Needlework Class 32: Sections 1 – 53
32. Needlework
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.
- 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 and labeled appropriately. Without this permission displayed, the item cannot be judged (OAAS).
- Quilt entries in Class 32, Section 1,2,3 & 4 may be shown 2 years only. All other entries in Class 32 Needlework may be shown 1 year only.
- All quilts in Class 32, Section 1,2,3 & 4 must measure a minimum of 823 centimetres (324 inches) on the perimeter, unless otherwise specified
- All quilts in sections 1,2,3 & 4 must be hand-quilted, unless otherwise specified
- Please do not fasten mitts, gloves, hats, etc. together with yarn. Please pin so the judges can easily see inside.
- 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.
- If possible, label quilt with name of design for spectator benefit and credit the designer
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
- 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 - 11.
- Christine Munshaw Special Prize: $25.00 Sections 5-45 Needlework High Points
- Needlework Committee Members' Choice Prize: Rosette & Assortment of knitting/sewing supplies. Committee choice from Miscellaneous Sections 36-45
- The Quilt Store Special Prize: $40 Gift Certificate for the Winner of Section 1, Class 32, Hand Quilted.
- Hand Quilt - Grand Champion & Reserve Grand Champion Rosettes
- Machine Quilt - Grand Champion & Reserve Grand Champion Rosettes
- Judge's Choice Prize: Best of Show Ribbon over Sections 5-45
Quilting:
Minimum of 711 centimetres* (280 inches) measured on the perimeter. *New for 2026
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 |
Needlework Large Items:
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6
5. | Quilt - hand quilted, crib size |
6. | Quilt - Rag Quilt Throw/Lap Size At least 128 cm X 165cm (50 Inches X 65 Inches) |
7. | Quilt - printed panel, with custom border, crib size |
8. | Quilt - pieced by exhibitor, quilted by another - 200inches or 508cm perimeter or greater |
9. | Quilted top - twin size any technique, not quilted or sandwiched |
10. | Lap or Pillow Quilt made of flannel or flannelette |
11. | 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
12. | Afghan - knit, minimum size 101.6 cm X 101.6 cm (40 inches x 40 inches) |
13. | 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
14. | Pair of Cushion Covers featuring the Schomberg Fair 2026 theme: "Hay Bales & Cow Tails" |
15. | Any sewn item of child's clothing |
16. | Any sewn item of Pet's Apparel |
17. | 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
18. | Pullover - Knit |
19. | Shawl, wrap or poncho - Knit or Crochet |
20. | Headwear & Mitts - Knit or Crochet |
21. | Fingerless Texting Gloves - Knit or Crochet |
22. | Socks - Knit |
23. | Slippers - Knit or Crochet |
24. | Neck wear, scarf or cowl - Knit or Crochet |
Knitting & Crocheting: Children's Wear:
For safety reasons, no strings, ribbons or ties on babies clothing.
25. | Baby set, jacket with hat - Knit Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
26. | Baby Set, jacket with hat, crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
27. | Dress 0-4 years, knit Prizes: 1st: $4.00, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
28. | 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 |
29. | 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 |
30. | Baby Bunting Bag - Knit, Crochet or sewn from fabric Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
31. | Vintage Style Baby Carriage or Crib Cover made from Crocheted Granny Squares Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
32. | Child's pullover 4 - 12 years - Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
33. | Child's cardigan - 4 - 12 years, Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
34. | Child's poncho - Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
35. | 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:
36. | 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. |
37. | Knit any item from '1 skein' of yarn Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
38. | Table runner - fabric Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
39. | Placemats - two (2) fabric Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
40. | Placemats - two (2) woven on a loom Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
41. | Cell phone cover, knit or crochet Prizes: 1st: $4.50, 2nd: $3.50, 3rd: $3.00 |
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 |
44. | 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 |
45. | "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. |
Special:
46. | 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.
47. | Mitten Tree Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 No Samples Required Knitted mittens in either adult or children sizes. |
48. | Adult Headwear Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 Headwear can be of your own design. |
49. | Child's Headwear - Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
50. | 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. |
51. | 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. |
52. | Newborn Special Prizes: Hat & Booties - Knit or Crochet Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4 Sponsored by Suzanne Plue |
53. | 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 |
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 | |
Christine Munshaw Special Prize Prize: $25 Sections 5-45 Needlework High Points Sponsored by Christine Munshaw | |
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 | |
Judge's Choice Prize Prize: Best of Show Ribbon Best of Show Ribbon Sections 5-45. Needlework | |
The Quilt Store Special Prize: 40% coupons Sponsored by The Quilt Store | |
Hand Quilt - Grand Champion Rosette Prize: Rosette | |
Machine Quilt - Grand Champion Rosette Prize: Rosette | |
Hand Quilt - Reserve Grand Champion Rosette Prize: Rosette | |
Machine Quilt - Reserve Grand Champion Rosette Prize: Rosette | |
Online Registration for Exhibitors
How to Register Your Fair Entries
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
How to Enter a Competition Online
- Step 1: Find your exhibitor class and section on the Schomberg Fair website under “Competitions”.
- 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.
In Person Registration of Entries
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.
