarb needs a two inch leaf on the end. Do not cut off the root end; leave as pulled. Tomatoes should have a short stem left on the fruit and be mature. NO GREEN TOMATOES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Ribbons for Lot A thru D Premium
Class 8—1 Head Cabbage—under 4 pounds
Class 9-1 Head Cabbage-over 4 pounds
Class 10—1 Head Red Cabbage—under 4 pounds
Class 11-1 Head Red Cabbage-over 4 pounds
Class 25—Red Leaf Lettuce—6 leaves in a glass container with water (not plastic or styrofoam)
Class 26—Green Leaf Lettuce—6 leaves in a glass container with water (not plastic or styrofoam)
Class 27—Swiss Chard—3 leaves in glass container with water (not plastic or styrofoam)
Class 35—4 Peppers, yellow banana, sweet
Class 36—4 Peppers, yellow banana, hot
Class 57—1 Summer Squash, other (name)
Class 60—1 Winter Squash, other (name)
Class 61—1 Zucchini Squash, green, under 1 pound
Class 62—1 Zucchini Squash, green, 1 pound up to 3 pounds
Class 63—1 Zucchini Squash, green, 3 pounds up to 5 pounds
Class 64—1 Zucchini Squash, yellow, under 1 pound
Class 65—1 Zucchini Squash, yellow, 1 pound up to 3 pounds
Class 66—1 Zucchini Squash, yellow, 3 pounds up to 5 pounds
Class 67—4 Sweet Corn (without husks)
Class 68—4 Tomatoes, red, over 2 1/2 inches
Class 69—4 Tomatoes, red, under 2 1/2 inches
Class 71—4 Tomatoes, roma type (paste)
A special class to determine the largest in each of the following divisions:
Class 1—Bulb Vegetables (onion, garlic, leek)
Class 2—Flower Vegetables (artichoke, broccoli, cauliflower)
Class 3—Stem/Fruit Vegetables (rhubarb, eggplant, celery)
Class 4—Leaf Vegetables (cabbage, celery, lettuce)
Class 5—Root/Tuber Vegetables (potato, beet, carrot)
Class 6—Seed or Pod Vegetable (bean, pea, lentil)
Class 7—Vine Crop (cucumbers, melons, pumpkins, squash)
Exhibit will consist of 3 stems approximately 6 to 10 inches in length.
NOTE: Display in glass container with water (not plastic or styrofoam).
Class 26—Collection of Potted Herbs (3 or more)
Only mature fruits will be accepted.
Lot E: Basket of vegetables
Vegetables must have been grown by the exhibitor during the current year. Baskets will be judged on attractiveness and quality of vegetables. $5 will be given to each basket displayed, no matter ribbon placing. One to a family. Entry will be shown in bushel basket turned on side. Basket furnished by the superintendent. Entry to be an assortment of edible garden vegetables consisting of six or more varieties in a bushel basket. To be judged on quality and general appearance. No canned goods. NOTE: All basket displays must be in place Monday, July 12, before 8 p.m.
Ribbons for Lot E Premium
Each entry must be three items unless otherwise indicated. Try to leave some foliage with the entry. Exhibits will be judged on freedom from insects and disease, perfection of flower, uniformity of color and size. Containers must be furnished by the exhibitor but do NOT count in the judging. Be sure each container is heavy enough so exhibit does not tip over. Put your name on the bottom of the container. Only one entry per person in each class. A flower with no designated class number may be entered under “other.” Do not dethorn roses. Marigolds — one stem is defined as having one flower, preferably with foliage.
Ribbons for Lot A thru B Premium
Lot A: Cut flower exhibits
Class 2—Althea (Rose of Sharon)
Class 4—Amaranthus (summer poinsettia) 1 stem
Class 16—Cockscomb (celosia) crested, 1 stem
Class 17—Cockscomb (celosia) plumed, 1 stem
Class 21—Dahlia, button, 2 inches or less
Class 23—Dahlia, cactus or fantasy
Class 24—Dahlia, dinner plate, 5 inches or more, 1 stem
Class 29—Daisy, transvaal or gerbera
Class 37—Gladiolus, yellow or orange, 1 stem
Class 42—Gladiolus, other color, 1 stem
Class 49—Lily, magic (hardy amaryllis) 1 stem
Class 51—Lily, hybrid garden, 1 stem
Class 51A—Lisianthus, any color
Class 52—Marigolds, dwarf (1 1/2” or less in diameter), yellow
Class 53—Marigolds, dwarf (1 1/2” or less in diameter), orange
Class 54—Marigolds, dwarf (1 1/2” or less in diameter), bronze
Class 55—Marigolds, dwarf (1 1/2” or less in diameter), bi-color
Class 56—Marigolds, dwarf (1 1/2” or less in diameter), white
Class 57—Marigolds, medium (1” to 3” in diameter), yellow
Class 58—Marigolds, medium (1” to 3” in diameter), orange
Class 59—Marigolds, medium (1” to 3” in diameter), bronze
Class 60—Marigolds, medium (1” to 3” in diameter), bi-color
Class 61—Marigolds, medium (1” to 3” in diameter), white
Class 62—Marigolds, large (over 3” in diameter), yellow
Class 63—Marigolds, large (over 3” in diameter), orange
Class 64—Marigolds, large (over 3” in diameter), white
Class 65—Marigolds, single row petaled, dwarf (1 1/2” or less in diameter), yellow
Class 66—Marigolds, single row petaled, dwarf (1 1/2” or less in diameter), orange
Class 67—Marigolds, single row petaled, dwarf (1 1/2” or less in diameter), bronze
Class 68—Marigolds, single row petaled, dwarf (1 1/2” or less in diameter), bi-color
Class 69—Marigolds, single row petaled, dwarf (1 1/2” or less in diameter), white
Class 77—Pansy, 3 or more (different colors)
Class 84—Phlox, hardy perennial, blue-lavender, 1 stem
Class 85—Phlox, hardy perennial, pink-rose, 1 stem
Class 86—Phlox, hardy perennial, white, 1 stem
Class 88—Rose, Climbing, Red, 1 stem
Class 89—Rose, Climbing, Yellow, 1 stem
Class 90—Rose, Climbing, other color
Class 91—Rose, Floribunda, Red, 1 stem
Class 92—Rose, Floribunda, Yellow, 1 stem
Class 93—Rose, Floribunda, White, 1 stem
Class 94—Rose, Floribunda, Other Color, 1 stem
Class 95—Rose, Grandiflora, Red, 1 stem
Class 96—Rose, Grandiflora, Yellow, 1 stem
Class 97—Rose, Grandiflora, White, 1 stem
Class 98—Rose, Grandiflora, Other Color, 1 stem
Class 99—Rose, Tea, White/Ivory, 1 stem
Class 100—Rose, Tea, Pink, 1 stem
Class 101-Rose, Tea, Yellow, 1 stem
Class 102—Rose, Tea, Orange, 1 stem
Class 103—Rose, Tea, Salmon, 1 stem
Class 104—Rose, Tea, Apricot, 1 stem
Class 105—Rose, Tea, Red, 1 stem
Class 106—Rose, Tea, Burgundy, 1 stem
Class 107—Rose, Tea, Lavender, 1 stem
Class 108—Rose, Tea, Bi-Color, 1 stem
Class 129—Zinnia, variety, 3 or more blossoms, any kind, any color
Class 130—Other flower, not listed above
Lot B: Ornamental flowers, grasses and wild flowers
Class 1—Baby’s Breath (gypsophilia)
Class 2—Brown Eyed or Black Eyed Susan
Class 8—Quaking Grass (animated oats)
Class 9—Snow on the Mountain
Class 11—Other, not listed above
Ribbons for Lot C Premium
Lot C: Arrangements: Flowers and/or foliage
Arrangements must be assembled before they are brought to the fairgrounds. The container is judged as part of the arrangement. Greenery, fillers, and accessories are permitted. Exhibits judged on condition of flowers and foliage, originality, balance, compatibility of colors, and eye appeal.
Class 3—Arrangement of Garden Flowers, at least 3 different kinds
Class 7—Arrangement of all dried flowers with accessories of driftwood, grasses, etc.
Class 8—Arrangement of foliage, any variety or color
Class 9—Arrangement of all green
Class 10—Arrangement for specific occasion or holiday
Class 11—Arrangement “Go Big Red”
Class 12—Corsage of only home grown flowers
Ribbons for Lot D Premium
Be sure your name is on the bottom of the container. The plant should have been growing in container, not newly transplanted.
Class 6—Hanging Plant (provide support)
Class 8—Mini or Cactus Garden
Class 10—Planter, 3 or more different plant varieties
Class 11—Planter, 3 or more colors of same plant
Class 16—Other, not listed above
The craft, ceramic and jewelry divisions will name a Grand Champion and Honorable Mention award. Exhibits will be judged for these things: neatness, amount of work, talent, practicality, originality, creativity, design principles, color combinations, balance, proportion, rhythm, texture, and line. Youth exhibitors will receive a participation ribbon only (no premium) on exhibits not placing. In the macramé division, bring only empty pots to show or use artificial plants. All items which are to hang must have suitable, sturdy hangers.
Ceramics should have no backing or covering such as cardboard or felt on any ceramic piece(s), except backing is acceptable on ceramic chess pieces and bookends only. The bottoms of ceramic pieces need to be finished (i.e. painted, etc.)
Ribbons for Lot A thru R Premium
Class 5—Marker Pictures (on Plastic)
Class 6—Marker Pictures (on Paper)
Class 7—Marker Pictures (on Felt)
Class 11—Hand Painted Glass – Pitcher and/or Bowl
Class 12—Hand Painted Glass – Dishes
Class 13—Hand Painted Glass – Glasses (set of four)
Class 21—Other (not clothing—clothing is entered in needlework)
Lot B: Decorative accessories, handmade
Class 3—Holiday Novelties — felt, ribbon, net, yarn,styrofoam, plastic, etc.
Class 4—Holiday or Special Effect Candles
Class 5—Holiday or Special Effect Arrangements
Class 19—Wood—Hand Carved Article
Class 24—Stamped Articles (card, stationery, clothing, etc.)
Class 27—Decorated Bears (not judged on sewing)
Class 29—Decorated Bird Houses (judged on decoration)
Class 30—Bird Houses (Painted or Stained)
Class 34—Lamps (Decorated or Designed)
Class 35—Candle Holder(s)—Wooden
Class 36—Candle Holder(s)—Decorated
Class 37—Candle Holder(s) – Other
Class 41—Angels—Cloth (not judged on sewing)
Class 42—Angels—Lace (not judged on sewing)
Class 54—Holiday Decoration (4th of July)
Class 58—Article Made by Two People
Class 2—Tin (article made from tin)
Class 3—Decoupage (other than plaques)
Class 4—Beaded Work (other than jewelry)
Class 6—Yarn (article made with yarn – not sewn)
Class 7—Paper (article crafted from paper)
Class 12—Plaster of Paris Articles
Class 14—Dream Catcher (no leather)
Class 16—Wooden Figures (dolls, animals, etc.)
Class 18—Wood Articles (painted or stained)
Class 19—Wood Articles—decorated (painted or unpainted)
Class 23—Padded Picture Album (judged on decoration, not sewing)
Class 24—Article made from Cloth (not judged on sewing)
Class 25—Article made from Felt
Class 26—Large Scarecrows (not judged on sewing)
Class 27—Small Scarecrows (not judged on sewing)
Class 28—Sand Art (figures, bottles, pictures, etc.)
Class 31—Clay Pot Arrangement (decorated)
Class 33—Articles made from Clay
Class 34—Soap (Carved or Decorated)
Class 37—Gourds (made into another article)
Class 1—Under-glaze and/or combination of techniques
Class 3—Glazed (combination using two or more glazes)
Class 4—Glazed and Stain Combination
Class 5—Over-glaze/Metallic (gold, copper, lustres, decals)
Class 6—Stain (unfired paint) Article
Class 7—Stain (unfired paint) Figurines
Class 8—Stained Plates and Plaques
Class 12—Dry Brush (people) Figurines
Class 16—Originals (designs decorated with flowers, etc.)
Class 17—Air Brush—Fired or Unfired
Class 18—Holidays—any technique (Christmas)
Class 19—Holiday—any technique (Other)
Class 20—Painted (with oil) Article
Class 21—Article made by two (2) people; any technique
Class 7—Stained Glass, Original Design
Lot G: Wall hangings and plaques
(Must have a suitable sturdy hanger, if needed)
Class 1—Decoupage (pictures or plaques)
Class 5—Pine Cone Wall Hanging
Class 8—Grape Vine Wall Hanging
Class 14—Dried Flower Wall Hanging
Class 16—Silk Flower Wall Hanging
Class 25—Sea Grass Wall Hanging
Class 28—Metal (any combination) Hanging
Class 29—Collage (pictures, figures, plaques, etc.)
Class 32—Wall Hanging (made with pods, weeds, etc.)
Class 33—Wall Decoration or Hanging made by two people
Class 34—Wall Hanging made from a puzzle
Class 35—Wall Hanging made from a puzzle-framed
(ALL exhibits need a picture of the article or a card telling how you restored the article)
Class 4—Car – Small Toy (restored)
Class 5—Car – Large Toy (restored)
Lot I: Lawn or building decoration
Class 6—Hand Painted Stepping Stone
Class 6—Box or a Container
Lot L: Models or toys made by hand
Please indicate if item is a kit or an original design.
Class 9—Airplane or Spaceship (with accessories/scenery)
Lego exhibits MUST be mounted on a sturdy base or in a box, so as not to fall apart when moved
Class 12—Lego-Space Ship or Airplane
Class 13—Lego-Moving Vehicle (with means of moving)
Class 14—Lego-Figures, Creatures, Animals, etc
K’NEX exhibits do not need a base (unless it is desired).
Class 17—K’NEX-House or Building
Class 19—K’NEX-- Creature, Robot, Animal, etc
Class 20—K’NEX—Spaceship or Airplane
Class 22—Wooden Models—Hand Carved
Class 23—Wooden Model from a Kit
Class 24—Metal Model from a Kit
Class 25—Metal Model (original design)
Class 27—Other kind of model
Lot M: Dolls and toys
Class 1—Stuffed Toys (not judged on sewing)
Class 2—Mop Dolls (not judged on sewing)
Class 3—Mop Animals (not judged on sewing)
Lot N: Soft sculpture (items not judged on sewing)
Class 8—Needlepoint Doll Accessories, Furniture, etc.
Class 10—Needlepoint Placemats (set of four)
Class 12—Needlepoint Decoration (any kind)
Class 13—Needlepoint Holiday Wall Hanging
Class 16—Needlepoint Coasters (set of four)
Class 19—Needlepoint Toys, Blocks, Dolls, etc.
Class 20—Needlepoint Jewelry (mounted on a poster board)
Class 22—Plastic Canvas, other than needlepoint
Class 23—Plastic Canvas, Refrigerator Decoration
Class 24—Lighted Plastic Canvas Article
Class 26—Needlepoint with Music Box Inside
Class 27—Large Needlepoint, Table Decoration
Class 28—Small Needlepoint, Table Decoration
All exhibits need to include a brief statement on a card of how the article is recycled and/or redone.
Class 8—Jewelry (must be mounted on a poster board) or in a container
(Handcrafted and mounted on a sturdy board or put in a box)
Class 1—Silver (with one strand)
Class 2—Gold Colored (with one strand)
Class 3—Multi-Colored (with one strand)
Class 4—Silver (two or more strands)
Class 5—Gold Colored (with two or more strands)
Class 6—Multi-Colored (with two or more strands)
Class 7—Silver (with stones, gems and/or beads)
Class 8—Gold Colored (with stones, gems and/or beads)
Class 9—Multi-Colored (with stones, gems and/or beads)
Class 13—Silver (with stones, gems and/or beads)
Class 14—Gold Colored (with stones, gems and/or beads)
Class 15—Multi-Colored (with stones, gems and/or beads)
Class 16—Silver (with one strand)
Class 17—Gold Colored (with one strand)
Class 18—Multi-Colored (with one strand)
Class 19—Silver (with two or more strands)
Class 20—Gold Colored (with two or more strands)
Class 21—Multi-Colored (with two or more strands)
Class 22—Silver (with stones, gems, and/or beads)
Class 23—Gold Colored (with stones, gems, and/or beads)
Class 24—Multi-Colored (with stones, gems, and/or beads)
Class 29—With stones, gems and/or beads
Jewelry Sets with Necklace, Earrings, and/or BraceletClass 30—Silver
Class 33—Silver with stones, gems and/or beads
Class 34—Gold Colored with stones, gems and/or beads
Class 35—Multi-Colored with stones, gems and/or beads
Class 38—Made with stones, gems and/or beads
Articles decorated with beads, etc. (not judged on sewing)Class 46—Hats
Class 58—Article made with 2 techniques
Class 1 – miniature books – 6” or under
Class 2 – small books – 7” and up
Class 3 – large books – 12” and up
Class 4 – 2 separate pages – no cover
Class 5 – miniature books – 6” or under
Class 6 – small books – 7” and up
Class 7 – large books – 12” and up
Class 8 – 2 separate pages – no cover
Class 9 – miniature books – 6” or under
Class 10 – small books – 7” and up
Class 11 – large books – 12” and up
Class 12 – 2 separate pages – no cover
Class 13 – miniature books – 6” or under
Class 14 – small books – 7” and up
Class 15 – large books – 12” and up
Class 16 – 2 separate pages – no cover
Class 17 – Other books (If there are enough books, we will divide them into classes)
Class 18—Small book, family theme
Class 19—Large book, family theme
Class 20—Small Book, vacation theme
Class 21—Large book, vacation theme
Class 25—Card, any other holiday
Lot T: Large items (new or restored)
Entries will be separated in each class and age category with a “Professional” or “Amateur” classification. Professional classification is defined as an entrant that makes ANY financial income generated from their photography.
Print Requirements — One exhibit per class only! Prints may be black and white or color. All prints must be a minimum of 3 X 4 inches and be prepared for display (matted, mounted on cardboard, construction paper/mattboard/foamboard, framed, etc.) All prints must be taken by entrant. All pictures in a frame MUST have a suitable, sturdy hanger for hanging or an easel for display.
Class 3—Scenics, matted (trees, landscapes, water, seasonal)
Class 4—Scenics, mounted (trees, landscapes, water, seasonal)
Class 5—Nature, matted (plants, flowers)
Class 6—Nature, mounted (plants, flowers)
Class 7—Animals, matted (animals, insects)
Class 8—Animals, mounted (animals, insects)
Class 13—People, matted (adults and children)
Class 14—People, mounted (adults and children)
Class 15—Human Interest, matted (farm, sports, transportation)
Class 16—Human Interest, mounted (farm, sports, transportation)
Lot B: 35mm Print Series (5-8 photos)
Frames can be plastic, wood or metal and can be exhibited with or without glass.
No computer enhanced photos accepted.
Class 3—Scenics, matted (trees, landscapes, water, seasonal)
Class 4—Scenics, mounted (trees, landscapes, water, seasonal)
Class 5—Nature, matted (plants, flowers)
Class 6—Nature, mounted (plants, flowers)
Class 7—Animals, matted (animals, insects)
Class 8—Animals, mounted (animals, insects)
Class 13—People, matted (adults and children)
Class 14—People, mounted (adults and children)
Class 15—Human Interest, matted (farm, sports, transportation)
Class 16—Human Interest, mounted (farm, sports, transportation)
Frames can be plastic, wood, or metal and can be exhibited with or without glass
Class 27—Scenics, matted (trees, landscapes, water, seasonal)
Class 28—Scenics, mounted (trees, landscapes, water, seasonal)
Class 29—Nature, matted (plants, flowers)
Class 30—Nature, mounted (plants, flowers)
Class 31—Animals, matted (animals, insects)
Class 32—Animals, mounted (animals, insects)
Class 37—People, matted (adults and children)
Class 38—People, mounted (adults and children)
Class 39—Human Interest, matted (farm, sports, transportation)
Class 40—Human Interest, mounted (farm, sports, transportation)
Lot E: Digital Black and White
No computer enhanced photos accepted
Class 51—Scenics, matted (trees, landscapes, water, seasonal)
Class 52—Scenics, mounted (trees, landscapes, water, seasonal)
Class 53—Nature, matted (plants, flowers)
Class 54—Nature, mounted (plants, flowers)
Class 55—Animals, matted (animals, insects)
Class 56—Animals, mounted (animals, insects)
Class 61—People, matted (adults and children)
Class 62—People, mounted (adults and children)
Class 63—Human Interest, matted (farm, sports, transportation)
Class 64—Human interest, mounted (farm, sports, transportation)
Lot F: Digital Series 5 to 8 photos
Subject matter must be original and not copied and entries must be the work of the Exhibitor. Art work in frames or on stretches must have wire or eyes for hanging. “Original” means that the artist has used her/his own concept, ideas and/or techniques for execution of the art work.
Lot A thru J Premium
Lot D: Pastel, charcoal, ink, pencil
Class 4—Other Media (not fabric)
Class 1—Wheel Thrown, kiln fired
Class 2—Hand Built, kiln fired
Lot J: Other art work
Class 1—Art Work, other media (not listed above)
Ribbons for Lot K thru M Premium
Art work MUST be matted on heavy mounting and provided with a suitable, sturdy hanger for hanging. Any size will be accepted.
Art work must be mounted on construction paper or heavy mounting paper. Any size will be accepted.
Art work must be framed and provided with a suitable, sturdy hanger for hanging. Any size will be accepted.
Class 1—Wheel Thrown, kiln fired
Class 2—Hand Built, kiln fired
Ribbons for Lot N thru Y Premium
Original or not original. Must be matted and provided with a suitable, sturdy hanger for hanging. Any size will be accepted.
Class 8—Other Media, not listed above
Original or not original. Must be on heavy mounting paper and provided with a suitable, sturdy hanger for hanging. Any size will be accepted.
Class 10—Other Media, not listed above
Original or not original. Must be framed and provided with a suitable, sturdy hanger for hanging. Any size will be accepted.
Class 10—Other Media, not listed above
Class 4—Other Media, not listed above
Class 1—Wheel Thrown, kiln fired
Class 2—Hand Built, kiln Fired
Adult and senior citizen classroom
Original or not original. Must be matted on heavy mounting and provided with a suitable, sturdy hanger for hanging. Any size will be accepted.
Class 8—Other Media, not listed above
Original or not original. Must be on heavy mounting and provided with a suitable, sturdy hanger for hanging. Any size will be accepted.
Class 8—Other Media, not listed above
Original or not original. Must be framed and provided with a suitable, sturdy hanger for hanging. Any size will be accepted.
Class 8—Other Media, not listed above
Class 4—Other Media, not listed above
Class 1—Wheel Thrown, kiln Fired
Class 2—Hand Built, kiln Fired
Lot Y: Computer enhanced digital image
Digital art, a creative way of doing art using a computer. NOTE: The entry MUST include the original image and the enhanced image with a brief description on what was enhanced and how it was done. Enhanced means working with digital, print illustration, design and layout. Picture can be enhanced to look vibrant, change image all together, clean-up blemishes, whiten teeth, take off pounds, write an inscription on photograph, change color, take away color, enhance sky, change sunset, etc.
Class 1—Computer Enhanced Digital Image
Class 2—Acrylic on Canvas, Computer Enhanced
Class 3—Mixed Media, Digital Photo, Computer Enhanced
On all woodworking entries please indicate if the item was made from a pattern (please include the pattern & instructions) or it was designed by the exhibitor
Ribbons for Lot A thru T Premium
Ribbons for Lot A thru T Premium
Class 1—Animated wood toy – clear finish
Class 2—Animated wood toy – painted finish
Class 3—Pull toy – clear finish
Class 4—Pull toy – painted finish
Class 5—Riding toy – clear finish
Class 6—Riding toy – painted finish
Class 7—Other toy – clear finish
Class 8—Other toy – painted finish
Lot B: Wood turning item
Class 1—Large piece – clear finish
Class 2—Small Piece – clear finish
Class 1—Large piece, clear finish
Class 2—Small/Medium piece, clear finish
Class 3-Large Piece, painted finish
Class 4-Small/Medium piece, painted Finish
Lot D: Household item (lamps, etc.)
Class 1—Large piece — Clear finish
Class 2—Small/Medium piece, clear finish
Class 3-Large Piece, painted finish
Class 4-Small/Medium piece, painted Finish
Lot E: Scroll saw item
Class 1—Picture made with scroll saw – clear finish
Class 2—Picture made with scroll saw – painted finish
Class 5—Other item – clear finish
Class 6—Other item – painted finish
Classroom projects must have been constructed in an industrial arts classroom under the supervision of an instructor and made during the 2018-2019 school year.
The original finish must have been removed and the wood refinished
Lot I: Hand Carved Figuring
Lot J: Other Wood Items
Heritage skills contest is open to FCE Club (Extension) members only who have paid county, state and national dues for 2021. Members may enter one exhibit per class. Winning exhibit per class will go to State Convention in 2022. All entries designed for hanging should be ready to hang with a suitable, sturdy hanger or ready to display (hanger or easel). Entries may be any theme, size or shape. Keep in mind quality, composition, proportion and pictorial impact.
Rug Making: Any homemade rug such as hooked, braided, woven or other.
Handcrafted Toy: Durable toy for play made by hand or machine.
Poetry: Original poem, maximum of 30 lines.
Spinning/Weaving: Article may by hand or loom, including wheat weaving or baskets.
Quilting: Wallhanging — may be appliquéd, pieced, patchwork, embroidery or other. No older than 4 years.
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