Homecraft
Chesterville Fair Homecraft
Homecraft Division offers opportunities for creative people of all ages to show their talents. Come back often as new information will be added as it becomes available.
Participant Information
Participants can complete their registration online through AssistExpo. You can also download a PDF version of the registration form here and a copy can be found in the print catalogue.
Please be sure to review the complete Rules & Regulations prior to registering
Meet our Homecraft Committee Chairpersons!
CLASS 1: VEGETABLES
Prize Money: 1st - $5.00, 2nd - $4.00, 3rd - $3.00
Chairpersons:
PLEASE READ RULES CAREFULLY
Root vegetables are to be rinsed and wiped dry – not scrubbed and top trimmed with approximately 1” stem left on. All items to be displayed on paper/Styrofoam/plastic plates unless otherwise stated. Please attach tags to plates.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
1. | Beans, 5 green with stem |
2. | Beans, 5 yellow with stem |
3. | Beets, 3, round, ¼ inch (½ cm) stem left on |
4. | Beets, 3, long, ¼ inch (½ cm) stem left on |
5. | Carrots, 5, long, tops ¼ inch (½ cm) above crown |
6. | Carrots, 5, short, tops ¼ inch (½ cm) above crown |
7. | Corn, 3 sweet, 1/2 husk removed from tip to butt |
8. | Cucumbers, 3, slicing, ¼ inch (½ cm) of stem |
9. | Cucumbers, 3, pickling, ¼ inch (½ cm)) of stem |
10. | Garlic Buds, 3 |
11. | Onions, 5 green, in a bunch |
12. | Onions, 3 yellow, roots trimmed, not peeled |
13. | Onions, 3 red, roots trimmed not peeled |
14. | Onions, 1 Spanish |
15. | Bell peppers, 3, green, ¼ inch (½ cm) of stem left on |
16. | Bell peppers, 3, red, ¼ inch (½ cm) of stem left on |
17. | Potatoes, 3, white, brushed, not washed |
18. | Potatoes, 3 red, brushed, not washed |
19. | Potatoes, 3 yellow, brushed, not washed |
20. | Tomatoes, 3 red, with stems attached |
21. | Tomatoes, 3 green, with stems attached |
22. | Tomatoes, 5 plum, with stems attached |
23. | Tomatoes, 5, cherry, red, with stems attached |
24. | Pepper Squash |
25. | Butternut Squash |
26. | Pot of Parsley |
27. | Zucchini, 1, no more than 12 inches (30 cm) long, with stem |
28. | Best Vegetable Display |
29. | Largest Table Beet |
30. | Longest Carrot |
31. | Largest Ear of Corn |
32. | Largest Cucumber |
33. | Largest Onion |
34. | Largest Potato |
35. | Largest Pepper |
36. | Largest Sunflower |
37. | Largest Tomato |
38. | Oddest Shaped Vegetable |
Heirloom Vegetables
Seed packet must be attached to the back of the entry tag!
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
1. | 3 Tomatoes |
2. | 3 Beets, 1/4" stem |
3. | 3 Potatoes, brushed, not washed |
4. | 1 Pumpkin |
5. | 5 Drying Beans |
6. | 1 Squash |
7. | 3 Cucumbers |
CLASS 2: FLOWERS
Chairperson: Shirley Coons
Cut flowers in GLASS JARS ONLY, unless stated otherwise. Use elastics to hold entry tags in place (not scotch tape). Unless colour is stated, any colour or colours may be used. The exhibits of flowers and potted plants are restricted to persons growing them for reasons other than a commercial enterprise. Entries not conforming to specifications will be disqualified. Please read descriptions very carefully.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Special prizes:
Most Points - Cut Flowers Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 Sponsorship: $50.00, Shirley Coons, Most Points - Cut Flowers |
Cut Flowers:
1. | Rose, 1 stem, more than 1 bloom with foliage attached, in a vase |
2. | Single rose,floating in a wine glass |
Best Specimam | |
3. | 3 Delphinium spikes,in bloom |
Best Arrangement | |
4. | Dahlia, 3 blooms, up to 4 inches, in vase |
Best Plant | |
5. | Heurchera (Coral Bells) leaves, 3 stems |
6. | Coneflower (Echinacea), 5 blooms, any colour |
7. | Sunflower, any variety, 1 bloom in a container under 6 inches |
8. | Rudbecka (Black Eyed Susan) 3 stems in a jar |
9. | 5 stens of Gailarda, in a container of your choice |
10. | Hosta, any colour 3 leaves in a jar |
11. | Blue Globe Thisle, 3 blooms |
12. | Marigolds, 3 blooms, under 3", with foliage attached |
13. | 3 Gladiolus in bloom, in a suitable container using floral foam |
14. | Mums, 3 stems with foliage - in a glass jar |
15. | 1 head hydrangea in a glass jar |
16. | Sedum 3 stems |
17. | 3 Zinnias with own foliage |
18. | Gazania, 3 blooms, any colour |
19. | Miniature arrangement of flowers in a mug |
20. | 3 stems of perennial Phlox, any colour |
21. | Nature's Way, wild flower bouquet in any container |
22. | All White, white only for this entry, except foliage, with floral foam & white container |
23. | 3 stems of any herb, named |
Earl and Audrey Cross Award - Highest Points Cut Flowers Prize: $50 | |
24. | Potted Miniature Rose, in bloom Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10, others: $0 Sponsored by: Muriel Smith |
POTTED PLANTS:
Plants have to be exhibited in pot in which they were grown
25. | African violet, in bloom, single, single crown |
26. | Geranium in Bloom |
27. | Hanging plant with hanger, named |
28. | Perpetual Bloomer or Impatiens, in bloom |
29. | A very unusual plant, named if possible |
30. | Begonia, waxed, in bloom |
31. | Begonia,tuberous, in bloom |
32. | Potted Ivy |
33. | 1 Coleus in a pot |
34. | Cactus or succulent, any kind |
35. | Plant grown for foliage, not listed, named if possible |
36. | Potted Hibuscus (Rose Mallow), in bloom |
CLASS 3: YOUTH – FLOWERS
Chairperson: Shirley Coons
ENTRY RULES FOR ALL YOUTH CLASSES
- Open to both girls and boys.
- One exhibit per section per exhibitor.
- Please fill in entry tags very carefully.
- No entry fee required if entering ONLY Youth – Crafts, and/or Baking, and/or Flowers, and/or Photography, and/or Specials
- Entries will be disqualified if age is not visible on entry tag.
Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1, 5th: $1
1. | Small flower arrangement in a vase, using real flowers Ages: 12 to 16 years old No higher than 12" including the vase |
2. | Three (3) coneflowers in a jar. Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
3. | Colourful arrangement of flowers in a beach pail Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
4. | Three (3) dahlias over 2 inches in diameter arranged in a vase. Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
5. | Three (3) marigold blooms 2 inches or less in diameter with leaves arranged in a small vase Ages: 9 to 11 years old |
6. | Three (3) Sedum stems in a glass jar Ages: 9 to 11 years old |
7. | An arrangement of assorted leaves and any single flower in a vase Ages: 9 to 11 years old |
8. | 5 Wildflowers or Weeds, in bloom, in a jar, total height no more than 15 inches Ages: 9 to 11 years old |
9. | Three (3) hosta leaves, any colour arranged in a glass jar Ages: 6 to 8 years old |
10. | Three (3) black eyed Susan's in a jar. Ages: 6 to 8 years old |
11. | 1 head of Hydrangea, in a tall jar Ages: 6 to 8 years old |
12. | Weeds in bloom – 4 to 6 arranged in a jar Ages: 6 to 8 years old |
13. | Three (3) blooms of Rudbeckia (Black-eyed Susan) in a glass jar Ages: 3 to 5 years old |
14. | Three (3) Hosta leaves in a jar. Ages: 3 to 5 years old |
15. | Black Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia), 3 blooms, in your choice of container Ages: 3 to 5 years old |
16. | Six (6) or seven (7) wildflowers and/or weeds in bloom arranged in a vase Ages: 3 to 5 years old |
CLASS 4: BAKING
Chairperson: Janet Carkner
Baking will be disqualified if not in baggies, unless otherwise stated. All baking should be displayed on base of Paper/Styrofoam/Plastic plate, and pies should be in aluminum pie plates. Secure tags to OUTSIDE of baggie, preferable to have entry tag stapled to the outside of the plastic bag. Positively no commercial products. All pie crusts must be homemade. One slice of pie will be kept for display and the remainder of pie will be donated to our volunteer luncheon, unless otherwise stated. Items marked 'no baggie' will be displayed in the showcase.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
YEAST BREADS:
Yeast Breads
1. | White Bread - ½ loaf |
2. | Small pan of buns - white or brown |
3. | Bread Machine buns-white or brown |
4. | Specialty Loaf Please name the bread |
Best Bread | |
Quick Breads & Muffins:
Quick Breads and Muffins
5. | Lemon Loaf - ½ loaf |
6. | Zucchini Loaf - ½ loaf |
7. | Carrot Muffins - 3 on a plate |
8. | Blueberry Muffins - 3 on a plate |
9. | Banana Muffins - 3 on a plate |
10. | Apple Muffins - 3 on a plate |
11. | Your favourite Muffins - other than ones already listed. - 3 on a plate |
12. | Tea Biscuits - 3 on a plate |
PIE & TARTS:
13. | Blueberry Pie - double crust Pies and Tarts |
14. | Butter Tarts (No fruit, nuts, raisins, or pecans) - 3 full size tarts on a plate (no mini or bite size) Pies and Tarts |
OAAS Butter Tart District 1 Contender | |
15. | Rhubarb Pie - double crust Pies and Tarts |
16. | Cherry Pie - double crust Pies and Tarts |
17. | Apple Pie - double crust Pies and Tarts |
18. | Apple Crumble Pie Pies and tarts |
Best Pie | |
19. | President's Special Butter Tarts with Pecans, no other nuts and no fruit. Will be judged by our President. 1st prize retained. |
SWEETS:
Sweets
20. | Chocolate Chips cookies - 3 on a plate |
21. | Oatmeal raisin cookies - 3 on a plate |
22. | Date Squares - 3 on a plate |
23. | Brownies, frosted - 3 on a plate |
24. | Ginger Molasses Cookies - 3 on a plate |
25. | Lemon squares - 3 on a plate, 1 1/2" square |
26. | Your favourite squares - 3 on a plate, 1 1/2" square Recipe must be attached to entry tag |
27. | Your favourite Cookies - 3 on a plate Recipe must be attached to entry tag. |
28. | Home made fudge - 4 on a plate |
CAKES:
29. | Carrot cake with cream cheese frosting - 3 pieces on a plate |
30. | Queen Elizabeth Cake - 3 pieces on a plate |
31. | Apple Cake - 3 pieces on a plate |
Best Cake | |
DECORATED CAKES:
32. | Child's Birthday Cake A styrofoam or cardboard form may be used. Cakes to be home decorated. No store bought decorations please. |
33. | 60th Anniversary Cake A styrofoam or cardboard form may be used. Cakes to be home decorated. No store bought decorations please. |
34. | Decorated Vanilla Cupcakes - 3 on a plate |
CLASS 5: YOUTH - BAKING
Chairperson: Janet Carkner
ENTRY RULES FOR ALL YOUTH CLASSES
- Open to both girls and boys.
- One exhibit per section per exhibitor.
- Please fill in entry tags very carefully.
- No entry fee required if entering ONLY Youth – Crafts, and/or Baking, and/or Flowers, and/or Photography, and/or Specials.
- Items must be on a disposable plate in a baggie with tags staple to the outside of the baggie
- Entries will be disqualified if age is not visible on entry tag.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2, 5th: $1
1. | 3 Cupcakes, decorated for your favourite holiday Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
2. | 3 Chocolate Chip Muffins (with or without baking cups) Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
3. | Home baked goodies to share with Grandma Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
4. | Giant Cookie - must fill an 8 inch paper plate Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
5. | 3 Chocolate Chip cookies Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
6. | 3 pieces of Fudge - your choice Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
7. | 3 Cupcakes, decorated, on a plate Ages: 11 years old and under |
8. | Marshmallow creature to look like a Dinosaur or Monster, labelled, on a plate Ages: 11 years old and under |
9. | 3 Brownies, frosted, on a plate Ages: 11 years old and under |
10. | Nutritious after school snack Ages: 11 years old and under |
11. | Cookies, chocolate chip, 3 on a plate Ages: 11 years old and under |
12. | Rice Krispies made in the shape of your first initial. (Must fill an 8 inch paper plate) Ages: 11 years old and under |
13. | Chocolate Chip Cookie Competition, 6 on a plate (no nuts) Age 15 years old and under |
OAAS Chocolate Chip Cookies District 1 Contender | |
CLASS 6: PRESERVES
Jams, jellies, pickles and relishes may be in 250ml (1cup) or 500ml (2cup) jars. All jars not properly sealed at the time of judging will be disqualified. There must be no rust on the jar lid. No commercial kits to be used. Pickles must be natural colour - NO FOOD COLOURING! NO RUSTED CAPS OR RINGS
Chairperson: Janet Carkner
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
1. | 1 rhubarb jam with 1 other fruit, with attached recipe |
Best Jam/Jelly | |
2. | 1 strawberry jam, cooked |
Judge's Choice | |
3. | 1 raspberry jam cooked |
4. | 1 peach jam |
5. | 1 apple jelly |
6. | 1 marmalade |
7. | 1 peaches canned |
9. | 1 applesauce |
10. | 1 corn relish |
11. | 1 icicle pickles, NO food colouring added |
12. | 1 dill cucumber pickles, plain or garlic up to 1 litre/quart jar |
13. | 1 bread and butter pickle |
14. | 1 beet pickle |
15. | 1 salsa sauce |
16. | 1 chili sauce |
17. | 1 canned tomatoes |
18. | 1 tomato marmalade |
19. | 1 pickled mushrooms |
20. | 1 chutney - named |
21. | 1 any jam, not listed, named |
22. | 1 any jelly not listed, named |
23. | 1 any other preserve, not listed, named |
CLASS 7: SEWING
Open to everyone. All articles must be new unless otherwise stated and may not be exhibited more than twice at this fair.
Please read description of sections and follow exactly, anything added or left out will cause disqualification.
Chairperson: Kim Link
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
SEWING:
1. | Sewing - Pillow Case - 50% originality, 50% workmanship |
2. | Sewing - Reusable shopping bag |
3. | Sewing - Adult PJ, Pant SMA |
4. | Sewing - Vest, lined, ladies, SMA |
5. | Sewing - Fleece Article |
6. | Sewing - Case for tablet |
7. | Sewing - Dog's coat |
8. | Sewing - Article made from denim (i.e. apron, purse) |
9. | Sewing - 2 placemats with an animal or holiday theme |
10. | Sewing - Decorative/Fancy item of mending NEW |
11. | Sewing - Apron, kitchen, SMA, lined - bib style |
12. | Sewing - 2 hotmats, SMA - not quilted |
13. | Sewing - Pot Holders, 1 pair, SMA |
Judge's Choice | |
14. | Smocked child's shortie/overalls |
15. | Smocked Child's Dress |
16. | Smocked child's bonnet |
Earl and Audrey Cross Award - Highest Points in Sewing Prize: $50 Highest Points in Sewing only | |
8. Knitting
1. | Baby Sweqater and Bonnet |
Judge's Choice | |
2. | Dog's or cat's sweater - any size |
3. | Child's sweater - any size |
4. | Tea pot cosy |
5. | Children's Mitts - Guantlet style |
6. | Child's Toque with ear flaps |
7. | Child's hat that looks like an animal |
8. | Infant's dress |
9. | Adult fingerless gloves |
10. | Adult slippers |
11. | Adult Mitts |
12. | Adult cable hat |
13. | Ladies' infinity scarf |
14. | Ladies' socks |
15. | Men's socks |
16. | Ladies shawl |
17. | Any knit item not listed |
18. | Afghan, adult size, minimum 50" x 65" |
19. | Afghan, baby size, minimum 36" x 36" |
20. | Any knit project you are working on |
9. Crochet
1. | Coat hanger |
Judge's Choice | |
2. | Sweater and bonnet, baby |
3. | Pot holder, 1 pair |
4. | 2 dishcloths |
5. | Lace, 1 yard minimum, separate or attached to item |
6. | Doily, under 12", mounted |
8. | Doily, 16" or larger, mounted |
9. | Ladies' shawl |
10. | Afghan, adult size, minimum 50" x 65" |
11. | Afghan, baby size, minimum 36" x 36" |
12. | Any crochet item not listed |
13. | Any crochet project you are working on |
CLASS 10: HOBBIES AND CRAFTS
Chairperson:
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Christmas in August 2022:
1. | Christmas Mantle Decoration |
Judge's Choice | |
2. | Angel - any material and any design |
3. | Christmas house warming gift |
4. | Set of 4 Christmas napkin holders - any material |
5. | Santa, your choice, any material |
6. | Christmas table runner less than 36 inches long |
7. | Christmas article of your choice, which is not listed above |
For the Kitchen or Dining Room:
8. | 3 different bazaar items |
9. | Small hang up tea towel |
10. | 2 placemats made - any material but no quilting |
11. | Handmade wedding shower gift |
12. | A handmade house warming gift - No machine work |
14. | Any article simple craft, not listed above. Item must not be sewn, knitted or crocheted. (i.e. wood or plastic canvas or other) |
Miscellaneous and Decorative Items:
15. | Kitchen trivet - any medium |
16. | Door stop - not to exceed 18 inches |
17. | Decorated Wooden tissue box (boxes available at the Dollar Store) |
18. | Fancy Pin Cushion |
19. | Any article of wood working Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10, others: $0 Donation in Memory of Pleunis "Paul" Van der Lind |
20. | Decorated Bird House |
21. | Wall hanging made of fabric |
22. | Decorative cushion - not to exceed 12 inches |
23. | Decorated garden hat |
24. | Create a garden or patio craft - any medium |
25. | Something useful from something useless |
26. | My favourite up-cycled project, with before picture Must include a picture of what it was |
27. | An unfinished project |
28. | Easter basket decoration |
29. | Bird Feeder - any medium |
30A. | Any article of embroidery, by machine |
30B. | Any aricle of embroidery, by hand |
31. | Any article of needlepoint, minimum of 12 inches, unframed Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10, others: $0 Donation in memory of Pleuntje "Plonia" Van der Lind |
32. | An article of Hardanger |
33. | An article of diamond painting |
34. | Any unusual craft - not mentioned above |
35. | Marilyn Johnson Memorial Special - Any hand made item with a cat theme Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10, others: $0 If you love cats, then this is the place for you! Let your creativity shine through. If you have memories of Marilyn an |
CLASS 11: QUILTING
GENERAL:
- All articles for exhibit in this class must be the handiwork of the exhibitor. All quilts must be quilted by hand (HQ), machine (MQ) or both. MQ must state “Domestic” or “Long Arm” on back of tag. Absolutely NO Computer Guided Quilting is permitted. Quilting is defined as a running stitch that passes through top, batting and backing. Tied quilts are not eligible unless stated in the section.
- When quilts are permitted to be quilted by someone other than the entrant, the name of the quilter should be named on the inside of the entry tag flap, so that it is consealed until judging is complete.
- Items must be completed after August 2020 and may not be submitted more than twice for judging.
- All items must be in good condition and clean. Quilts must be free of any odours such as tobacco, perfume, mildew, pet – incomplete, soiled, stained or damaged quilts will NOT be judged.
- Exhibitor may only make one entry per section.
- All decisions of judge(s) are final. Committee reserves the right to reject any entry or to move a quilt into a different category. Quilts are judged on general appearance, design and workmanship in accordance with the OAAS Judging Standards.
- Champion and Reserve Champion Rosettes will be awarded for to those quilts judged to be superior in general appearance, design and workmanship in both Hand Quilting and Machine Quilting. All quilts entered into this class are eligible.
- OAAS Competition quilts will be selected from eligible entries in Sections 1 through 7.
Copyright:
If the item(s) you are entering are created using a pattern or design by anoth-er person/group, please state the design source on the entry tag, and it will be your responsibility to acquire permission to show this design/pattern. If you are using your own design/pattern, please state design source as original. More information may be found in the Info & Forms PDF in the Homecraft Section of the Fair website www.chestervillefair.com or by contacting the chairperson.
Chairperson: Carol Johnson
Prizes: 1st: $18, 2nd: $12, 3rd: $8
Special prizes:
Reserve Champion Hand Quilting Runner up best example of hand quilting in Class 11 | |
Grand Champion Machine Quilting Best overall example of machine quillting in Class 11 | |
Reserve Champion Machine Quilting Runner up best overall example of machine quilting in Class 11 | |
Judge's Choice Rosette Awarded by the judge. | |
Viewer's Choice Rosette Chosen by the public Attendees will have the opportunity to vote for their favourite quilt. Votes will be tallied prior to the awards ceremony at 3:00 pm and a rosette will be awarded to the winner at that time | |
Grand Champion Hand Quilting Best overall example of hand quilting in Class 11 |
LARGE BED QUILTS - minimum 324 inch perimeter:
If size is met, quilts will qualify foir OAAS Quilting Competons, unless otherwise stated.
1. | Pieced, traditional design, pattern named - Hand Quilted |
2. | Pieced, traditional design, pattern named - Machine Quilted Indicate quilted on Domestic or Longarm on back of tag. |
3. | Pieced, with applique and/or emboridery - Hand Quilted |
4. | Pieced, with applique and/or embroidery - Machine Quilted Indicate quilted on Domestic or Longarm on back of tag. |
5. | Hand applique and/or hand embroidery - Hand Quilted |
6. | Machine applique and/or Machine embroidery - Machine Quilted Indicate quilted on Domestic or Longarm on back of tag. |
7. | Any other technique not listed - Hand or Machine Quilted If done by machine, indicate quilted on a Domestice or Longarm on back of tag. |
OAAS Machine Quilting - to District Competition | |
OAAS Hand Quilting - to District Competition | |
8. | Any technique, top completed by entrant, quilted by another Does NOT qualify for OAAS quilting competitions. May be quilted by hand or machine. |
Highest Points - Large Bed Quilts | |
SMALL BED QUILTS -Min 60 inches x 70 inches, to less than 324 inches perimeter:
9. | Pieced, traditional design, pattern named - Hand Quilted |
10. | Pieced, traditional design, pattern named - Machine quilted Please note type of machine used for machine quilting - domestic or longarm - on back of tag |
11. | Pieced, traditional design, pattern named Hand or Machine quilted by person other than entrant Please note type of machine used for machine quilting - domestic or longarm - on back of tag |
12. | Pieced and appliqued, embroidery or combination - Hand Quilted |
13. | Pieced and applique, embroidery or combination - Machine Quilt Please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
14. | Pieced and applique, embroidery or combination Hand or Machine quilted by person other than entrant Please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
15. | Hand applique and/or hand embroidery - Hand Quilted |
16. | Machine applique and/or machine embroidery - Machine quilted Please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
17. | Machine applique and/or machine embroidery Hand or Machine quilted by person other than entrant If machine quilted, please note the type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
18. | Any other technique not listed - Hand or Machine Quilted If machine quilted, please note the type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
Highest Points - Small bed Quilts | |
LARGE LAP OR WALL QUILTS -:
40 inches TO 60 inches width, no limit on length; wall quilts must have hanging sleeve
19. | Pieced - Hand quilted |
20. | Pieced - Machine quilted Please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm on back of tag |
21. | Pieced - Hand or Machine quilted by other than entrant If machine quilted, please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm, on back of tag. |
22. | Predominantly applique (hand or machine) - Hand Quilted |
23. | Predominantly applique (hand or machine) - Machine Quilted Please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
24. | Predominantly applique (hand or machine) Hand or Machine quilted by person other than entrant If machine quilted, please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
25. | Mixed techniques - Hand quilted |
26. | Mixed techniques - Machine quilted Please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
27. | Mixed techniques Hand or Machine quillted by person other than entrant 40 inches TO 60 inches width, no limit on length; wall quilts must have hanging sleeve |
Highest Points - Large Lap/Wall Quilts | |
SMALL LAP OR WALL QUILTS -:
Less than 40 inches wide, no limit on length; wall quilts must have hanging sleeve
28. | Pieced - Hand quilted |
29. | Pieced - Machine quilted Please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
30. | Pieced - Hand or machine quilted by other than entrant If machine quilted, please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
31. | Predominantly applique (hand or machine) - Hand Quilted Less than 40 inches wide, no limit on length; wall quilts must have hanging sleeve |
32. | Predominantly applique (hand or machine) - Machine Quilted Please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
33. | Predominantly applique (hand or machine) Hand or machine quilted by person other than entrant If machine quilted, please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
34. | Mixed techniques - Hand quilted |
35. | Mixed techniques - Machine quilted Please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
36. | Mixed techniques Hand or Machine quilted by person other than entrant If machine quilted, please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
Highest Points - Small Lap/Wall Quilt | |
BEGINNER QUILTS - Not less than 40 inches in width:
37. | Any technique, any size - Hand or Machine quilted A beginner is defined as any quilter who has been quilting for less than 2 years. If machine quilted, please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
38. | Any technique, any size Hand or Machine quilted by person other than entrant A beginner is defined as any quilter who has been quilting for less than 2 years. |
SPECIALTY QUILTING:
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, others: $0
39. | Art/Landscape Quilt - Hand or Machine Quilted May use several techniques but must be the entrant's original design |
40. | Novelty Quilt - Hand or Machine quilted Any technique not previously listed (ie Yo-Yo, Tied, Photo, Wholecloth, etc) |
41. | Table Runner - any technique - Hand or Machine quilted If machine quilted, please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
42. | Cushion, not larger than 24 inches on any side - Hand or Machine quilted If machine quilted, please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
43. | Placemats (2), any technique - Hand or Machine quilted If machine quilted, please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
44. | Quilt Block, mounted on bristol board, back of block to be accessible |
45. | Article of quilted clothing If machine quilted, please note type of machine used for quilting - domestic or longarm |
Highest Points Overall in Quilting Includes all sections | |
2nd Highest Points Overall | |
3rd Highest Points Overall | |
Highest Points - Specialty Quilting | |
CLASS 12: “GOLDEN YEARS”
This class is open to anyone 60 years of age and over. There is no entry fee required if entering ONLY Class 11.
Chairperson:
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
1. | 3 muffins the same, on a plate and in a baggie |
Judge's Choice | |
2. | 1 jar of any jam - named |
3. | 3 Chocolate Chip Cookies, on a paper plate and in a baggie |
4. | Mini apple pie - in a baggie (aprox. 4 to 6 inches) |
5. | 3 Squares of the same kind, on a paper plate in a baggie |
6. | Homemade book mark |
7. | Scarf, knit |
8. | Decorative cushion, sewn over 12 inches |
9. | Christmas Tree ornament, any medium |
10. | Mitts, knitted, child's |
11. | Towel with crocheted top & matching dish cloth |
12. | A tote bag, any material |
13. | Slippers, men's or ladies, knit |
14. | Crocheted centerpiece |
15. | Handwriting - copy poem - mounted A constant touch of sweetness linked all hearts, |
16. | Item of Vintage Clothing, story attached |
CLASS 13: YOUTH – CRAFTS
Chairperson: Kim Machan
ENTRY RULES FOR ALL YOUTH CLASSES
- Open to both girls and boys.
- One exhibit per section per exhibitor.
- Please fill in entry tags very carefully.
- No entry fee required if entering ONLY Youth – Crafts, and/or Baking, and/or Flowers, and/or Photography.
- Entries will be disqualified if age is not visible on entry tag.
- Please put CLASS number and AGE on the entry tag
Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1, 5th: $1
1. | Cursive write "Chesterville Fair is awesome because..." (fill in the blank) Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
Judges Choice | |
2. | Small table centerpiece using real or artificial flowers Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
3. | Fall door wreath Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
4. | Draw or paint a scene/landscape using any media on paper or canvas Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
5. | Draw or paint a single object: bird, animal, machine, etc., on any media on paper or canvas Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
6. | Tie-dye a T-shirt Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
7. | Make a greeting card (entirely handmade by exhibitor) Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
8. | Handmade jewelry mounted on a board or cardboard Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
9. | Handmade door wreath Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
10. | Decorate a card box and fill with 3-6 non-perishable food items to donate to the FAITH pantry Ages: 12 to 16 years old |
11. | Decorate an old shoe or boot Ages: 9 to 11 years old |
12. | Large colourful flower (handmade from any material) Ages: 9 to 11 years old |
13. | Something made from Lego Ages: 9 to 11 years old |
14. | Any craft from a kit Ages: 9 to 11 years old |
15. | Farm animal made from recycled material and displayed on a plate Ages: 9 to 11 years old |
16. | Tye-dye a t-shirt Ages: 9 to 11 years old |
17. | Popsicle stick bird feeder Ages: 9 to 11 years old |
18. | Make a vegetable vehicle: combination of whole or carved vegetables and/or fruit on a solid container of tray Ages: 9 to 11 years old All background should be completely covered |
19. | Draw or paint a single object: bird, animal, machine, etc. any media on paper or canvas Ages: 9 to 11 years old |
20. | Decorate a card box and fill with 3-6 non-perishable food items to donate to the FAITH pantry Ages: 9 to 11 years old |
21. | A drawing of "Me on a Farm" - labelled Ages: 6 to 8 years old |
22. | Homemade necklace mounted on a board or cardboard Ages: 6 to 8 years old |
23. | A butterfly made from fuzzy balls on a plate no larger than 23 cm. Ages: 6 to 8 years old |
24. | Make any craft from a kit Ages: 6 to 8 years old |
25. | Ceramic article (bought or made) handpainted by exhibitor Ages: 6 to 8 years old |
26. | Draw and colour a farm animal Ages: 6 to 8 years old |
27. | Collage of "Things I Like" on a 30 cm x 45 cm Bristol board - background must be covered Ages: 6 to 8 years old |
28. | Create a flower using buttons and display on paper plate Ages: 6 to 8 years old |
29. | Musical instrumental made for recycled material (judged on appearance and sound) Ages: 6 to 8 years old |
30. | Decorate a card box and fill with 3-6 non-perishable food items to donate to the FAITH pantry Ages: 6 to 8 years old |
31. | Trace one hand or foot and decorate it Ages: 3 to 5 years old |
32. | Playdough or modelling clay creation on paper plate, sealed in plastic Ages: 3 to 5 years old |
33. | Craft from a kit Ages: 3 to 5 years old |
34. | Puppet made from a paper bag Ages: 3 to 5 years old |
35. | Item made from Lego or blocks Ages: 3 to 5 years old |
36. | Handmade necklace made from pasta (mounted on board or cardboard) Ages: 3 to 5 years old |
37. | Draw a picture of people in your family Ages: 3 to 5 years old |
38. | Painted bug on a rock Ages: 3 to 5 years old |
39. | Collection of anything the same colour in a 6-section egg carton Ages: 3 to 5 years old |
40. | Decorate a card box and fill with 3-6 non-perishable food items to donate to the FAITH pantry Ages: 3 to 5 years old |
41. | Knitting - Any craft item not listed in the Sections 1 to 22 can be entered and judged Ages: 9 to 16 years old Youth Specials |
42. | Sewing - Any craft item not listed in the Sections 1 to 22 can be entered and judged Ages: 9 to 16 years old Youth Specials |
43. | Quilting - Any craft item not listed in the Sections 1 to 22 can be entered and judged. Ages: 9 to 16 years old Youth Specials |
44. | Any other craft you like, not listed in any other youth section Ages: 9 to 16 years old Youth Specials |
CLASS 14: AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHY
Photos may be digital or or film.
Photos no larger than 5” x 7” must be mounted on Bristol board with 1” border all around.
Please use clear photo corners, glue or sticky tag for mounting.
Please do not cut the photos into shapes.
1 photo per section unless otherwise stated.
Absolutely NO captions, writing or titles on photo unless specified!
NO cropping or manipulation of photo!
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY MANIPULATED, Section 16 & 17:
All of the above, PLUS
Personally taken, manipulated/enhanced and printed on photo paper.
Chairperson: Wendy Healey
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Sections 1-14:
1. | Action Photo |
Judge's Choice | |
2. | Barn Doors |
3. | Black and White |
4. | By the Pond |
5. | Fall Scene |
6. | Insects |
7. | In the Field |
8. | In the Moonlight |
9. | Life on the Farm |
10. | Photographer's Choice |
11. | Reflections |
12. | Rusty Old Cars |
13. | Shadows |
14. | Sporting Event |
15. | Sun Peaking Through |
16. | The Colour Purple |
17. | Winter Scene |
CLASS 15: YOUTH - AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHY
(Youth - 16 years old and under)
Chairperson: Wendy Healey
Rules
- Photos may be digital or film.
- Photos no larger than 5 inches x 7 inches, must be mounted on BLACK Bristol board with 1 inch border all around.
- Please use clear photo corners, glue or sticky tag for mounting.
- Please do not cut the photos into shapes.
- 1 photo per section unless otherwise stated.
- Absolutely NO captions, writing or titles on photo unless specified!
- NO cropping or manipulation of photo!
- Personally taken, manipulated/enhanced and printed on photo paper.
ENTRY RULES FOR ALL YOUTH CLASSES
- Open to both girls and boys.
- One exhibit per section per exhibitor.
- Please fill in entry tags very carefully.
- No entry fee required if entering ONLY Youth – Crafts, and/or Baking, and/or Flowers, and/or Photography, and/or Specials.
- Entries will be disqualified if age is not visible on entry tag.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
1. | A Loving Pet Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1, 5th: $1, others: $0 Youth - 16 years old and under |
Judge's Choice | |
2. | Things that are Tall Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1, 5th: $1, others: $0 Youth - 16 years old and under |
3. | Mellow Yellow Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1, 5th: $1, others: $0 Youth - 16 years old and under |
4. | Outdoor Fun Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1, 5th: $1, others: $0 Youth - 16 years old and under |
5. | By the Water Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2, 4th: $1, 5th: $1, others: $0 Youth - 16 years old and under |
6. | Looking Up |
Class 16: Maple Syrup
Chairperson -
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
1. | Golden maple syrup |
2. | Amber maple syrup OAAS Maple Syrup Competition |
3. | Dark maple syrup |
4. | Maple Butter |
5. | Maple sugar |
Class 17: Honey
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
1. | Liquid Honey, Golden, 1 jar Must be registered Bee Keeper to Qualify for OAAS Competition |
2. | Liquid honey, Dark, 1 jar |
3. | Honey Comb, 1 piece, 3" x 4" |