Needlecraft

CLASSES 138 to 149 – NEEDLECRAFT

NEEDLECRAFT

 

CHAIRPERSON:                Shelley Stiles           (905) 722-9720

COMMITTEE:                    Shirley Stiles, Leslie Ristich, Samantha Leaman, Geraldine Draper, Tina Rochacs, Lucy Burttles, Judy Dewar, Ursala Weller and Faith Dennis

 

The General Rules of the Sutton Agricultural Society shall apply.

 

ADDITIONAL NEEDLECRAFT RULES:

Sample fabrics and/or yarns MUST accompany each entry. Please place samples in small zip lock bag safety pinned to bottom right hand corner of entry. Thank you.

Be sure to read all the rules pertaining to the Needlecraft Section before bringing articles to the Fair for competition.

In order to keep a high standard, soiled, defective, more than 2 yrs old, or worn entries will be eliminated from the competition by the Judge and/or the Committee.

Quilters please add a 3” sleeve so quilt can be safely hung.

Please review OAAS eligibility rules and regulation included in this section.

All exhibitors welcome.

It is the exibitors responsibility to ensure entry is in the correct class and item (1 entry per item #). Entries will not be moved once the exhibitor has left the item.

BEST IN SHOW – $25

 

CLASS 138: QUILTING

RULES FOR O.A.A.S. QUILT COMPETITION:

Contact Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies for a full list of OAAS rules please visit www.ontariofairs.ca

 

General conditions for both hand and machine quilting

1. Each local fair is entitled to send the grand champion quilt judged “Best in Show” for both sections to the district competition. If the same quilt wins at more than one fair the exhibitor must consider the agricultural society closest to his/her home address as the one from which the quilt will be sent from.
2. Judging will occur at local fairs and district levels. A provincial grand champion will be selected at the annual OAAS covention.
3. The winners name and pattern is to be displayed at the fair on a sign provided by OAAS.
4. Upon making an entry into the OAAS quilt competition the exhibitor agrees to participate in any promotional activities related to the competition.
5. The winning OAAS champion quilt will not be eligible to compete in any future district and or convention OAAS competitions.

 

Hand Quilting

All articles must be new and unused. Sample fabrics must be attached

 

Specific Rules for oaas hand quilting competition:

1. Entries must be solely made and hand quilted by the exhibitor.
2. Entry quilts must be a minimum of 324” measured on the perimeter (smaller quilts will not be eligible to proceed to the next level of competition.

 

CLASS 138 – SECTION 1-4:  Hand Quilting – OAAS

PRIZE MONEY:            1st = $50.00; 2nd = $30.00; 3rd = $20.00

 

1. Quilt – traditional design only – pieced
2. Quilt – traditional design only – appliqued
3. Quilt – mixed technique – must include at leaset 3 different techniques
4. Quilt – whole cloth – one fabric on each side of quilt – design made only by hand quilting done on the quilt

 

MACHINE Quilting

Sample fabric & floss if embroidery used must be attached to each entry.

 

Specific Rules for oaas MACHINE quilting competition:

1. Entries must be solely made and hand quilted by the exhibitor.
2. Entry quilts must be a minimum of 324” measured on the perimeter (smaller quilts will not be eligible to proceed to the next level of competition.
3. Entries must have visible quilting

 

CLASS 138 – SECTION 5-8:  Machine Quilting – OAAS

PRIZE MONEY:            1st = $20.00; 2nd = $15.00; 3rd = $10.00

5. Quilt – pieced (must be a min. of 324” measured on the perimeter)
6. Quilt – crib (not larger than 200” perimeter)
7. Quilt – appliqued (must be a min. of 324” measured on the perimeter)
8. Quilt – not listed above

CLASS 138 – SECTION 9-22:  Machine Quilting

PRIZE MONEY:            1st = $20.00; 2nd = $15.00; 3rd = $10.00

9. Any style made by first time quilter (1st time quilters must have less than 2 years experience)
10. Patchwork
11. Appliqued
12. Single quilt – (greater than 24” less than 324” measured on the perimeter)
13. Quilted wall hanging – (w/sleeve greater than 160” less than 288” measured on the perimeter)
14. Piece of quilted clothing
15. Lap quilt – 40” x 60”
16. Quilt top only – (must be a min. of 324” measured on the perimeter)
17. 2 quilt sample blocks – 12 1/2” square not quilted
18. Childs preprinted panel
19. Youth quilt – (greater than 240” less than 324”)
20. Rag quilt
21. Quilt as you go – (method by which sandwiched quilt blocks are pre-sewn then sewn together to form a quilt)
22. Open other than mentioned above. Your choice of size.

 

CLASS 139: CROCHETED WORK

PRIZE MONEY:            1st = $8.00; 2nd = $6.00; 3rd = $4.00

Sections: 6, 11, 13, & 15          

Sample fabrics/yarns must be attached to each item, in bottom right hand corner.

Sections 1 to 5 – must not be larger than 48” x 60”

No ribbons or ties on baby items for judging

SECTION:

1. Afghan crocheted in strips
2. Afghan crocheted in one colour
3. Afghan crocheted in more than one colour
4. Afghan crocheted in squares
5. Afghan crocheted in one piece
6. Crocheted granny square afghan
7. Crocheted lap cover
8. Crocheted doll’s dress
9. Baby’s crocheted blanket ( min. 36” square)
10. Baby’s crocheted sweater and bonnet
11. Ladies crocheted pullover
12. Ladies crocheted cardigan
13. Ladies crocheted hat
14. Crocheted doll’s dress, on doll
15. 2 crocheted dishcloths – different designs
16. 1 pair pillowcases – crocheted edge
17. Crocheted doily – 9” to 12” mounted
18. Crocheted doily – 12” to 20” mounted
19. Crocheted rug
20. Crocheted cushion cover
21. Crocheted tea cozy on tea pot
22. Beginners only – afghan square not less than 12” x 12”
23. Open — any crocheted item not already listed

 

CLASS 140: KNITTED WORK

PRIZE MONEY:            1st = $8.00; 2nd = $6.00; 3rd = $4.00

Sections: 8, 15, 18, & 21

Sample fabrics/yarns must be attached to each item, in bottom right hand corner.

Sections 2 & 3 – must not be larger than 48” x 60”

No ribbons or ties on baby items for judging

SECTION:

1. Knitted doll’s dress
2. Afghan knitted in one colour
3. Afghan knitted in more than one colour
4. Baby knitted blanket (min. circumference 128”)
5. Baby’s knitted pant and top
6. Baby’s knitted dress
7. Baby’s knitted sweater and bonnet
8. Girl’s vest – knitted or crocheted
9. Child’s knitted cardigan up to size 6x
10. Child’s pullover up to size 6x
11. Child’s pullover – open
12. Child’s toque and mitt set.
13. Ladies knitted pullover
14. Ladies knitted cardigan
15. Man’s knitted socks – 1 pair
16. Knitted doll’s dress – on doll
17. Knitted stuffed animal
18. 2 knitted dishcloths – 2 different designs
19. 19 Open-any knitted work not previously listed in this class.
20. Knitted tea cozy on tea pot
21. Knitted purse/bag
22. Beginners only – 16 to 19 yrs – any knitted article

 

With your permission, items in sections 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12 will be donated to Rose of Sharon. Please mark entry tag “To Be Donated”. Many thanks.

CLASS 141: SEWN WORK, HOUSEHOLD LINENS

PRIZE MONEY:            1st = $8.00; 2nd = $6.00; 3rd = $4.00

Sample fabrics/yarns must be attached to each item.SECTION:

1. Shopping bag – sewn
2. Dresser scarf – embroidered
3. 1 pair pillowcases – cross-stitched
4. 1 pair pillowcases – embroidered
5. Open – Fair Theme
6. Halloween costume
7. Child’s sewn article of clothing
8. Child’s sewn sleep wear
9. Girl’s dress up to size 6x
10. Flannel pajama pants
11. Embroidered guest towel
12. Set of 2 fabric place mats
13. 2 fabric pot holders
14. Fabric cushion not less than 16” x 16”
15. Open – any article not mentioned above.

 

CLASS 142: MISCELLANEOUS

PRIZE MONEY:            1st = $8.00; 2nd = $6.00; 3rd = $4.00

Sample fabrics/yarns must be attached to each item.

 

SECTION:

1. Counted cross-stitch – framed, back-finished
2. Cross-stitch (not counted), framed, back-finished
3. Crewel, framed, back-finished
4. One item of felting
5. Braided rug
6. Hooked rug or wall hanging
7. Open cross-stitch work
8. Open – in Fair theme

 

CLASS 143: PRAYER/COMFORT SHAWL

Prayer shawls ideally are 5 feet long and 20-22 inches wide.

If a triangle, the horizontal points need to be 5 feet. Please use soft washable yarn in the pattern of your choice.

Shawls are given to anyone, hoping to receive comfort. Any questions you can reach out to Carol Lockie at 905-476-4445.

Please note Prayer shawls DO NOT require a fabric sample.PRIZE MONEY:   1st = $25.00; 2nd = $15.00; 3rd = $10.00

SECTION:

1. Knitted prayer shawl
2. Crochet prayer shawl

 

CLASS 144: FOR PERSONS 65 OR OLDER

PRIZE MONEY:            1st = $8.00; 2nd = $6.00; 3rd = $4.00

Sample fabrics/yarns must be attached to each item.

 

SECTION:

1. Pair child’s slippers
2. Pair adult slippers
3. Child’s knitted sweater
4. Baby quilt – 36” x 46” approx
5. Adult pullover – knitted
6. Child’s knitted vest
7. Afghan – knitted
8. Afghan – crocheted
9. Hat and mitt set – child’s
10. Hanging towel for fridge – sewn or crocheted
11. One pair adult socks
12. Your choice of any needlework not previously mentioned in this class

With your permission, items in sections 1, 3, 9 will be donated to Rose of Sharon. Please mark entry tag                                      “To Be Donated”. Many thanks.

 

CLASS 145: YOUTH (UP TO 16 YEARS OLD)

PRIZE MONEY:            1st = $10.00; 2nd = $5.00; 3rd = $3.00

SECTION:

1. Knitted Item – open
2. Crocheted Item – open
3. Sewn Item

 

CLASSES 146 to 149: CHARITABLE

All entries to be sent as donations to places indicated. Many thanks. Due to the nature of these classes, more than one entry is allowed in class 146, 147, 148, 149. Please indicate the item to be judged.

 

CLASS 146: MITTEN TREE

PRIZE MONEY:            1st = $7.00; 2nd = $5.00; 3rd = $3.00 for local shelters –

Knitted mittens in either child or adult size.

 

CLASS 147: LITTLEST ANGEL

 

PRIZE MONEY:            1st = $10.00; 2nd = $7.00; 3rd = $5.00

All entries in Sections 1 & 2 will be donated on your behalf to Rose of Sharon. (see brochures)

SECTION:

Please note all work shall be without ties attached. Thank-you

1. Hat and bootie set – knitted -size 3 to 6lbs. or size 5 to 8 lbs.
2. Hat and bootie set – crocheted – size 3 to lbs. or size 5 to 8 lbs.

 

CLASS 148: PROJECT LINUS BABY BLANKETS

“Project Linus” is a nationwide 100% volunteer organization whose goal is to provide handmade blankets to children facing substantial distress or trauma in their lives.

 

PRIZE MONEY:            1st = $10.00; 2nd = $7.00; 3rd = $5.00

 

Knitted or crocheted blanket, any of the following sizes (approximate):

1. Preemies – 15” x 24”
2. Newborn – 25” x 36”
3. Toddler – 36” x 45”
4. Youth – 40” x 60”

 

Any pattern is acceptable with any child appropriate colour. Blankets must be washable. No wool, please.

**NOTE: Please ensure that you attach your name and address to each blanket so that the volunteers can be thanked.

 

CLASS 149: LAP AFGANS

Knitted or crocheted afghans for In-Patient Cancer Unit, South Lake Simcoe Regional Health Centre.

Your choice of size.

 

PRIZE MONEY:            1st = $10.00; 2nd = $7.00; 3rd = $5.00