2026 GCF Exhibit Book.docx

Gwinnett County Fair

Adult & Youth Exhibits

September 17-27, 2026

Rules & Exhibit Categories

Entries Due: Saturday, September 12, 2026

9am-5:00pm

Pre-Registration Deadline: September 5th @ 12:00 (noon)

Table of Contents

Registration 3

Rules 4

Rules for Framed Work 5

Adult Division 1: N/A (for Official Fair Use Only) 6

Adult Division 2 : Food Preservation 6

Adult Division 3: Clothing 7

Adult Division 4: Needlework 7

Adult Division 5: Crafts 9

Adult Division 6: Holiday House 10

Adult Division 7: Artwork 10

Adult Division 8: Photography 11

Adult Division 9: Decorated Clothing 12

Adult Division 10: Recycling and/or Repurpose 12

Adult Division 11: Contemporary ArtCraft 13

Youth Division 12: Food Preservation 14

Youth Division 13: Clothing 14

Youth Division 14: Needlework 15

Youth Division 15: Crafts 16

Youth Division 16: Holiday House 18

Youth Division 17: Artwork 19

Youth Division 18: Photography 20

Youth Division 19: Decorated Clothing 23

Youth Division 20: Recycling and/or Repurpose 24

Registration

For individual exhibitors, pre-registration is not required, but it is recommended for faster processing and greater convenience on Take-In Day. Should you be unable to pre-register by the date shown below, we look forward to seeing you at the fairgrounds on Take-In Day—your registration can be completed then.

Pre-registration deadline:

Saturday, September 5th, 2026 at 12:00 pm (noon)

If you cannot pre-register online, you may mail, email or bring your registration form to:

Mail: Joy Pardee

2337 Amber Woods Drive

Snellville, GA 30078

Email: joypardee1@gmail.com

Bring: Gwinnett County Fair

2405 Sugarloaf Parkway

Lawrenceville, GA 30045

Fair Office hours: 8:00am—5:00pm

Please refer all questions concerning exhibits to Joy Pardee: 770-317-8727 (text or call)

Exhibit Take-In

Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 9:00am—5:00pm

(All entries must be brought to the fairgrounds at this time.)

(NO EXCEPTIONS)

Exhibit Pick-Up

Tuesday September 29, 2026 from 9:00am—5:00pm

*NEW-one day only for Exhibit Pick-up

Please enter the fairgrounds at Gate # 1 off Davis Road for Take-In and Pick-Up

Rules
Please verify/check your class numbers.

IMPORTANT: All exhibits must be the work of an amateur exhibitor. Each item exhibited must have been completed since September of the previous year and not exhibited in any previous Gwinnett County Fairs.
All exhibit items must be clean, in good repair, and completely finished. All instructions under specific divisions must be carefully followed or the item will be disqualified from judging.
Before Take-In Day, each item exhibited must be labeled legibly and securely with the exhibitor's name, email address, and telephone number.
An Exhibitor may enter an unlimited number of items for most divisions*Exhibitors may enter only one item per class. –*There is a limit of 6 entries per exhibitor for Division 8 Photography
When the same item qualifies for more than one class, the exhibitor (you) will choose which class to enter. Items that legitimately qualify for a specific class or are duplicates in a class cannot be entered in the division’s miscellaneous class. The miscellaneous class is only for items that cannot be otherwise classified.
Judges will consider appropriate criteria for each division, based upon recognized standards of quality, skill and workmanship.
Premium money will be paid from the judge’s record sheets and not from ribbons or stickers attached to exhibit items. Premiums will be paid as follows:

1st place: $ 10 (Blue ribbon, earns 3 points)
2nd place: $ 7 (Red ribbon, earns 2 points)
3rd place: $ 5 (White ribbon, earns 1 point)

Premiums will be paid at pick-up.
One overall winner in both Youth and Adult categories will be presented with a certificate and a check for an additional $50. To qualify, the exhibitor:

must enter items in at least three divisions, and
must earn 14 or more ribbon points.

Past overall winners in both Youth and Adult categories may exhibit but will not be eligible for the overall award for two years following the winning year.
The GCL & FA, Inc. (dba; Gwinnett County Fair) and its officials, and agents are not responsible for lost, damaged, or unclaimed items.

We do not recommend exhibiting treasured items

Rules for Framed Work

Frames cannot be wider than two inches.
The work/picture inside the frame cannot be larger than 11 inches by 14 inches.
Overall framed work cannot be larger than 15 inches by 18 inches.
Artwork on stretched canvas, tole painting, and folk art need not be framed, but must not exceed 18 inches by 24 inches.

Adult Division 1: Not Applicable

(For Fair Use Only)

Adult Division 2: Food Preservation

All entries must have been preserved since September of the previous year.
Canned entries must be in clean clear (uncolored) jars, with sealed lids and rings attached. To qualify for judging, canned items must be clearly labeled with the following information:

Processing method used (water bath or pressure canning)
Date of processing
Processing time used (if using altitude canning recommendations, please indicate)

Items will be disqualified if not labeled correctly.
Dehydrated foods must be placed in unsealed canning jars with lids and rings attached.
The book “So Easy to Preserve” is used as the official guideline during judging to determine if an entry has been properly prepared and processed. Its use is strongly recommended for all food preservation projects. “So Easy to Preserve” can be purchased at the Gwinnett Extension Service office.

200	Beans-Green - 1 quart or 1 pint
201	Tomatoes-Pieces - 1 quart or 1 pint
202	Tomatoes-Stewed - 1 quart or 1 pint
203	Tomatoes-Whole - 1 quart or 1 pint
204	Tomatoes-Other - 1 quart or 1 pint
205	Salsa-Tomato based - 1 quart or 1 pint
206	Vegetables - 1 quart or 1 pint
207	Soup - 1 quart or 1 pint
208	Fruit-Applesauce - 1 quart or 1 pint
209	Fruit-Peaches - 1 quart or 1 pint
210	Fruit-Pears - 1 quart or 1 pint
211	Jelly-Apple - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
212	Jelly-Grape - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
213	Jelly-Muscadine/Scuppernong - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
214	Jelly-Other - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
215	Jam-Berry - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
216	Jam-Grape - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
217	Jam-Muscadine/Scuppernong - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
218	Jam-Other - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
219	Preserves-Berry - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
220	Preserves-Fig - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
221	Preserves-Peach - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
222	Preserves-Pear - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
223	Marmalade - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
224	Conserves - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
225	Fruit Butter - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
226	Cucumber Pickles-Bread & Butter - 1 quart or 1 pint
227	Cucumber Pickles-Dill - 1 quart or 1 pint
228	Cucumber Pickles-Sweet - 1 quart or 1 pint
229	Vegetable Pickles-Green Tomatoes - 1 quart or 1 pint
230	Vegetable Pickles-Pepper - 1 quart or 1 pint
231	Vegetable Pickles-Other - 1 quart or 1 pint
232	Relish-Pepper based - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
233	Relish-Tomato based - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
234	Relish-Other - 1 pint or 1/2 pint
235	Dehydrated Foods-Fruit, Vegetables, Meats, Jerky - 1 quart, 1 pint, or 1/2 pint
236	Miscellaneous-Not classified above

Adult Division 3: Clothing

Adult Clothing must be clean and on a hanger. Items must be made and machine stitched by individual, not purchased. No needlework (knitted or crocheted) clothing in this category. Clothing will be judged on pattern/fabric combination, layout (grainline), construction (stitching, finish, trim, pressed), overall appearance.

300	Adult Skirt or Slacks
301	Adult Blouse
302	Adult Dress-Casual
303	Adult "After 5"
304	Adult Multiple Piece Outfit
305	Adult Apron
306	Adult Handmade Garment-Hand decorated
307	Adult Special Use-Costume, Uniform, Holiday
308	Adult Accessories-Collar, Scarf, Pocket stuffer, Etc
309	Adult Miscellaneous-Adult clothing not classified above
310	Children's Dress
311	Child's Special Occasion Dress-Beauty pageant, Flower girl, Etc
312	Children's Skirt or Pants
313	Children's Jumper or Jumpsuit
314	Children's Sleepwear
315	Children's Multiple Piece Outfit
316	Children's-Special Use-Costume or Swimsuit
317	Children's Smocked Garment
318	Doll Clothes-Must be off doll and in a clear plastic bag
319	Children's Miscellaneous-Children's clothing not classified above
NEW 320	Mixed media clothing (must be machine stitched)

Adult Division 4: Needlework

These items must have hand stitching. Needlework must be in a final form for use. Pictures must be framed. See page five (5) for dimensions and rules. Classes 438 – 448 should be hand-work and not done by machine. Wall hangings must have fasteners or a dowel for hanging, Multi-piece crafts must be mounted or appropriately attached for display. No penciled or printed guidelines should be visible. Items not meeting these criteria will be disqualified. Judges will consider uniformity of stitches, absence of visible knots or loose threads, detail, appropriateness of materials, and visual appeal.

400	Counted Cross Stitch-Framed-18-22 thread count
401	Counted Cross Stitch-Framed-14 & 16 thread count
402	Counted Cross Stitch-Framed-11 thread count
403	Counted Cross Stitch-Small Accessories
404	Counted Cross Stitch-Kitchen Accessories
405	Counted Cross Stitch-Stamped Pattern
406	Counted Cross Stitch-Miscellaneous or Miniatures
407	Crocheted-Clothes-Child or Infant
408	Crocheted-Work-Coarse (Yarn as defined on skein label)
409	Crocheted-Work-Fine (Yarn as defined on skein label)
410	Crocheted-Work-Medium (Yarn as defined on skein label)
411	Crocheted-Tablecloth
412	Crocheted-Afghan-Large
413	Crocheted-Afghan-Baby
414	Crocheted-Toys
415	Crocheted-Kitchen Items
416	Crocheted-Accessories, Miscellaneous, or Miniatures-Cap/bonnet, booties, mittens, scarf, etc
417	Mixed media crochet - (clothing)
418	Embroidery-Repurposed-old item made into new item (photo of original item if possible)
419	Embroidery-Stamped
420	Embroidery-Stamped Cross-stitch
421	Embroidery-Pillowcases (set of 2)
422	Embroidery-Wall-hanging
423	Embroidery-Miscellaneous or Miniatures
424	Knitted-Afghan-Large
425	Knitted-Afghan-Baby
426	Knitted-Clothes-Child or Infant
427	Knitted-Sweater
428	Knitted-Shawl
429	Knitted-Vest or Poncho
430	Knitted-Scarf or Cowl
431	Knitted-Toys
432	Knitted-Kitchen Items
433	Knitted-Accessories, Miscellaneous, Miniatures-Cap/bonnet, mittens, booties/socks, etc
434	Crewel-Framed items
435	Needlepoint-Needlepoint-Framed
436	Needlepoint-Plastic canvas-Tissue box cover
437	Needlepoint-Plastic canvas-Other
438	Needlework-Latch hook-rug
439	Needlework-Pillowcases (set of 2)
440	Needlework-Bedspread
NEW 441	Needlework-clothing (crochet)
NEW 442	Needlework- clothing (knitted)
443	Needlework-Kitchen Placemats (set of 2)
444	Needlework-Kitchen Accessories
445	Needlework-Wall Hanging
446	Needlework-Stuffed doll-single
447	Needlework-Stuffed original
448	Needlework-Stuffed Item-Decorative
449	Needlework-Stuffed Animal
450	Needlework-Miscellaneous or Miniature
451	Quilt-Machine pieced, Machine quilted
452	Quilt-Machine stitched, Hand quilted
453	Quilt-Totally Handmade
454	Quilt-Handmade, machine accents (applique, binding)
455	Quilt - Hand pieced, Machine quilted
456	Quilt-First Quilt
457	Quilt-Pre-Printed, Original
458	Quilt-Pre-Printed, Hand quilted
459	Quilt-Cathedral Window
460	Quilt-Other
461	Quilt-Baby-Embroidery
462	Quilt-Baby-Original design
463	Quilted Wall-Hanging
464	Quilted Kitchen Item
465	Quilted - Miscellaneous or Miniature - Pillow, etc
466	Machine Work - Counted Cross Stitch
467	Machine Work - Wall Hanging

Adult Division 5: Crafts

This division does not include stitched items. Multi-piece items must be mounted for display. We cannot accept exhibits larger than 2 cubic feet (24 inches by 12 inches). Judges will consider originality, technique, composition, difficulty, and overall visual appeal. Models must be mounted securely to avoid breakage. See page # 5 for rules on framed entries. Some of the previous Craft items have been moved to Contemporary Artwork. *There are 2 new Craft items this year.

500	Model-Vehicle (plastic or lego)
501	Model-Other (plastic or lego)
502	Flower Arrangement-Wall
503	Flower Arrangement-Table Centerpiece
504	Flower Arrangement-Special Occasions (weddings, anniversary, birthday, 4th of July)
505	Soapmaking-Melt and Pour Process
506	Soapmaking-Cold Process
507	Non-Fabric Wreath-Vine, Straw, or Non-Holiday
508	Fabric/Ribbon Wreath - Non-Holiday
509	Wall-Hanging-Non-Holiday-Non-Needlework
510	Paper Crafts - Greeting Cards, Other Decorations
511	Egg Art
512	Basket Weaving-Original - Large
513	Basket Weaving-Original - Small
514	Embossing-Rubber stamp art
515	Folded Paper art
516	Miniatures-Miscellaneous paper, plastic, ceramic,
517	Wearable Art-Hair bows, Decorated hat, Decorated shoes, Purse or tote bag
518	Scrapbook/Memory Book, Paper-(Must be a complete book)
519	Miscellaneous craft not listed above

Adult Division 6: Holiday House

ALL holiday related items must be entered in “Holiday House” with the exception of ceramics and artwork. Classes 600 through 607 are Christmas Decorations only. ALL other classes can be any annual holidays: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Easter, Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s, Americana (to include: Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Flag Day) New Year’s Day.

The overall dimensions of entries cannot be any larger than 2 cubic feet – (24 inches by 12 inches by 12 inches). For dimensions of framed entries see page # 5.

600	Holiday House-Christmas Tree ornament-sewn
601	Holiday House- Christmas Tree ornament- crocheted or knitted
602	Holiday House-Christmas Tree ornament-Plastic canvas, wooden, glass
603	Holiday House-Christmas Tree ornament-other
604	Holiday House-Christmas Tree topper
605	Holiday House-Christmas Tree skirt-No more than 3' in radius
606	Holiday House - Christmas Stocking - knitted or crocheted
607	Holiday House-Christmas Stocking - other
608	Holiday House- Wire Frame Wreath
609	Holiday House- - Fabric Wreath
610	Holiday House - Vines & Non-Fabric Wreath
611	Holiday House-Holiday hanging -Framed needlework
612	Holiday House- Holiday hanging item - other
613	Holiday House-Holiday- pillow
614	Holiday House-Table centerpiece
615	Holiday House-Holiday placemats (Set of 2 or more)
616	Holiday House -Table cloth or runner
617	Holiday House -Mantle decoration (horizontal)
618	Holiday House -Miscellaneous

Adult Division 7: Artwork

All work must be original and framed appropriately for medium. Artwork on stretched canvas, tole painting, and folk art may be exhibited unframed, but must not exceed 18 X 24 inches. Hangers must be attached for wall hangings and art.

700	Oil Painting
701	Acrylic Painting
702	Pencil and Charcoal Drawing
703	Pastel
704	Pen and Ink
705	Watercolor
706	Tole Painting
707	Folk Art-Metal
708	Folk Art-Other
709	Non-Original Art - By Numbers, Pre-Printed Kit, Diamond Art
710	Digital Art
711	Smudge Artwork
712	3-D Relief
713	Chalk
714	Miscellaneous Artwork - Not classified above

Adult Division 8: Photography

There is a limit of 6 entries per exhibitor for this division. Only one photograph per frame. All work must be appropriately framed with a frame, glass, AND stand.

For dimensions of framed entries see page # 5.Definitions of classes:

Still Life – A small arrangement of objects
Landscape – Wide-view of outdoor scene
Portrait – Photo of a person or pet, featuring the face and its expression
Nature/Wildlife – Close-up outdoor photography
Miscellaneous – Any subject that does not fit into an existing class

Sepia, monochrome, and color-highlighted black and white photos must be entered in the black and white class appropriate to the subject matter.

800	Photography-Black and White-Still Life
801	Photography-Black and White-Landscape
802	Photography-Black and White-Portrait-People
803	Photography-Black and White-Portrait-Pets
804	Photography-Black and White-Nature-Plants
805	Photography-Black and White-Wildlife-Animals from zoo or aquarium (bear, lions, etc.)
806	Photography-Black and White-Animals-Domestic (cow, horse, etc.)
807	Photography-Black and White-Animals-Wild (elk, deer, etc.)
808	Photography-Black and White-Miscellaneous
809	Photography-Color-Still Life
810	Photography-Color-Landscape
811	Photography-Color-Portrait-People
812	Photography-Color-Portrait-Pets
813	Photography-Color-Nature-Plants
814	Photography-Color-Wildlife-Animals from zoo or aquarium (bear, lions, etc.)
815	Photography-Color-Animals-Domestic (cow, horse, etc.)
816	Photography-Color-Animals-Wild (elk, deer, etc.)
817	Photography-Color-Miscellaneous

Adult Division 9: Decorated Clothing

Decorated clothing is judged only on the decoration, not the construction of the item. Items can be for adults or children but made by an adult. Items must be clean and on a hanger.

900	Decorated Clothing-Paint-Fabric applique-glued/paint applied
901	Decorated Clothing-Free form-Original design
902	Decorated Clothing-Color Stitch-Series of dots with paint that create a design
903	Decorated Clothing-Gemstones, beads, sequins
904	Decorated Clothing-Hand Decorated-Purchased Clothing
905	Decorated Clothing-Hand Decorated-Purchased Accessories-Purse or tote bag, scarf, socks, hats, shoes, etc
906	Decorated Clothing-Embellished by Machine
907	Decorated Clothing -Repurposed by Machine
908	Decorated Clothing-Other

Adult Division 10: Recycled or Repurposed

Multi-piece items must be mounted for display. We cannot accept exhibits larger than 2 cubic feet (24 inches by 12 inches). These items are made from recycled materials or repurposed from an existing item. Kits are not to be entered in this Division; if a kit is used, it should be entered under Crafts. Judges will consider creativity, original design, and overall construction.

1000	Cardboard (boxes, paper towel and tissue paper tubes, etc.)
1001	Clay and/or Ceramic (old flower pots, old dinnerware)
1002	Plastic (cups, bottles, jugs, etc.)
1003	Paper (newspaper, office paper, etc.)
1004	Metal (brass, copper, aluminum, etc.)
1005	Styrofoam (cups, plates, egg cartons, etc.)
1006	Wood (used pallets, old barn wood, etc.)
1007	Fabric (blouse, dress, quilt, etc.)
1008	Yarn (old sweater, baby blanket, etc.)
1009	Outdoor Art (birdhouse, wind chimes, weather vane, welcome sign, etc.)
1010	Indoor Art (wall art or photo frame, etc.)

Adult Division 11: Contemporary ArtCraft

All exhibits must be handmade. No models. We cannot accept exhibits larger than 2 cubic feet (24 inches by 12 inches). Our judging criteria for the contemporary artwork category encompasses a holistic evaluation of each entry, considering creativity, craftsmanship, originality, concept, and overall artistic merit.

1100	Macrame: Wall Hangings/Décor
1101	Macrame: Framed wall décor
1102	Macrame: Planters
NEW 1103	Macrame: Other
1104	Wood Work: bowls
1105	Wood Work: charcuterie boards/trivets
1106	Wood Work: cutting boards
1107	Wood Work: puzzles/game boards
1108	Wood Work: decoys
1109	Wood Work: statues/sculptures/figurines
1110	Wood Work: bowls/spoons/pens
1111	Wood Work: decorative wall art
1112	Wood Work: decorative boxes
1113	Wood Work: toy(s)
1114	Wood Work: picture frames
1115	Wood Work: vases
1116	Wood Work: musical instruments
1117	Wood Work: Wood Burning
1118	Metal Work: statues/sculptures/figurines
1119	Metal Work: wall art
1120	Metal Work: engravings
1121	Metal Work: model cars
1122	Metal Work: other
1123	–deleted–
NEW 1124	Ceramics: wheelmade
NEW 1125	Ceramics: formed clay (handmade)
NEW 1126	Ceramics: purchased - hand painted
1127	Jewelry-Gemstone/Beads
1128	Jewelry- metal
1129	Jewelry - other
1130	Knifemaking
1131	Scrimshaw(wood or bone)
NEW 1132	Stained Glass - copper foil method
NEW 1133	Stained Glass - lead came method
1134	Stained Glass- etched glass, acid etching
1135	Stained Glass - painted

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YOUTH

Youth Division 12: Food Preservation

Youth entries in this division are entered and judged with adult entries. Please see Adult Exhibits section, Division 1 Food Preservation (Page #6), for information, rules, and list of entry classes.

Youth Division 13: Clothing

Must be made by a youth and must be machine stitched, not purchased. No knitted or crocheted clothing in this category. All clothing must be clean, on hangers.

Youth Grades 4th – 5th

1300	Casual Outfit – Jumper, Skirt, and Blouse, etc.
1301	Accessories – Shawl, Apron, etc.

Youth Grades 6th – 8th

1302	Casual Outfit – Jumper, Skirt, and Blouse, etc.
1303	Accessories – Shawl, Apron, etc.

Youth Grades 9th – 12th

1304	Casual Outfit – Jumper, Skirt, and Blouse, etc.
1305	Accessories – Shawl, Apron, etc.

Youth Division 14: Needlework

These items must have hand stitching. Needlework must be in final form for use. Pictures must be framed. Wall hangings must have fasteners or a dowel for hanging. Multi-piece crafts must be mounted or appropriately attached for display. No penciled or printed guidelines should be visible. Items not meeting these criteria will be disqualified. Judges will consider uniformity of stitches, absence of visible knots or loose threads, attention given to detail, appropriateness of materials, and visual appeal. The dimension of framed entries can be no larger than 15 inches by 18 inches, frame included. See page # 5 for rules.

Youth Grades 1st – 3rd

1400	Wall Hanging
1401	Creative Stitching – Cross Stitch, Needlepoint, etc.
1402	Creative Stitching – Holiday
1403	Afghan – Stitched
1404	Crocheted – Baby Doll Clothes
1405	Quilted Item
1406	Miscellaneous

Youth Grades 4th – 5th

1407	Wall Hanging
1408	Creative Stitching – Cross Stitch, Needlepoint, etc.
1409	Creative Stitching – Holiday
1410	Creative Stitching – Other
1411	Afghan – Stitched
1412	Crocheted – Baby Doll Clothes
1413	Quilted Item
1414	Miscellaneous

Youth Grades 6th – 7th

1415	Wall Hanging
1416	Creative Stitching – Cross Stitch, Needlepoint, etc.
1417	Creative Stitching – Holiday
1418	Creative Stitching – Other
1419	Afghan – Stitched
1420	Crocheted – Baby Doll Clothes
1421	Quilted Item
1422	Miscellaneous

Youth Grades 8th – 9th

1423	Wall Hanging
1424	Creative Stitching – Cross Stitch, Needlepoint, etc.
1425	Creative Stitching – Holiday
1426	Creative Stitching – Other
1427	Afghan – Stitched
1428	Crocheted – Baby Doll Clothes
1429	Quilted Item
1430	Miscellaneous

Youth 10th – 12th

1431	Wall Hanging
1432	Creative Stitching – Cross Stitch, Needlepoint, etc.
1433	Creative Stitching – Holiday
1434	Creative Stitching – Other
1435	Afghan – Stitched
1436	Crocheted – Baby Doll Clothes
1437	Quilted Item
1438	Miscellaneous

Youth Division 15: Crafts

This division does not include stitched items. Multi-pieced items must be mounted for display. We cannot accept exhibits larger than 2 cubic feet (24 inches by 12 inches by 12 inches). Judges will consider originality, technique, composition, difficulty, and overall eye appeal. Models must be mounted well or in a case to avoid breakage. Legos must be glued.

Youths Grades 1st – 3rd

1500	Nature Crafts – Wood, Clay, etc.
1501	Legos – Create a scene with a Legos kit plus additional pieces/structures
1502	Legos – Original Design or Kit
1503	Ceramic – Not Fired
1504	Ceramic – Fired
1505	Jewelry – Gemstones/Beads
1506	Jewelry – Metal
1507	Jewelry – Other
1508	Miscellaneous

Youth Grades 4th – 5th

1509	Nature Crafts – Wood, Clay, etc.
1510	Model/Kit
1511	Legos – Create a scene with a Legos kit plus additional pieces/structures
1512	Legos – Original Design or Kit
1513	Ceramic – Not Fired
1514	Ceramic – Fired
1515	Jewelry – Gemstones/Beads
1516	Jewelry – Metal
1517	Jewelry – Other
1518	Miscellaneous

Youth 6th – 7th

1519	Nature Crafts – Wood, Clay, etc.
1520	Model/Kit
1521	Memory Book/Scrapbook
1522	Legos – Create a scene with a Legos kit plus additional pieces/structures
1523	Legos – Original Design or Kit
1524	Ceramic – Not Fired
1525	Ceramic – Fired
1526	Jewelry – Gemstones/Beads
1527	Jewelry – Metal
1528	Jewelry – Other
1529	Miscellaneous

Youth 8th – 9th

1530	Nature Crafts – Wood, Clay, etc.
1531	Model/Kit
1532	Memory Book/Scrapbook
1533	Legos – Create a scene with a Legos kit plus additional pieces/structures
1534	Legos – Original Design or Kit
1535	Ceramic – Not Fired
1536	Ceramic – Fired
1537	Jewelry – Gemstones/Beads
1538	Jewelry – Metal
1539	Jewelry – Other
1540	Miscellaneous

Youth 10th – 12th

1541	Nature Crafts – Wood, Clay, etc.
1542	Model/Kit
1543	Memory Book/Scrapbook
1544	Legos – Create a scene with a Legos kit plus additional pieces/structures
1545	Legos – Original Design or Kit
1546	Ceramic – Not Fired
1547	Ceramic – Fired
1548	Jewelry – Gemstones/Beads
1549	Jewelry – Metal
1550	Jewelry – Other
1551	Miscellaneous

Youth Division 16: Holiday House

All holiday-related items must be entered in “Holiday House” with the exception of creative stitching, artwork, and ceramics. ALL classes can be any annual holiday: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Easter, Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s, Americana (to include: Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Flag Day) New Year’s Day, except the class listed as Christmas Decorations (Christmas Decorations only).

The overall dimension of entries cannot be any larger than 2 cubic feet (24 inches by 12 inches by 12 inches).

Youth Grades 1st – 3rd

1600	Decorations – CHRISTMAS Ornaments
1601	Decorations - Holiday ornaments
1602	Decorations – Holiday other
1603	Decorations – Holiday Centerpiece, Table/Mantle
1604	Decorations – Holiday Cards
1605	Decoration – Holiday Wall Hanging

Youth Grades 4th – 5th

1606	Decorations – CHRISTMAS Ornaments
1607	Decorations - Holiday ornaments
1608	Decorations – Holiday other
1609	Decorations – Holiday Centerpiece, Table/Mantle
1610	Decorations – Holiday Cards
1611	Decoration – Holiday Wall Hanging

Youth Grades 6th – 7th

1612	Decorations – CHRISTMAS Ornaments
1613	Decorations - Holiday ornaments
1614	Decorations – Holiday other
1615	Decorations – Holiday Centerpiece, Table/Mantle
1616	Decorations – Holiday Cards
1617	Decoration – Holiday Wall Hanging

Youth Grades 8th – 9th

1618	Decorations – CHRISTMAS Ornaments
1619	Decorations - Holiday ornaments
1620	Decorations – Holiday other
1621	Decorations – Holiday Centerpiece, Table/Mantle
1622	Decorations – Holiday Cards
1623	Decoration – Holiday Wall Hanging

Youth 10th – 12th

1624	Decorations – CHRISTMAS Ornaments
1625	Decorations - Holiday ornaments
1626	Decorations – Holiday other
1627	Decorations – Holiday Centerpiece, Table/Mantle
1628	Decorations – Holiday Cards
1629	Decoration – Holiday Wall Hanging

Youth Division 17: Artwork

All entries must be original and framed and matted appropriately for medium. Artwork on stretched canvas may be exhibited unframed, but must not exceed 15 inches by 18 inches. The dimension of framed entries should be no larger than 15 inches by 18 inches, frame included. See page # 5 for rules. Hangers must be attached for wall hangings and art.

Youth Grades 1st – 3rd

1700	Stenciling
1701	Original Art – Crayon
1702	Original Art – Ink or Pencil
1703	Original Art – Marker
1704	Original Art – Watercolor
1705	Original Art – Other
1706	Non-Original Art – By-Numbers, Pre-Printed Kits

Youth Grades 4th – 5th

1707	Stenciling
1708	Original Art – Crayon
1709	Original Art – Ink or Pencil
1710	Original Art – Marker
1711	Original Art – Watercolor
1712	Original Art – Other
1713	Non-Original Art – By-Numbers, Pre-Printed Kits

Youth 6th – 7th

1714	Stenciling
1715	Original Art – Ink, Pencil, Marker
1716	Original Art – Acrylic/Oil
1717	Original Art – Paint
1718	Original Art – Watercolor
1719	Original Art – Charcoal
1720	Original Art – Other
1721	Non-Original Art – By-Numbers, Pre-Printed Kits

Youth 8th – 9th

1722	Stenciling
1723	Original Art – Ink, Pencil, Marker
1724	Original Art – Acrylic/Oil
1725	Original Art – Paint
1726	Original Art – Watercolor
1727	Original Art—Charcoal
1728	Original Art – Other
1729	Non-Original Art – By-Numbers, Pre-Printed Kits

Youth 10th – 12th

1730	Stenciling
1731	Original Art – Ink, Pencil, Marker
1732	Original Art – Acrylic/Oil
1733	Original Art – Paint
1734	Original Art – Watercolor
1735	Original Art – Charcoal
1736	Original Art – Other
1737	Non-Original Art – By-Numbers, Pre-Printed Kits

Youth Division 18: Photography

There is a limit of 6 entries per exhibitor for this division Only one photograph per frame. All work must be appropriately framed with a frame, glass, and hanger. For dimensions of framed entries see page # 5.

Definitions of classes:

Still Life – A small arrangement of objects
Landscape – Wide-view of outdoor scene
Portrait – Photo of a person or pet, featuring the face and its expression
Nature/Wildlife – Close-up outdoor photography
Miscellaneous – Any subject that does not fit into an existing class

Sepia, monochrome, and color-highlighted black and white photos must be entered in the black and white class appropriate to the subject matter.

Youth Grades 1st – 3rd

1800	Black and White Still Life
1801	Black and White Landscape
1802	Black and White Portrait – People
1803	Black and White Portrait – Pets (dogs, cats, etc)
1804	Black and White Nature – Plants
1803	Black and White Wildlife – Animals from Zoo or Aquarium (bears, lions,elephants, penguins, etc.
1806	Black and White Animals – Domestic (cow, horse, etc.)
1807	Black and White Animals – Wild (elk, deer, squirrel, etc.)
1808	Black and White Miscellaneous
1809	Color Still Life
1810	Color Landscape
1811	Color Portrait – People
1812	Color Portrait – Pets (dogs,cats, etc)
1813	Color Nature – Plants
1814	Color Wildlife – Animals from Zoo or Aquarium (bears, lions, elephants, penguins, etc.)

1815	Color Animals – Domestic (cow, horse, etc.)
1816	Color Animals - Wild (elk, deer, etc.)
1817	Color Miscellaneous

Youth Grades 4th – 5th

1818	Black and White Still Life
1819	Black and White Landscape
1820	Black and White Portrait – People
1821	Black and White Portrait – Pets (dog, cat, etc)
1822	Black and White Nature – Plants
1823	Black and White Wildlife – Animals from Zoo or Aquarium (bears, lions, etc.)
1824	Black and White – Animals – Domestic (cow, horse, etc.)
1825	Black and White Animals - Wild (elk, deer, etc.)
1826	Black and White Miscellaneous
1827	Color Still Life
1828	Color Landscape
1829	Color Portrait – People
1830	Color Portrait – Pets
1831	Color Nature – Plants
1832	Color Wildlife – Animals from Zoo or Aquarium (bears, lions, elephants, penguins, etc.)
1833	Color Animals – Domestic (cow, horse, etc.)
1834	Color Animals - Wild (elk, deer, etc.)
1835	Color Miscellaneous

Youth Grades 6th – 7th

1836	Black and White Still Life
1837	Black and White Landscape
1838	Black and White Portrait – People
1839	Black and White Portrait – Pets (dog, cat, etc)
1840	Black and White Nature – Plants
1841	Black and White Wildlife – Animals from Zoo or Aquarium (bears, lions,elephants, penguins) etc.)
1842	Black and White Animals – Domestic (cow, horse, etc.)
1843	Black and White Animals - Wild (elk, deer, squirrel, etc.)
1844	Black and White Miscellaneous
1845	Color Still Life
1846	Color Landscape
1847	Color Portrait – People
1848	Color Portrait – Pets
1849	Color Nature – Plants
1850	Color Wildlife – Animals from Zoo or Aquarium (bears, lions, etc.)
1851	Color Animals – Domestic (elk, deer, etc.)
1852	Color Animals - Wild (elk, deer, etc.)
1853	Color Miscellaneous

Youth Grades 8th – 9th

1854	Black and White Still Life
1855	Black and White Landscape
1856	Black and White Portrait – People
1857	Black and White Portrait – Pets
1858	Black and White Nature – Plants
1859	Black and White Wildlife – Animals from Zoo or Aquarium (bears, lions,elephants, penguins, etc
1860	Black and White Animals – Domestic (cow, horse, etc.)
1861	Black and White Animals - Wild (elk, deer, squirrel, etc.)
1862	Black and White Miscellaneous
1863	Color Still Life
1864	Color Landscape
1865	Color Portrait – People
1866	Color Portrait – Pets
1867	Color Nature – Plants
1868	Color Wildlife – Animals from Zoo or Aquarium (bears, lions, etc.)
1869	Color Animals – Domestic (cow, horse, etc.)
1870	Color Animals – Wild (elk, deer, etc.
1871	Color Miscellaneous

Youth Grades 10th – 12th

1872	Black and White Still Life
1873	Black and White Landscape
1874	Black and White Portrait – People
1875	Black and White Portrait – Pets
1876	Black and White Nature – Plants
1877	Black and White Wildlife – Animals from Zoo or Aquarium (bears, lions, elephants, penguins, etc)
1878	Black and White Animals – Domestic (cow, horse, squirrel, etc.)
1879	Black and White Animals – Wild (elk, deer, etc.)
1880	Black and White Miscellaneous
1881	Color Still Life
1882	Color Landscape
1883	Color Portrait – People
1884	Color Portrait – Pets
1885	Color Nature – Plants
1886	Color Wildlife – Animals from Zoo or Aquarium (bears, lions, etc.)
1887	Color Animals – Domestic (cow, horse, etc.)
1888	Color Animals – Wild (elk, deer, etc.)
1889	Color Miscellaneous

Youth Division 19: Decorated Clothing

Decorated clothing is judged only on the decorations, not the construction of the item. Items used may include purchased t-shirts, skirts, jeans, etc. Items must be clean and on a hanger.

Youth Grades 1st – 3rd

1900	Decorated Clothing

Youth Grades 4th – 5th

1901	Decorated Clothing

Youth Grades 6th – 7th

1902	Decorated Clothing

Youth Grades 8th – 9th

1903	Decorated Clothing

Youth Grades 10th – 12th

1904	Decorated Clothing

Youth Division 20: Recycled or Repurposed

Multi-piece items must be mounted for display. The overall dimensions of entries cannot be any larger than 2 cubic feet (24 inches by 12 inches by 12 inches). For dimensions of framed entries see page #5. These items are made from recycled materials or repurposed from an existing item. Kits are not to be entered in this Division; if a kit is used, it should be entered under Crafts. Judges will consider creativity, original design, and overall construction.

Youth Grades 1st – 3rd

2000	Cardboard (boxes, paper towel and tissue paper tubes, etc.)
2001	Plastic (cups, bottles, jugs, etc.)
2002	Paper (newspaper, office paper, etc.)
2003	Metal (brass, copper, aluminum, etc.)
2004	Styrofoam (cups, plates, egg cartons, etc.)
2005	Wood (used pallets, old barn wood, etc.)
2006	Fabric (blouse, dress, quilt, etc.)
2007	Yarn (old sweater, baby blanket, etc.)
2008	Outdoor Art (birdhouse, wind chimes, weathervane, welcome sign, etc.)
2009	Indoor Art (wall art or photo frame, etc.)

Youth Grades 4th – 5th

2010	Cardboard (boxes, paper towel and tissue paper tubes, etc.)
2011	Plastic (cups, bottles, jugs, etc.)
2012	Paper (newspaper, office paper, etc.)
2013	Metal (brass, copper, aluminum, etc.)
2014	Styrofoam (cups, plates, egg cartons, etc.)
2015	Wood (used pallets, old barn wood, etc.)
2016	Fabric (blouse, dress, quilt, etc.)
2017	Yarn (old sweater, baby blanket, etc.)
2018	Outdoor Art (birdhouse, wind chimes, weathervane, welcome sign, etc.)
2019	Indoor Art (wall art or photo frame, etc.)

Youth Grades 6th – 7th

2020	Cardboard (boxes, paper towel and tissue paper tubes, etc.)
2021	Plastic (cups, bottles, jugs, etc.)
2022	Paper (newspaper, office paper, etc.)
2023	Metal (brass, copper, aluminum, etc.)
2024	Styrofoam (cups, plates, egg cartons, etc.)
2025	Wood (used pallets, old barn wood, etc.)
2026	Fabric (blouse, dress, quilt, etc.)
2027	Yarn (old sweater, baby blanket, etc.)
2028	Outdoor Art (birdhouse, wind chimes, weathervane, welcome sign, etc.)
2029	Indoor Art (wall art or photo frame, etc.)

Youth Grades 8th – 9th

2030	Cardboard (boxes, paper towel and tissue paper tubes, etc.)
2031	Plastic (cups, bottles, jugs, etc.)
2032	Paper (newspaper, office paper, etc.)
2033	Metal (brass, copper, aluminum, etc.)
2034	Styrofoam (cups, plates, egg cartons, etc.)
2035	Wood (used pallets, old barn wood, etc.)
2036	Fabric (blouse, dress, quilt, etc.)
2037	Yarn (old sweater, baby blanket, etc.)
2038	Outdoor Art (birdhouse, wind chimes, weathervane, welcome sign, etc.)
2039	Indoor Art (wall art or photo frame, etc.)

Youth Grades 10th – 12th

2040	Cardboard (boxes, paper towel and tissue paper tubes, etc.)
2041	Plastic (cups, bottles, jugs, etc.)
2042	Paper (newspaper, office paper, etc.)
2043	Metal (brass, copper, aluminum, etc.)
2044	Styrofoam (cups, plates, egg cartons, etc.)
2045	Wood (used pallets, old barn wood, etc.)
2046	Fabric (blouse, dress, quilt, etc.)
2047	Yarn (old sweater, baby blanket, etc.)
2048	Outdoor Art (birdhouse, wind chimes, weathervane, welcome sign, etc.)
2049	Indoor Art (wall art or photo frame, etc.)

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