Needlework Class 32: Section 1 – 63
32. Needlework
Chair: Chris Somerville……………..905-939-7795; Co-chair: Christine Munshaw
Committee Members: Mary Tzarik, Kathy McDonald, Bev Donaldson
Competitors are encouraged to include the 2024 Schomberg Agricultural Fair theme “From Farm to Table” in their entries wherever possible.
- The general rules at the beginning of the Homecraft section apply to this class.
- This section is open for non-professionals.
- Items to be clean and odour free. Any soiled entry may be disqualified.
- Please ensure that all loose ends are finished and that there are no knots in knitted articles.
- A copyright design cannot be displayed at a Fair without permission being granted from the owner of the copyright. When the owner of the copyright has granted permission, the exhibit will be displayed & labeled appropriately. Without this permission displayed, the item cannot be judged (OAAS
Special Note:
Samples of yarn and / or material used to make the article must be attached to all items. Sections 1-4 are exempt from this requirement.
Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies
Quilt Competitions
For a full list of O.A.A.S. Rules and Regulations please visit www.ontariofairs.ca
Each Local Fair is entitled to send only the Grand Champion Quilt, (judged Best of Show for both Sections) to the District Competition in October 2024 or if any entry wins Grand Champion or best of all classes at more than one Fair, the other Fairs at which this quilt was entered and won, should enter their Reserve Champion or Second Best of Show of all classes quilt in the District Competition.
- Local Homecraft Divisions are requested to judge a Grand Champion or Best of Show of all classes as well as Reserve Grand Champion or Second Best of Show of all classes.
- The Grand Champion and the Reserve Champion are judged from all first and Second prize quilts.
- The Best of Show at the OAAS Convention in February 2025 wins a Grand Prize and the exhibitor retains ownership of the quilt.
Annual OAAS Championship: Hand Quilt Competition
OAAS General Conditions
‘Eligibiltiy, Rules and Regulations’
- Entries must be solely made, and hand quilted by the exhibitor and exhibited and judged at a local Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies (OAAS) Fair to be eligible for this competition.
- Entry quilts must be a minimum of 324” measured on the perimeter (smaller quilts will not be eligible to proceed to the next level of competition)
- Judging will occur at local fairs and district levels. A Provincial Grand Champion Quilt will be selected at the Annual OAAS Convention.
- Upon making an entry into the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies Quilt Competition, the Exhibitor agrees to participate in any promotional activities related to the competition.
- The winning Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies Champion Quilt will not be eligible to compete in any future District and/or Convention OAAS competition.
- The winner’s name and pattern to be displayed at the Fair on sign provided by OAAS.
Annual OAAS Championship: Machine Quilt / Wall Hanging Competition
OAAS General Conditions
‘Eligibiltiy, Rules and Regulations’
- Quilt / Wall Hanging must be solely made, and machine quilted by the exhibitor and exhibited and judged at a local Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies (OAAS) Fair to be eligible for this competition.
- Quilt / Wall Hanging to be measured on the perimeter. Total perimeter measurement to be a minimum of 324 inches. Note the article can be square, rectangular etc.
- Judging will occur at local fairs and district levels. A Provincial Grand Champion Machine Quilted Quilt / Wall Hanging will be selected at the Annual OAAS Convention.
- Upon making entry into the OAAS Machine Quilting Competition, the Exhibitor agrees to participate in any promotional activities related to the competition.
- The winning OAAS Machine Quilted Quilt/Wall Hanging will not be eligible to compete in any future District and/or OAAS Provincial competition.
- The winner’s name to be displayed at the Fair on sign provided by OAAS
- Quilt/Wall Hanging must have visible machine quilting.
Special Notes
- Section 1-4 entries may be shown 2 years only. All other entries in Class 32 Needlework may be shown 1 year only.
- Samples of materials used to make the Quilts in Sections 1, 2, 3, & 4 are no longer required.
Sections 5 through 43 must include some swatches of fabric used in your entry.
- All Quilts in sections 1, 2, 3, & 4 must measure a minimum of 324” on the perimeter, unless otherwise stated.
- All Quilts in sections 1 & 2 must be hand quilted, unless otherwise specified.
- If possible, label Quilt with name of design for spectator benefit.
Special Prizes
53. Hand Quilt - Grand Champion & Reserve Grand Champion Rosettes
54. Machine Quilt - Grand Champion & Reserve Grand Champion Rosettes
55. The Northcott Fabric Special Prize: Assortment of Fat Quarters sets of quilters cotton & flannelette donated by Northcott Fabrics to be distributed to selected entrants of quilting classes Sections 5 - 12.
56. Christine Munshaw Special Prize: $25.00
Sections 5-43 Needlework High Points
57. Judge's Choice Prize: Best of Show Ribbon over Sections 5-43
59. Needlework Committee Members' Choice Prize:PRIZE: Rosette & Assortment of knitting/sewing supplies.
Committee choice from Miscellaneous Sections 38-43
61.The Quilt Store Special Prize: $40 Gift Certificate for the Winner of Section 1, Class 32, Hand Quilted.
Sections:
1. | Quilt - pieced, any design, hand quilted Prizes: 1st: $35, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15 |
2. | Quilt - hand appliquéd, hand quilted Prizes: 1st: $35, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15 |
3. | Quilt - pieced, any design, machine quilted Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 |
4. | Quilt - machine appliquéd, machine quilted Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10 |
5. | Quilt - hand quilted, crib size Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
6. | Quilt -machine quilted, crib size Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
7. | Quilt - printed panel, hand quilted, crib size Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
8. | Quilt - pieced by exhibitor, quilted by another - 200" perimeter or greater Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
9. | Quilted wall hanging - hand quilted Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
10. | Quilted wall hanging - machine quilted Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
11. | Quilted table topper, machine quilted, any size Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
12. | Lap quilt or throw - machine quilted, featuring the Schomberg Fair 2024 theme -"From Farm to Table" Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
13. | Afghan - knit, minimum size 40" x 40" Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
14. | Afghan - crochet, minimum size 40" x 40" Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
15. | Textile Creations: Pair of Cushion Covers featuring the Schomberg Fair 2024 theme - "From Farm to Table" Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
16. | Textile Creations: Item of children's wear made from fleece Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4 |
17. | Cardigan - knit Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
18. | Pullover - knit Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
19. | Shrug or Bolero Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
20. | Shawl, wrap or poncho - knit or crochet Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
21. | Sleeveless top or shell or vest - knit or crochet Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
22. | Headwear & mitts - knit or crochet Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 Please do not fasten mitts,gloves, hats etc together witih yarn. Please pin so judge can easily see inside. |
23. | Socks - knit Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 Please do not fasten mitts,gloves, hats etc together witih yarn. Please pin so judge can easily see inside. |
24. | Slippers - knit or crochet Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 Please do not fasten mitts,gloves, hats etc together witih yarn. Please pin so judge can easily see inside. |
25. | Neck wear, scarf or cowl - knit or crochet Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 |
26. | Reading Socks - knit or crochet - oversized socks to keep your feet warm when reading -go all out with creative decorating Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $5 Please do not fasten mitts,gloves, hats etc together with yarn. Please pin so judge can easily see inside. |
27. | Baby set, jacket with hat, knit 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. |
28. | Baby set, jacket with hat, crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Please do not fasten mitts,gloves, hats etc together witih yarn. Please pin so judge can easily see inside. |
29. | Dress 0 - 4 years, knit Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
30. | Baby's blanket or afghan, knit (at least 36"x36") Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
31. | Baby's blanket or afghan, crochet (at least 36"x36") Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
32. | Child's pullover 4 - 12 years, not Fair Isle Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
33. | Child's graph or Fair Isle sweater featuring the Schomberg Fair 2024 theme - FROM FARM TO TABLE Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
34. | Child's cardigan Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
35. | Child's poncho - knit or crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
36. | 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. |
37. | 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 witih yarn. Please pin so judge can easily see inside. |
38. | One (1) Quilt block, mounted & named Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
39. | Table runner - fabric Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
40. | Placemats - two (2) fabric Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Please do not fasten mitts,gloves, hats etc together witih yarn. Please pin so judge can easily see inside. |
41. | Placemats - two (2) 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. |
42. | Small item made from yarn scraps - at least 4 colours /4 yarn scraps Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
43. | Pair of dish cloths, knit or crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 Please do not fasten mitts,gloves, hats etc together witih yarn. Please pin so judge can easily see inside. |
44. | Special: Mitten Tree Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 Knitted or Crochet in Adult or Children's Sizes Please do not fasten mitts,gloves, hats etc together with yarn. Please pin so judge can easily see inside. No samples required. More than one entry allowed. Only one prize may be claimed. All items will be retained by Schomberg Fair and donated to charities and hospitals. |
45. | Special: Adult Headwear Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 Knitted or Crochet No samples required. More than one entry allowed. Only one prize may be claimed. All items will be retained by Schomberg Fair and donated to charities and hospitals. |
46. | Special: Childs Headwear Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 Knitted or Crochet No samples required. More than one entry allowed. Only one prize may be claimed. All items will be retained by Schomberg Fair and donated to charities and hospitals. |
47. | Special: Adult Slipper Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5 Knit and/or Crochet Please do not fasten mitts,gloves, hats etc together with yarn. Please pin so judge can easily see inside. No samples required. More than one entry allowed. Only one prize may be claimed. All items will be retained by Schomberg Fair and donated to charities and hospitals. Sponsored by the Malcolm Family |
48. | Special: Child's Slippers Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5 Knit and/or Crochet Please do not fasten mitts,gloves, hats etc together with yarn. Please pin so judge can easily see inside. No samples required. More than one entry allowed. Only one prize may be claimed. All items will be retained by Schomberg Fair and donated to charities and hospitals. Sponsored by the Malcolm Family |
49. | Special: Newborn Special Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4 Knit or crochet hat & bootie set. Please do not fasten mitts,gloves, hats etc together with yarn. Please pin so judge can easily see inside. Sponsored by Suzanne Plue |
50. | Special: Spinrite/Yarnspirations Special Prize "Learn A New Stitch Challenge" Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4 Any knitted or crochet item made with standard stitches and featuring a 'non-standard' stitch such as entrelac, brioch Sponsored by Spinrite/Yarnspirations |
51. | Special: Mary Maxim Special Prize Prize: Mary Maxim Coupons Any knitted or crochet item using Mary Maxim Yarns. Must be submitted with proof of purchase of Mary Maxim item. (Label band/pattern/receipt) Sponsored by Mary Maxim |
52. | Special: 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.. No samples required. More than one entry allowed. Only one prize may be claimed. All items will be retained by Schomberg Fair and donated to charities and hospitals. Sponsored by Chris Somerville |
Hand Quilt - Grand Champion Rosette | |
Machine Quilt - Grand Champion Rosette | |
The Northcott Fabric Special Prize Assortment of Fat Quarters sets of quilters cotton & flannelette donated by Northcott Fabrics to be distributed to entrants of quilting classes Sections 5 - 12. Sponsored by Northcott Fabric | |
Christine Munshaw Special Prize Prize: $25 Sections 5-43 Needlework High Points Sponsored by Christine Munshaw | |
Judge's Choice Prize Best of Show Ribbon Sections 5-43. Needlework | |
58. | Special: Mary Duggan Special Prize Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5 Tote bag or reusable shopping bag made from fabric scraps. Sponsored by Monica Duggan and Teresa Slade and their Families |
Needlework Committee Members' Choice Prize: A Rosette and gift basket Committee choice from Miscellaneous sections 38-43 Gift basket of assorted sewing and knitting supplies. Sponsored by Chris Somerville | |
60. | Special: Cultural /Traditional Origins Special Prize: Michaels gift certificates $30 $15 $10 Items must be handcrafted by the exhibitor and may only be exhibited by the maker of the craft. Provide the significance of the item with the entry tag. Examples for entries may be a traditional costume, or part of a costume, headwear, vest, apron or tablecoth, serviettes, cushion or pillowcases featuring traditional needlework such as embroidery, cross-stitch, knitting, crochet, beadwork, weaving, etc. Items do not have to be new. Sponsored by Norma Jean Stephenson -Frans |
The Quilt Store Special Prize: $40 gift certificate Sponsored by The Quilt Store | |
Hand Quilt - Reserve Grand Champion Rosette Prize: Rosette | |
Machine Quilt Reserve Grand Champion Rosette Prize: Rosette | |
Online Registration for Exhibitors
For 2024, the Schomberg Fair is introducing online registration for certain exhibitor classes. If you can see this message, you can register for your class online. Follow the instructions below to sign up for your competition on AssistExpo.
How to Enter a Competition Online
- Step 1: Find your exhibitor class and section on this page.
- Step 2: Click the link to our Online Entry Form hosted by AssistExpo. If you have used this system before at another fair, log in. If this is your first time, you must create an account by providing your name and contact information. Then, complete your contest registration according to the on-screen instructions. AssistExpo will assign you an Exhibitor number—make sure to save this number along with your username and password.
- Step 3: After registering, print or save your confirmation message. Collect your printed tags. Remember the date and time your exhibits need to be delivered to the fair.
