IMPORTANT DATES & RULES
Homecraft Rules
Please note that Homecraft Books will not be mailed unless requested. The Homecraft Book is available online at www.brooklinspringfair.com
1. Entry Forms may be submitted by:
- On-line, Complete Entry Forms below by selecting the Orange registration button.
- Mail Entry Forms to: Brooklin Spring Fair: Homecraft Entry Box 615 Brooklin, ON L1M 1B5
2. All Entries received by online entry, drop-off, or postmarked no later than Wednesday, May 8, 2024 will have their Exhibitor Tags mailed to them compliments of the Brooklin Spring Fair
3. The extended deadline is Sunday May 26 2024. Extended Entrants will receive tags when entries are delivered to the Fair (see #5 below). Tags must then be attached by the Entrant. No registrations will be accepted thereafter.
4. All entries must be submitted on the printed Entry Form provided in this prize list catalogue or in the format displayed on the website. Entry Forms can be photocopied if more space is required. Entry Forms must be dated and signed by the exhibitor.
5. Entry Tags must be AFFIXED to the article before drop-off. The Tag must be folded to conceal the exhibitor’s name.
6. Where indicated, samples (fabric, wool, etc) must be AFFIXED to the article before drop-off.
7. Entries are to be delivered to the Luther Vipond Arena (67 Winchester Rd. E.) either on
- Wednesday, May 29, 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm and /or
- Thursday, May 30, 8:00 am - 11:00 am.
THE ARENA DOORS WILL BE CLOSED AND LOCKED AT 11:00 AM SHARP.
8. All work must be that of the exhibitor.
9. All exhibitors must be amateurs.
10. All exhibits must not have been previously shown at the Brooklin Spring Fair and will not be judged as a result.
11. No person shall enter more than one article per Section unless otherwise noted.
12. Any questions pertaining to specific exhibits should be directed to the Class chairperson.
13. Items will be judged in accordance to the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies (OAAS) Judging Standards book or the Ontario Horticultural Judging Standards book.
14. Items entered will be judged at the Judge’s discretion based on merit and Judges are not obligated to award a 1st prize in any class.
15. The Homecraft display area will be closed to the public on Thursday, May 30 from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.
16. Entries will be on display from Thursday, May 30 at 6:00 pm until Sunday, June 2nd at 5:00 pm.
17. Homecraft display area will be closed to the public on Sunday, June 2nd from 5:00 - 6:00 pm.
18. While Homecraft is closed, exhibitors are asked to wait outside the exhibit area until display areas are made accessible.
19. Exhibits must be picked up on Sunday, June 2nd between 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm.
20. Claim numbers must be shown for release of exhibits.
21. Articles not claimed by 7:00 pm on Sunday, June 2nd will be discarded. If you are unable to pick up your exhibits please arrange for someone else to pick up. Please provide them with your claim tags.
22. The Society will not be responsible for any loss, damage to or accident to any person or property during the time of the Brooklin Spring Fair. Should any entry be accidentally damaged, lost or stolen, the Directors will give all the assistance in their power towards its recovery, but will not make any payment for the value thereof.
23. All prize money is donated by the Brooklin Spring Fair Agricultural Society unless otherwise stated.
24. Exhibitors, in classes where stated, with the most points in a Class will be awarded a prize of either money, a gift or a gift certificate. Points are awarded as follows:
- 1st prize = 4 points
- 2nd prize = 3 points
- 3rd prize = 2 points
- 4th prize = 1 point
If you require assistance with our online entry system, please contact us at homecraft@brooklinspringfair.com
Important Registrations Instructions for Groups and Teachers:
Teachers:
When entering your students please ensure you complete the following:
- Use the student's names/initials/unique identifier in the name box (so you know what amount of prize money is owed to each student)
- Use the SAME address for ALL students (This is the address your cheque will be mailed to)
- Under Farm, please indicate the name of your school and the name the cheque should be made out to.
Group Projects:
When entering a group project please ensure you complete the following:
- Enter the group’s name as the participant name
- For the address, use the address you want the prize cheque mailed to
- Under Farm, please indicate the name the cheque should be made out to
If you have any questions about Homecraft please send us an E-mail at homecraft@brooklinspringfair.com
To enter in the Homecraft section online please browse to your desired catagory, click the registration button and follow the steps in AssistExpo:
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Quilts and Quilting
General Class Rules:
- All entries must have a sample of fabric attached to the Entry Tag of at least 5.1 cm x 7.6 cm (2" x 3")
- Entries must be the work of the exhibitor within the last two years, clean and odour free.
- Colour, design, binding and construction will be judged.
- Articles to be exhibited are to be the work of amateurs only. We are defining an amateur as one who receives less than 25% of their income from the exhibited craft.
- Machine quilting refers to longarm or domestic machines. No computer driven programs.
- Hand quilting refers any combination except a group charging for the service.
- In the group quilting category, enter under one exhibitor’s name and indicate names of other group members on the back of the entry tag.
- If using a commercial pattern, the name of the pattern designer must be included on the tag to satisfy legal copyright issues.
Proudly sponsored by:
Gary Young
Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8
Any Style, Machine or Hand Quilted:
101. | Baby Quilt |
102. | Group Quilt |
103. | Quilted Table Runner or Table Topper |
104. | Quilted Bag or Purse |
105. | Unquilted Quilt Top |
106. | Quilted Pillow |
107. | Any Quilted Item that does not qualify in another section |
108. | First Time Quilter: A special category for new quilters who have not competed previously. A special prize of $20 will be awarded to the winner of this category. |
109. | Quilt that represents the Fair theme: "We've Got A Good Thing Growing" |
Machine Quilted:
111. | Bed Quilt (perimeter over 250") |
112. | Throw, Lap Quilt or Wall-hanging (perimeter under 250") |
Hand Quilted:
114. | Bed Quilt (perimeter over 250") |
115. | Throw, Lap Quilt or Wall-hanging (perimeter under 250") |
OAAS Machine & Hand Quilted Competition Rules
- The quilt must be solely made and quilted by the exhibitor.
- Quilts to be measured on the perimeter. Total perimeter measurement to be a minimum of 823 cm (324 inches). Note the quilt can be square, rectangular etc. All 4 sides must be measured to determine the perimeter measurement.
- The quilting must be through all 3 layers (top, batting and back) and not be mounted on a frame. The quilt may have a sleeve attached to the back for the purpose of hanging the quilt.
- The winning OAAS Machine & Hand Quilt will not be eligible to compete in any future OAAS fair, district and/or provincial competitions.
- It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to give credit to the original designer of the quilt pattern based on copyright rules.
- For Machine Quilted entries, the use of domestic, mid arm and/or long arm equipment is permitted on hand or computer guided machine quilt entries.
OAAS Machine & Hand Quilted Competition Judging Standards:
25 General Appearance & Design
20 Colour & Materials
55 Workmanship (30 Quilting, 10 Borders, 15 Binding and Picots)
OAAS Machine Quilt:
117. | OAAS Machine Quilt - Pieced or Appliqued, Machine Quilted Solely by Exhibitor. Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15 |
OAAS Hand Quilt - Pieced:
118. | OAAS Hand Quilt - Pieced, Hand Quilted Solely by Exhibitor Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15 |
OAAS Hand Quilt - Appliqued:
119. | OAAS Hand Quilt - Appliqued, Hand Quilted Solely by Exhibitor Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15 |
Knitting & Crocheting
General Class Rules:
- Wool samples of at least 10.2 cm (4”) long or fabric samples of 5.1 cm x 7.5 cm (2" x 3”) must be attached to the entry tag.
- All items are to be hand knit or crocheted, unless otherwise stated, clean and odour free.
- Articles may have been worn but must be cleaned before exhibited.
- All afghans must be a minimum of 101.6 cm x 152.4 cm (40" x 60”)
- Baby afghans must be a minimum of 61.0 cm x 91.4 cm (24" x 36”)
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Knitting:
201. | Knitted afghan minimum 45" x 54" |
202. | Knitted lap blanket, baby afghan or carriage cover |
203. | Knit socks |
204. | Knit adult head gear |
205. | Knit sweater - child or adult size |
206. | 2 knit dishcloths |
207. | Knit baby set - 2 pieces |
208. | Knit Mittens |
209. | Any other knit article - named |
Crocheting:
211. | Afghan - crocheted minimum 45" x 54" |
212. | Crocheted baby afghan or carriage cover |
213. | Crocheted slippers |
214. | Crocheted Head gear |
215. | Crochet toy for a child |
216. | Crochet baby set - 2-piece set |
217. | 2 crochet dishcloths |
218. | Doily or centrepiece - mounted |
219. | Crochet Granny square - your favourite pattern maximum 10"x10" |
220. | Any other Crochet article - named |
Specials:
Prize money donated by Jason McIntosh Auctions
Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10
225. | Knit Newborn Hat Knit a hat suitable for a newborn baby, no bigger than 34 cm circumference, using acrylic or acrylic blend only, light weight or worsted weight. No pom poms, buttons, or ties. All entries will be donated to the Knitting and Crochet for Community, Durham Region and Beyond and given to associated charities |
226. | Crochet Lap Blanket for Seniors Crochet a lap blanket suitable for a senior citizen. No bulky yarns – worsted weight or lighter. All items will be donated to the Knitting and Crochet for Community, Durham Region and Beyond to be given out to local seniors' homes and hospitals |
Sewing
General Class Rules:
1. All entries must have a sample of fabric attached to the Entry Tag of at least 5.1 cm x 7.6 cm (2" x 3")
2. Articles may have been worn but must be cleaned and odor free before being exhibited and may not be more than 2 years old.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Sections:
301. | Apron any style |
302. | Tote bag embellished with Fair Theme (embroidered, appliqué, painted) |
303. | Purse or Handbag or Backpack |
304. | Costume or Cosplay |
305. | Refashioned Masterpiece - A creation made from discarded items (i.e. Jeans, tees, sweatshirts, blankets) (attach picture of original item) |
306. | Sleepwear |
307. | Sewn Toy |
308. | Complete outfit (top & bottom or dress) |
309. | Any decor or household item (i.e., Oven mitts, table runner, cushion, etc.) |
Community Service Projects:
All projects in the community service section will become property of the Brooklin Spring Fair.
Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8
311. | Adult bib made from recycled button up or polo style collared shirt. Brooklin Spring Fair will donate bib to local assisted living organization. |
312. | Attractive Chemo Drawstring Bag, finished size 27.9 x 43.2cm (11" x 17") Bag to be filled by the Brooklin Agricultural Society with personal items such as tissues, hand sanitizer, puzzle book & pencil, unscented hand cream etc. for patient to take to chemo appointments. |
Household Items And Crafts
General Class Rules:
- Attach samples to the Entry Tag of at least 5.1 cm x 7.6 cm (2" x 3”) where indicated.
- Articles may have been worn but must be cleaned before being exhibited.
- No person shall enter more than one article in any one section.
- All exhibits must not have been previously shown at the Brooklin Spring Fair.
- All entries must be suitable for a family setting.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Christmas Corner:
401. | Christmas decoration (1) Handmade |
402. | Wrapped Christmas gift |
403. | Repurposed Christmas card, turn an old card into something new |
404. | Snowglobe, (1) handmade. |
Paper Crafting:
405. | One scrapbooking page, theme of your choice |
406. | Journaling, two journal pages displayed "open book" style |
407. | Greeting card and matching envelope, handmade |
Getting Creative Around the House:
408. | Gift basket, theme of your choice |
409. | Beach glass and or pebble art, framed |
410. | Stained glass item, maximum 15"x15" |
411. | Article of macrame |
412. | Woodworking, childs toy |
413. | Article of woodworking, not to exceed 20" in any direction |
414. | Original art piece, any media. Must be suitable for a family setting |
415. | Handmade wreath, spring design |
416. | Item carved from bar of soap or soapstone |
417. | Handmade welcome sign, with this year's Fair theme incorporated: "We've Got A Good Thing Growing" |
418. | Handmade jewelry item |
419. | Tie dyed shirt |
420. | Handmade hair accessory |
421. | Trash to treasure, something old made something new- attach a "before" image to entry tag. |
422. | Realistic pencil drawing, still life using graphite and / or charcoal |
423. | Hand painted rock |
424. | Artistic welded item |
425. | Wood burning design, on wood |
426. | Article made from scrap metal, not to exceed 20" in any direction |
427. | Holiday centrepiece, any holiday |
428. | Adult colouring page, coloured |
429. | Model built from kit or otherwise |
430. | Craft of your choice, not listed above |
Community Service Project:
All projects in the community service section will become property of the Brooklin Spring Fair.
490. | Fleece Lap Blanket, by individual or group (group must be named) Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8 |
Materials needed for Fleece Lap Blanket:
• Two pieces of fleece (minimum width 88.9 cm (35") and minimum length 101.6 cm. ‘ (40"), Creativity permitted.
Directions
1. With right sides together, sew a 1.3 cm (1/2 ") seam along the long sides of the blanket. Leave top and bottom edges open.
2. Turn blanket right side out and lay flat.
3. Place a strip of masking tape across the width of the blanket 15.24 cm (6") from the top and bottom edges to form fringe. Make sure to cut both layers of fleece.
4. Carefully remove tape and knot the top and bottom fringes together to stabilize layers.
5. If needed, stitch a 25.4-38.1 cm (10-15") square in center of blanket to further stabilize the layers.
Seniors 55+
General Class Rules:
- All sewing entries must have a sample of fabric attached to the Entry Tag of at least 5.1 cm x 7.6 cm (2" x 3")
- All knitting and crocheting entries Wool samples of at least 10.2 cm (4”) long or fabric samples of 5.1 cm x 7.5 cm (2" x 3”) must be attached to the entry tag
- Exhibitors must be 55+ years old
- All knitting and crocheting entries are to be hand knit or crocheted, unless otherwise stated, clean and odour free
- Articles may have been worn but must be cleaned before being exhibited.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Sections:
501. | Article of Sewing made for a Grandchild |
502. | Article of Quilting |
503. | Knit or Crocheted Winter Wear (i.e., Hat, Scarf, Mitts, Gloves) |
504. | Knit or Crocheted Dish Cloth |
505. | Knit or Crocheted Animal |
506. | Handmade Article for Kitchen (i.e. Tea Towel, Bun Warmer, Pot Holders) |
507. | A Small Landscape Painting (maximum 16" by 20"; oil, acrylic or watercolour) |
508. | A Decorative Centrepiece - Fair Theme |
509. | Decorated Basket |
510. | Handmade Decoration - Not Christmas |
Senior Photography:
1. See Class 1100 Photography for General Class Rules 2. Digital Photography Permitted
Prizes: 1st: $3, 2nd: $2, 3rd: $1
511. | Pet(s) |
512. | Farm Work |
513. | Humorous |
514. | Fair Theme |
75 Years & Over:
515. | Knitted Article |
516. | Crocheted Article |
517. | Any Handmade Decoration |
518. | 3 Muffins of Your Choice (One Kind) |
519. | 3 Chocolate Chip Cookies |
520. | 3 Peanut Butter Cookies |
521. | 3 Unbaked Cookies |
522. | Brownies - Not Iced (3 Squares) |
Specials:
523. | Sadie Hawkins Corsage From the high school dances of your youth, revive the art of corsages made from veggies. A similar challenge has been made to the current batch of high school students and it will be interesting to see who outdoes who!! Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8 |
Culinary Arts
General Class Rules:
- Cakes and loaves must be displayed on foil covered cardboard.
- Other items are to be displayed on a disposable plain white plate (Chinet acceptable).
- Entries must be covered with a CLEAR plastic bag or re-sealable bags.
- Entry tag must be attached to outside bag on the non-open end.
- NO WARM OR HOT FOOD!
- NO MIXES NOR MICROWAVING ALLOWED.
- All loaves must be cut vertically.
- No pie (or tart, cookie, or cake) filling shall come from a can.
- The Brooklin Spring Fair is not responsible for items consumed from the Culinary Arts Class.
- Please follow specific instructions for each section, if the Class Rules are not followed, the entry will not be judged.
- NO CANNABIS PLANTS/PRODUCTS OR EDIBLES MAY BE ENTERED IN ANY CATEGORY.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Yeast Breads, Biscuits, and Muffins:
In addition to the General Class Rules above: 1. Muffins (no paper liners) and biscuits may be displayed in 3s on disposable plates. 2. Items will not be judged on how it is displayed.
601. | ½ loaf yeast bread handmade - named |
602. | ½ loaf yeast bread machine - named |
603. | Buns, sweet - 3 - named |
604. | Biscuits, plain - 3 - named |
605. | Scones, savoury - 3 - named |
606. | Muffins, fruit - 3 - named |
607. | Flatbreads & unleavened breads - 2 - named |
608. | Sourdough - named - ½ loaf |
609. | Bagels, plain - 2 - named |
610. | 1/2 lemon loaf Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 Prize money donated by the Hill Family, In memory of Joyce Hill. |
611. | 1/2 any other fruit loaf not mentioned ½ fruit loaf not mentioned - named |
612. | Cornbread, named - ½ of 8x8 pan |
Cookies:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, 3 cookies displayed on a small disposable plate.
616. | Peanut butter cookies - 3 |
617. | Raisin oatmeal cookies - 3 |
618. | Shortbread cookies - 3 |
619. | Chocolate chip cookies - 3 |
620. | Any other cookie not mentioned - 3 |
Squares:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, 3 squares displayed on a small disposable plate.
621. | Brownies (not iced, no nuts) - 3 |
622. | Fruit bars - 3 |
623. | Blondies - 3 |
624. | Granola bars - 3 |
Cakes:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, 1/4 cake displayed on foil covered cardboard. The entry size should be 10.2 cm x 10.2 cm (4" x 4").
626. | Marbled Cake - not iced |
627. | Carrot Cake - not iced - no nuts |
628. | Coffee Cake |
629. | Angel Food Cake |
Pies and Tarts:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, 1/4 pie displayed on a small disposable plate, or one smaller pie halved.
631. | Cobbler - named |
632. | Crustless pie (also known as Impossible Pie) - named - use recipe below Crustless Pie (Impossible Pie) Recipe |
633. | Apple pie - double crust |
634. | Fruit pie, lattice top - double crust - named |
635. | Turnover - named - not iced - 2, one cut in half |
636. | Tarts - 3 - named |
637. | Butter Tarts - 3 - named |
Sweet Stuff:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, No nuts, 3 pieces placed on a small disposable plate unless otherwise noted.
641. | Fudge - 3 |
642. | Donuts - decorated in the Fair theme - 3 |
643. | Favourite candy - 3 |
644. | Nougat / toffee / taffy - named - 3 |
645. | Gummy / Jelly - named - 3 |
646. | Candied fruit - named - 3 |
647. | Popcorn, flavoured - named - 250 mL jar with lid |
Preserves:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, To be displayed in a sealed preserving jar, with 0.6 cm (1/4") headspace, No wax, 250 mL jars.
651. | BBQ Sauce - named, not spicy |
652. | Syrup, fruit - named |
653. | Salsa - named |
654. | Kombucha - named |
655. | Chili Sauce - named |
Jams and Jellies:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, To be displayed in a sealed preserving jar, with 0.6 cm (1/4") head space, No wax, , 250 mL jars.
661. | Marmalade |
662. | Strawberry Jam - cooked |
663. | Raspberry Jam - cooked |
664. | Fruit Jelly - named |
665. | Any other Jelly not listed - named |
666. | Jam, not listed - named |
Pickles:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, To be displayed in a sealed preserving jar, with 0.6 cm (1/4") head space, No wax.
671. | Sweet Pickles |
672. | Pickled Beets |
673. | Dill Pickles |
674. | Bread & Butter Pickles |
675. | Pickled vegetable - named |
676. | Antipasto - named |
677. | Relish - named |
Culinary Arts Specials
General Class Rules:
1. Maximum size of cakes 22.9 cm x 33.0 cm x 25.1 cm (9” x 13” x 10" tall) unless otherwise specified.
2. Displayed on foil covered cardboard or a purchased cake board.
3. Displays should be covered with plastic wrap or a ziploc bag.
Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8
Decorated Cakes:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, 1. May use an artificial or Styrofoam cake base. The 'cake' does not need to be edible 2. Sections 701, 702, and 703 (Decorated Cakes) judged on decoration only
701. | Fair themed cake |
702. | Decorated novelty cake, any theme |
703. | Decorated cake - other - named (including Fondant Fancies, Cake Pops, Cupcakes, Donuts, etc) |
Decorated Cookies:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, 1. Section 706-708 (Decorated Cookies) judged on decoration only
706. | Decorated sugar cookies - 3 - Fair theme |
707. | Decorated shortbread cookies - 3 - Fair theme |
708. | Decorated ginger cookies - 3 - any theme |
Flavoured Cake Special:
In addition to the Class Rules above, 1. Must follow provided recipe (below) 2. Display ¼ of the cake on a foil covered cardboard or a purchased cake board 3. Judged on taste and appearance of the cake itself, not on the icing or marzipan of the cake. Cake must be covered in white marzipan or white icing.
711. | Flavoured Cake Special: Battenberg Cake |
Battenberg Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
For almond sponge:
- 175g very soft butter
- 175g golden caster sugar
- 140g self-raising flour
- 50g ground almonds
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 3 medium eggs
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp almond extract
For pink sponge:
- 1 x ingredients for almond sponge
- Pink food colouring (we used ½ tsp Squires rose food paste)
To assemble
- 200g apricot jam
- 2 x blocks white marzipan OR white icing of choice (ie buttercream)
- Small amount of icing sugar for dusting
Method
- Heat oven to 180C and line the base and sides of a 8x8 square tin with baking parchment (the easiest way is to cross 2 x 20cm-long strips over the base). To make the almond sponge, put the butter, sugar, flour, ground almonds, baking powder, eggs, vanilla and almond extract in a large bowl. Beat with an electric whisk until the mix comes together smoothly. Scrape into the tin, spreading to the corners, and bake for 25-30 mins – when you poke in a skewer, it should come out clean. Cool in the tin for 10 mins, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling while you make the second sponge.
- For the pink sponge, line the tin as above. Mix all the ingredients together as above, but don’t add the almond extract. Fold in some pink food colouring. Then scrape it all into the tin and bake as before. Cool.
- To assemble, heat the jam in a small pan until runny, then sieve. Barely trim two opposite edges from the almond sponge, then well trim a third edge. Roughly measure the height of the sponge, then cutting from the well-trimmed edge, use a ruler to help you cut 4 slices each the same width as the sponge height. Discard or nibble leftover sponge. Repeat with pink cake.
- Take 2 x almond slices and 2 x pink slices and trim so they are all the same length. Roll out one marzipan block on a surface lightly dusted with icing sugar to just over 20cm wide, then keep rolling lengthways until the marzipan is roughly 0.5cm thick. Brush with apricot jam, then lay a pink and an almond slice side by side at one end of the marzipan, brushing jam in between to stick sponges, and leaving 4cm clear marzipan at the end. Brush more jam on top of the sponges, then sandwich remaining 2 slices on top, alternating colours to give a checkerboard effect. Trim the marzipan to the length of the cakes.
- IF USING ANOTHER ICING- Lay the 2 bottom slices on the cake tray/plate of choice, layer with apricot jam, add the 2 other slices, and ice the 3 exposed sides of the cake, omitting the outside apricot jam layer that would otherwise be between the cake and the marzipan.
- Carefully lift up the marzipan and smooth over the cake with your hands, but leave a small marzipan fold along the bottom edge before you stick it to the first side. Trim opposite side to match size of fold, then crimp edges using fingers and thumb (or, more simply, press with prongs of fork). If you like, mark the 10 slices using the prongs of a fork.
- Assemble second Battenberg and keep in an airtight box or well wrapped in cling film for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to a month.
Brooklin Spring Fair President's Special:
In addition to above Class Rules, 1. Cookies judged by the 2024 President, Nicole Scott 2. Must be 8 cookies displayed on a clean, sturdy plate (no paper plates) inside a clear plastic bag 3. Cookies are to be no larger than 2.5" (6.5 cm)
712. | Linzer cookies - Any shape, any flavour - named 2 cookies with a jam filling. Top cookie has a cut out shape that is a smaller version of the larger cookie shape. |
Pasta, Pretzels, and Potatoes:
1. Entries must be displayed on a clean disposable plate in a clear plastic bag 2. Section 716, pasta entries will be judged on form and consistency of shape only and not eaten - can be fresh or dried pasta 3. Sections 717, 718, and 719, pretzel and potato entries will be judged on taste, form, and consistency of shape
716. | Pasta, fresh or dried, any shape - 6 pieces of the same type of pasta |
717. | Pretzels - named - 2 pieces of the same kind of big doughy ones |
718. | Potato Candy using recipe provided |
Potato Candy Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup (105g) mashed potatoes
- ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, softened
- 6-7 cups (800-910g) powdered sugar, plus additional for dusting
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Creamy peanut butter for filling
Method
- Combine mashed potatoes, butter, and one cup of sugar in a large bowl and use an electric mixer to stir until combined.
- Add remaining sugar, 1 cup at a time and stirring until combined after each addition. Once you’ve added 6 cups of powdered sugar, check the consistency. If the dough is not moldable in your hands and can’t be rolled into a ball, continue to add sugar until it is firm.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (if you chill longer it may become too firm and brittle and will just need to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes until it is pliable).
- Once chilled, divide dough into two pieces and place one piece on a clean surface that you’ve generously dusted with powdered sugar. Dust the surface of the dough with additional sugar, and use a rolling pin to roll dough out into a rectangle about ¼” thick. If your dough is too sticky or falling apart, you may need to add more sugar, re-shape it into a ball, and start over.
- Once dough has been rolled into a 1/4 “ thick rectangle, spread evenly with peanut butter, leaving a small amount of space peanut butter-free around the perimeter of the dough.
- Starting with the longer side of your rectangle, gently but tightly roll into a log.
- Use a knife to slice into pieces about ¼-½” thick.
- Repeat steps 5-8 with remaining half of dough.
719. | Nuts and bolts, any flavour |
OAAS Butter Tarts Competition
In addition to the General Class Rules above,
1. Winner agrees to compete at District 4 level Annual Meeting in October 2024.
2. The winning tarts from District go on to the Provincial competition at the OAAS Annual Convention in Toronto, February 2025. Winner agrees to bake another batch using the same recipe for the OAAS competition.
3. Must be 6 full size tarts (no mini or bite size) on a clean sturdy plate (no paper plates) inside of a clear plastic bag.
4. Tarts must not contain fruit or nuts (i.e., no raisins, no pecans)
5. Entry must be solely made by the person entering competition (including pastry)
*Due to decisions outside of the Brooklin Agricultural Society’s control the District and Provincial (Convention) competitions may not proceed in 2024 and 2025. Competitors and winners will be advised if this occurs*
OAAS Butter Tarts Competition Judging Standards
20 General Appearance
40 Crust
40 Filling
721. | OAAS Butter Tarts |
Weird and Wacky
General Class Rules
1. Let your imagination run wild and have fun with it
2. Must enter the correct age category
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Adult 19 years & over:
801. | Adult 19 years & over - "Hilarious Hat" Decorate a hat to celebrate the Fair's theme. Must be able to wear. Not to exceed 76.2 cm (30 inches) in any diameter |
802. | Adult 19 years & over - "Fancy Footwear" Decorate a pair of shoes. Any theme. Must be able to put your feet inside |
803. | Adult 19 years & over - "Goofy Garden Gnome" Decorate a garden gnome. Any theme. Not to exceed 60.96 cm (24 inches) in any diameter |
804. | Adult 19 years & over - "Glorious Glasses" Decorate a pair of sunglasses. Any theme. Must be able to wear |
805. | Adult 19 years & over - "House of Happiness" Create and decorate a doll house out of small boxes such as shoeboxes or tissue boxes. Not to exceed 60.96 cm (24 inches) in any diameter |
Junior Talents 18 years & under:
806. | Junior Talents 18 years & under - "Hilarious Hat" Decorate a hat to celebrate the Fair's theme. Must be able to wear. Not to exceed 76.2 cm (30 inches) in any diameter |
807. | Junior Talents 18 years & under - "Fancy Footwear" Decorate a pair of shoes. Any theme. Must be able to put your feet inside |
808. | Junior Talents 18 years & under - "Goofy Garden Gnome" Decorate a garden gnome. Any theme. Not to exceed 60.96 cm (24 inches) in any diameter |
809. | Junior Talents 18 years & under - "Glorious Glasses" Decorate a pair of sunglasses. Any theme. Must be able to wear |
810. | Junior Talents 18 years & under - "House of Happiness" Create and decorate a doll house out of small boxes such as shoeboxes or tissue boxes. Not to exceed 60.96 cm (24 inches) in any diameter |
Special Needs
General Class Rules
1. This Class is open to anyone with an intellectual/physical/developmental disability.
2. Let your imagination run wild and have fun with it.
3. There is no age limit for this Class, but please enter the correct age category.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
(13 and under) Unassisted:
901. | Button art using buttons and glue, on 8 ½" x 11" paper |
902. | Beaded Necklace |
903. | Fingerprint painting of birds sitting on a wire |
904. | Make a vehicle out of Lego type blocks |
905. | Fair themed picture made from dried pasta |
906. | Smell Picture (make a picture using spices, drink crystals and glue) |
907. | Plant a bean seed in a red/blue SOLO-type cup. Decorate your cup |
(13 and under) Assisted:
911. | Create a picture with a potato cut in half as a stamp |
912. | Decorative garden stone |
913. | Repurpose a Pringles type can |
914. | Fair themed door decoration |
915. | Fair Theme poster 8.5" X 11" (any medium, paint, crayon, marker etc.) |
(Age 14 and over) Unassisted:
921. | Beaded necklace and bracelet set |
922. | Picture made from strings |
923. | Repurpose a Pringles type can |
(Age 14 and over) Assisted:
931. | Set of 4 matching coasters (your choice of materials) |
932. | Homemade bird feeder made from recycled pop bottle |
933. | Hand sewn and decorated Christmas stocking |
935. | Fair themed table centrepiece |
936. | Sock Puppet |
Photography
General Class Rules:
1. No photos downloaded from the internet
2. Photographer of photo cannot appear in photo - exception Class 1001
3. Photos are to be in colour & non-panoramic unless otherwise specified.
4. Photos must not be time delayed - exception Class 1001
5. Digital photographs permitted – no digital enhancement permitted.
6. A photo can be entered in only one category.
7. All photos must be appropriate for a family friendly display
8. All photos must be no larger than 5x 7, unless otherwise specified.
9. All pictures MUST be mounted on white Bristol board or cardstock with 1.3 cm (1/2”) border.
10. Exhibits not adhering to the above rules will not be judged.
Prizes: 1st: $3, 2nd: $2, 3rd: $1
Sections:
1001. | Black & White - Self Portrait |
1002. | Black & White - Landscape |
1003. | Black & White - Photographer's choice |
1004. | Black & White - Shadows |
1005. | Agriculture in Action |
1006. | New beginnings |
1007. | Brooklin blooms |
1008. | Group of people (3 or more) |
1009. | A picture depicting the fair theme. "We've Got A Good Thing Growing" |
1010. | Natural reflections |
1011. | Industrial reflections |
1012. | Made in Canada |
1013. | Brooklin Spring Fair Grounds |
1014. | In the Garden |
1015. | Special Event |
1016. | Picture with caption (no names) |
1017. | Silhouettes |
1018. | "What is it-" (no captions) |
1019. | Architectural details |
1020. | Photographer's choice (colour photo only) |
1021. | Stripes and curves |
1022. | Four Letter Word 4 photos mounted together of letters found in architecture/nature |
1023. | Fair Parade |
1024. | World Travel |
1025. | What's for dinner' A photo of a fancy meal |
1026. | Crop close up |
1027. | Family Ties |
1028. | Taking Flight |
1029. | Panorama (longest edge not to exceed 20 cm) |
Horticulture
General Class Rules:
- Houseplants should be exhibited in their growing pots only. They must have been in the possession and care of the exhibitor for at least three months.
- Exhibitors shall enter only one entry per section.
- Exhibitors must identify plants on the front of the entry tag where stipulated.
- All exhibits must not have been previously shown at the Brooklin Spring Fair.
- Purchased flowers (both artificial and real) may be used only for design arrangements where specified.
- All floral specimens must be displayed in clear, uncoloured containers.
- All vegetable specimens must be displayed on a paper plate, unless otherwise specified.
- All horticulture will be judged according to the Ontario Judging and Exhibition Standards for Horticulture and Floral Design, publication 34/2003
- No Cannabis plants/products or edibles may be entered in any category.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Flower Specimens, bulbs, corms, tubers:
1101. | Narcissus (daffodil), any type (one scape) |
1102. | Tulip, single, any colour (one bloom) |
1103. | Tulip, collection, any type, 3 different cultivars (3 blooms) |
1104. | Lilac, single, any colour, maximum length 24" (1 branch) |
1105. | Lilac, double, any colour, maximum length 24" (1 branch) |
1106. | Iris, any colour, height suitable for container (1 spike) |
1107. | Early blooms, any flower - must be identified |
Perennials:
1108. | Bleeding Heart (Dicentra), pink, maximum length 19" (1 stem) |
1109. | Columbine (Aquilegia), any colour (1 spray) |
1110. | Perennial, any other, must be identified ( 1 stem) |
Houseplants:
1111. | African Violet (Saintpaulia), standard, single crown (1 pot) |
1112. | Orchid, any colour (1 pot) |
1113. | Propagation, plant grown from cutting- must be identified (1 pot) Prize money for section 1113 sponsored by Canadian Citrus Company. |
1114. | Overwintered annual, annual plant grown indoors- must be identified (1 pot) |
Vegetables:
1115. | Asparagus, uniform in width and length, approx. 8" in length (3 stalks) |
1116. | Chives, bulb not to be shown (5 stems) |
1117. | Lettuce, any type- can be shown on damp paper towel, on plate (1 plant) |
1118. | Rhubarb, 1 cultivar, crisp, pulled out, cut tops 1 ½" into fan shape and tied (3 stalks) |
1119. | Vegetable started from seed indoors, any type, must be identified (1 pot) Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3 |
Design:
1120. | Interpretive design using fair theme. Accessories allowed. |
1121. | Candy Floss- design in a cone shaped container- not to exceed 9.8"x9.8" |
1122. | Terrarium, in glass container with succulent |
1123. | Display of pressed flowers on cardstock size 4" x 4" |
1124. | Carved radishes, 3 radishes carved into flowers - displayed on a plate |
OAAS Plain Chocolate Chips Cookie Competition
OAAS Plain Chocolate Chip Cookie Competition
1. Open to all youth up to age 15 years as of December 31, 2024.
2. All work on the entry must be completed by the exhibitor entering the competition.
3. Winner agrees to compete at District 4 level Annual Meeting in October 2024. The winning cookies from District 4 go on to the OAAS Annual Convention in Toronto, February 2025, with recipe attached.
4. By entering an OAAS competition, the exhibitor agrees to allow their name and exhibit to be part of any promotional activities related to the competition.
5. Must be 6 cookies displayed on a clean, sturdy plate (no paper plates) inside of a clear plastic bag.
6. No nuts.
Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8
Sections:
1201. | OAAS Plain Chocolate Chip Cookies, 6 |
OAAS Plain Chocolate Chip Cookie Competition Judging Standards
25 General Appearance
25 Internal Appearance and Texture
50 Flavour
Junior Talents
General Class Rules:
1. In fairness, all entries must be done by the child.
2. Child must enter in their appropriate grade category or UP.
3. Child’s name and grade must appear on the entry tag.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2
Preschool:
1361. | Sticker collage |
1362. | Paper bag puppet |
1363. | Animal made from handprint, on paper plate |
1364. | Farm coloring page |
1365. | Finger painting |
JK/SK:
1301. | Paper plate farm animal |
1302. | Coloured farm animal page - from colouring book Max. size 8 ½" x 11" |
1303. | Picture made using bingo dabbers. Max size 8 ½" x 11" |
1304. | Farm animal made from egg carton |
1305. | Draw a silly potato figure on paper |
1306. | Favourite stickers on paper plate |
1307. | Construction paper sunflower decorated with sunflower seeds |
1308. | Decorated rock |
1309. | Puppet made from paper bag |
Grade 1-2:
1311. | Create a handmade bracelet |
1312. | Crayon self portrait. Max size 8 ½" x 11" |
1313. | Perler bead creation |
1314. | Playdoh farm animal |
1315. | Create an article of weaving using scrap material |
1316. | Design on paper the stages / life of a caterpillar |
1317. | Clothes pin animal |
1318. | Make a musical instrument using recycled material and / or scraps |
1319. | Homemade playdough in a sealable jar |
Grade 3-4:
1321. | Create a homemade birthday card |
1322. | Create a homemade bracelet |
1323. | Create a sensory glitter jar in a leakproof container / jar |
1324. | Design a Brooklin Spring Fair Badge or Crest. Colour or black and white must not be computer generated Max size 8 ½" x 11" |
1325. | Embellished first initial, mounted on paper. Max size 8 ½" x 11" |
1326. | Origami item |
1327. | Fair scene made of Lego type blocks - displayed in a shallow box. Max size 12" x 16" |
1328. | Print by hand the words of our anthem "O Canada" |
Grade 5-6:
1331. | Homemade bath bomb |
1332. | Create a homemade jewelry item |
1333. | Make your own slime, must be in a leak-proof container |
1334. | Fair scene made of Lego type blocks - displayed in a shallow box. Max size 12" x 16" |
1335. | Design three custom jibbitz for Croc type shoes, on paper |
1336. | Item made from duct tape |
1337. | Design a marble track using straws. Max size 24 x 24" |
1338. | Homemade sticker |
Grade 7-8:
1341. | Item made from duct tape |
1342. | Resin creation |
1343. | Design a fair scene with any material, in a cardboard box. Max size 14" x 14" |
1344. | Fair food made of polymer clay |
1345. | "Gifts in a jar", non-food items displayed in a 1L (1 quart) size jar |
1346. | Make your own slime, must be in a leak-proof container |
1347. | Homemade soap, 1 bar |
1348. | Create a miniature catapult. Max size 14" x 14" |
1349. | Design three custom jibbitz for Croc type shoes, on paper |
Up and Coming Artists
Rules
- Must be original art created by the exhibitor
- No paint by numbers
- All subjects must be family friendly
Grade 1-2:
1351. | Any subject - Crayon |
Grade 3-4:
1353. | Any subject - Coloured pencil |
Grade 5-6:
1355. | Any subject - Acrylic paint and/or paint markers |
1356. | Any subject - Media of choice |
Grade 7-8:
1357. | Any subject - Graphite and/or charcoal |
1358. | Any subject - Media of choice |
Youth Poster Competitions
OAAS Youth Poster Competition Rules:
1. Child must enter in their appropriate grade category.
2. Child’s name and grade must appear on the entry tag.
3. In fairness, all entries must be done by the child.
4. Theme: “Promoting the Brooklin Spring Fair”.
5. Must be an original hand drawn design.
6. Size minimum 22 cm x 28 cm (8.6” x 11.02”) to maximum of 28 cm x 44 cm (11.02” x 17.32”) without border.
7. Entry must be centered on a cardstock or Bristol board exposing approximately a 5.5 cm (2.16”) border on all four sides.
8. The winning poster from this class will be eligible to enter the District 4 competition in October 2023. District winners will be eligible to enter the Provincial competition at the February 2024 Ontario Associate of Agricultural Societies Convention.
9. Exhibits not adhering to the above rules will not be judged.
Judging Standards for OAAS Youth Poster Competition (All Sections):
50 Overall Appearance
35 Creativity and Design
15 OAAS Criteria (size, material, theme, hand drawn)
Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8
Youth Poster: OAAS Junior Poster:
In addition to the general Class Rules above, 1. Open to children up to and including grade 4
1401. | Create a poster. Theme: "Promoting the Brooklin Spring Fair" |
Youth Poster: OAAS Intermediate Poster:
In addition to the general Class Rules above, 1. Open to children in grades 5 to 8 inclusive
1402. | Create a poster. Theme: "Promoting the Brooklin Spring Fair" |
Youth Poster: OAAS Senior Poster:
In addition to the general Class Rules above, 1. Open to children in grades 9 to 12 inclusive
1403. | Create a poster. Theme: "Promoting the Brooklin Spring Fair" |
Road Watch Youth Poster Competition Rules:
- Child must enter in their appropriate grade category.
- Child’s name and grade must appear on the entry tag.
- In fairness, all entries must be done by the child.
- Must be an original hand drawn design.
- Size minimum 22 cm x 28 cm (8.6” x 11.02”) to maximum of 28 cm x 44 cm (11.02” x 17.32”) without border.
- Entry must be centered on a cardstock or Bristol board exposing approximately a 5.5 cm (2.16”) border on all four sides.
- Exhibits not adhering to the above rules will not be judged.
Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8
Prize money donated by Whitby Road Watch
Judging Standards for all Road Watch Youth Poster Competitions (all Sections):
50 Overall Appearance
35 Creativity and Design
15 Following Criteria (size, material, theme, hand drawn)
Youth Poster: Road Watch Junior Poster:
In addition to the general Class Rules above, 1. Open to children up to and including grade 4.
1406. | Create a poster. Theme: "Obey the Crossing Guard" |
Youth Poster: Road Watch Intermediate Poster:
In addition to the general Class Rules above, 1. Open to children in grades 5 to 8 inclusive.
1407. | Create a poster. Theme: "Stop for the School Bus" |
Youth Poster: Road Watch Senior Poster:
In addition to the general Class Rules above, 1. Open to children in grades 9 to 12 inclusive.
1408. | Create a poster. Theme: "Buckle up for safety" |
Junior Photography
General Class Rules:
1. Pictures must be taken by exhibitor and entered in the correct age category.
2. No photos downloaded from the internet.
3. Photographer of photo cannot appear in photo - exception Class 1512.
4. Photos are to be in colour & non-panoramic unless otherwise specified.
5. Photos must not be time delayed - exception Class 1512.
6. Digital photographs permitted – no digital enhancement permitted.
7. No person may enter more than one article in any one section. A photo can be entered in only one category.
8. All photos must be appropriate for a family friendly display.
9. All pictures MUST be mounted on white Bristol board or cardstock with 1.3 cm (1/2”) border.
10. Exhibits not adhering to the above rules will not be judged.
Prizes: 1st: $3, 2nd: $2, 3rd: $1
Grade 6 and Under:
1501. | Grade 6 and under: Farming |
1502. | Grade 6 and under: 1 - Small pet dog |
1503. | Grade 6 and under: 1 - Large pet dog |
1504. | Grade 6 and under: 1 - Pet cat |
1505. | Grade 6 and under: 1 - Other pet |
1506. | Grade 6 and under: My Backyard |
1507. | Grade 6 and under: Buddies |
1508. | Grade 6 and under: Fair Fun |
1509. | Grade 6 and under: Bugs! |
Grade 7-12:
1510. | My Hero |
1511. | Old Graffiti |
1512. | A Selfie |
1513. | Sporting Event |
1514. | Rainstorm |
1515. | What is it- (No Caption) |
1516. | Your Dream Car |
1517. | Any Brooklin Street sign |
1518. | Photographer's Choice (Colour photo only) |
1519. | Finding My Favourite Colour |
1520. | Photographer's Choice |
Junior Horticulture
General Class Rules
- Houseplants should be exhibited in their growing pots only. They must have been in the possession and care of the exhibitor for at least three months.
- All Exhibitors must be 18 years old or under at the time of the Fair.
- Exhibitors shall enter only one entry per section.
- Exhibitors must identify plants on the front of the entry tag where stipulated.
- All exhibits must not have been previously shown at the Brooklin Spring Fair.
- Purchased flowers (both artificial and real) may be used only for design arrangements where specified.
- All floral specimens must be displayed in clear, uncoloured containers.
- All vegetable specimens must be displayed on a paper plate, unless otherwise specified.
- All horticulture will be judged according to the Ontario Judging and Exhibition Standards for Horticulture and Floral Design, publication 34/2003
- No Cannabis plants/products or edibles may be entered in any category.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2
Flower Specimens, bulbs, corms, tubers:
1601. | Iris, any type, any colour (1 bloom) |
1602. | Lily of The Valley, blooms with some foliage (3 stems) |
1603. | Narcissus, (daffodil), any type (1 scape) |
1604. | Tulip, single, any colour (1 bloom) |
Houseplants:
1605. | Plant grown for foliage, must be identified (1 pot) |
Vegetables:
1606. | Rhubarb, 1 cultiver, pulled out, tops cut 1 ½ ", in fan shape, tied and presented on plate. |
1607. | Any other vegetable, identified, presented on plate |
Just for Fun Amateur Horticulture Corner - Design:
1611. | Fair theme arrangement using fresh flowers, accessories allowed |
1612. | Crazy Critter, crazy shaped fruit or vegetable, decorated to create strange creature, displayed on plate |
1613. | Mini greenhouse ecosystem in a mason jar Prize money for section 1613 sponsored by Canadian Citrus Company. |
1614. | Carved potato stamp, displayed on small plate with sample stamping |
1615. | Wildflower seed bombs, 3- presented on small plate |
1616. | Fairy house terrarium, in a glass container, containing at least 1 plant |
1617. | Pressed Flower Clay Ornament |
1618. | Rainboot filled with Artificial Flower Arrangement, accessories allowed. |
1619. | Design a Pollinator Garden on paper, drawn by hand |
JK/SK:
1621. | If I could be a vegetable, I would be a … pick a vegetable and make it you by adding a super silly face. |
1622. | 3 yellow or green bean seeds placed on a piece of damp cotton batten in a resealable plastic bag |
Grade 1-2:
1623. | Create a "grass head" using nylons, soil and grass seed presented in a cup |
1624. | 3 yellow or green bean seeds placed on a piece of damp cotton batten in a resealable plastic bag |
Grade 3-4:
1625. | Build a Sponge Grass House using household sponges and grass seed |
1626. | A vegetable or fruit rooted in a glass container, water only |
Grade 5-6:
1627. | Grow a tomato plant, upside down in a clear plastic bottle, with strings to hang |
1628. | A cowboy hat filled with artificial spring flowers, accessories allowed |
Junior Sewing
General Class Rules:
- All entries from Class 1700 must have a sample of fabric attached to the Entry Tag of at least 5.1 cm x 7.6cm (2" x 3")
- All Exhibitors must be 18 years old or under at the time of the Fair.
- Articles may have been worn but must be cleaned and odor free before being exhibited and may not be more than 2 years old.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2
Sections:
1701. | Pet wear (ie bandana, coat, collar, costume) |
1702. | Embellished Christmas stocking |
1703. | Hair accessory (ie scrunchie, bow, headband) |
1704. | Quilted pillow or cushion |
1705. | Tote bag embellished in Fair Theme (ie embroidered, quilted, applique, painted) |
1706. | Refashioned Masterpiece - A creation made from discarded items ie jeans, tees, sweatshirts, blankets (attach picture of original item) |
Junior Sewing Community Service Projects
The Laundry Bags will become property of the Brooklin Spring Fair. Laundry Bags will be donated to a local cancer treatment centre.
Materials needed for Laundry Bag:
• Cotton fabric, two pieces 45.7x61.0 cm (18 x 24")
• Cord, 2 pieces measuring 101.6 cm (40") in length
Directions
1. With right sides of fabric facing, using a 0.6 cm (1/4") seam allowance, stitch along the bottom edge, and the 2 long sides, stopping 3.8 cm (1 1/2") from the top from edge.
2. Fold over the top edge by 1.9 cm (3/4"). Then fold over again.
3. Stitch along the top edge to secure the folded edge.
4. Turn the laundry bag out the right way.
5. Thread the cord through the left side through the channel and around the opening of the bag, exiting from the left side.
6. Repeat on the right side. Tie the ends of the cord together.
7. Creativity permitted.
1711. | 18 years and Under - One Attractive Laundry Bag finished size 43.2x55.9cm (17"x22") Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4, 4th: $3 |
Young Adults - Grades 9-12
Young Adults – Grades 9 - 12
General Class Rules:
1. Exhibitor’s name and grade must appear on the entry tag.
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5
Sections:
1801. | Design a magazine cover, must not be computer generated |
1802. | String art (base must be wood and nails) Max size 12" x 14" |
1803. | Hand drawn graffiti. Max size 8 1/2 " x 11" |
1804. | Design a skate or BMX park inside a shoe box. Max size 14" x 14" |
1805. | Design a vision board, theme "who am I?". Must be family friendly. Max size 24" x 24" |
1806. | Original poem handwritten in calligraphy |
1807. | Article of woodworking |
1808. | Printmaking - Print made from hand carved lino block or wood block |
1809. | Item made from duct tape |
1810. | Handmade item that could be sold at a craft show - Must be family friendly |
1811. | Tie-dyed article |
Up and Coming Artists
Rules
- Must be original art created by the exhibitor
- No paint by numbers
- All subjects must be family friendly
Grade 9-12:
1813. | Any subject - Watercolour |
1814. | Any subject - Graphite and/or charcoal |
1815. | Any subject - Acrylic paint and/or paint markers |
1816. | Any subject - Media of choice |
Specials:
Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8
1821. | Poem about Heroes Prize money for section 1821 sponsored by Mayor Elizabeth Roy. |
1822. | Sadie Hawkins Corsage From the high school dances of the past, revive the art of corsages made from veggies. A similar challenge has been made to the Exhibitors in the Class 500: Seniors and it will be interesting to see who outdoes who!! |
Junior Culinary Arts
Junior Culinary
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2
Sections:
1901. | Rice Krispy squares, any kind, 3 squares |
1902. | Peanut butter cookies, 3 cookies |
1903. | Dirt dessert, in 2 clear plastic cups |
1904. | Banana muffins, 3 muffins |
1905. | 1/4 cake from any mix, 2 layers with filling |
1906. | Mug brownie, 1 mug - judged on taste |
1907. | Cupcakes from any mix, 3 cupcakes, no icing |
1908. | Candy kabob - decorated - 2 kebob skewers - judged on appearance alone |
1909. | Decorated cookies - homemade - named, 3 cookies in Fair theme |
1910. | No-bake cookies or squares - 3 |
1911. | Decorated bagel |
1912. | Confetti squares- 3 |
1913. | Decorated cupcakes, 3 cupcakes Judged on appearance only |
1914. | Decorated novelty cake |
GROUP COOKIE/SQUARE COMPETITION RULES
1. Entries must be entered by a group of 3 or more individuals, such as a school, club, family etc.
2. Include contact name and total number of participants.
1921. | Group - Chocolate chip cookies, 3 cookies Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
1922. | Group - Any squares, 3 squares |
1923. | Group - Decorated sweet treat, named, 3 pieces (bars, pops, cupcakes, etc) Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
1924. | Group - Other cookies not listed, named, 3 cookies Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |