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Junior Division Classes 34 – 41
Chairs: Sara Wray………………….416-455-0232
Lucy McKinley……………..416-579-4578
Committee: Emily McKinley, Elise Oakley, Gail McKinley
This Year’s Theme: “Hay Bales & Cow Tails”
Junior Exhibits may be brought to the Schomberg Community Hall on Thursday from 7pm-9pm, or Friday from 8:30am – 11:30 am.They will remain in place until 4:30 p.m. Sunday evening.
No entry fee is required in this section but All Entrants Must Have An Exhibitor Number which is available at the Community Hall registration desk when dropping off exhibits.
Yellow, blue, or white tags that say “Schomberg” may be used for entries -tags are also available to download/print on the website
PRIZES FOR JUNIOR CLASSES 34 – 39
1st – $4.00, $2nd – 3.50, 3rd- $3.00
Mike O’Hara Special for Classes 35, 36, 37 – Prizes donated by Bonnie O’Hara and Maureen Archibald
New this year: Mary Duggan Special for Class 39. Prizes donated by Monica Duggan, Theresa Slade, and families.
99. Most points by exhibitors in Classes 34 – 39 will receive a prize donated by York Region Milk Board
100. Most points by exhibitors in Classes 34 – 39 will receive a $25.00 prize donated by Jack Orr
101. 2nd most points by exhibitor in Class 34 – 39 will receive a $15.00 prize donated by Jack Orr
Sections:
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Anything that you have made that you are proud of Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No glass frames or glass objects. |
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Decorate your footprint to resemble the Theme "Hay Bales & Cow Tails" Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Decorate one bought or homemade cookie Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 On a plate covered in wrap/plastic bag, will be judged on appearance only. |
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Decorate a farm animal colouring page Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Decorate a paper plate Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Anything that you have made that you are proud of Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No glass objects or glass frames |
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Make / decorate dryer lint to look like a monster Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Use marshmallows to create a rainbow Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Display on paper plate or cardboard |
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Take a picture of the theme "Hay Bales & Cow Tails" Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No Glass frames |
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Grow a Bean from a seed Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No Breakable Pots |
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Create Jewelry out of your choice of beads (eg. rings, necklace, bracelet) Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Mike O’Hara Special: Colour any picture of a tractor Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 Sponsored by Bonnie O’Hara and Maureen Archibald in memory of Mike O’Hara |
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Anything that you have made that you are proud of Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No glass frames or glass objects. |
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Create an animal using a paper plate and crafts supplies (e.g. cotton balls) Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Make trail mix in a resealable plastic bag Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Take a picture of the theme "Hay Bales & Cow Tails" Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No Glass frames |
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Grow a vegetable plant . Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No Breakable Pots |
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Using beads, create the theme "Hay Bales & Cow Tails Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Mike O’Hara Special: Make a tractor out of popsicle sticks Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 May be freestanding or flat on paper Sponsored by Bonnie O’Hara and Maureen Archibald in memory of Mike O’Hara |
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Anything that you have made that you are proud of Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No Glass objects or glass frames |
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Create a Farm sensory bin using 3-6 items you would find on a farm (ie.e beans, straw, seeds, rocks, corn, soil) Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Well secured in a small box or shoe box. No liquids or live creatures. |
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Make a maple syrup treat Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Provide 3 on a paper plate covered. |
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Take a picture of the theme "Hay Bales & Cow tails" Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No glass frames |
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Grow any one herb plant Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No breakable pots |
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Colour and label a map of Canada depicting all provinces and large bodies of water Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No glass frames |
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Mike O’Hara Special: Make a collage of what Farm Life means to you Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 Sponsored by Bonnie O’Hara and Maureen Archibald in memory of Mike O’Hara |
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Anything you have made that you are proud of Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No glass frames or glass objects. |
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Create a typed 3 course menu. Can include multiple options and must be farm sourced. Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Make Crispy Rice Marshmallow Squares and decorate to look like haybales. Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Provide 3 on a paper plate covered. |
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Create a collage of photos you have taken matching the theme "Hay Bales & Cow Tails" Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No Glass frames |
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Grow any one herb or vegetable plant Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No Breakable Pots |
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Grow a plant from seed Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Anything that you have made that you are proud of Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No glass frames or glass objects. |
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Draw a map of Schomberg and show 5-10 landmarks Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Mary Duggan Special: Bake an old family recipe Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8, others: $5 Covered on a paper plate plus the story typed behind it. |
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Create a collage of photos you have taken matching the theme "Hay Bales & Cow Tails) Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No Glass frames |
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Grow a variety of herb plants Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 No Breakable Pots |
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Make a weather vane any medium Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
Winner of class may proceed to the District 5 competition held in October 2025. For District competitions please visit https://ontarioagsocieties.com/ ;
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Chocolate Chip Cookie O.A.A.S. Competition Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Plain chocolate chips with no nuts. 8 cookies on a firm disposable plate in a plastic bag. Cookies to be no larger than 3 ” (6.75 cm) and no smaller than 2″ 5 cm). |
This special is open to all Junior age groups.
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Junior Division Poster – Special Prize: $10 Poster on Fair Theme: "Hay Bales & Cow Tails)" Must be hand drawn on 1/2 sheet bristol board. Sponsored by the Schomberg Fair |
Online using AssistExpo: Its quick and easy!
Online Registration for Exhibitors
For 2026, the Schomberg Fair is continuing with online registration for certain exhibitor classes. We are encouraging our exhibitors to register their entries online. Follow the instructions below to sign up for your competition on AssistExpo. Questions? Contact homecraft@schombergfair.com
If you do not have a way to preregister your fair exhibits online, we are more than happy to help during the exhibit drop off times: Thursday evening May 28 between 7 and 9 and Friday morning May 29 between 9 and 1130 am. Please note that while the Fair grounds are not open to the public Thursday evening, the Community Hall will be open to receive exhibits.
Photography Class 33: Sections 1 – 29
Chair: Bev Donaldson…705-888-8377; email: beverleyrochelledonaldson@yahoo.ca
Committee: Rosie Kamstra
Prizes: 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00
All photos can be 4” X 6” print or up to a maximum of 5” x 7” mounted on white card stock with a 1” border.
Please attach the entry tag to the upper right corner with tape or staple. Do not cover your image with the tag. As seen in samples below.
Please note: The photography committee WILL punch a hole in the border to enable hanging of the mounted photograph. No wire, glass or frames allowed.
Special Prizes
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Colour:
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Team work |
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My favourite Fair entertainment (i.e. pet or baby show, live animals, live on stage, derby, etc.) |
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Computer Enhanced 2 prints – one showing original (before) and one showing enhanced. Tell us details. |
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Autumn Colours |
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Live Action Event at the Fair such as derby, racing, midway, demonstration, parade |
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The Colour: Orange or Rust |
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Photo Showing Emotion |
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Costume(s) Hallowe’en, dance, on stage, sporting event, fun dress up |
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Photo Showing Action |
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King Township Landmark …please identify item and location printed on mount |
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My Vacation |
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2026 Fair Theme Photo: " Hay Bales & Cow Tails" …Your Interpretation |
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Macro Photography…Get really close up! |
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Reflection(s) or Shadow(s) |
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Volunteers Volunteering |
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Animal(s) in Pasture |
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Photo using Creative Lighting |
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Memorable Moment |
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My Beautiful Baby/ Babies |
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Food |
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A photo of something hard to find, i.e. hidden, camouflaged, hard to see. Please indicate what it is on mount |
CELEBRATING 176 YEARS OF THE SCHOMBERG FAIR **COLOUR, BLACK and WHITE or SEPIA**:
***only for this year, these 4 photos DO NOT have to be taken by the exhibitor & if you have any information, such as year of photo or who is in the photo, please write on mount***
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Photographer’s Choice, any Schomberg Fair photo from the past…please identify on mount |
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Any photo showcasing a Schomberg Fair ambassador from the past |
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Our Fair Entertainer(s) from the Past, (Clown, juggler, musician, Schomberg Idol etc) |
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Any past Heavy Horse Show, Horse Pull, Cattle Show or Sheep and Goat Show |
Black and White:
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Portrait |
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Winter Wonderland |
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Still Life |
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Best of Show Rosette Prize: Rosette Best of Show rosette awarded in Class 33 picked from all entries |
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Exhibitor with most points in Class 33 Prize: Rosette |
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New exhibitor to Class 33 with most points Prize: Rosette Please identify yourself as “new exhibitor” in Photography on your exhibit tags |
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Online using AssistExpo: Its quick and easy!
Online Registration for Exhibitors
For 2026, the Schomberg Fair is continuing with online registration for certain exhibitor classes. We are encouraging our exhibitors to register their entries online. Follow the instructions below to sign up for your competition on AssistExpo. Questions? Contact homecraft@schombergfair.com
If you do not have a way to preregister your fair exhibits online, we are more than happy to help during the exhibit drop off times: Thursday evening May 28 between 7 and 9 and Friday morning May 29 between 9 and 1130 am. Please note that while the Fair grounds are not open to the public Thursday evening, the Community Hall will be open to receive exhibits.
Needlework Class 32: Sections 1 – 53
Chair: Chris Somerville……………..905-939-7795 or 905-758-0286; Co-chair: Christine Munshaw
Committee Members: Mary Tzarik, Bev Donaldson
Competitors are encouraged to include the 2026 Schomberg Agricultural Fair theme “Hay Bales & Cow Tails”” in their entries wherever possible.
The general rules at the beginning of the Homecraft Section apply to this class.
Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies
For further information, eligibility requirements, rules and regulations regarding the requirements for the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies (O.A.A.S. ), please visit ontarioagsocieties.com
Special Prizes Also Awarded
Quilting:
Minimum of 711 centimetres* (280 inches) measured on the perimeter. *New for 2026
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Quilt – pieced, any design, hand quilted Prizes: 1st: $35, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15 |
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Quilt – hand appliquéd, hand quilted Prizes: 1st: $35, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15 |
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Quilt – pieced, any design, machine quilted Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 |
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Quilt – machine appliquéd, machine quilted Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 |
Needlework Large Items:
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6
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Quilt – hand quilted, crib size |
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Quilt – Rag Quilt Throw/Lap Size At least 128 cm X 165cm (50 Inches X 65 Inches) |
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Quilt – printed panel, with custom border, crib size |
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Quilt – pieced by exhibitor, quilted by another – 200inches or 508cm perimeter or greater |
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Quilted top – twin size any technique, not quilted or sandwiched |
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Lap or Pillow Quilt made of flannel or flannelette |
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Quilted Table Runner or Bed Runner Must consist of 3 layers and feature 2026 Theme: "Hay Bales & Cow Tails" |
Afghans:
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6
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Afghan – knit, minimum size 101.6 cm X 101.6 cm (40 inches x 40 inches) |
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Afghan – crochet, minimum size 101.6 cm X 101.6 cm ( 40 inches x 40 inches) |
Textile Creations:
Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4
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Pair of Cushion Covers featuring the Schomberg Fair 2026 theme: "Hay Bales & Cow Tails" |
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Any sewn item of child’s clothing |
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Any sewn item of Pet’s Apparel |
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Any sewn article featuring the Schomberg Fair 2026 theme "Hay Bales & Cow Tails" An article not already mentioned in this section. |
Knitting & Crocheting: Adults & Teens:
Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5
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Pullover – Knit |
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Shawl, wrap or poncho – Knit or Crochet |
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Headwear & Mitts – Knit or Crochet |
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Fingerless Texting Gloves – Knit or Crochet |
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Socks – Knit |
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Slippers – Knit or Crochet |
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Neck wear, scarf or cowl – Knit or Crochet |
Knitting & Crocheting: Children’s Wear:
For safety reasons, no strings, ribbons or ties on babies clothing.
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Baby set, jacket with hat – Knit Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Baby Set, jacket with hat, crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Dress 0-4 years, knit Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Baby’s blanket or afghan, Knit (at least 91.44 centimetres x 91.44 centimetres or 36 inches x 36 inches") Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Baby’s blanket or afghan, Crochet (at least 91.44 centimetres x 91.44 centimetres or 36 inches x 36 inches") Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Baby Bunting Bag – Knit, Crochet or sewn from fabric Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Vintage Style Baby Carriage or Crib Cover made from Crocheted Granny Squares Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Child’s pullover 4 – 12 years – Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Child’s cardigan – 4 – 12 years, Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Child’s poncho – Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Child’s headwear & mitts – Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Please do not fasten mitts,gloves, hats etc together with yarn. Please pin so judge can easily see inside. |
Miscellaneous Items:
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Child’s slippers – Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Please do not fasten mitts,gloves, hats etc together with yarn. Please pin so judge can easily see inside. |
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Knit any item from ‘1 skein’ of yarn Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Table runner – fabric Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Placemats – two (2) fabric Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Placemats – two (2) woven on a loom Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Cell phone cover, knit or crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Small item made from yarn scraps – at least 4 colours /4 yarn scraps Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Pair of dish cloths – Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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Any item of kitchen deor not already mentioned featuring the Fair Theme "Hay Bales & Cow Tails" Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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"Learn a new stitch challenge" Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Any knitted or crochet item made with standard stiches and featuring a ‘non standard’ stitch such as entrelac, brioche, or crocodile. |
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Combination Article Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 No Samples Required An article involving a combination of two needlework techniques, eg. knit a sweater and crochet the border, knit or crochet a bag and sew the lining, sew an article of clothing and decorate with hand embroidery Norma Jean Frans |
Charitable Specials: No samples required.:
More than one entry is allowed, however, each winning exhibitor may only receive one prize. All slippers, mittens, and headwear will be retained by the Schomberg Agricultural Society and donated to charities and hospitals.
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Mitten Tree Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 No Samples Required Knitted mittens in either adult or children sizes. |
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Adult Headwear Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 Headwear can be of your own design. |
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Child’s Headwear – Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
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Community Service Slipper Challenge: Adult Slippers Knit or Crochet or Both Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5 Slippers can be of your own design. Sponsored by The Malcolm Family. |
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Community Service Slipper Challenge: Child’s Slippers Knit or Crochet or Both Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5 Slippers can be of your own design. Sponsored by The Malcolm Family. |
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Newborn Special Prizes: Hat & Booties – Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4 Sponsored by Suzanne Plue |
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Chemo/Cancer Surgery Caps Special Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5 Use soft yarns or materials. No wool. Thinner seamless crochet or knit in the round, non lumpy caps for sleeping. Sponsored by Chris Somerville |
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The Northcott Fabric Special Prize Prize: Fat Quarters Assortment of Fat Quarters sets of quilters cotton & flannelette donated by Northcott Fabrics. To be distributed to entrants of quilting classes Sections 5 – 11 Sponsored by Northcott Fabric |
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Christine Munshaw Special Prize Prize: $25 Sections 5-45 Needlework High Points Sponsored by Christine Munshaw |
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Needlework Committee Members’ Choice Prize: A Rosette and gift basket Committee choice from Miscellaneous sections 36-45 Gift basket of assorted sewing and knitting supplies. Sponsored by Chris Somerville |
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Judge’s Choice Prize Prize: Best of Show Ribbon Best of Show Ribbon Sections 5-45. Needlework |
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The Quilt Store Special Prize: 40% coupons Sponsored by The Quilt Store |
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Hand Quilt – Grand Champion Rosette Prize: Rosette |
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Machine Quilt – Grand Champion Rosette Prize: Rosette |
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Hand Quilt – Reserve Grand Champion Rosette Prize: Rosette |
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Machine Quilt – Reserve Grand Champion Rosette Prize: Rosette |
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Online using AssistExpo: Its quick and easy!
Online Registration for Exhibitors
For 2026, the Schomberg Fair is continuing with online registration for certain exhibitor classes. We are encouraging our exhibitors to register their entries online. Follow the instructions below to sign up for your competition on AssistExpo. Questions? Contact homecraft@schombergfair.com
If you do not have a way to preregister your fair exhibits online, we are more than happy to help during the exhibit drop off times: Thursday evening May 28 between 7 and 9 and Friday morning May 29 between 9 and 1130 am. Please note that while the Fair grounds are not open to the public Thursday evening, the Community Hall will be open to receive exhibits.
